Corporate Leadership

President and Chief Executive Officer

Eric L. Palomaki has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Core Molding Technologies since June 1, 2026.  Mr. Palomaki is an experienced manufacturing and operations executive with a strong track record of driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and advanced manufacturing innovation within engineered materials and manufacturing businesses.  He joined the Company on September 19, 2018, as Vice President of Operations and has since served in roles of increasing responsibility, including Executive Vice President of Operations and Research and Development beginning in November 2020 and Chief Operating Officer since March 2024.  As Chief Operating Officer, his responsibilities expanded to include procurement, in addition to oversight of operations, program management, research and development, and strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and support long-term growth.  During his tenure, Mr. Palomaki has been a key leader in the Company’s transformation, playing a central role in driving operational improvement, strengthening execution discipline, and helping reposition Core for sustained, profitable growth.

Prior to joining Core, Mr. Palomaki served as Vice President of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering at Acuity Brands from 2013 to 2017.  Earlier in his career, he held engineering and operational leadership roles at North American Lighting, TRW Automotive, and BorgWarner, developing deep expertise in automotive and industrial manufacturing systems.

Mr. Palomaki currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American Composites Manufacturers Association.  He holds a Master of Business Administration from the Jack Welch Management Institute and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Executive Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Panda joined the Company in October 2014 and has served in several key leadership positions within the Company’s Accounting and Finance Department. Since April 2022 he has served as the Company’s Vice President, Corporate Controller. Prior to April 2022 Mr. Panda served in various roles with the Company, including as Corporate Controller (April 2020 – April 2022), Operations Controller (October 2019 – April 2020), Assistant Corporate Controller (January 2018 – October 2019), and Financial Reporting Manager (October 2014 – January 2018). Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Panda worked as an assurance professional at KPMG LLP, where he served large public manufacturing clients. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ohio State University and is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) in Illinois.

Executive Vice President of Human Resources

Stephanie Pulliam joined the Company on March 15, 2021, and was appointed to the position of Executive Vice President, Human Resources on January 1, 2025. Ms. Pulliam was promoted to Vice President, Human Resources in July 2024, after serving as Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations and Director, Total Rewards.  Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Pulliam worked for the Central Ohio Transit Authority from April 2012 to March 2021, where she held roles including Compensation & Benefits Manager/EEO Investigation Officer and Benefits Administrator. From October 2006 to April 2012, she was with Rite Rug Company, serving as Human Resources and Payroll Manager and Payroll and Human Resources Coordinator. Ms. Pulliam holds Bachelor’s degrees in Health Management and Psychology from The Ohio State University.

Chief Commercial Officer

Alex Bantz joined Core with over 25 years of sales and operational experience through advancing leadership roles. Mr. Bantz served most recently as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Milsco Manufacturing from 2018 through 2024 and as Business Unit Director from 2014 through 2018. From 2007 through 2014, Mr. Bantz worked for Veyance Technologies and progressed into leadership positions most recently Project Manager of the SIOP Integration and Director of Sales and Marketing for the Global Vibration Control and Hose. Prior to these roles, Bantz worked as Account Executive and Channel Manager for The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company between 2005 and 2007 and worked for Hendrickson as an engineer, buyer and commodity manager from 1998 to 2005. Mr. Bantz earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State University.

Executive Vice President of Operations

Michael J. Gayford joined the Company on March 13, 2023 and was appointed to the position of Vice President of
Operations, US. Mr. Gayford was promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations in 2025 and oversees multisite
manufacturing operations across the United States and Canada and leads the company’s Advanced
Manufacturing Engineering and Research and Development Organizations. Mr. Gayford brings more than 25 years’
experience in engineering, manufacturing, operational leadership, including more than 17 years’ experience in
composites manufacturing. Mr. Gayford earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology
from Alfred State College.

Executive Vice President of Operations – Mexico

Arnold Alanis brings more than 32 years of experience across a broad range of operational, engineering, and
leadership roles. He joined the Company on July 16, 2012, as Engineering Manager for the Matamoros production
facility. In February 2017, Mr. Alanis was promoted to Assistant Plant Director and, later that same year in
September, advanced to Plant Director. In August 2025, Mr. Alanis was appointed Executive Vice President of
Operations – Mexico, where he oversees operational strategy and performance across the region. Prior to joining the
Company, Mr. Alanis spent 18 years with TRICO Corporation (1994–2012), serving in multiple roles within the
automotive industry and building extensive experience in manufacturing operations and engineering leadership. Mr.
Alanis holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas State College.