Empire Industries Ltd. announced that Guy Nelson, Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board, in addition to his role as CEO and President. Ian Macdonald, who was previously the Independent Chairman of the Board, has been appointed to the role of Non-Executive Chairman. In accordance with the position description approved by the Board, the Non-Executive Chairman is an independent director with particular responsibilities for ensuring that the Board of Directors evaluates the performance of management objectively.

These responsibilities include the responsibilities that are typically associated with a Lead Director position.