The chief executive of one of South Carolina’s largest publicly traded companies took a temporary license after hiring COVID-19.
Fort Mill-based Domtar Corp. made the announcement on Friday about John D. Williams, who is CEO and president of the paper and packaging maker. The company wishes you “a speedy recovery” and looks forward to your return.
Daniel Buron was appointed to replace Williams temporarily, while continuing in his role as senior vice president and chief financial officer.
“The board of directors expects Domtar’s business to continue to operate normally, with a strong and experienced management team,” the company said in a written statement.
Williams has been president and CEO since January 2009. He is also on the board of directors.
Domtar has its roots in an English company that was founded in 1848, and its name comes from the former Dominion Tar and Chemical Co. Ltd.
It employs around 8,000 workers and operates 27 factories worldwide. The company maintains corporate offices in South Carolina and Montreal.
Domtar’s shares rose slightly on Friday.
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