CMC announces resignation of Executive VP/President of Americas Division

Irving, Texas-based Commercial Metals Company announced Monday the resignation of Russell B. Rinn, Executive Vice President of CMC and President of the CMC Americas Division, effective Friday, Feb. 5, 2010. Rinn worked for the company for 31 years, and led the CMC Americas Division since 2007.

Murray McClean, Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer said, “CMC wishes Russ all the best and greatly appreciates his loyalty, dedication and contributions to the company.” Mr. McClean announced that Tracy L. Porter, the head of CMC’s Rebar Fabrication Division within CMC Americas, will step in on an interim basis while internal and external candidates for the position are considered.

Following his resignation, Rinn plans to pursue his private businesses and other interests.