Leon J. Topalian was appointed as the CEO and President of Nucor Corporation in January 2020, succeeding John Ferriola, who retired. Topalian joined Nucor in 1996 and has held various leadership positions throughout his tenure with the company.
Nucor Corporation
Nucor Corporation is a leading steel producer and one of the largest steel recycling companies in the United States. The company was founded in 1940 as the Nuclear Corporation of America, originally involved in the production of nuclear instruments and electronics. Nucor entered the steel business in 1969 with the acquisition of Vulcraft, a steel joist manufacturer. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The leadership team of Nucor is under the lead of CEO Leon Topalian.