Graham Corp names Jonathan Painter Chairman as Daniel Thoren retires

GRAHAM CORP

Daniel J. Thoren resigned as Executive Chairman and director effective June 15, 2026; will serve as Strategic Advisor through June 2027 at $150k annual salary.
Alan E. Smith, former VP & GM of Graham Manufacturing, also transitions to Strategic Advisor through June 2027 at $150k salary.
Jonathan W. Painter appointed Chairman of the Board, effective June 15, 2026; he previously served as Chairman until June 2025.
Thoren's retirement is part of CEO succession plan announced Feb 2025; Board size returns to seven directors.

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Daniel J. Thoren

Executive Chairman

GHM · GRAHAM CORP

Effective: 2026-06-15
Filed: June 17, 2026, 7:30 AM ET

On June 15, 2026, Daniel J. Thoren notified Graham Corporation (the “Company”) of his intention to step down from his positions as the Company’s Executive Chairman and as a director, effective as of June 15, 2026.

Role change

Alan E. Smith

Vice President and General Manager

GHM · GRAHAM CORP

Effective: 2026-06-15
Filed: June 17, 2026, 7:30 AM ET

Mr. Smith transitioned into the role of Strategic Advisor on an at-will basis through the Transition Period.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

Daniel J. Thoren resigned as Executive Chairman at GRAHAM CORP.

Action: resigned
Role: Executive Chairman

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On June 15, 2026, Daniel J. Thoren notified Graham Corporation (the “Company”) of his intention to step down from his positions as the Company’s Executive Chairman and as a director, effective as of June 15, 2026.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

Alan E. Smith changed role as Vice President and General Manager at GRAHAM CORP.

Action: transitioned
Role: Vice President and General Manager

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Mr. Smith transitioned into the role of Strategic Advisor on an at-will basis through the Transition Period.

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