National Coal CEO Roling with growth plans, patience, energy

摘要

On the face of it, Dan Roling walked into the teeth of a tiger. For years, the face of the coal industry on Wall Street, known for his expert analysis, Roling decided a few months ago that a new challenge was in order. Dan accepted the challenge of succeeding Jon Nix, founder and chairman of Knoxville, TN-based National Coal as its CEO. Nix saw Roling as a perfect fit to lead a dynamic company. "As one of the industry's top analysts, Dan was highly regarded by his industry peers and by the coal publications, in large part because of the detail in and accuracy of his research and his ability to put together successful mining conferences. "It was clear he was the right man for this vital position, and our perceptions regarding the industry's present state and its future prospects were similar, both in terms of vision and of strategy," Nix said. "We are in agreement regarding the manner in which National Coal will enjoy a profitable future, fueled by significant growth."