Key Highlights

• Refinity Holdings CEO Bill Grieco appointed CEO of parent company, effective October 1, 2026, following Gregory Haskell’s retirement.

• Haskell to serve as advisor under a consulting agreement until July 15, 2027, with COBRA coverage reimbursement.

• Grieco’s first annual equity grant, valued at $1,500,000, expected in April 2027 under long-term incentive program.

Leadership Transition Announced

Refinity Holdings’ CEO Bill Grieco will assume the chief executive role at its parent company, completing a planned leadership succession. The transition follows the retirement of Gregory Haskell, who has overseen the organization since 2024. The change becomes official on October 1, 2026, with no operational disputes reported.

New CEO’s Background

Grieco, 54, has led Refinity Holdings as its founding CEO since December 2024, driving the commercialization of technology that transforms plastic waste into chemical intermediaries. Before this role, he served as the parent company’s chief technology officer from 2022 to 2024. His earlier career includes leadership at The RAPID Manufacturing Institute and executive positions with Owens Corning and Rohm and Haas Company.

Compensation Package Details

In his new position, Grieco will earn an annual base salary of $550,000, with a bonus structure targeting an amount equal to 100% of that salary. As part of the company’s long-term incentive framework, an additional equity award with a grant date value of $1,500,000 is scheduled for April 2027.

Retiring CEO’s Consulting Role

Haskell will depart his CEO and board director roles but will continue as an advisor through a consulting arrangement ending July 15, 2027. His agreement provides for reimbursement of COBRA health coverage premiums through April 2027, along with the continued vesting of existing equity awards. The terms are designed to support a seamless handover of responsibilities.

Board Appointment and Agreements

Grieco will join the parent company’s board as a Class I director on October 1, 2026. His appointment includes standard indemnification provisions and restrictive covenants. Future equity grants will be determined by the board’s compensation committee, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term objectives.

Market and Sector Implications

This leadership change occurs as Refinity Holdings advances its plastic waste conversion technology, a key area of growth in the sustainability sector. Grieco’s technical expertise and industry relationships may help accelerate the company’s commercialization efforts. Stakeholders will monitor how the transition influences strategic direction and financial outcomes in the evolving waste-to-chemicals market.

Press Release and Timeline

The company announced the leadership transition in a press release dated June 30, 2026. Grieco’s appointment was approved by the board on June 26, 2026, with formal agreements filed as exhibits. The employment and consulting terms, including a copy of.1 and a copy of, are available for public review.

 

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