Mohawk News : Mohawk Names Thomas D. O'Connor, Jr. Chief Executive Officer

COHOES, NY – Thomas D. O'Connor, Sr. has announced a management change at Mohawk Paper Mills, Inc.

Thomas D. O'Connor, Jr. has assumed the added responsibilities of chief executive officer, becoming the President and CEO of Mohawk. Tom O'Connor, Sr. will continue as Chairman of the Board.

The promotion of Thomas D. O'Connor, Jr. continues a management realignment that began at Mohawk two years ago, according to Thomas O'Connor, Sr. "At that time, Thomas D. O'Connor, Jr. was made president and chief operating officer. This promotion coincided with several other key management moves that have proven to be instrumental in continuing Mohawk's success in the premium text, cover and digital printing paper markets, despite a very difficult economy." He added, "Under Tom Jr.'s leadership, 2002 was one of the most profitable years in the mill's history. I am proud of the ingenuity and hard work of Mohawk's employees and its management and continue to enjoy being part of this outstanding team."

A graduate of Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, Thomas D. O'Connor, Jr. has participated in Executive Management programs at Harvard Business School, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Duke University's Fuqua School of Management.

Mohawk Paper Mills, Inc. is a leader in the manufacture of premium printing papers. From its flagship grade, Mohawk Superfine™, through proprietary Inxwell® products, Navajo® and Options®, Mohawk has engineered its papers to provide optimal performance for sheetfed, web and digital printing.