Keith A. Harvey has been the CEO of Kaiser Aluminum Corporation since July 31, 2020, after a steady climb through the ranks since he joined the company in 1981 as an industrial engineer. With a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering...

Keith A. Harvey has been the CEO of Kaiser Aluminum Corporation since July 31, 2020, after a steady climb through the ranks since he joined the company in 1981 as an industrial engineer. With a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from West Virginia University, he has spent decades honing his skills in various roles, from VP of Sales and Marketing to President and COO before becoming CEO. Keith is known for aligning senior management interests with stockholders by setting performance-driven compensation. A noteworthy moment in his career was when he led the company through challenges that resulted in his compensation jumping significantly, from $1.8 million in 2021 to over $6.2 million in 2023. Interestingly, he has no vested stocks or stock options tied to his recent performance, indicating a hands-on approach to compensation. Keith's leadership style is practical and operational, with a focus on performance metrics like Adjusted EBITDA, safety, and productivity. He is a family-oriented leader and believes in investment into the workforce as essential for success. Under his guidance, Kaiser Aluminum continues to innovate and expand within the aluminum industry, listening to the market while adapting its strategies to maintain competitiveness.