Hexcel Corporation announced today that James (Jamie) Coogan will join as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He will officially assume his role on May 1, 2026, reporting directly to Tom Gentile, Hexcel’s Chairman, CEO, and President. Coogan succeeds Mike Lenz, who has served as interim Chief Financial Officer. Lenz will continue temporarily as Senior Advisor to assist Coogan during the transition.
“Jamie brings the experience and the financial leadership that will help Hexcel build on our momentum as we enter a period of growth with rising commercial aircraft production rates and an expanding defense and space market,” said Tom Gentile, Chairman, CEO, and President, Hexcel Corporation. “His experience in aerospace and defense companies and broader industrial manufacturing organizations will enable him to make a meaningful impact quickly on Hexcel’s strategic priorities.”
“I also want to thank Mike Lenz for his steady leadership as interim Chief Financial Officer of Hexcel,” added Gentile. “Mike’s contributions during this period have been invaluable while we conducted the search for a new CFO and we appreciate his continued support during the transition.”
Coogan’s Career and Expertise
Coogan most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Axcelis Technologies, joining in September 2023. Previously, he was Senior Vice President and CFO of Kaman Corporation, where he had held various management positions over the last 15 years. He has been Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Development; Assistant Vice President, External Reporting and SEC Compliance; and Director, External Reporting and SEC Compliance.
Mr. Coogan has over 20 years of finance, accounting, and investor relations experience with various industries, including the aerospace and defense industry. He started his career with PwC, followed by financial management positions with Ann Taylor Stores Corporation and Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority.
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Source: Businesswire
