
CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CVI) and CVR Partners, LP (NYSE:UAN) are pleased to announce that Dane Neumann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief

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CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CVI">CVI</a>) and CVR Partners, LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UAN">UAN</a>) are pleased to announce that Dane Neumann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of CVI and the general partner of UAN (collectively, the "CVR Entities"), as well as to their Boards of Directors, effective June 18, 2026, following Mark Pytosh’s resignation from the CVR Entities for personal reasons.

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"On behalf of our Boards of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Dane to the helm of our companies," said Robert Flint, Chairman of the Boards of Directors of each of the CVR Entities. "Since joining CVR, Dane’s exceptional leadership, financial discipline and deep expertise in all aspects of our businesses, combined with his unwavering commitment to our Mission and Values, have enabled him to serve as a critical catalyst for process improvements, setting the stage for the growth and value creation that remain primary priorities for our companies. These unprecedented times demand unprecedented focus, and we are confident Dane is the right person to lead us into the future."

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"We have an exceptional and dedicated team that has been laser focused on maintaining our operational excellence and optimizing our business," said Mr. Neumann. "Looking ahead, we intend to carry our philosophy of Continuous Improvement into all aspects of our businesses, seeking to maintain safe, reliable operations while driving meaningful growth and shareholder returns."

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This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements concerning current estimates, expectations and projections about future prospects, opportunities, plans, actions and events and other statements, concerns, or matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements," as that term is defined under the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding process improvements, growth, value creation, operational excellence, business optimization, our ability to continuously improve, safe and reliable operations, meaningful growth and shareholder returns. You can generally identify forward-looking statements by our use of forward-looking terminology such as "outlook," "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "explore," "evaluate," "intend," "may," "might," "plan," "potential," "predict," "seek," "should," "upcoming," "before," "future," or "will," or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. Investors are cautioned that various factors may affect these forward-looking statements, including (among others), future actions of the EPA, the outcome of related court proceedings and other risks. For additional discussion of risk factors which may affect our results, please see the risk factors and other disclosures included in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and our other Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings. These and other risks may cause our actual performance or achievements to differ materially from any future performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this news release are made only as of the date hereof. CVR Energy and CVR Partners disclaim any intention or obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.

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<b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About CVR Energy, Inc.</b>

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Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Energy is a diversified holding company primarily engaged in the petroleum refining and marketing business, as well as in the nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing business through its interest in CVR Partners. CVR Energy subsidiaries serve as the general partner and own approximately 37 percent of the common units of CVR Partners.

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<b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About CVR Partners, LP</b>

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Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Partners is a Delaware limited partnership focused on the production, marketing and distribution of nitrogen fertilizer products. It primarily produces urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) and ammonia, which are predominantly used by farmers to improve the yield and quality of their crops. CVR Partners’ Coffeyville, Kansas, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,300 ton-per-day ammonia unit, a 3,100 ton per-day UAN unit and a dual-train gasifier complex having a capacity of 89 million standard cubic feet per day of hydrogen. CVR Partners’ East Dubuque, Illinois, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,075 ton-per day ammonia unit and a 950 ton-per-day UAN unit.

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CVR Energy and CVR Partners Announce Leadership Changes

Dane Neumann Named CEO of CVR Energy and CVR Partners

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    <h3>Information</h3>
    <p>CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CVI) and CVR Partners, LP (NYSE:UAN) are pleased to announce that Dane Neumann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief</p>
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    <h3>AI Summary</h3>
    <p>CVR Energy and CVR Partners announced Dane Neumann, the current EVP and CFO, will become CEO of CVI and the general partner of UAN, effective June 18, 2026, as Mark Pytosh resigns for personal reasons. The boards emphasized continuity, disciplined execution, and a focus on growth and shareholder returns, signaling governance stability amid leadership transition. The impact will hinge on Neumann’s strategic actions and how the entities navigate regulatory and market cycles.</p>
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    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>Dane Neumann promoted to CEO of CVI and GP of UAN; effective June 18, 2026.</li><li>Mark Pytosh resigns from CVR Entities for personal reasons.</li><li>Boards praise Neumann’s leadership; emphasis on continuous improvement, growth, and shareholder returns.</li><li>Forward-looking statements warn of EPA actions and court risks affecting results.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>CVR Energy, Inc. (CVI)</strong>: Promotes Dane Neumann to CEO; leadership change may influence governance and strategic priorities.</li><li><strong>CVR Partners, LP (UAN)</strong>: General partner of CVR Energy; leadership changes could align capital allocation with CVI strategy.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Corporate Developments</h3>
    <p>Category: Corporate Developments. Fits as it documents a leadership transition with potential governance and strategic implications for CVI and its affiliated entities.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>Leadership change at CVI/UAN could shape strategic direction and investor sentiment.</li><li>Pytosh resignation removes uncertainty, potential for governance clarity.</li><li>Regulatory and court risk mentioned in forward-looking statements may cap upside.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>Dane Neumann promoted to CEO of CVI and GP of UAN, effective June 18, 2026.</li><li>Mark Pytosh resigns from CVR Entities for personal reasons.</li><li>CVR Energy owns ~37% of CVR Partners&#039; common units.</li><li>CVR Partners Coffeyville facility: 1,300 tpd ammonia; 3,100 tpd UAN; 89 MMSCFD hydrogen.</li><li>CVR Partners East Dubuque facility: 1,075 tpd ammonia; 950 tpd UAN.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>Bullish near-term on governance stability; expect modest CVI/UAN moves over 1–3 months.</p>
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CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CVI">CVI</a>) and CVR Partners, LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UAN">UAN</a>) are pleased to announce that Dane Neumann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of CVI and the general partner of UAN (collectively, the "CVR Entities"), as well as to their Boards of Directors, effective June 18, 2026, following Mark Pytosh’s resignation from the CVR Entities for personal reasons.

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"On behalf of our Boards of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Dane to the helm of our companies," said Robert Flint, Chairman of the Boards of Directors of each of the CVR Entities. "Since joining CVR, Dane’s exceptional leadership, financial discipline and deep expertise in all aspects of our businesses, combined with his unwavering commitment to our Mission and Values, have enabled him to serve as a critical catalyst for process improvements, setting the stage for the growth and value creation that remain primary priorities for our companies. These unprecedented times demand unprecedented focus, and we are confident Dane is the right person to lead us into the future."

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"We have an exceptional and dedicated team that has been laser focused on maintaining our operational excellence and optimizing our business," said Mr. Neumann. "Looking ahead, we intend to carry our philosophy of Continuous Improvement into all aspects of our businesses, seeking to maintain safe, reliable operations while driving meaningful growth and shareholder returns."

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This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements concerning current estimates, expectations and projections about future prospects, opportunities, plans, actions and events and other statements, concerns, or matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements," as that term is defined under the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding process improvements, growth, value creation, operational excellence, business optimization, our ability to continuously improve, safe and reliable operations, meaningful growth and shareholder returns. You can generally identify forward-looking statements by our use of forward-looking terminology such as "outlook," "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "explore," "evaluate," "intend," "may," "might," "plan," "potential," "predict," "seek," "should," "upcoming," "before," "future," or "will," or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. Investors are cautioned that various factors may affect these forward-looking statements, including (among others), future actions of the EPA, the outcome of related court proceedings and other risks. For additional discussion of risk factors which may affect our results, please see the risk factors and other disclosures included in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and our other Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings. These and other risks may cause our actual performance or achievements to differ materially from any future performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this news release are made only as of the date hereof. CVR Energy and CVR Partners disclaim any intention or obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.

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<b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About CVR Energy, Inc.</b>

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Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Energy is a diversified holding company primarily engaged in the petroleum refining and marketing business, as well as in the nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing business through its interest in CVR Partners. CVR Energy subsidiaries serve as the general partner and own approximately 37 percent of the common units of CVR Partners.

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<b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About CVR Partners, LP</b>

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Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Partners is a Delaware limited partnership focused on the production, marketing and distribution of nitrogen fertilizer products. It primarily produces urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) and ammonia, which are predominantly used by farmers to improve the yield and quality of their crops. CVR Partners’ Coffeyville, Kansas, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,300 ton-per-day ammonia unit, a 3,100 ton per-day UAN unit and a dual-train gasifier complex having a capacity of 89 million standard cubic feet per day of hydrogen. CVR Partners’ East Dubuque, Illinois, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,075 ton-per day ammonia unit and a 950 ton-per-day UAN unit.

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Investors and others should note that CVR Energy and CVR Partners may announce material information using SEC filings, press releases, public conference calls, webcasts and the Investor Relations pages of their websites. CVR Energy and CVR Partners may use these channels to distribute material information about CVR Energy and/or CVR Partners, as applicable, and to communicate important information about CVR Energy, CVR Partners, corporate initiatives and other matters. Information that CVR Energy or CVR Partners post on their websites could be deemed material; therefore, CVR Energy and CVR Partners encourage investors, the media, their customers, business partners and others interested in CVR Energy and/or CVR Partners to review the information posted on their websites.

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CVR Energy and CVR Partners announced Dane Neumann, the current EVP and CFO, will become CEO of CVI and the general partner of UAN, effective June 18, 2026, as Mark Pytosh resigns for personal reasons. The boards emphasized continuity, disciplined execution, and a focus on growth and shareholder returns, signaling governance stability amid leadership transition. The impact will hinge on Neumann’s strategic actions and how the entities navigate regulatory and market cycles.

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