Nucor EVP Needham to Retire

Nucor Corporation confirmed that Daniel R. Needham, executive vice president of commercial, plans to retire effective June 20, 2026.

Needham joined Nucor in 2000 as controller at Nucor Steel Hertford County and subsequently served as controller of Nucor Steel Decatur, LLC and Nucor Steel Utah. He later served as general manager of Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc., Nucor Steel Utah and Nucor Steel Indiana. He was promoted to vice president in 2016 and to executive vice president in 2021.

Nucor and its affiliates are manufacturers of steel and steel products, with operating facilities in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

“Over nearly 26 years with Nucor, Dan brought exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to our culture and teammates. His experience across multiple operations and communities strengthened our position in the North American steel industry and helped position the company for continued success. We are grateful for Dan’s many contributions and wish him and his family all the best in the next chapter,” said Leon Topalian, chair and CEO of Nucor.