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Matthews International Corporation Announces Retirement of Joseph C. Bartolacci As CEO

PUBLIC · MATWAug 04, 2026•5 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Matthews International Corporation

Joseph C. Bartolacci

Description

Joseph C. Bartolacci will retire as President and Chief Executive Officer of Matthews International Corporation after nearly three decades of service. The Board has initiated a succession process for a smooth leadership transition, with Bartolacci supporting the new CEO through January 2027.

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Company

Matthews International Corporation

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Matthews International Corporation is a global provider of industrial technologies, memorialization products and brand solutions. The Industrial Technologies segment designs, manufactures, services and distributes high-tech custom energy storage, marking, coding and industrial automation technologies and solutions. The Memorialization segment is a leading provider of memorialization products, including memorials, caskets and cremation and incineration equipment, primarily to cemetery and funeral home customers that help families move from grief to remembrance. The SGK Brand Solutions segment is a leading provider of packaging solutions and brand experiences, helping companies simplify their marketing, amplify their brands and provide value. The Company has approximately 11,000 employees in more than 26 countries on six continents that are committed to delivering the highest quality products and services.

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