Board Converting News, June 7, 2021

WestRock Announces Chalovich Retirement, Other Appointments Atlanta, Georgia based WestRock last week announced the future retirement of Jeff Chalovich, President of Corru- gated Packaging and Chief Commercial Officer, after a 23- year career with WestRock. Moving forward, WestRock has also announced an evolution of its commercial and opera- tional leadership structure and team reporting to president and chief executive officer, David B. Sewell. Jeff Chalovich has made substantial contributions to both WestRock and the paper and packaging industry.

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During his career, Jeff has held various management and lead- ership roles in the company’s commercial, containerboard and corrugated packaging busi- nesses. He will retire from West- Rock in August 2021. “Jeff is well respected across the industry as an expert in cor- rugated packaging, and he has

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led the commercial and corrugated team incredibly well during his time with our Company,” said Sewell. “As a member of our leadership team, Jeff has led the develop- ment of our commercial organization and set the strategic and operational foundation for our corrugated packaging business. I and the rest of the WestRock team wish Jeff the very best in retirement.” In addition, the Company announced a new commer- cial and operational leadership structure aligned with We- stRock’s goals of leveraging the power of the enterprise, accelerating innovation and leading in sustainability. This new structure will enhance market alignment, enable greater agility and deliver stronger efficiencies. “This structure aligns with the focus I have highlighted on enhancing our commercial strategy, operational excel- lence and productivity across the enterprise, which are all important levers to meet and exceed the needs of our customers by delivering differentiated solutions that will accelerate profitable growth, “ said Sewell. “I am confident the changes we are making will further strengthen our Company and create value for our shareholders.” Additionally, WestRock announced the following: • Patrick (Pat) Lindner is assuming the role of President, Commercial, Innovation and Sustainability. He will be responsible for leading the company’s strategy, mar- keting, innovation, sustainability, enterprise commer- cial operations and machinery business. Bringing these functions together will accelerate the company’s efforts at bringing solutions to its customers. • Patrick Kivits is assuming the role of President, Con- sumer Packaging. This business includes folding car- tons and specialty packaging in the branded consumer, healthcare and food and beverage businesses.

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