CleanFiber Welcomes Sami Rahman as President, to Lead Innovation and Growth

Blasdell, New York – January 9th, 2025 – CleanFiber is thrilled to welcome Sami Rahman as President, further strengthening its leadership team under CEO Jon Strimling.

Sami brings more than two decades of experience in the building materials industry, with a strong focus on product management, innovation, and commercial strategy. Prior to joining CleanFiber, Sami has held a variety of leadership positions in Supply Chain, General Management & Product Management at James Hardie (JHX), a global leader of fiber cement siding and most recently at ICP Group, a diversified manufacturer of roofing, coatings and insulation products as EVP & GM of the Specialty Coatings business unit. He holds dual degrees in Chemical and Environmental Engineering from the University of Toledo and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

“Sami’s leadership and innovative approach in building materials make him uniquely qualified to help CleanFiber achieve its ambitious growth and sustainability goals,” said Jon Strimling, CEO of CleanFiber. “His commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainability aligns perfectly with our mission to provide high-performance, environmentally friendly insulation solutions.”

Sami expressed enthusiasm about his new role, stating, “I am excited to join CleanFiber and contribute to its mission of making high quality, carbon-storing cellulose insulation widely available and affordable. I look forward to working with Jon and the entire team to drive growth and deliver sustainable solutions to our customers.”