Olenox Industries Appoints Kimberly Hawley as Interim CFO to Support Growth Strategy

Olenox Industries (NASDAQ: OLOX) has announced the appointment of Kimberly Hawley as interim chief financial officer, effective July 24, 2026. Hawley succeeds former CFO Tricia Kaelin, whose departure was previously disclosed. This leadership change comes as Olenox continues to scale its vertically integrated energy platform, which spans oil and gas, energy services, and energy technologies.

Hawley brings more than 30 years of financial leadership experience across the energy, oil and gas, logistics, manufacturing, and technology sectors. She will continue to serve as executive vice president, CFO, and treasurer of Vivakor Inc. while assuming the interim role at Olenox. According to the company, Hawley has extensive experience in SEC reporting, capital markets transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and strategic financings, including securing more than $120 million for infrastructure projects.

The appointment is expected to support Olenox’s ongoing growth strategy, acquisition integration efforts, and financial reporting. As the company expands its operations across key U.S. markets, Hawley’s expertise in managing complex financial structures and capital markets will be critical. Olenox is a vertically integrated energy company focused on acquiring, optimizing, and scaling energy-related infrastructure and operating assets.

This leadership change signals Olenox’s commitment to strengthening its financial oversight as it pursues further acquisitions and operational efficiencies. For the energy industry, the appointment of a seasoned executive like Hawley underscores the importance of strategic financial management in capital-intensive sectors. Investors and stakeholders may view this move as a positive step toward ensuring disciplined growth and transparent reporting.

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This announcement highlights the ongoing evolution of leadership in Texas-based energy companies as they adapt to market demands and pursue growth through strategic financial leadership.