Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) has announced that Mike Doss has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective June 23, 2026, with Clay Ellis transitioning from the CEO role to Board Advisor to support Doss and the GCF team through the company's next phase as a newly independent business.
Clay Ellis stated that it has been a privilege to work alongside the GCF team through an important chapter in the company's history and that he looks forward to supporting Mike Doss and the team as Board Advisor over the next several years.
GCF operates seven pulp mills and two converting facilities producing fluff pulp, paper grade pulp, and specialty pulp products used in diapers, hygiene products, tissue, towel, and specialty paper applications. The company generated annual revenue of approximately $2.5 billion in 2025 and employs approximately 3,300 people across eight countries.