XCF Global (SAFX) announced key leadership appointments designed to optimize strategy, strengthen execution, and accelerate growth. Chris Cooper has joined the company as CEO and Board Director, effective November 7, 2025. Mr. Cooper is a seasoned energy-transition executive who has served as President of Neste U.S. Mr. Cooper succeeds Mihir Dange, who served as the CEO of XCF and XCF Global Capital, XCF’s predecessor, since November 2023. In conjunction with Mr. Cooper’s appointment, current XCF Board member Wray Thorn has been appointed Interim Board Chair, succeeding Mr. Dange as Board Chair, where he will focus on advancing the company’s strategic growth, capitalization, and governance initiatives. Additionally, Randy Soule, founder of New Rise Renewables and the company’s largest shareholder, will work closely with Mr. Cooper as Senior Operations Adviser, helping to ensure operational excellence at XCF’s New Rise Reno facility. Mr. Soule brings deep technical, engineering, and operational expertise that will support XCF’s ongoing operations, expansion, and execution.
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