James Claussen

Jim was appointed as executive vice president & CFO in 2021. He joined Ryerson in 2002 and has held several senior management and leadership positions within the company, including CFO of Ryerson’s North-West Region and general manager of corporate development. He was named president of Central Steel & Wire Co. (CS&W) following its acquisition by Ryerson in 2018. Jim will continue to serve as the president of CS&W until his successor is named.

Jim has a bachelor's degree in accounting from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management.