Ty Kissel Expands Leadership Role as Deputy General Manager at Bonanza

Strong leadership continues to drive the success of our Bonanza operations, and we’re building on that by expanding the role of a key member of our team. Ty Kissel has been promoted to Deputy General Manager of our Bonanza Operations.

In this role, Ty will continue to lead our Processing & Manufacturing operations while also supporting the broader day-to-day needs and long-term initiatives at Bonanza.

“Ty brings a strong combination of leadership experience and technical expertise to this role,” says Dave Clark, President of American Gilsonite Company. “His understanding of our processing and manufacturing operations, along with his ability to lead teams and drive results, makes him a valuable addition to the leadership structure at Bonanza.”

Ty has played a key role in overseeing processing and manufacturing operations in Bonanza, helping drive efficiency, product quality and coordination across teams. Since joining the company in 2011, he has been a key contributor to developing closer alignment between plant operations, product delivery, and strategic business objectives. His expanded responsibilities will further build on that foundation, supporting continued operational success.

“I didn’t get here on my own. There are a lot of people who took the time to teach me and push me along the way,” said Ty Kissel. “Stepping into this role is something I take seriously. Supporting our workforce and making sure they have what they need to be successful is a top priority. I understand the bigger picture and believe the best results come when our people and our goals are working together.”

We appreciate Ty’s continued leadership and contributions to our operations and look forward to the impact he will make in this expanded role.