BIRMINGHAM, AL – December 4, 2024 – O’Neal Industries (ONI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jodi Parnell as President & Chief Executive Officer of O’Neal Steel, effective immediately. A 25-year veteran of the company, Jodi has been an integral part of O’Neal Steel’s leadership team for the past decade, playing a key role in driving the company’s success.
Jodi joined O’Neal Steel in 1999, building a strong foundation in purchasing and supply chain management. Over the course of her career, she has led key initiatives and continuous improvement projects, gaining valuable cross-functional experience.
By 2014, she was appointed Vice President of Supply Chain Management, solidifying her role shaping O’Neal Steel’s strategic direction. Most recently, as Chief Operating Officer, Jodi led both supply chain and operations, strengthening the company’s commitment to safety, operational discipline, and team performance.
“Jodi’s leadership, strategic mindset, and dedication to O’Neal Steel’s values make her the ideal choice to lead us into our next chapter,” said Stephen Armstrong, Executive Vice President, O’Neal Industries. “We look forward to her continuing to strengthen and grow the 104+ year legacy of success that defines our organization.”
Beyond her professional achievements, Jodi is dedicated to Type 1 Diabetes research, having served on the board of JDRF (now Breakthrough T1D) for seven years, including a term as President.
About O‘Neal Steel
O’Neal Steel, an O’Neal Industries affiliate, supplies a wide range of carbon and alloy steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products for companies nationwide. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, O’Neal Steel has 19 strategically located distribution centers throughout the country that offer inventory and value-added processing capabilities tailored to market needs, all while providing high levels of customer service. O’Neal Steel’s industry-leading online platform, PRONTO®, provides continuous access to inventory, pricing, ordering, and account management. For more information, visit onealsteel.com.
