NPK names James “JJ” Barton EVP, Commercial Growth & Operations, effective Sept. 22

• NPK International appointed James “JJ” Barton executive vice president, commercial growth and operations, effective Sept. 22, 2026.
• Barton was president of Clear Water Services, a Tidal Vision subsidiary, leading growth, operational improvements, integration, revenue, margin, EBITDA gains.
• He previously held senior leadership roles at ZECO, Mayco Wellchem, Baker Hughes.
• Lori Briggs will leave as executive vice president, business operations, effective Sept. 14, 2026.

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