Ramaco Resources Appoints Mike Graney to Board of Directors
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Ramaco Resources has appointed Mike Graney as an independent member to its board of directors.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mike Graney to Ramaco’s board of directors. Mike’s distinguished career in economic development and the energy sector, combined with his proven leadership and dedication to the state of West Virginia, make him an invaluable addition to our team. His experience overseeing statewide economic initiatives, supporting business growth, and fostering community partnerships aligns perfectly with Ramaco’s mission,” said Randall Atkins, chairman and chief executive officer for Ramaco.
“Mike’s analytical approach, creative problem-solving, and passion for service will help guide Ramaco as we continue to invest in the future of our metallurgical coal business and our Brook Mine rare earth and critical minerals project,” added Atkins.
With more than 35 years of experience as an entrepreneur, business leader, and executive in our principal area of operations, Mike Graney brings a wealth of expertise in economic development, energy, and community service. Most recently, Graney served as executive director and acting cabinet secretary of the West Virginia Department of Economic Development, where he oversaw state government programs focused on improving the economic well-being of West Virginia through new business attraction, job growth, and strategic community development.
Throughout his career, Graney has held leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including president of One Stop, a multi-unit convenience store, fuel, and food service business operating throughout West Virginia, and director of Wholesale Operations for Cross America Partners. His extensive background includes managing large-scale operations, driving business growth, and fostering collaboration across industries.
“I’m honored to join the board and contribute my experience in energy and economic development to support Ramaco’s strategic direction,” said Mike Graney.
“With Ramaco’s unique dual critical minerals platform positioning as a leading metallurgical coal producer and now developer of our nation’s first new rare earth mine, Ramaco is poised for significant growth — and I’m excited to be part of that journey,” added Graney.
Ramaco Resources is an operator and developer of high-quality, low-cost metallurgical coal in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia. Its executive offices are in Lexington, Kentucky, with operational offices in Charleston, West Virginia and Sheridan, Wyoming. The company currently has three active mining complexes in Central Appalachia and one mine not yet in production near Sheridan, Wyoming. Contiguous to the Wyoming mine it operates a research and pilot facility related to the production of advanced carbon products and materials from coal. In connection with these activities, it holds a body of roughly 60 intellectual property patents, pending applications, exclusive licensing agreements and various trademarks.
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