Allegiance Coal Limited announced that Due to a resignation, Allegiance Coal sought an experienced executive as CFO for North American Operations. Arriving at the New Elk Mine the first week of January, the company is excited for Chris Walker to join as Chief Financial Officer. Chris began his career in accounting roles with Arthur Andersen, KPMG and in the electric utility sector.

More recently, Chris spent 14 years with Peabody Energy, working in both their St. Louis and Brisbane offices in a variety of finance, strategy, sales and trading leadership roles. He is well experienced and credentialed for this role, and will complete a handover with current CFO in January.