On July 9, 2021, Matthew Bley notified CVR Energy, Inc. of his intention to resign as the Company’s Chief Accounting Officer, Corporate Controller, and principal accounting officer. The effective date of Mr. Bley’s resignation is July 23, 2021. Mr. Bley’s resignation was not a result of any disagreements with the Company or its officers or employees. On July 13, 2021, Tracy D. Jackson, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, was appointed principal accounting officer as of the effective date of Mr. Bley’s resignation.