AK Steel, a specialist production of flat-rolled carbon, stainless and electrical steel products, has recently declared that its Board of Directors has approved the following executive promotions, effective immediately: Brian K. Bishop has been named Vice President, Carbon Steel Operations. He will also assume responsibility for Manufacturing Planning. Michael A. Kercsmar has been named Vice President, Specialty Steel Operations. He will also assume responsibility for Quality Assurance. âI am pleased to welcome Brian and Mike to our executive team,â? said Roger K. Newport, Chief Executive Officer of AK Steel. âThese moves align with our strategic initiatives to create the most effective and efficient structure to drive innovation and meet our customersâ needs.â?