Pentair Adds Industrial Manufacturing Veteran to Board
Event summary
- Pentair plc appointed Louis Pinkham to its board of directors, effective September 17, 2026.
- Pinkham will serve on the Audit and Finance Committee.
- Pinkham previously served as CEO of Regal Rexnord Corporation from 2019 to 2026.
- Pinkham led the formation of Regal Rexnord through the combination of Regal Beloit and Rexnord’s Process & Motion Control.
- Pentair reported $4.2 billion in revenue for 2025.
The big picture
Pentair's appointment of Louis Pinkham reflects a strategic move to leverage his extensive experience in industrial manufacturing and operational improvement. Pinkham's background in leading complex industrial businesses and executing strategic transactions positions him to contribute significantly to Pentair's ongoing strategy and value creation efforts. This appointment comes at a time when Pentair is focused on advancing its smart, sustainable water solutions in a competitive market.
What we're watching
- Strategic Transformation
- How Pinkham's experience in portfolio transformation will influence Pentair's long-term strategy.
- Operational Improvement
- Whether Pinkham's track record in driving operational improvement can be applied to Pentair's business.
- Value Creation
- The pace at which Pentair can deliver meaningful value creation under Pinkham's guidance.
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