Management ChangeMay 4, 2026, 04:31 PM
POOLCORP Appoints John B. Watwood as President & CEO
AI Summary
Pool Corporation announced significant leadership changes, appointing John B. Watwood as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 4, 2026. Peter D. Arvan will step down from his roles as President, CEO, and Director. Additionally, John E. Stokely, the current Chair of the Board, has been appointed Executive Chair. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance and postponed its Investor Day previously scheduled for May 12, 2026.
Key Highlights
- John B. Watwood appointed President and CEO, effective May 4, 2026.
- Peter D. Arvan steps down as President, CEO, and Director.
- John E. Stokely, Board Chair, appointed Executive Chair.
- Mr. Watwood joined POOLCORP as Executive Vice President in January 2026.
- Mr. Watwood previously served as Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations at Motion Industries.
- POOLCORP reaffirms its full-year 2026 guidance.
- Investor Day, previously scheduled for May 12, 2026, is postponed.