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Management ChangeJun 22, 2026, 05:06 PM

A. O. Smith: Shafer Named Chairman; Wheeler Retires as Executive Chairman

AI Summary

A. O. Smith Corporation announced that Kevin J. Wheeler will retire as Executive Chairman, effective July 1, 2026. He will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Directors. Stephen M. Shafer, the current President and Chief Executive Officer, will assume the role of Chairman upon Mr. Wheeler's retirement, continuing his current executive duties. Mr. Shafer joined the company in March 2024 and became President and CEO in July 2025.

Key Highlights

  • Kevin J. Wheeler to retire as Executive Chairman effective July 1, 2026.
  • Mr. Wheeler will remain a member of the Board of Directors.
  • Stephen M. Shafer to assume the role of Chairman effective July 1, 2026.
  • Mr. Shafer will continue to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Shafer joined A. O. Smith in March 2024 as President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • Mr. Shafer was named President and CEO on July 1, 2025.
  • Mr. Wheeler served as President and CEO from 2018 and Chairman from 2020.
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