Watts Water Technologies, Inc. has announced that Kenneth R. Lepage, the company's General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer, will retire effective March 31, 2027. The departure follows more than 23 years of service with the global manufacturer. The company is currently initiating a comprehensive search for his successor.
Mr. Lepage will continue to serve in his current roles through his retirement date. He is expected to support an orderly transition of his responsibilities during this period. Robert J. Pagano, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairperson of the Board, stated that the Board of Directors and executive leadership team thank Mr. Lepage for his leadership, sound judgment and trusted counsel.
According to Mr. Pagano, Mr. Lepage played a critical role in strengthening the company's governance, compliance, ethics and sustainability programs. The CEO noted that Mr. Lepage's integrity and deep knowledge of the business have made him a valued advisor to the Board, leadership team and colleagues worldwide. Mr. Lepage described serving Watts as a privilege, expressing pride in the accomplishments achieved with colleagues and the Board of Directors.
Watts Water Technologies, Inc., headquartered in North Andover, Mass., provides plumbing, heating and water quality product lines for commercial, residential and industrial applications. The company's brands offer solutions across these sectors through its family of companies. Ray Nash, Vice President of FP&A and Investor Relations, serves as a contact for further information regarding the announcement.