Kathryn (Katie) Poehling Seymour joined the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) Board of Directors during its biannual meeting held in Delafield in January. Poehling Seymour, the President & CEO of First Supply, joins dozens of business leaders and experienced executives to guide WMC as the voice of business in Wisconsin.
AD owner/member sales increased 6% to $83.3 billion. On a same-store basis, member sales in their respective currencies increased 4% in the U.S., 3% in Canada, and 10% in Mexico.
This is the latest RIDGID investment into their 27-acre campus that includes their world headquarters, as well as a 463,000 square foot manufacturing facility, state-of-the-art technology lab, customer training center, and an authorized service center.
Huston has served as interim CEO since October 2024, during which time she has demonstrated exceptional leadership, a deep understanding of our business operations and a steadfast dedication to our people, customers and partners. Her previous roles include Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Viega North America and Vice President of Global Quality in the aerospace industry.
In this new position, Sberna oversees employment for Marcone's team of 2,500. She looks forward to supporting leaders and employees as they create action plans that move the company forward.
During the most recent process, John Thompson, CEO of First Electric Supply Co. was newly elected to the Board; while Dr. Don McNeeley, Chairman and CEO of Chicago Tube & Iron; and Clay Geary, Owner and Manager of Interior Exterior Building Supply; were re-elected for another term.
Tippey will begin his term as president-elect in June at the conclusion of AWWA’s Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25). His term as president begins in June 2026 following that of current President-Elect Heather Collins.
Moving forward, Ferguson will now offer WINT’s advanced water management solutions to its customers and manage the distribution of WINT’s systems throughout the United States.
The new president of the American Supply Association (ASA) shares his 18-year journey, highlighting ASA's value in networking and equality among wholesalers.
Iannuzzi will head up the polypropylene-random (PPR) business for Yates, while also serving as the PVF Sales Director in the Northeast region, including Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey.
