Kevin Holleran

Kevin Holleran

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President, CEO & Director
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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  • Armstrong World Industries
    Independent Director
    Armstrong World Industries
    Oct 2025 - Current (9 months)
    Independent Director and member of Nominating, Governance and Social Responsibility Committee (NGSRC) and the Management Development and Compensation Committee (MDCC). Armstrong World Industries is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacturing of commercial ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions
  • Hayward Holdings Inc
    President, CEO & Director
    Hayward Holdings Inc
    Jan 2019 - Current (7 years 6 months)
    Hayward is a global designer, manufacturer and marketer of a broad portfolio of pool equipment and associated automation systems. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of innovative, energy-efficient pool and spa equipment. Led company through IPO March 2021 (NYSE: HAYW) after being co-owned MSD and CCMP Full P&L accountability for 100-year old market leader in the residential and commercial pool industry. Increased sales 20% and EBITDA 34% while battling COVID-19 disruptions in 2020
  • Textron
    President & CEO, Industrial Segment and Textron Specialized Vehicles
    Textron
    Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (3 years)
    Led one of four Textron operating Segments reporting to Textron Chairman and CEO. Responsible for all aspects of Segment performance including full P&L accountability and setting the strategic vision of the $4B+ unit Segment consists of Textron Specialized Vehicles and Kautex. Sold third business unit (Textron Tools & Test/Greenlee) to Emerson Electric July 2018. Frequent interaction with Textron BOD, Investors and Analysts providing progress on strategic initiatives and operating results
  • TEXTRON SPECIALIZED VEHICLES
    President & CEO
    TEXTRON SPECIALIZED VEHICLES
    Jan 2007 - Dec 2016 (10 years)
    Transformed company from golf car manufacturer (E-Z-GO) to broad commercial and consumer vehicles company (Textron Specialized Vehicles) serving the golf, turf care, recreation, commercial, municipal and aviation industries. Increased profitability, cash flow and grew revenue 4x through organic and acquisitive growth, strategic partnerships, brand building and channel development. Drove overall business activities including designing, manufacturing and marketing products under the E-Z-GO, Cushman, TUG, Douglas, Premier, Safeaero, Jacobsen, Ransomes, Dixie-Chopper, Bad Boy Buggies, Arctic Cat, MotorFist, Pro-Fit and Textron Fleet Management brands Presided over the organization when awarded one of Industry Week's Best Plants in North America
  • Textron
    VP Global Sales & Marketing, E-Z-GO division
    Textron
    Jan 2003 - Dec 2007 (5 years)
    Led sales, marketing, aftermarket and program management for E-Z-GO and Cushman branded products. Grew revenue $100M through product development, organic growth, channel expansion and pricing actions. Reduced used car inventory by enhancing product offering and expanding the sales channel. Improved customer satisfaction while rationalized company-owned branch network and saving $12M in SG&A cost.
  • Terex Corporation
    VP Sales/Marketing
    Terex Corporation
    Jan 2001 - Dec 2003 (3 years)
    Collaborated with Corporate M&A to identify and acquire three companies. Partnered with Corporate Finance to launch Terex Equipment Financing, a captive finance arm in collaboration with GE Capital. Initiated company-owned rental fleet that far exceeded revenue and ROI targets. Introduced Terex Aggregates that grew share in roadbuilding and infrastructure markets
  • Ingersoll Rand
    Manager, Rental Industry Sales
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1999 - Dec 2001 (3 years)
    Led the sales and customer service teams that represented all Ingersoll-Rand brands to the rapidly consolidating construction rental industry. Negotiated multi-year supply agreements with national account customers (i.e. United Rentals, Sunbelt, Hertz Equipment Rental). Increased revenue 25% during tenure.
  • Ingersoll Rand
    National Sales Manager - Construction Equipment Group
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1997 - Dec 1999 (3 years)
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    Marketing Manager - Portable Products Division
    Jan 1995 - Dec 1997 (3 years)
  • Ingersoll Rand
    District Sales Manager - Construction Equipment Group
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1993 - Dec 1995 (3 years)
  • Ingersoll Rand
    Product Manager - Road Machinery Division
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1992 - Dec 1993 (2 years)
  • Ingersoll Rand
    Labor Relations Specialist - Road Machinery Division
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1991 - Dec 1992 (2 years)
  • Ingersoll Rand
    Human Resources Specialist - Torrington Bearings Division
    Ingersoll Rand
    Jan 1990 - Dec 1991 (2 years)
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  • Wake Forest University School of Business
    Wake Forest University School of Business
    Wake Forest University School of Business
    Jan 1996 - Dec 1998 (3 years)
  • Wake Forest Biomedical Graduate Programs
    Wake Forest Biomedical Graduate Programs
    Wake Forest Biomedical Graduate Programs
  • Cornell University
    BS, Industrial and Labor Relations
    Cornell University
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      Best Plants in North America
      Industry Week
      Jan 2009
      Augusta, GA facility was recognized by Industry Week magazine as one of the 10 Best Plants in N.A.
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      Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence
      Shingo Institute at Utah State University Jon M Huntsman School of Business
      Jan 2009
      Considered the worlds highest standard for operational excellence
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