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Masco names chief technology, AI officer. Yaron Ben David takes on a newly created role. HBSDealer Staff Masco Corporation has appointed Yaron Ben David as Chief Technology and AI Officer, effective September 15, 2026. Ben David will report directly to President and Chief Executive Officer Jon Nudi and serve as a member of Masco's Executive Committee. This is a new role for Masco Corp., which is headquartered in Livonia, Mich., and owns brands like Behr paint, Delta and hansgrohe faucets, and HotSpring spas. "Yaron is an accomplished leader with a strong track record of helping businesses harness technology, data and artificial intelligence to deliver meaningful business outcomes," said Jon Nudi, President and Chief Executive Officer, Masco Corporation. "His experience leading complex transformations, building high-performing organizations and translating innovation into value creation makes him an excellent addition to our Executive Committee as we continue investing in the capabilities that support our growth strategy." Ben David brings more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning technology, artificial intelligence, large-scale enterprise transformation, and cybersecurity. He joins Masco from Standard Industries, a global industrial company with approximately $11 billion in annual revenue whose portfolio includes GAF and W. R. Grace, a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals and materials. As Standard Industries' Chief Digital Officer, Ben David led enterprise-wide AI, data, cybersecurity and digital transformation initiatives across multiple operating companies. Prior to joining Standard Industries, Ben David had extensive leadership experience serving with the Israel Defense Forces, including senior leadership positions within Unit 8200, the Israel Defense Forces' intelligence and cyber organization. In his leadership roles, he led major digital transformation, AI, cloud and data modernization initiatives. "Masco has an exceptional portfolio of industry-leading brands and a strong foundation for future growth," said Ben David. "I am excited to partner with Jon, the Executive Committee and teams across the organization to further strengthen our technology, data and AI capabilities, accelerate innovation and help Masco's businesses create value and win in the marketplace." * A new CEO for Masco Jon Nudi, a longtime executive with General Mills, takes the helm this summer. * Sales and earnings momentum continues Masco, Stanley Black & Decker, Scotts and UFPI step up to the Q2 plate.

Steelcase names proven growth leader Irene Tasi as president. Experienced commercial and innovative leader will guide the Steelcase business as the company builds on its design leadership, dealer network and customer-focused strategy. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., September 9, 2026 (Newswire.com) - Steelcase today announced Irene Tasi has been named president of Steelcase and will lead the business effective September 14, 2026. Tasi brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience with a track record leading complex businesses through growth, portfolio development, commercial execution, and organizational change. Her background includes full P&L responsibility, enterprise strategy, innovation, and sales and channel leadership. She will report to Jeff Lorenger, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, HNI Corporation. "Irene brings a combination of commercial leadership, product innovation, operating discipline, and customer focus that makes her exceptionally well-suited to lead Steelcase," said Lorenger. "She has led businesses where design, innovation, product portfolios, and strong channel partnerships are critical to success. Just as important, she has a proven ability to simplify complexity, create focus, and help teams navigate change with clarity. I am confident she will build on the strength of the Steelcase brand, innovation, members, dealer network, and customer relationships." Tasi joins Steelcase from PPG Industries, where she served in senior executive roles, including chief growth officer, senior vice president of global industrial coatings and, most recently, senior vice president and chief transformation officer. Before joining PPG, Tasi spent more than 20 years at Masco Corporation, where she held leadership roles across channel marketing, customer experience, and sales and general management. She also served as president and general manager of Kichler Lighting. "I am honored to join Steelcase and excited to work with a company whose purpose, people, and design leadership have shaped the future of work for generations," said Tasi. "Steelcase has a rich, innovative history, with deep customer relationships, an extraordinary dealer community and a strong portfolio of solutions that help people and organizations work better. I look forward to listening, learning, and partnering with teams around the world as we build on a strong foundation to create even more value for customers, dealers, members and communities." As president, Tasi will help advance the Steelcase focus on strengthening customer and dealer relationships, translating research and design leadership into commercial impact, and supporting teams to execute with focus and discipline. Tasi holds a Master of Business Administration from Eastern Michigan University and a Bachelor of Arts in international relations from the University of Windsor. About Steelcase Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Our purpose is to help the world work better. Along with more than 25 creative and technology partner brands, we research, design and manufacture furnishings and solutions for many of the places where work happens, including office, learning and health environments. Together with our 11,300 employees, we're working toward better futures for the wellbeing of people and the planet. Our solutions come to life through our global community of expert Steelcase dealers in approximately 790 locations, store.steelcase.com and other retail partners. For more information, visit Steelcase.com.