Graco

Graco Announces Dale D. Johnson’s Intention to Retire, and Names David J. Thompson as President, Worldwide Contractor Equipment Division

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Dale D. Johnson has informed the company of his intention to retire in the first quarter of 2025, and that in anticipation of Mr. Johnson’s retirement David J. Thompson will succeed him as President, Worldwide Contractor Equipment Division, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Dale D. Johnson has informed the company of his intention to retire in the first quarter of 2025, and that in anticipation of Mr. Johnson’s retirement David J. Thompson will succeed him as President, Worldwide Contractor Equipment Division, effective January 1, 2024.
  • Beginning on that date, Mr. Johnson will assume the role of Chief Commercial Development Officer, in which capacity he will support the Contractor Equipment Division leadership transition to Mr. Thompson, as well as facilitate various commercial and cross-divisional initiatives.
  • “Throughout his tenure spanning almost five decades at Graco, Dale has demonstrated exceptional leadership and an unrelenting competitive spirit,” said Graco’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark W. Sheahan.
  • “Dave is held in high regard across our Contractor Equipment Division and throughout Graco.

Graco Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call

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Friday, October 6, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it will release its Third Quarter 2023 earnings after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

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  • Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it will release its Third Quarter 2023 earnings after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
  • A full-text copy of the earnings announcement will be available on the Company’s website at www.investors.graco.com .
  • Graco management will hold a conference call, including slides via webcast, with analysts and institutional investors to discuss the results at 11 a.m.
  • A real-time listen-only webcast of the conference call will be broadcast on the Company’s website and by going here www.edge.media-server.com .

Trail Sprayer Adds Second Location in Pittsburgh Providing Service and Repair

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Monday, October 2, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trail Sprayer & Service, a Kent, Ohio based company, providing commercial and industrial coating, paint, and pressure washing equipment and repair is thrilled to announce its second location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Key Points: 
  • Trail Sprayer & Service, a Kent, Ohio based company, providing commercial and industrial coating, paint, and pressure washing equipment and repair is thrilled to announce its second location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • PITTSBURGH, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trail Sprayer & Service, a Kent, Ohio based company, providing commercial and industrial coating, paint, and pressure washing equipment and repair is thrilled to announce its second location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • "There is an increasing need for Trail Sprayer products and service in Pittsburgh and surrounding communities," says Jennifer Hristovski, CMO, Trail Sprayer & Service, "not to mention Pittsburgh is a great area to grow a small business and we look forward to joining its community."
  • Trail Sprayer will continue to offer Graco, Titan, TriTech, and MiTM equipment and parts at both Ohio and Pennsylvania locations – as well as service and repair.

Graco Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call

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Friday, July 7, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it will release its Second Quarter 2023 earnings after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG) announced today that it will release its Second Quarter 2023 earnings after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.
  • A full-text copy of the earnings announcement will be available on the Company’s website at www.graco.com .
  • Graco management will hold a conference call, including slides via webcast, with analysts and institutional investors to discuss the results at 11 a.m.
  • A real-time listen-only webcast of the conference call will be broadcast on the Company’s website and by going here: edge.media-server.com .

Graco Develops Electric Variable Ratio Metering for 2K Material

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, introduces the Electric Variable Ratio Metering System .

Key Points: 
  • Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, introduces the Electric Variable Ratio Metering System .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230615862687/en/
    the Electric Variable Ratio Metering System.
  • To learn more about the Electric Variable Ratio System, visit graco.com/EVR.
  • To learn more about the Electric Variable Ratio System, visit graco.com/EVR .

Graco® Launches Its Most Innovative Car Seat Yet - the New 4Ever® DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

ATLANTA, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Graco, America's most trusted baby gear brand* and part of the Newell Brands portfolio of brands, announces the launch of the 4Ever® DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat. This industry first car seat offers five modes of use, including a new removable seat belt trainer, ensuring that kids' seat belts are properly positioned when in the car, helping them to ride safer longer – up to 12 years of age. Designed to meet the needs of first-time parents and growing families, the 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat embodies the brand's 65-year commitment to bringing innovative solutions to the market that offer best-in-class safety, longevity, durability, and quality standards.

Key Points: 
  • Designed to meet the needs of first-time parents and growing families, the 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat embodies the brand's 65-year commitment to bringing innovative solutions to the market that offer best-in-class safety, longevity, durability, and quality standards.
  • Offering five modes of use, the 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat can easily convert from a rear-facing infant car seat (4-40 lb.)
  • A few key features of the car seat include:
    Seamlessly transforms to five different modes: from rear-facing harness (4-40 lb.)
  • For more details on the Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat, visit www.gracobaby.com and follow @graco on Instagram and Facebook .

Graco Inc. Appoints Heather L. Anfang to the Board of Directors

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Heather L. Anfang has been appointed as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors, effective May 12, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Heather L. Anfang has been appointed as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors, effective May 12, 2023.
  • Ms. Anfang previously served in various marketing and ecommerce roles of increasing leadership responsibility throughout her more than twenty-year career at Land O’ Lakes.
  • “On behalf of our Board of Directors and management team, I want to welcome Heather to Graco,” said Lee R. Mitau, Graco’s Chairman of the Board.
  • We are very excited to have Heather join us as a director on the Graco Board.”
    Ms. Anfang will serve on the Company’s Audit Committee and Management Organization and Compensation Committee.

Graco Canada Launches its Slimmest Car Seat Yet

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

The Graco SlimFit LX 3-in-1 is an all-in-one car seat that comfortably grows with little ones from 5 to 100 lbs.

Key Points: 
  • The Graco SlimFit LX 3-in-1 is an all-in-one car seat that comfortably grows with little ones from 5 to 100 lbs.
  • Whether travelling children of different ages who ride in different modes, or when paired with select other Graco car seats, the SlimFit LX 3-in-1 car seat allows extra room for passengers and other travel necessities.
  • "We wanted to provide an option for parents in need of space for their growing family or daily carpool, so we created Graco's slimmest car seat," says Kristin Aldworth, Senior Manager, Graco Brand Marketing.
  • With its convenient rapid remove cover, the Graco SlimFit LX 3-in-1 car seat is machine-washable and easy to remove without uninstalling the seat or removing the harness, meaning any spilled snacks or juice can be easily cleaned – even with 3 car seats installed.

Graco Reports Record First Quarter Sales and Operating Earnings

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Forward-looking statements generally use words such as “expect,” “foresee,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “project,” “should,” “estimate,” “will,” and similar expressions, and reflect our Company’s expectations concerning the future.

Key Points: 
  • Forward-looking statements generally use words such as “expect,” “foresee,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “project,” “should,” “estimate,” “will,” and similar expressions, and reflect our Company’s expectations concerning the future.
  • These reports are available on the Company’s website at www.graco.com and the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov .
  • Graco management will hold a conference call, including slides via webcast, with analysts and institutional investors on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 11 a.m.
  • Listeners should go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the live conference call to install any necessary audio software.

Graco Appoints Ronita Banerjee as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, today announced that, effective May 24, 2023, Ronita Banerjee will be joining Graco as the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, today announced that, effective May 24, 2023, Ronita Banerjee will be joining Graco as the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • “Ronita brings impressive credentials as a human resources leader,” said Mark Sheahan, Graco’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “She has been instrumental in her previous roles leading global human resources initiatives for respected manufacturing companies.
  • Along with everyone in the Graco family, I wish him a long, happy and well-deserved retirement.”
    Ms. Banerjee joins Graco from Westinghouse Electric Company, based in Pittsburgh, PA, where she served in several human resources leadership roles since 2019 and, most recently, as the Chief Human Resources Officer.