Patrick J. McHale to Retire as Graco's President & CEO

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Feb 16, 2021
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Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG, Financial), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, announced today that Mark W. Sheahan has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company effective June 10, 2021. He succeeds Patrick J. McHale who, on Feb. 11, 2021, submitted his notice of intent to retire from the Company. Mr. McHale will step down from his CEO and board positions on June 10, 2021, but will remain employed by the Company through Sept. 15, 2021 to assist with the leadership transition. The board also appointed Mr. Sheahan a director effective June 10, 2021.