# Joe Ruzynski

> Joe Ruzynski is Chief Executive Officer and a director of Franklin Electric, a global water and energy systems manufacturer. He took the role on July 1, 2024 after leading nVent’s Enclosures segment from 2018 to 2024 and holding supply, operations and business leadership positions at Pentair. His Franklin tenure includes expansion through Barnes de Colombia and the acquisition of Cat Pumps, alongside public emphasis on customer service, manufacturing and employee recognition.

- **Role:** Chief Executive Officer and Director at Franklin Electric
- **Organizations:** Franklin Electric, nVent Electric plc, Pentair plc, Ernst & Young
- **Education:** BA in Mathematics and Computer Science, Saint John’s University, MBA, University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management
- **Known for:** Appointed CEO and director of Franklin Electric effective July 1, 2024., Led nVent’s Enclosures segment from 2018 to 2024., Led Franklin Electric during its expansion through Barnes de Colombia and Cat Pumps.

## Career timeline

- **1997-2003** — Manager at Ernst & Young.
- **2003-2012** — Held supply leadership positions at Pentair.
- **2012-2014** — Vice President, Operations for Pentair’s Equipment Protection and Technical Solutions global business units.
- **2015-2016** — Vice President of Pentair’s Fluid Motion Business Group.
- **2016-2017** — Vice President of Pentair’s Engineered Projects Strategic Business Group.
- **2017-2018** — Vice President of Pentair’s Enclosures Strategic Business Unit.
- **2018-2024** — President of nVent’s Enclosures segment.
- **2024-07-01** — Became Franklin Electric CEO and a member of its board.
- **2025-03** — Publicly documented a visit to the acquired Barnes business in Monterrey, Mexico.
- **2026-09** — Franklin announced its completed Cat Pumps acquisition for $350 million cash plus a potential stock earnout of up to $50 million.

## Achievements

- Appointed CEO and director of Franklin Electric effective July 1, 2024.
- Led nVent’s Enclosures segment from 2018 to 2024.
- Led Franklin Electric during its expansion through Barnes de Colombia and Cat Pumps.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — Franklin Electric appointed Luciana Amaro Chief Human Resources Officer, reporting to Ruzynski; announcement dated October 19.
- **2026-09** — Franklin announced the completed acquisition of Cat Pumps on September 8; the transaction closed September 4.
- **2026-07** — Franklin reported second-quarter net sales of $622.9 million and operating income of $93.6 million; Ruzynski discussed demand and material and logistics cost pressures.
- **2026-02** — Presented at the 36th Annual Gabelli Pump, Valve, and Water Systems Symposium on February 26, moderated by Sarah Donnelly.

## Links

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-ruzynski-48ba871

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