Pentair Taps Robert Hau as Permanent CFO, Closing Interim Chapter
PNR is trading near its 52-week low of $55.271 (1.9% above the low).
Summary
Pentair appointed Robert W. Hau as permanent CFO effective November 1, 2026, replacing interim CFO Robert Fishman. Hau brings CFO experience from Fiserv, TE Connectivity, and Lennox International.
Key Events · Executive and Board Changes · PNR
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Permanent CFO Appointed
Robert W. Hau has been named EVP and CFO effective November 1, 2026, replacing interim CFO Robert P. Fishman.
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Compensation Package
Hau will receive a $775,000 base salary, 100% target bonus, $2.5M RSU grant with 5-year cliff vesting, and a $200,000 new hire cash bonus.
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Leadership Stability Restored
The appointment follows the July 2026 CFO resignation that coincided with a 17% Q2 sales decline and full-year guidance cut.
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Experienced Executive
Hau previously served as CFO of Fiserv (2016-2025), TE Connectivity (2012-2016), and Lennox International (2009-2012).
Analysis · PNR · Technology
The CFO vacancy created by the abrupt July 2026 resignation—which coincided with a sharp guidance cut and a 17% sales decline—has now been filled. Robert Hau, a veteran CFO with experience at Fiserv, TE Connectivity, and Lennox International, takes over on November 1, 2026. His appointment ends a period of interim leadership during a turbulent stretch: shares are trading near their 52-week low, and the company is simultaneously financing a $1.4 billion acquisition of Taco Group Holdings. Securing a permanent CFO with deep public-company experience removes a key uncertainty, though the compensation package—including a $2.5 million equity grant and $200,000 signing bonus—reflects the board's urgency to lock in leadership stability.
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