Rollins Announces CFO Transition: Kenneth Krause Resigns, William Harkins Appointed

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Rollins, Inc. announced that CFO Kenneth Krause is resigning, effective June 15, 2026, and William Harkins, the current CAO, will succeed him as Executive Vice President and CFO.

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• CFO Resignation

  Kenneth Krause resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 15, 2026, to pursue another opportunity. His departure does not involve any disagreement with the company.

• New CFO Appointment

  William Harkins, currently the Chief Accounting Officer, has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 15, 2026. Mr. Harkins has served as CAO since March 2025 and brings over twenty years of financial and accounting experience.

• New CFO Compensation

  Mr. Harkins' new compensation includes an annual base salary of $610,000, adjusted target annual bonus and equity grant opportunities, and a one-time restricted stock award of $500,000 vesting over three years.

• Transition Agreement for Departing CFO

  Mr. Krause will provide advisory services until September 30, 2026, and 8,000 shares of previously granted restricted stock will vest around February 20, 2027, subject to his compliance with the transition agreement.

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Rollins, Inc. announced a significant leadership change with the resignation of CFO Kenneth Krause, who is departing to pursue another opportunity. The company quickly appointed William Harkins, its current Chief Accounting Officer, as the new Executive Vice President and CFO. This internal promotion provides continuity and leverages existing company knowledge, which helps mitigate the uncertainty typically associated with a key executive departure, especially as the stock trades near its 52-week low. The new CFO's compensation package includes a $500,000 restricted stock award, aligning his incentives with long-term shareholder value.