Core & Main, Inc. announced changes to its board of directors and executive chair, effective April 1, 2026, as part of the company's long-term succession planning. The board appointed M. Susan Hardwick as a new independent director and member of the Talent and Compensation Committee, while Stephen LeClair retired from his roles as Executive Chair and Chair of the Board.
Key takeaways
M. Susan Hardwick was appointed as a Class III director and member of the Talent and Compensation Committee, effective April 1, 2026.
Stephen LeClair retired from his positions as Executive Chair, Class II director, and Chair of the Board, effective April 1, 2026.
James Castellano, previously Lead Independent Director, was appointed Chair of the Board, effective April 1, 2026.
James Hope was named Chair of the Audit Committee, and Robert Buck was appointed as a member of the Audit Committee, effective April 1, 2026.
Ms. Hardwick's term as director expires at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders.
Ms. Hardwick receives standard annual board compensation of $225,000, comprised of $130,000 in restricted stock units and $95,000 in cash, plus an additional $10,000 annually for committee service.