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LIXIL, a provider of water and housing products, announces an exclusive discount on its lineup of plumbing products from each brand in the U.S. portfolio, including American Standard, GROHE and DXV, to active and retired members of the United States military. The discount, which is estimated to be 50 to 90 percent off retail prices, is extended to service members from all branches of the United States military as an expression of gratitude for their contribution to our nation. Redeem the discount on the website Active duty members and veterans can visit the website and enter their military identification information to register for access to order from available kitchen and bath products and redeem the discount. The product markdown will vary across individual brands and products throughout the LIXIL portfolio. “At LIXIL, we understand the important role that military servicemen and women play in protecting our nation,” said Troy Benavidez, VP Public Affairs, LIXIL Americas. “The military discount is just a small way that we can support our nation’s service men and women. We are inspired by their commitment, dedication and sacrifice that affords us the freedom to do what we do best, improve the health and well-being of everyone by making better homes a reality for all Americans.” This is another example of LIXIL’s commitment to help those who serve the nation. Throughout the year, LIXIL works in partnership with not for profit organizations that help military members transition back to civilian life, including making better homes a reality for those wounded.

LIXIL Americas, a globally renowned pioneering company in the field of water treatment and housing products, is pleased to announce that Beth Benevenia has been promoted to the position of Chief People Officer (CPO) for the Americas region. She will report to Steven Delarge, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President in the Americas region, and LIXIL Group Corporation CPO, Jin Montesano. Expansion of global HR team Beth Benevenia will join the global human resources team and will be tasked with continuing the process to shape the company culture by building upon its core values, and working closely with LIXIL Americas’ executive team. Beth Benevenia will look to reinforce LIXIL’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being for all people In her new role as Chief People Officer, she will look to reinforce LIXIL’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being for all people by making better homes a reality for everyone everywhere. “Beth has been a tremendous leader throughout her tenure at LIXIL and I am looking forward to working more closely with her to continue to build and enhance our culture,” said Steven Delarge, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President, LIXIL Americas. Strategic partner and advisory expert Beth Benevenia brings 18 years of experience as a strategic partner and advisor, including three years at LIXIL Americas, where she has integrated transparency and consistency across human resources throughout the company. Before joining the company, Benevenia held Human Resource leadership positions at Hackensack Meridian Health. She also held human resources positions at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ and the Eaton Corporation. She holds a Masters of Human Resource Management degree from Rutgers University and a B.S. in Finance from St. John’s University.

LIXIL Americas has announced the appointments of two key executives to the Plumbing Manufacturing International (PMI) 2020 Board of Directors and Committee. LIXIL Americas’ Sal Gattone, Vice President, Engineering, is serving on PMI’s board of directors. Gattone will be participating in collective responsibilities, with seven other board members, for organizational oversight, strategy and policy setting. Gattone will be serving a one-year term through 2020. “I’m honored to serve as a part of the governing body for PMI with people that truly understand the importance of the plumbing industry,” said Gattone. “As a group, the board of directors will support PMI and its many members; representing 90 percent of the U.S. plumbing products and more than 150 brands.” U.S. plumbing products Troy Benavidez, Vice President, Public Affairs, was appointed as a co-chair for the Advocacy/Government Affairs Committee. Benavidez brings twenty-plus years of public affairs experience to the position, and will support PMI’s communications and partnerships with federal, state and local government agencies, legislators and regulators. Benavidez will serve a two-year term starting January 1, 2020. The plumbing industry will continue to face challenges from the external environment" “The plumbing industry will continue to face challenges from the external environment; therefore, the role of the Advocacy / Government Affairs committee is critically important to our industry’s future success,” said Benavidez. “Our team will leverage the strength of many PMI members with regulators and policymakers to help them understand the role plumbing plays in protecting the public’s health and safety, as well as our impact on economic growth and expansion.” American Standard, DXV and GROHE brands PMI’s members are industry leaders in manufacturing safe, reliable and innovative water-efficient plumbing technologies, including toilets, urinals, faucets and showerheads. As one of the leaders in the industry, LIXIL Americas has been a member for several years and many employees have served on the board of directors and participated as committee members in the past. LIXIL Americas is committed to our associations, like PMI, to promote the importance of water efficiency, safety and quality of plumbing products. Sal Gattone is the vice president, engineering, for LIXIL Americas. He is responsible for leading the engineering department and advanced concepts team to develop new products and supporting existing products for the American Standard, DXV and GROHE brands. Borosilicate glass tubing In his 12 years with LIXIL, Gattone has held multiple management roles. He started with American Standard as a project manager for new product development and, most recently, served as a senior director, directing engineering department activities for all American Standard products in the fixtures category. Prior to LIXIL, Gattone worked in the glass production industry, making float glass for Pilkington Glass and as a furnace engineer for Gerresheimer Glass crafting Borosilicate glass tubing. Gattone holds B.E. in Ceramic Sciences and Engineering from Alfred University.  Corporate communications expert Troy Benavidez is the vice president, public affairs, for LIXIL Americas Troy Benavidez is the vice president, public affairs, for LIXIL Americas. He is a member of the executive team and leads corporate communications, social responsibility, government relations, as well as serving as the company spokesperson. He represents LIXIL Americas in matters with the industry trade, not-for-profit groups, and academic organizations, to drive corporate objectives, while building relationships and reputation. Additionally, Benavidez is committed to addressing the critical labor shortage facing the plumbing industry through initiatives that both increase awareness and support educational platforms. Public affairs and communication strategy development Benavidez has a wealth of experience in corporate public affairs and communication strategy development. In his career, he served in various corporate and global public affairs roles for the pharmaceutical industry. Previously, he held a variety of positions within state and federal government with staff roles in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Benavidez holds an MBA from Drexel University and a B.S. in political science and economics from Colorado College.