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The Board of Directors of AB Electrolux has appointed Yannick Fierling as the new President and CEO of Electrolux Group effective January 1, 2025. Yannick Fierling succeeds Jonas Samuelson, who earlier this year informed the Board that he would leave his position by the end of the year. Yannick Fierling has more than 20 years of experience in the household appliances industry, most recently as CEO of Europe for Haier Corporation during the years 2015 to 2024. Between 2000 and 2015, he held several senior positions within Whirlpool Corporation in Europe and globally. Leadership in business Yannick Fierling starts at Electrolux Group on October 1 and will take on the formal role as President and CEO on January 1, 2025, after a three-month handover period. “Yannick is a very experienced pioneer with a solid background in the appliance industry,” says Torbjörn Lööf, Chairman of Electrolux's Board of Directors. “In his latest assignment, he successfully led Haier’s development in Europe. His visionary leadership in developing business and people, together with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and a sense of urgency approach, will be very valuable on our journey making Electrolux Group an even stronger global player in the appliance industry.” Strengths of Electrolux Group Lööf added: “The Board wants to reinforce and accelerate the strengths of Electrolux Group by bringing in new perspectives. We are convinced that Yannick has the right background, insights, and experience, as well as the drive and determination to take the company forward.” “I am grateful for the confidence of the Board and feel very excited about this opportunity,” says Yannick Fierling. “Having spent many years in the household appliances industry, it is hard to find a more energizing and inspiring role. I am really looking forward to engaging with the Electrolux Group team and in developing and positioning the Group in the years to come.” Yannick Fierling is 53 years old and a French citizen. He will be based in Stockholm. He holds two Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from France and the United States.

Marcone announced expanded offerings in its Tulsa and Oklahoma City locations, representing the company’s growth as one of North America’s largest distributors of appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen, plumbing and pool/spa equipment, repair parts, and solutions. As a Marcone business unit, O’Connor Company added inventory in those locations to include appliance parts and plans to soon bring in plumbing products, in addition to their existing HVAC solutions. The move allows customers to rely on Marcone-O’Connor as a full-service provider for solutions in a range of industries. Marcone’s vast resources "Marcone’s vast resources allow us to bring even more options to the Tulsa and Oklahoma City repair communities," said Jennie Bryan, O’Connor Company President. Jennie Bryan adds, "We are thrilled to provide our customers an easy way to access the full range of products they might need to complete a job." Marcone-O’Connor branches The Marcone-O’Connor branches are located at 1850 N. Indianwood Ave. in Broken Arrow and 315 Hudiburg Circle in Oklahoma City. Among the products they carry are: Appliance – Parts for cooktops, dishwashers, ice makers, microwaves, and more from top brands including GE, Whirlpool, and Electrolux. HVAC – Air handlers, flex duct, thermostats, registers, and more from quality manufacturers such as Trane and Mitsubishi. Coming soon: Plumbing – Supply lines, angle stops, gaskets and drains, and more from premier providers like Honeywell, Fluidmaster, and Milwaukee. Marcone Group's distribution network Marcone Group has expanded its footprint and product offering in recent years, entering the HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool/spa sectors. The company boasts nearly 200 locations in the U.S. and Canada, including distribution centers in most major metro areas. That vast distribution network affords next-day delivery to 93% of the United States and 100% two-day. "With a catalog spanning five industries, Marcone has created something that doesn't currently exist in today's marketplace," said Avichal Jain, Chief Executive Officer of Marcone, adding "Many of our customers work across multiple industries but always have had to keep their suppliers separate. In the parts distribution arena, the one-stop shopping offered by Marcone is truly unique."

Whirlpool Corporation is among a distinguished group of companies included on the 2019 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) North America Index – recognition of its longstanding commitment to sustainable business practices. Whirlpool Corporation has shown consecutive years of improvement in the Household Durables industry. In the past year, the company has continued to accelerate its progress toward the goal of zero waste to landfill and has strengthened its commitments to renewable energy. Among Fortune 500 companies it is one of the largest users of on-site wind energy in the U.S. 2019 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices North America Index Our sustainability commitments and practices position Whirlpool for long-term success" “Whirlpool Corporation’s commitment to sustainability began half a century ago. Our inclusion on this list is an honor, and an incredibly important recognition of the progress we continue to make in our constant pursuit to improve lives at home,” said Ron Voglewede, director of global sustainability, Whirlpool Corporation. “Our sustainability commitments and practices position Whirlpool for long-term success, and we are proud of all we have achieved in developing more sustainable products, facilities and operations across our supply chain and plants.” In its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, Whirlpool Corporation announced progress toward its 30 percent absolute emission reduction goals from products and plants by 2025 against a 2005 baseline. These goals were set to exceed the reduction targets of the original U.S. commitments to the Paris Accord. The full sustainability report can be viewed here. SAM Corporate Sustainability Assessment “We congratulate Whirlpool Corporation for being included in the DJSI North America,” said Manjit Jus, Head of ESG Ratings, RobecoSAM. “The SAM Corporate Sustainability Assessment has again raised the bar in identifying those companies best-positioned to address future sustainability challenges and opportunities. This year – which marks the 20th anniversary of the DJSI – record corporate interest in the SAM CSA reflects the enduring relevance of the DJSI for measuring and advancing ESG practices.”