Fastenal Names Jeffery Watts as Next CEO

Reuters12-22 21:01

Fastenal Company announced that Daniel L. Florness will step down as CEO on July 16, 2026. Jeffery M. Watts, currently President and Chief Sales Officer, will become the new CEO and join the Board of Directors on the same date. Florness will continue as a Strategic Advisor until early 2028.

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