Sarah Martin Joins Lennox as Executive Vice President and President of Home Comfort Solutions

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Lennox (NYSE:LII) has announced the appointment of Sarah Martin as Executive Vice President and President of Home Comfort Solutions, effective April 28, 2025. Martin succeeds Gary Bedard, who will retire after 26 years with the company.

Martin brings over 25 years of global leadership experience in manufacturing and technology, including 13 years at Honeywell International where she most recently served as president of Honeywell Sensing Solutions. She previously held leadership roles at CTS and received her MBA from Edinburgh Business School.

CEO Alok Maskara highlighted Martin's expertise in leading large-scale businesses, optimizing distribution channels, and driving profitability growth as key assets for Lennox's North America growth strategy. Bedard, who joined Lennox in 1998, progressed from district manager to leading the Home Comfort Solutions segment, leaving a legacy of growth and talent development.

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• Appointment of experienced executive with 25+ years of global leadership in manufacturing and technology
• Strategic hire with expertise in business transformation and distribution optimization
• Smooth leadership transition with retiring executive staying until end of April

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Martin to succeed Gary Bedard, who will retire after 26 years of dedicated service

DALLAS, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE:LII), a leading provider of innovative climate control solutions, today announced the appointment of Sarah Martin to executive vice president and president of Home Comfort Solutions, effective April 28. Martin succeeds Gary Bedard, who will retire from Lennox at the end of April after 26 years of dedicated service with the company.

Martin brings more than 25 years of global leadership in manufacturing and technology, including the last 13 years at Honeywell International Inc. Most recently, Martin served as president of Honeywell Sensing Solutions and previously served as president of Honeywell Sensing & Safety Technologies and Honeywell Advanced Sensing Technologies. Prior to Honeywell, Martin held various commercial and operational leadership roles at CTS Corporation, a global electronics manufacturing service provider.

"Sarah is a proven leader who brings a critical skillset to our Home Comfort Solutions segment with her deep expertise in leading large-scale businesses, optimizing distribution channels, and driving growth in profitability," said Lennox chief executive officer Alok Maskara. "Her disciplined approach to transformation will be invaluable as Lennox continues to focus on North America growth to deliver exceptional value to our customers and shareholders."

Martin received her MBA from the Edinburgh Business School at Heriot Watt University and her Master of Art in Modern Languages and Business from Heriot Watt University. 

"I am honored to join Lennox, a true leader in the HVAC industry with a legacy of innovation and operational excellence. I look forward to working with the talented team to drive sustained results and growth, while continuously enhancing our customer experience to ensure Lennox remains at the forefront of delivering industry-leading home climate control solutions," said Sarah Martin.

Bedard joined Lennox in 1998 as a district manager in the Lennox residential business unit and grew to lead the Lennox residential business unit and eventually the Home Comfort Solutions segment. He consistently exhibited the Lennox core values of Integrity, Respect, and Excellence and served as a mentor developing talent across the organization.

"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Gary for his leadership of the Home Comfort Solutions segment," said Maskara. "Gary's leadership has guided Home Comfort Solutions through significant growth and leaves a legacy that will continue to shape our future. We thank him for his contributions and wish him the best in his well-deserved retirement from Lennox."

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SOURCE Lennox International Inc.

FAQ

When will Sarah Martin start as EVP and President of Home Comfort Solutions at Lennox (LII)?

Sarah Martin will start at Lennox (LII) on April 28, 2025.

What was Sarah Martin's previous role before joining Lennox (LII)?

She was president of Honeywell Sensing Solutions at Honeywell International.

How long did Gary Bedard serve at Lennox (LII) before announcing retirement?

Gary Bedard served at Lennox for 26 years, starting in 1998 as a district manager.

What are the key areas of expertise Sarah Martin brings to Lennox (LII)?

She brings expertise in leading large-scale businesses, optimizing distribution channels, and driving growth in profitability.