GAF Appoints Chris Peetz as Chief Operations Officer

GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Chris Peetz to the position of Chief Operations Officer, reporting to John Barkhouse, President and Incoming CEO of GAF. As COO, Peetz will drive operational efficiency and strategic improvements across GAF’s manufacturing sites and supply chain.

“I am thrilled to welcome Chris to GAF,” said John Barkhouse, President and Incoming CEO of GAF. “Throughout his more than 30-year career, he has driven operational excellence while maintaining a focus on safety and quality. I have every confidence that, under his leadership, the operations function will support GAF’s goals of strengthening our customer experience and meeting growing demand for our market-leading roofing products.”

“I’m delighted to join GAF and look forward to expanding its reputation as an industry leader,” said Chris Peetz. “I share John’s commitment to continuous improvement, efficiency, and above all, the customer experience. I look forward to working with our exceptional teams to build on the tremendous success GAF has had to date.” 

Peetz has both domestic and global experience in diverse manufacturing industries, including roofing, automotive, and consumer goods. Prior to joining GAF, Peetz was Chief Operating Officer at OmniMax, a national manufacturer of residential building products. He previously served as Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lasko Products, Executive Vice President of Operations at PrimeSource Building Products, and Chief Operating Officer at The Carlstar Group, among several other Operations leadership roles.

About GAF

GAF, a Standard Industries company, is the leading roofing and waterproofing manufacturer in North America. For more than 135 years, GAF has been trusted to protect what matters most for families, business owners and roofing professionals with its innovative solutions and focus on exceptional service. GAF’s leadership extends to its commitment to strengthen its communities and industry through investments in career development, sustainable products, and local community resilience. Learn more at www.GAF.com.

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