IPEX Executive and Leadership Team

Paul Reid, the Chief Executive Officer at IPEX, directs the overarching strategic vision for the manufacturing of thermoplastic piping systems. Overseeing global market expansion, the Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment between product innovation and the evolving needs of municipal and industrial clients. This leadership role involves constant evaluation of market trends to maintain a competitive edge in the piping sector. By optimizing corporate resources, Paul Reid directly impacts the long-term growth trajectory of the organization. Ultimately, Reid secures the financial health and operational integrity of the company through rigorous oversight of all business units. The Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of excellence, driving the development of high-performance valves, fittings, and auxiliary components that define the industry standard for quality and reliability across North American markets.

Heather Rodrigues, the Chief Financial Officer at IPEX, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the organization. Overseeing financial reporting and risk management, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the stability of investments in manufacturing facilities and tooling. This leadership role involves balancing the costs of raw material procurement with the revenue generated from diverse industrial and municipal piping projects. By implementing robust financial controls, Heather Rodrigues directly impacts the profitability and growth potential of the company. Ultimately, Rodrigues secures the necessary funding for research and development initiatives that keep the product line at the forefront of the thermoplastic industry. The Chief Financial Officer drives fiscal discipline, ensuring that all business units operate within budgetary constraints while maximizing value for stakeholders across the broad North American market reach.

Paul Leonard, the President & Chief Operating Officer at IPEX, manages the day-to-day production and logistics of thermoplastic piping systems. Overseeing the manufacturing floor and supply chain operations, the President & Chief Operating Officer ensures that valves, fittings, and pipes meet rigorous quality standards. This leadership role involves streamlining production workflows to increase output efficiency for municipal and commercial projects. By optimizing operational processes, Paul Leonard directly impacts the ability of the company to meet high-volume demand. Ultimately, Leonard secures the operational excellence required to maintain a leading market position in the piping industry. The President & Chief Operating Officer drives continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that all manufacturing sites operate at peak performance while maintaining strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations across the entire operational network.

W. Hopkins, the President & Director at IPEX, provides governance and strategic guidance to the board regarding the long-term direction of the company. Overseeing corporate policy and stakeholder relations, the President & Director ensures that the organization remains aligned with its mission of providing superior thermoplastic solutions. This leadership role involves evaluating high-level business opportunities and ensuring that the company maintains its reputation for quality in the industrial and residential sectors. By facilitating communication between the board and executive management, W. Hopkins directly impacts the strategic focus of the firm. Ultimately, Hopkins secures the long-term viability of the business through sound governance and visionary leadership. The President & Director drives the expansion of the company's market influence, ensuring that the brand remains synonymous with reliability and innovation in the piping and valve industry.

Mack Uchida, the Pex President & General Manager I (USA) at IPEX, directs the regional operations and market penetration strategies within the United States. Overseeing the distribution and sales of thermoplastic piping systems, the Pex President & General Manager I (USA) ensures that local customer needs are met with precision and speed. This leadership role involves managing regional partnerships and tailoring product offerings to the specific requirements of the American industrial and residential markets. By driving regional growth, Mack Uchida directly impacts the overall revenue performance of the company. Ultimately, Uchida secures a strong competitive presence for the brand in the U.S. market through effective local management and strategic outreach. The Pex President & General Manager I (USA) drives operational success by aligning regional activities with the broader corporate goals of the organization.

Orly Bensoussan, the Chief Information Officer at IPEX, architects the digital infrastructure supporting complex manufacturing processes. Overseeing enterprise-wide data security, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless integration between production systems and supply chain management tools. This leadership role involves deploying advanced analytics to improve the efficiency of thermoplastic pipe manufacturing. By modernizing internal technology stacks, Orly Bensoussan directly impacts the speed and accuracy of service delivery to commercial and residential customers. Ultimately, Bensoussan secures the digital assets of the organization against emerging threats while enabling data-driven decision-making across all departments. The Chief Information Officer drives the digital transformation agenda, ensuring that the company maintains a technological advantage in the competitive landscape of piping systems and auxiliary components throughout the entire operational footprint.

Cheryl Stargratt, the Chief Human Resources Officer at IPEX, directs the talent acquisition and organizational development strategies for the workforce. Overseeing employee engagement and training programs, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that the staff possesses the technical expertise required to manufacture high-quality piping systems. This leadership role involves fostering a safe and inclusive work environment that attracts top-tier talent in the manufacturing sector. By aligning human capital with corporate objectives, Cheryl Stargratt directly impacts the productivity and innovation capacity of the company. Ultimately, Stargratt secures the long-term success of the organization by building a resilient and skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of industrial and residential clients. The Chief Human Resources Officer drives cultural initiatives that promote excellence and safety across all manufacturing facilities and regional offices.