Leadership Overview
RWC has 6 executives leading key functions including regional strategy, financial oversight, information technology, and operational management.
Focused on delivering advanced water control systems, RWC maintains a commitment to engineering excellence and plumbing innovation across domestic, commercial, and industrial markets globally.
Focused on delivering advanced water control systems, RWC maintains a commitment to engineering excellence and plumbing innovation across domestic, commercial, and industrial markets globally.
Leadership Roles at RWC
Nicole Sumich - Chief Executive Officer (APAC)
Nicole Sumich, the Chief Executive Officer (APAC) at RWC, directs all regional operations and strategic growth initiatives across the Asia-Pacific market. Sumich manages the expansion of water control systems and plumbing solutions, ensuring alignment with the broader corporate mission of engineering excellence. By overseeing local manufacturing and distribution networks, the Chief Executive Officer (APAC) drives market penetration and operational efficiency. Nicole Sumich maintains close collaboration with the global leadership team to synchronize regional performance with international standards. This role involves navigating complex regulatory environments and optimizing supply chain logistics to meet the specific demands of commercial and industrial clients. Through rigorous market analysis and the implementation of scalable business models, the Chief Executive Officer (APAC) secures a competitive advantage for the organization. Sumich consistently monitors regional financial health and operational output to ensure long-term sustainability and growth within the diverse APAC landscape.

Terry Scott - Group Chief Financial Officer
Terry Scott, the Group Chief Financial Officer at RWC, manages global fiscal strategy and capital allocation for the entire family of brands. Scott oversees financial reporting, risk management, and investor relations, ensuring the organization maintains a robust balance sheet to support ongoing innovation in water control systems. By directing global budgeting processes, the Group Chief Financial Officer provides the necessary resources for research and development across domestic and industrial sectors. Terry Scott collaborates with the board to evaluate acquisition opportunities and long-term investment projects that enhance market position. This leadership role requires precise oversight of international tax compliance and currency hedging strategies to mitigate global economic volatility. Through the implementation of advanced financial modeling and performance metrics, the Group Chief Financial Officer drives operational accountability across all business units. Scott ensures the financial integrity of the company while supporting the strategic objectives of the global executive team.
Andrew Johnson - Group Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Johnson, the Group Chief Financial Officer at RWC, directs the global treasury functions and corporate finance strategy. Johnson oversees the optimization of working capital and the management of debt structures to ensure the company remains well-positioned for future expansion. By analyzing global market trends, the Group Chief Financial Officer identifies opportunities to improve profit margins within the water control systems portfolio. Andrew Johnson coordinates with regional financial leads to standardize reporting practices and enhance transparency across all international operations. This leadership role involves managing relationships with financial institutions and ensuring compliance with global accounting standards. Through the development of comprehensive financial forecasts, the Group Chief Financial Officer supports the executive team in making informed decisions regarding product development and market entry. Johnson maintains a focus on long-term value creation, ensuring that the company's financial health remains a cornerstone of the overall business model and competitive strategy.
Benjamin Burge - Chief Financial Officer (Americas)
Benjamin Burge, the Chief Financial Officer (Americas) at RWC, manages the regional financial planning and analysis for the North American business units. Burge oversees cost control measures and revenue recognition processes, ensuring that the production of plumbing solutions remains profitable and efficient. By directing the regional budgeting cycle, the Chief Financial Officer (Americas) provides the necessary financial oversight to support local manufacturing and commercial sales teams. Benjamin Burge collaborates with the Group Chief Financial Officer to align regional performance with the broader corporate financial strategy. This role involves monitoring regional market dynamics and adjusting financial forecasts to reflect changes in the domestic and industrial plumbing sectors. Through the implementation of rigorous internal controls and audit procedures, the Chief Financial Officer (Americas) safeguards the company's assets. Burge drives financial discipline across the Americas, ensuring that all regional operations contribute effectively to the overall growth and stability of the organization.
Will Kilpatrick - Executive VP & President (Americas)
Will Kilpatrick, the Executive VP & President (Americas) at RWC, directs all commercial and industrial operations across the North American market. Kilpatrick oversees the development and distribution of water control systems, ensuring that the company maintains its leadership position in the plumbing industry. By managing regional sales teams and manufacturing output, the Executive VP & President (Americas) drives market share growth and customer satisfaction. Will Kilpatrick collaborates with the global executive team to implement strategic initiatives that align with the company's mission of providing innovative plumbing solutions. This role involves navigating the complexities of the North American construction and renovation markets to identify new business opportunities. Through the optimization of supply chain logistics and the enhancement of product availability, the Executive VP & President (Americas) ensures that the company meets the high demand for reliable water control technology. Kilpatrick maintains a focus on operational excellence and the continuous improvement of regional business processes.

Asha Laks - Vice President & Chief Information Officer (Americas)
Asha Laks, the Vice President & Chief Information Officer (Americas) at RWC, architects the digital infrastructure and technology roadmap for the North American market. Laks oversees the integration of enterprise resource planning systems and cybersecurity protocols to protect the integrity of plumbing solution data. By driving digital transformation initiatives, the Vice President & Chief Information Officer (Americas) optimizes internal workflows and enhances connectivity between manufacturing facilities and commercial distribution channels. Asha Laks manages the IT department, ensuring that technological investments directly support the company's goal of providing reliable water control systems. This role involves coordinating with regional leadership to implement data-driven decision-making tools that improve operational efficiency. Through the modernization of legacy systems and the adoption of cloud-based solutions, the Vice President & Chief Information Officer (Americas) facilitates seamless communication across the Americas. Laks maintains a focus on scalable technology that adapts to the evolving needs of the industrial and domestic plumbing sectors.