Gorman-Rupp names new CFO, effective October 2026

The Gorman-Rupp Company (NYSE: GRC) announced that Ronald F. Stoops will succeed James C. Kerr as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 1, 2026.

Kerr, who joined Gorman-Rupp in 2016 and has served as CFO since 2017, will remain with the company as a senior advisor until his retirement at a later, unspecified date.

Stoops joined Gorman-Rupp in 2020 and most recently held the title of Vice President of Finance. His responsibilities at the company have included financial reporting, tax compliance, external reporting, strategic planning, and investor relations. Before joining Gorman-Rupp, he held financial positions at a publicly held global manufacturing company and began his career in the audit practice of KPMG. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting and Finance from The Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business.

President and CEO Scott A. King said, "The Board of Directors and our management team thank Jim for his exceptional leadership and contributions to Gorman-Rupp," adding that the company is "excited that Ron will continue Jim's work."

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