Selection is the result of a disciplined succession process to ensure a seamless transitionfocused on continued profitable growth, disciplined capital allocation and financial excellence

The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Benjamin E. Meisenzahl to serve as the Company's next Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 1, 2026. Mr. Meisenzahl, 44, has served as Senior Vice President - Finance for the last two and a half years and brings 22 years of overall Sherwin-Williams experience to his new role. He will assume the CFO duties currently held by Allen J. Mistysyn, 57, who will assume a short-term transition role before retiring after 35 years of dedicated service to the Company.