Rinnai America appoints Tim Largent vice president of people and culture
Rinnai America announced that Tim Largent has joined the company as vice president of people and culture. In this role, Largent will lead Rinnai’s talent strategy, employee engagement and workforce initiatives across North America, reporting to Perry McGuire, senior vice president of legal, government affairs and people. Largent brings more than 15 years’ experience leading human resources strategy across complex, multisite manufacturing organizations. Largent will work closely with Rinnai’s executive leadership team to enhance employee capabilities and collaboration across North America. Prior to joining Rinnai, Largent served as HR director for the Americas at Solmax where he led human resources across a large, multisite manufacturing workforce.
Wolseley Canada donates $30,000 toward skilled trades education
Wolseley Canada announced an investment in skilled trades education in Ontario and Quebec. The investment includes 22 financial-need-based bursaries ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 designated for students applying to postsecondary programs in the plumbing and HVAC industry.
Oatey presents Bob Bender Legacy Award
Oatey presented its fifth annual Bob Bender Legacy Award to Michael McLeod, principal at Harry Warren of Georgia Manufacturer Representative Agency. The award recognizes an exceptional manufacturer representative who demonstrates the customer-first mindset, integrity and commitment to excellence exemplified by the late Bob Bender, a respected Oatey sales leader who dedicated more than four decades to the company. As principal at Harry Warren of Georgia, McLeod has built a reputation for fostering trusted partnerships, delivering consistent results and supporting customers with a high level of responsiveness and expertise.
Bradford White extends partnership with Home Repair Services
Bradford White is continuing its partnership with Home Repair Services including a recent $10,000 charitable contribution to support the nonprofit’s critical programs for homeowners in need. Home Repair Services works to improve the safety and livability of homes for low-income residents in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the surrounding Kent County area. The organization addresses essential repair needs such as plumbing, electrical systems, roofing and heating. Much of its mission focuses on mobile homeowners, an often-underserved population that lacks access to traditional funding sources. Through its partnership with Bradford White, the organization has been able to significantly expand reliable hot water access. In 2025, Home Repair Services installed 115 Bradford White water heaters, more than doubling the previous year’s total of 48.
