Rollins Board Of Directors Announces Executive Promotions

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The Rollins Board of Directors has announced significant leadership changes, promoting Gary W. Rollins to Board Chairman, John Wilson to Vice Chairman, and Jerry Gahlhoff to President/COO. Wilson, with over two decades at Rollins, will focus on critical projects and mentorship for emerging leaders. Gahlhoff has a strong tenure since the HomeTeam acquisition in 2008, recently leading multiple brands under Rollins. The Board emphasizes the extensive experience and leadership qualities of both Wilson and Gahlhoff as vital for the company's future.

Positive

• Leadership changes expected to bring fresh perspectives and strengthen company direction.
• Wilson's extensive experience at Rollins positions him well for mentoring future leaders.

Negative

• Potential concerns regarding continuity with leadership changes.
• Experience gap if new leaders struggle during transition.

ATLANTA, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rollins, Inc. (NYSE: ROL) Board of Directors today announced key appointments to further strengthen the Company's Executive Leadership.  Gary W. Rollins has been elevated by the Company's Board of Directors to the Rollins Board Chairmanship.  John Wilson, currently Rollins President and COO, will be promoted to the Company's Vice Chairman.  Jerry Gahlhoff will be promoted to President/COO of Rollins, Inc.

Wilson joined Orkin, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rollins, Inc. in 1996.  He held various positions of increasing responsibility, including technician, sales inspector, branch manager, region manager, vice president and president of the Southeast Division before being name President of Orkin in 2009.  Wilson will assist with critical Company projects at the direction of Chairman Gary W. Rollins, as well as coaching the Company's new generation of leaders. 

Gahlhoff came to Rollins in the HomeTeam acquisition in 2008 and has successfully managed several areas of the Company with increasing responsibility. He most recently led the Rollins Specialty Brands team of HomeTeam, Clark, Northwest, Western Pest, Waltham Pest, OPC pest control companies as well as the Rollins Human Resources department.  This group of companies has grown tremendously under Jerry's leadership since its formation in 2016.

"John and Jerry bring years of excellent experience and leadership to these new positions," said Gary W. Rollins.  "We are fortunate to have them assume a greater role in the direction and future of our Company."

About Rollins

Rollins, Inc. is a premier global consumer and commercial services company.  Through its family of leading brands, Orkin, HomeTeam Pest Defense, Clark Pest Control, Orkin Canada, Western Pest Services, Northwest Exterminating, Critter Control, The Industrial Fumigant Company, Trutech, Orkin Australia, Waltham Services, OPC Services, PermaTreat, Rollins UK, Aardwolf Pestkare, and Crane Pest Control, the Company provides essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects to more than two million customers in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia from more than 700 locations. You can learn more about Rollins and its subsidiaries by visiting our web sites at www.orkin.com, www.pestdefense.com, www.clarkpest.com, www.orkincanada.ca, www.westernpest.com, www.callnorthwest.com,  www.crittercontrol.com, www.indfumco.com, www.trutechinc.com, www.orkinau.com, www.walthamservices.com, www.opcpest.com, www.permatreat.com, www.safeguardpestcontrol.co.uk, www.aardwolfpestkare.com,  www.cranepestcontrol.com and www.rollins.com. You can also find this and other news releases at www.rollins.com by accessing the news releases button.

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FAQ

What are the new roles announced by Rollins on August 26, 2020?

Rollins announced Gary W. Rollins as Board Chairman, John Wilson as Vice Chairman, and Jerry Gahlhoff as President/COO.

Who is John Wilson and what is his background at Rollins?

John Wilson has been with Rollins since 1996, holding various leadership roles, and has served as President of Orkin since 2009.

How might the leadership changes impact Rollins (ROL)?

The leadership changes could bring new strategies and focus, which may positively influence Rollins' performance and growth.

What is Jerry Gahlhoff's experience with Rollins?

Jerry Gahlhoff joined Rollins in 2008 and has managed several brands, contributing to significant growth in the specialty brands segment.