Latham, The Pool Company Appoints Sanjeev Bahl as Chief Operating Officer

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Latham, The Pool Company (Nasdaq: SWIM) has appointed Sanjeev Bahl as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 24, 2022. Bahl, who brings over 20 years of experience in global supply chain and operations management, previously held the role of Vice President of Global Operations at Newell Brands. His appointment is aimed at enhancing operational performance and supporting Latham's long-term growth initiatives. President and CEO Scott Rajeski expressed confidence in Bahl's ability to lead the operations organization as the company continues to expand its capacity.

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• Sanjeev Bahl's appointment as COO is expected to enhance operational performance.
• Bahl's extensive experience in global operations can support Latham's growth initiatives.

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• Concerns may arise regarding continuity in leadership, given Bahl's transition into a key role.

NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Latham, The Pool Company (“Latham” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: SWIM), the largest designer, manufacturer, and marketer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand, today announced the appointment of Sanjeev Bahl as Chief Operating Officer, effective January 24, 2022. In this role, Bahl will lead Latham’s Global operations organization, overseeing all manufacturing, supply chain, EHS, quality, and engineering.

“We are thrilled to have Sanjeev join our executive team," said Scott Rajeski, President and CEO of Latham, The Pool Company. “Sanjeev has a strong track record of enhancing operational performance and delivering on supply chain and manufacturing goals at large, global organizations. He is the ideal candidate to lead our talented operations organization as we continue to reinvest in our business and expand our capacity to support our long-term growth.”

Bahl is an accomplished operations executive with more than 20 years of experience in global supply chain and procurement. Prior to joining Latham, Bahl most recently served as Vice President of Global Operations at Newell Brands, where he was responsible for all aspects of multi-site global operations including manufacturing, distribution, transportation, procurement, customer service, inventory management, complexity reduction and manufacturing, and sourcing finishing goods and supplier quality. Bahl started his career as a consulting engineer at SPECS where he designed electrical systems for chemical processing plant projects and has since then served in leadership roles across a variety of companies including Carrier Corporation, Pratt and Whitney, Stanley Black & Decker and more.

Commenting on his appointment, Bahl said, “I am thrilled to be joining the Latham team at such an exciting time for the business. Scott has built an incredible team with a strong focus on people, safety, product quality and exceptional customer experiences, and I look forward to leveraging my expertise in operations and supply chain management to build upon Latham’s strong foundation and support the continued growth of the business.”

About Latham, The Pool Company

Latham, The Pool Company, headquartered in Latham, NY, is the largest designer, manufacturer, and marketer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand. Latham has a coast-to-coast operations platform consisting of over 2,000 employees across over 30 facilities.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Operating Officer of Latham, The Pool Company?

Sanjeev Bahl has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of Latham, effective January 24, 2022.

What experience does Sanjeev Bahl bring to Latham?

Sanjeev Bahl has over 20 years of experience in global supply chain and operations management, previously serving as Vice President of Global Operations at Newell Brands.

What are the expectations for Bahl's role at Latham?

Bahl is expected to enhance operational performance and support Latham's long-term growth initiatives.

When did Sanjeev Bahl start his position at Latham?

Sanjeev Bahl will start his position as COO on January 24, 2022.

How many employees does Latham have?

Latham, The Pool Company has over 2,000 employees across more than 30 facilities.