RPM INTERNATIONAL Business Summary

RPM International Inc. (RPM) is a global leader in the specialty chemicals sector, generating revenue through the production and sale of high-performance coatings, sealants, and building materials for industrial and consumer markets. Following a strategic reorganization in June 2025, the company operates through three primary segments: the Construction Products Group (CPG), providing roofing and waterproofing solutions; the Performance Coatings Group (PCG), focused on industrial flooring and corrosion control; and the Consumer Group, which houses market-leading DIY brands like Rust-Oleum and DAP. RPM differentiates itself by deriving approximately 60% of its revenue from the relatively recession-resistant repair and maintenance market, providing a stable hedge against the cyclicality of new construction. Its primary competitors include Sherwin-Williams, PPG Industries, AkzoNobel, and H.B. Fuller, against whom RPM maintains a competitive edge in specialized niche applications and North American retail market share. The company was founded in 1947 by Frank C. Sullivan and is currently led by his grandson, Frank C. Sullivan, who serves as Chairman and CEO with a tenure dating back to 2002. The senior leadership team was further strengthened in January 2026 with the election of David C. Dennsteadt as Executive Vice President to oversee corporate administration, finance, and operations, working alongside Vice President and CFO Russell L. Gordon. Other key executives include Tracy D. Crandall, Vice President and General Counsel, and Timothy R. Kinser, Vice President of Operations. RPM’s governance is supported by a high-pedigree Board of Directors, which includes notable figures such as Lead Independent Director Robert A. Livingston (former CEO of Dover Corporation), Elizabeth F. Whited (President of Union Pacific), and retired U.S. Air Force General Ellen M. Pawlikowski.