MSC Industrial Supply Co. Appoints Rob Aarnes as Independent Member of Board of Directors MSC Industrial Supply Co., a leading distributor of industrial tools and supplies, has announced the election of Rob Aarnes to its Board of Directors as an independent member. Aarnes brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having previously held executive positions in various industries. In his new role, Aarnes will work closely with the company’s leadership team to provide strategic guidance and oversight on key business decisions. His appointment reflects MSC Industrial Supply Co.’s commitment to maintaining a diverse and talented board of directors. “We are thrilled to welcome Rob Aarnes to our board,” said Erik Gershwind, CEO of MSC Industrial Supply Co. “His extensive background in executive leadership and industry knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to drive growth and innovation in the industrial supply sector.” Aarnes expressed his excitement about joining the board, stating, “I am honored to have the opportunity to work with the talented team at MSC Industrial Supply Co. I look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success and helping shape its strategic direction in the years to come.” The appointment of Rob Aarnes as an independent member of the Board of Directors underscores MSC Industrial Supply Co.’s ongoing commitment to excellence and governance. With Aarnes on board, the company is well-positioned to navigate the ever-evolving industrial landscape and drive sustainable growth for the benefit of its customers, employees, and stakeholders.
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MSC Industrial Supply Co. Appoints Rob Aarnes as Independent Member of Board of Directors

MSC Industrial Supply Co., a leading distributor of industrial tools and supplies, has announced the election of Rob Aarnes to its Board of Directors as an independent member. Aarnes brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having previously held executive positions in various industries.

In his new role, Aarnes will work closely with the company’s leadership team to provide strategic guidance and oversight on key business decisions. His appointment reflects MSC Industrial Supply Co.’s commitment to maintaining a diverse and talented board of directors.

“We are thrilled to welcome Rob Aarnes to our board,” said Erik Gershwind, CEO of MSC Industrial Supply Co. “His extensive background in executive leadership and industry knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to drive growth and innovation in the industrial supply sector.”

Aarnes expressed his excitement about joining the board, stating, “I am honored to have the opportunity to work with the talented team at MSC Industrial Supply Co. I look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success and helping shape its strategic direction in the years to come.”

The appointment of Rob Aarnes as an independent member of the Board of Directors underscores MSC Industrial Supply Co.’s ongoing commitment to excellence and governance. With Aarnes on board, the company is well-positioned to navigate the ever-evolving industrial landscape and drive sustainable growth for the benefit of its customers, employees, and stakeholders.

MSC Industrial Supply Co. (NYSE: MSM) Adds Rob Aarnes to Board of Directors

MELVILLE, N.Y. and DAVIDSON, N.C., Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MSC Industrial Supply Co., a premier distributor of Metalworking and Upkeep, Restore and Operations solutions, has announced the appointment of Rob Aarnes to its Board of Directors.

“We are thrilled to have Rob join our Board of Directors,” said Chairman of the Board, Mitchell Jacobson. “The addition of an independent member to our board strengthens MSC’s corporate governance profile and represents another beneficial change from the reclassification agreement with our shareholders. Rob brings a wealth of experience in operations management and a strong track record of driving profitable growth across various C-level roles at public and private companies. With his experience at ADI Global Distribution (“ADI”), which serves different end markets but has a distribution business model like ours, Rob will bring a fresh perspective and valuable insights to MSC as we work toward achieving our full potential and creating value for shareholders.”

Mr. Aarnes has been President of ADI, a $4.6B international wholesale distributor of business and home safety, date protection and audio-visual merchandise, and a prominent supplier of smart-living products and services, and tool, since 2017. ADI is among the two industry sections of Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI), a $7.3B prominent international manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions that deliver home comfort, security, date protection, and energy efficiency for consumers and homeowners. Before joining ADI, he held various senior management roles within private equity, specialty retail and big box consumer electronics retail companies ranging from several hundred million to multi-billion dollar revenue volumes.

Mr. Aarnes graduated from the United States Naval Academy and then served as a Supply Officer in the U.S. Army, focusing on international supply chain logistics and contracting services. Mr. Aarnes earned an MBA from San Diego State University.

About MSC Industrial Supply Co.
MSC Industrial Supply Co. (NYSE: MSM) is a leading North American distributor of a wide range of