Core & Main adds Robert Buck to its Board as Independent Director

– USA, MO –  Core & Main, Inc. (NYSE: CNM), a leading specialized distributor of water, wastewater, storm drainage, fire protection products, and related services, today announced the election of Robert Buck to its board as an Independent Director.

“Robert has a strong track record of growing an industrial business both organically and through strategic acquisitions. He also aligns with Core & Main’s belief that industry expertise is foundational to forging strong customer relationships and providing a competitive edge,” said Board chairman, Jim Berges.

said Steve LeClair, CEO, added, “Core & Main serves customers in municipal, residential and non-residential construction, so we see a great benefit in having Robert’s deep understanding of specialty distribution. TopBuild’s model is similar to ours, where we can capitalize on our national scale and size with a commitment to local market presence and expertise. With Robert’s added insight, we can further position our business for growth and success.”

About Robert M. Buck

Robert Buck is president, CEO, and a member of the board of directors of TopBuild, a leading installer and specialty distributor of insulation and building material products to the North American construction industry.

Robert Buck was named TopBuild’s president and CEO in 2021. He served as president and COO following the Florida-based company’s spin-off from Masco in 2015. At Masco, he served as group VP and was responsible for the Installation and Other Services Segment, which comprised Masco Contractor Services and Service Partners, LLC. Buck began his career with Masco in 1997 at Liberty Hardware, where he held leadership roles in domestic and international operations. He became EVP in 2005 and helped lead the merger of another Masco company with Liberty Hardware before his promotion to the office of president in 2007.

“Joining Core & Main’s board of directors is an honor. I look forward to leveraging my extensive experience in distribution and M&A to enhance further the Company’s strategic vision and long-term growth opportunities,” said Buck.

Robert Buck earned an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading specialized distributor of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products, and related services, to municipalities, private water companies, and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets nationwide. With approximately 300 locations, the company provides its customers with local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 4,100 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and sustainable infrastructure.

For more information: https://coreandmain.com/

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