John M. Ballbach joins Board of Directors at Waters Corp

Waters Corporation has announced the appointment of John M. Ballbach to its Board of Directors, effective October 5, 2021. Ballbach currently serves on the Board of RPM International, Inc., a leader in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. Waters also announced the retirement of Dr Michael J. Berendt from its Board of Directors. Ballbach is also the former chairman and chief executive officer of VWR International, LLC, a global leader in laboratory supply and distribution. With leadership experience in the chemicals and coatings industries, Ballbach was an independent director for Valspar from 2012–2017, when the company merged with Sherwin-Williams. In addition, Ballbach is a former corporate officer of Valspar, having served as president and the chief operating officer from 2002– 2004 and in various senior management positions since 1990.