A. O. Smith Corporation

We are proud to announce that the A. O. Smith Foundation has donated a total of $300,000 to two organizations in Milwaukee and Nashville in honor of our 150th anniversary! The Milwaukee Rescue Mission was presented with $150,000 to support its Cross Trainers Academy, a school dedicated to providing at-risk children with a well-rounded, Christian-based education. The foundation also donated $150,000 to the Community Resource Center, Middle Tennessee's Hygiene Hub in Nashville, which provides essential hygiene items to Middle Tennessee citizens during times of disaster and seasons of ongoing need. Our Chairman and CEO Kevin Wheeler stated, "It is an honor and a privilege to make these donations to organizations that positively impact our communities and improve the lives of those who live there."

Tuesday, July 9, 2024, is officially A. O. Smith Corporation Day throughout the City of Milwaukee! 
 Thank you to Cavalier Johnson, Mayor of the City of Milwaukee, for honoring the company’s 150th anniversary today.

Our Learn & Earn training series continues with another session tomorrow! With a grand prize of a Pit Boss 1100 Pellet Grill & Smoker w/ Wi-Fi, the session rewards you for learning about our new Adapt™ Tankless Water Heater!

As we continue our Moment in History series, we recognize A. O. Smith's longest-serving active employee Lily Bembenek! Over her 56 years with the company, Lily has worked in various departments and roles and is currently an executive assistant at our World Headquarters in Milwaukee, WI. Lily is as "Milwaukee" as A. O. Smith itself, and her positive energy is felt by everyone around her. There's a saying she shares when asked why she's dedicated her career to A. O. Smith: "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." Thank you for a wonderful 56 years, Lily!

As we continue our Moment in History series, we recognize A. O. Smith's longest-serving active employee Lily Bembenek! Over her 56 years with the company, Lily has worked in various departments and roles and is currently an executive assistant at our World Headquarters in Milwaukee, WI. Lily is as "Milwaukee" as A. O. Smith itself, and her positive energy is felt by everyone around her. There's a saying she shares when asked why she's dedicated her career to A. O. Smith: "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." Thank you for a wonderful 56 years, Lily!

This year marks a grand slam for A. O. Smith and the Milwaukee Business Journal Best Places to Work awards! We were one of 10 companies named in the large category. The survey indicates how favorably employees responded to questions on areas including feeling valued, team effectiveness, retention, alignment with goals, trust with co-workers and senior leaders, and managing effectiveness. Thank you, employees! We are honored to win this coveted award four years in a row! https://bit.ly/4cHYknJ

During last week's bell ringing at the New York Stock Exchange, our Chairman and CEO Kevin Wheeler joined Diane King Hall for an exclusive interview with Schwab Network. He talks about our 150th anniversary, how we're adapting to future regulatory changes, our investment in growing markets and more. Watch now: https://bit.ly/3xpKpDP

The annual Great Lakes Sustainable Growth Forum takes on Toronto June 25-27. Our ESG Director Noelle Brigham, P.E., ENV SP will be there to participate on a panel for Corporate Water Stewardship as it relates to the Great Lakes Region. The event will also feature discussions on sustainability research and solutions from leading experts. We hope to see you there! https://bit.ly/3ySu9LI

Our Chairman and CEO Kevin Wheeler was interviewed this week by the Milwaukee Business Journal. His one-on-one conversation with manufacturing reporter, Rich Kirchen, talks about some of the bigger transformations we're preparing for as a company, while highlighting our ability to adapt and thrive over the past 150 years. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gy_C2t_t

In honor of our 150th anniversary, members of our senior leadership team gathered at the NYSE this morning to ring the opening bell. The ceremony also included signing the distinguished guest book, "tagging the wall," and photos from the trading floor. Our Chairman and CEO Kevin Wheeler, who rang the bell, said, "We are humbled by this experience to acknowledge and celebrate 150 successful years."