Mueller Water Products Initiates CEO Succession Plan

Paul McAndrew Appointed Chief Executive Officer Effective February 9, 2026

Martie Edmunds Zakas to Retire as CEO After Accomplished 19-Year Career with Mueller

ATLANTA, Nov. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mueller Water Products, Inc. (NYSE: MWA) (“Mueller” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and solutions used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed President and Chief Operating Officer Paul McAndrew as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective as of the date of the annual shareholders meeting on February 9, 2026. Mr. McAndrew will succeed Martie Edmunds Zakas, who will retire as CEO and a member of the Board at that time. Mr. McAndrew has also been nominated by Mueller’s Board of Directors to join the Board. Ms. Zakas will serve as a Senior Advisor to the Company through December 31, 2026, to facilitate a smooth transition.

“Today’s announcement is a result of the Board’s thoughtful approach to succession planning, and we are pleased to welcome Paul as Mueller’s next CEO,” said Stephen Van Arsdell, Non-Executive Chair of Mueller’s Board. “Paul has been a key member of the management team for the last three years, including as President and COO. He has played a central role in improving our organization, its operations and our financial success. Paul has a deep understanding of our industry and culture, and he has developed strong employee and customer relationships. His ability to engage stakeholders at all levels has been instrumental in driving Mueller’s positive momentum.”

“On behalf of the Board and our entire organization, I extend our deep appreciation to Martie,” continued Van Arsdell. “Martie’s impact on our organization is evident in the exceptional leadership team she has built, and the strong results Mueller has achieved for its stakeholders under her leadership during these complex and challenging times. She has been instrumental in driving growth, shaping our culture and building shareholder value over the past two decades, culminating in her role as our CEO. She has played a key role in positioning Mueller for future success. I am pleased that Martie will work with us in an advisory capacity over the next year to support a smooth transition and build on the Company’s momentum.”