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Aaron Erter

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at James Hardie Industries
Board
Since September 1, 2022
Age
51 years
Education
Holds a bachelor's degree in economics from The University of Pennsylvania Wharton School and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Notre Dame.
Tenure
Joined as Chief Executive Officer at JHX on September 1, 2022, and has led the organization since his appointment.

Also at James Hardie Industries

FM
Farhaj Majeed
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
JJI
James Johnson II
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
JL
Joe Liu
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

About

Aaron Erter currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of James Hardie Industries (JHX), having been appointed on September 1, 2022.

At 51 years old as of April 30, 2025, he holds a strong educational background with a bachelor's degree in economics from The University of Pennsylvania Wharton School and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.

Bringing over 25 years of experience in the consumer and industrial sectors, he has led leadership roles at prominent companies such as PLZ Corp, Sherwin-Williams, Valspar, and Stanley Black & Decker, and he also serves on several boards. His diverse experience and strategic focus have been instrumental in driving the growth and operational excellence of JHX.

$JHX Performance Under Aaron Erter

Past Roles

Organization Role Date RangeDetails
PLZ Corp CEO N/ALeader in specialty liquid and aerosol manufacturing
Sherwin-Williams Global President for Consumer and Industrial Businesses N/AN/A
Valspar Senior Vice President and General Manager of North America Consumer Products N/AN/A
Stanley Black & Decker Various Leadership Positions N/AManaged sales and marketing for Black & Decker and DEWALT brands (15 years)

External Roles

Organization Role Date RangeDetails
Ball Corporation Board of Directors N/AN/A
Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors N/AN/A
Pro Football Hall of Fame National Advisory Board Member N/AN/A
Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies Member N/AN/A
First Tee Member N/AN/A