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David S. Regnery

Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer at Trane Technologies
Board
Since July 1, 2021
Age
62 years
Tenure
Joined TT on 08-05-2017 and has held multiple leadership roles including Executive Vice President from 09-2017 to 12-2019, President and Chief Operating Officer from 01-2020 to 06-2021, and currently serves as Chief Executive Officer since 07-01-2021 while also acting as Chair of the Board since 01-01-2022.

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Christopher J. Kuehn
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Donald E. Simmons
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Elizabeth Elwell
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer

About

At 62 years old as of February 6, 2025, this executive has dedicated his entire career to advancing the mission of TT, showcasing a steadfast commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Having joined the company on 08-05-2017, he quickly ascended through several pivotal roles, beginning as Executive Vice President from September 2017 to December 2019, then moving on to serve as President and Chief Operating Officer from January 2020 to June 2021.

Since 07-01-2021, he has been leading TT as the Chief Executive Officer, and his appointment as Chair of the Board came on January 1, 2022. His tenure is marked by strategic decisions and bold leadership that have significantly shaped the company’s focus on climate solutions and high-efficiency technologies.

Beyond his primary roles at TT, his participation in global initiatives such as the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders for the World Economic Forum underlines a broader dedication to sustainable business practices and climate responsibility.

$TT Performance Under David S. Regnery

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Trane TechnologiesPresident and Chief Operating OfficerJanuary 2020 to June 2021Had direct responsibility for the company's three regional reportable segments, including Commercial HVAC and Transport Refrigeration.
Trane TechnologiesPresident of the Commercial HVAC BusinessN/ALed the launch of the company's EcoWise™ portfolio of products, emphasizing high-efficiency operation and low-GWP refrigerants.
Trane TechnologiesVarious Leadership RolesN/AHeld multiple leadership roles throughout his career, contributing to expertise in climate solutions and sustainability strategies.

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmount ($)Payment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary1,362,500Annually (2023)Annualized as of 12/31/2023: 1,400,000; Actual paid: 1,362,500
All Other Compensation584,762Paid in 2023Breakdown: Company Contributions: 351,350, Tax Assistance: 107,305, Personal Use of Aircraft: 85,050, Life Insurance/LTD: 11,108, Executive Health Program: 4,773, Financial Planning: 8,613, Other Benefits: 16,563

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Performance Share Units (PSUs)

AttributeValueAdditional Details
Performance MetricsCROIC (50%), TSR (50%)Measured relative to the S&P 500 Industrials Index
Threshold/Target/MaxBelow 25th: 0%, 25th: 25%, 50th: 100%, 75th+: 200%Interpolation applies between percentiles
Grant DateFeb 7, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value6,612,147
Units GrantedTarget: 31,865, Maximum: 63,730
Vesting Schedule3-year performance period (2023-2025)

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

AttributeValueAdditional Details
Grant DateFeb 7, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value2,875,110
Units Granted15,933
Vesting Schedule3 equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary

Stock Options

AttributeValueAdditional Details
Grant DateFeb 7, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value2,875,006
Units Granted60,021
Exercise Price180.45 per share
Vesting Schedule3 equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary
Expiration DateFeb 6, 203310-year term from grant

Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation (AIM Program)

AttributeValueAdditional Details
Award Amount (2023)4,059,149Actual AIM award for 2023
Threshold672,000
Target2,240,000
Maximum4,480,000
AIM Financial Score151.01%
AIM Achievement181.21%