Retired president and CEO of Xylem to bring valuable insights and expertise to the CRH board
CRH, the leading global provider of building materials, have today announced the election of Patrick Decker to their board of directors, effective 1 October 2025.
Mr Decker is the retired president and chief executive officer (CEO) of global water technology and solutions providers Xylem Inc., having served in these roles from March 2014 to December 2023. Prior to leading Xylem, he served as president and CEO of Harsco Corporation, a global industrial products and services company, from 2012 until 2014.
Previously, he served in various leadership roles at Tyco from 2003 until 2012, including as president of Tyco Flow Control, a global provider of industrial solutions to the energy and water sectors.
Before joining Tyco, Mr Decker spent 12 years with Bristol-Myers Squibb, holding various financial and operational roles, predominantly in their Latin America and Asia divisions. He started his career with Price Waterhouse.
‘We are delighted to welcome Patrick to our board of directors,’ said CRH chairman Richie Boucher. ‘With his extensive experience in leading global organizations and his deep understanding of the industrial and water technology sectors, Patrick brings invaluable insights and expertise to our team. His proven track record of driving innovation and achieving strategic goals will be instrumental as we continue to execute our vision and deliver value to our shareholders.’
Currently, Mr Decker serves on the board of Johnson Controls International, a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. He also serves on the board of Mass Eye and Ear, a Harvard medical teaching hospital and the world’s largest hearing and vision research centre.
