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POOL CORP — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from POOL CORP's SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Peter D. Arvan resigned as President and Chief Executive Officer at POOL CORP.

“the Company and Peter D. Arvan mutually agreed that Mr. Arvan will cease to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 4, 2026.”

David G. Whalen was named as lead independent director at POOL CORP.

“David G. Whalen will serve as lead independent director in the interim and receive a monthly fee of $5,000 for the period he serves in such role”

John E. Stokely was appointed as Executive Chair at POOL CORP.

“Additionally, the Board appointed John E. Stokely, Chair of the Board, as Executive Chair effective on May 4, 2026.”

John B. Watwood was appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer at POOL CORP.

“The Board has appointed John B. Watwood as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective as of the Transition Effective Time.”

Peter D. Arvan resigned as Director at POOL CORP.

“Mr. Arvan will also resign as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective at the Transition Effective Time.”

Peter D. Arvan departed as President and Chief Executive Officer at POOL CORP.

“On May 4, 2026, Pool Corporation (the “Company”), a Delaware corporation, and Peter D. Arvan mutually agreed that Mr. Arvan will cease to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 4, 2026”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported first quarter of 2026 results: revenue $1.1 billion, net income $53.2 million, EPS $1.45. Guidance reaffirmed.

“Net sales increased 6% to $1.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026. Our growth during the quarter was driven by solid demand for maintenance products, strong equipment sales and some continued improvement in discretionary categories, including building materials. Year-over-year sales growth benefited from price increases enacted last year and a combined contribution of approximately 1% from a higher concentration of customer early buys and favorable currency exchange rates. Gross profit increased $17.5 million. Gross margin decreased 20 basis points to 29.0% from 29.2% in the same period of 2025, driven by product mix with a higher proportion of equipment sales in the first quarter of 2026. Additionally, consistent with normal seasonal patterns in the first quarter, gross margin in the first quarter of 2026 was impacted by a higher proportion of customer early buy purchases, which typically yield lower margins relative to our overall sales mix. Benefits from our ongoing pricing and su”
Debt Financings

POOL CORP amended term loan of $90.0 million with Bank of America, N.A. at one-month Term SOFR plus applicable margin maturing September 30, 2029.

“loan on the last business day of each quarter beginning in the third quarter of 2027 with the final principal repayment due on the maturity date. At July 10, 2025, there was $90.0 million outstanding under the Term Agreement. The Company is obligated to pay certain customary fees to the lenders and agents under the Amended Agreement and the Term Agreement. In the”
Debt Financings

POOL CORP amended term loan of $500.0 million with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association at one-month Term SOFR plus applicable margin maturing September 30, 2029.

“The Amended Agreement amends and restates the terms of the Company’s predecessor credit agreement principally by refinancing the existing $500.0 million term loan, extending the term loan maturity date from September 26, 2026 to September 30, 2029 and removing the term securing overnight financing rate (“Term SOFR”) adjustment of 0.10%.”

Kristopher R. Neff departed as Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development at POOL CORP.

“On February 18, 2025, Kristopher R. Neff departed from Pool Corporation (the “Company”) and his position as Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development effective on that date.”

Kevin M. Murphy was appointed as Director at POOL CORP.

“On June 3, 2024, the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the Board) increased the size of the Board from eight to nine members and appointed Kevin M. Murphy to serve as a director upon recommendation of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported first quarter of 2024 results: revenue $1.1 billion, net income $78.9 million, EPS $2.04. Guidance reaffirmed.

“2 pool-q12024xer.htm POOL Q1 2024 EARNINGS RELEASE Document Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS Highlights • Net sales of $1.1 billion exceeded $1.0 billion in the first quarter for the fourth consecutive year • Operating income of $108.7 million with a solid operating margin of 9.7% • Net cash provided by”

Robert C. Sledd departed as director at POOL CORP.

“On February 27, 2024, Robert C. Sledd informed the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the “Company”) that he will retire as director at the end of his current term in connection with the Company’s 2024 annual meeting of shareholders.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported 2024 results: EPS $13.10 - $14.10. Guidance initiated.

“2024 diluted EPS guidance range of $13.10 - $14.10, including an estimated $0.10 tax benefit”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023 results: revenue $1.0 billion. Guidance initiated.

“Net sales decreased 8% to $1.0 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $1.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported Year ended December 31, 2023 results: revenue $5.5 billion, net income $523.2 million, EPS $13.35 per diluted share. Guidance initiated.

“Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS YEAR END AND FOURTH QUARTER 2023 RESULTS; PROVIDES 2024 EARNINGS GUIDANCE Highlights include: • Annual net sales of $5.5 billion, our second highest in company history • Operating income of $746.6 million and operating margin of 13.5%, a 280 bps improvement from 2019 • Record net cash provided by”
Governance Changes

POOL CORP: On October 25, 2023, the Board amended and restated the By-laws to update procedural requirements for director nominations under Rule 14a-19, modify stockholder meeting postponement/adjournment provisions, and effect other ministerial changes (effective 2023-10-25).

“On October 25, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Pool Corporation (the “Company”) amended and restated the Company’s By-laws (the “Amended By-laws”), effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported third quarter ended September 30, 2023 results: revenue $1.5 billion, net income $137.8 million, EPS $3.51.

“Q3 2023 EARNINGS RELEASE Document Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS AND NARROWS 2023 EARNINGS GUIDANCE Highlights • Net sales of $1.5 billion; our second highest third quarter in company history • Operating income of $194.4 million and operating margin of 13.2% • Q3 2023 diluted EPS of $3.51 or $3.50 without tax”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 results: revenue $1.9 billion, net income $232.3 million, EPS $5.91.

“Net sales of $1.9 billion; our second largest revenue quarter in company history • Operating income of $327.0 million and operating margin of 17.6% • Q2 2023 diluted EPS of $5.91 or $5.89 without tax benefits”
Debt Financings

POOL CORP amended term loan at updated the index used for the Base Rate (as further defined within the Term Fac.

“The Term Facility Amendment updated the index used for the Base Rate (as further defined within the Term Facility Amendment) from the London Interbank Offered Rate Market Index Rate to the Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate Index Rate.”
Debt Financings

POOL CORP amended credit facility of increased the maximum amount ... from $350,000,000 to $500,000,000 at updated the index used for the Base Rate ... from the London Interbank Offered R.

“The Credit Facility Amendment updated the index used for the Base Rate (as further defined within the Credit Facility Amendment) from the London Interbank Offered Rate Market Index Rate to the Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate Index Rate. The Credit Facility Amendment also increased the maximum amount for the Accounts Securitization (as further defined within the Credit Facility Amendment) from $350,000,000 to $500,000,000 and increased the Canadian Dollar Commitment, Euro Commitment and Swingline Commitment (all as further defined within the Credit Facility Amendment) to $50,000,000 each.”
Material Agreements

POOL CORP amended Second Amendment to Credit Agreement with Bank of America, N.A. as Lender (effective 2023-06-30).

“The Company also entered into the Second Amendment to Credit Agreement (the "Term Facility Amendment") on June 30, 2023, by and among Pool Corporation as Borrower, the Guarantors party thereto and Bank of America, N.A. as Lender.”
Material Agreements

POOL CORP amended Second Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent, and certain other lenders party thereto (effective 2023-06-30).

“On June 30, 2023, Pool Corporation (the "Company") entered into the Second Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Credit Facility Amendment") by and among Pool Corporation as U.S. Borrower, SCP Distributors Canada Inc. as Canadian Borrower, SCP International, Inc. as Euro Borrower, the Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent, and certain other lenders party thereto.”
Shareholder Votes

POOL CORP shareholders approved Advisory vote on frequency of future say-on-pay votes at the 2023-05-03 meeting.

“Stockholders approved, on an advisory and non-binding basis, holding the future say-on-pay votes every year (the frequency vote).”
Shareholder Votes

POOL CORP shareholders approved Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation at the 2023-05-03 meeting.

“Stockholders approved, on an advisory and non-binding basis, the compensation of the company's named executive officers (the say-on-pay vote).”
Shareholder Votes

POOL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 at the 2023-05-03 meeting.

“Stockholders ratified the retention of Ernst & Young LLP, certified public accountants, as the independent registered public accounting firm of the company for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.”
Shareholder Votes

POOL CORP shareholders approved Election of nine directors to serve a one-year term at the 2023-05-03 meeting.

“Stockholders elected nine directors to serve a one-year term or until their successors are elected and qualified.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported the first quarter of 2023 results: revenue $1.2 billion, net income $101.7 million, EPS $2.58. Guidance reaffirmed.

“Q1 2023 EARNINGS RELEASE Document Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS AND UPDATES 2023 EARNINGS GUIDANCE Highlights • Net sales of $1.2 billion exceeded $1.0 billion in the first quarter for the third consecutive year • Operating income of $145.8 million with a seasonally strong operating margin of 12.1% • Q1 2023”

Melanie Housey Hart changed role as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at POOL CORP.

“The designation of principal accounting officer transitions from Melanie Housey Hart, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), who has served as principal accounting officer since 2008 and as CAO from 2008 until her appointment as CFO in 2021.”

Walker F. Saik was appointed as Chief Accounting Officer at POOL CORP.

“appointed Walker F. Saik as Chief Accounting Officer ("CAO") and designated Mr. Saik as the Company's principal accounting officer, effective March 1, 2023.”

Harlan F. Seymour departed as Director at POOL CORP.

“On February 22, 2023, Timothy M. Graven and Harlan F. Seymour informed the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the “Company”) that they will retire as directors at the end of their current terms in connection with the Company’s 2023 annual meeting of shareholders.”

Timothy M. Graven departed as Director at POOL CORP.

“On February 22, 2023, Timothy M. Graven and Harlan F. Seymour informed the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the “Company”) that they will retire as directors at the end of their current terms in connection with the Company’s 2023 annual meeting of shareholders.”
Earnings Releases

POOL CORP reported year ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $6.2 billion, net income $748.5 million, EPS $18.70 per diluted share. Guidance initiated.

“99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS YEAR END AND FOURTH QUARTER 2022 RESULTS; PROVIDES 2023 EARNINGS GUIDANCE Highlights include: • Record annual net sales of $6.2 billion, up 17% from 2021 • Operating income of $1.0 billion, up 23% from 2021 with a 90 bps improvement in operating margin • Record 2022 diluted EPS of $18.70, an increase of 17% over”
Debt Financings

POOL CORP amended debt of $350,000,000 with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association; Truist Bank; Bank of America, N.A. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent at TSIR plus an applicable margin of 0.75% maturing November 1, 2024.

“to extend the facility termination date to November 1, 2024 and increase the facility limit during certain months (while maintaining the maximum facility limit of $350,000,000).”
Material Agreements

POOL CORP amended Amendment No. 12 to the Receivables Purchase Agreement with Superior Commerce LLC, SCP Distributors LLC, the purchasers from time to time party thereto, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association; Truist Bank; Bank of America, N.A. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent valued at $350,000,000 (effective 2022-11-01).

“On November 1, 2022, Pool Corporation (the “Company”) and certain of its subsidiaries entered into Amendment No. 12 to the Receivables Purchase Agreement between Superior Commerce LLC (the “Securitization Subsidiary”), as Seller, SCP Distributors LLC, as the Servicer, the purchasers from time to time party thereto (the “Purchasers”), Wells Fargo Bank, National Association; Truist Bank; Bank of America, N.A. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent (as amended, the “Amended Receivables Purchase Agreement”) to extend the facility termination date to November 1, 2024 and increase the facility limit during certain months (while maintaining the maximum facility limit of $350,000,000).”

James D. Hope was appointed as Director at POOL CORP.

“On October 10, 2022, the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the Board) appointed James “ Jim ” D. Hope to serve as a director”

Jeffrey M. Clay resigned as President of Horizon Distributors, Inc. at POOL CORP.

“On October 9, 2022, Jeffrey M. Clay notified Pool Corporation (the “Company”) of his intention to resign from his position as President of Horizon Distributors, Inc.”

Carlos A. Sabater was appointed as Director at POOL CORP.

“On July 5, 2022, the Board of Directors of Pool Corporation (the Board) increased the size of the Board from nine to ten members and appointed Carlos A. Sabater to serve as a director upon recommendation of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.”

Melanie Housey Hart was appointed as Chief Financial Officer at POOL CORP.

“Melanie Housey Hart will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer effective August 9, 2021.”

Mark W. Joslin departed as Chief Financial Officer at POOL CORP.

“Mark W. Joslin will retire as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). On July 19, 2021 , Pool Corporation ("the Company") announced the effective date of August 9, 2021.”

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