ore & Main announced organizational changes to enhance customer value and accelerate company growth. Steve LeClair is the new CEO of the stand-alone entity, formerly HD Supply Waterworks. He will oversee the waterworks and fire protection businesses with over 246 branch locations and 3,000 associates across the country.

In other changes, Jack Schaller has been named president of the waterworks business; Brad Cowles was appointed chief operating officer of Core & Main and president of the fire protection business; and Laura Schneider was promoted to chief human resources officer, with additional responsibility for marketing, communication, and Total Rewards. Mark Witkowski, vice president and chief financial officer, will assume increased responsibility for the information technology department; and Mark Whittenburg, general counsel and secretary, will assume all legal, contractual, and compliance responsibilities.