Draft:Lennie Rhoades

Lennie Rhoades (26 May 1969 - Present), An American business executive with over 20 years of leadership in the industrial and consumer products sectors. Since 2022, he has served as the President of Fluidra North America, overseeing operations and aligning regional strategies with Fluidra’s global initiatives. Known for his focus on innovation, customer loyalty, and sustainable growth, Rhoades is recognised for his track record in guiding businesses to achieve growth and efficiency through strategic improvements.

Personal Life

Lennie Rhoades was born on May 26, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, where he also completed all his educational years, including college at The Ohio State University. He is married to Amy Rhoades, also an Ohio native, and together they have lived in various states across the U.S., reflecting a career and life of geographic mobility. Their journey has taken them from Ohio to states including Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia, and Kentucky, with a return to Georgia, where they currently reside. Their travels and relocations have paralleled Lennie’s dynamic professional path across multiple industries.

Career

Rhoades holds a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, which he completed in 1997. He also holds a Bachelors in Industrial and Systems Engineering from The Ohio State University. He has held influential roles across leading corporations, pushing the drive for going public, high ranking executive positions, and game changing innovations:

1. Fluidra - Serving as the President of Fluidra North America, Rhoades as been able to re-locate much of his team, incorporate new business initiatives and help further the drive of the pool industry.
2. Big Ass Fans - Rhoades served as CEO, where he drove growth through product innovation and improved financial performance with strategic operational efficiencies.
3. JELD-WEN - As Senior Vice President for the Doors division, he focused on growth and innovation in product offerings.
4. Husqvarna Group and Electrolux - His earlier roles included vice president and general manager in Husqvarna’s retail division, where he implemented strategic growth initiatives​ and the advancement and creation of new products.