John Morikis, age 62, served as the Executive Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Sherwin-Williams Company from 2016 to 2024. He joined Sherwin-Williams in 1984 as a management trainee in the Paint Stores Group. Over the next four decades, he advanced through key leadership roles, including Division President and Group President. From 2006 to 2016, Mr. Morikis served as President and Chief Operating Officer.
As CEO, Mr. Morikis led Sherwin-Williams through a strategic transformation that strengthened its market leadership and positioned the company for long-term success. He spearheaded a company-wide overhaul to differentiate Sherwin-Williams from industry commoditization by emphasizing world class talent, breakthrough innovation, customer-driven solutions, and a focus on value-added products and services. Under his leadership, the company expanded its global presence to 123 countries, optimized its supply chain, and invested in technology to enhance the customer experience and operational efficiency.
Mr. Morikis currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of United Parcel Service, Inc., General Mills, Inc. and Whirlpool Corporation and as Chairman of the Board of Directors for University Hospitals Health System, Inc.
Skills and qualifications
- Expertise in executive and operational leadership relevant to global industry
- Insight and extensive experience in global expansion, business management, strategic planning and transformation, finance, supply chain optimization and product innovation
- Successfully led technology advancements to enhance the customer experience and drive operational efficiency
Current committees
- Member, Audit
- Member, Compensation & Benefits
Recent past public board service
- The Sherwin-Williams Company (2016–2024)
- Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. (2011–2024)
As of September 8, 2025