Genuine Parts announced on January 15, 2026 that Paul D. Donahue, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, will retire from the Board effective at the end of his term at the company's 2026 annual meeting of shareholders.

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   Genuine Parts announced on January 15, 2026 that Paul D. Donahue, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, will retire from the Board effective at the end of his term at the company's 2026 annual meeting of shareholders.

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   The company said the Board appointed Will Stengel, President and Chief Executive Officer, to the additional position of Chairman of the Board, effective upon Mr. Donahue's retirement.

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   Upon Mr. Donahue's retirement, Mr. Stengel will assume the combined position of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company explained that the combined roles promote unified leadership and direction for the company.

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   Genuine Parts said Mr. Stengel has served as a member of the Board and as President and Chief Executive Officer since June 2024, previously served as President from January 2021 to January 2023, and the lead independent director noted that Mr. Donahue has served the company with distinction for more than two decades.

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