Veteran HR executive brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in culture
transformation, talent development and organizational growth
FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AZZ Inc. (NYSE: AZZ), the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions in North America, today announced the appointment of Rhonda Davenport as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective August 3, 2026.
In this role, Davenport will lead AZZ’s human resources strategy, including talent acquisition, leadership development, employee engagement, total rewards, organizational effectiveness, succession planning and culture initiatives across the Company’s operations.
“We are pleased to welcome Rhonda to AZZ’s executive leadership team,” said Tom Ferguson, President and Chief Executive Officer of AZZ Inc. “Rhonda is a proven human resources leader with deep experience building high-performing teams, strengthening culture and aligning people strategies with business objectives. Her track record of driving measurable results in complex, multi-site organizations will be valuable as AZZ continues to grow and execute our strategic priorities.”
Davenport brings more than 20 years of progressive human resources leadership experience across financial services, technology, consumer services and nonprofit organizations, including multi-site, multi-state and international environments. Most recently, she served as Chief People Officer for Cain Watters & Associates, where she led end-to-end human resources for the organization, provided HR oversight for portfolio companies and a nonprofit organization, and built the HR function to support significant organizational growth.
Throughout her career, Davenport has led initiatives focused on culture transformation, executive recruiting, employee engagement, leadership development, benefits optimization, learning and development, workforce planning, policy governance and HR technology. Her experience also includes senior HR leadership roles with Unisys Corporation, Speed Commerce, Sirius XM, Freeman Company, Kohl’s Department Stores, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
“I am honored to join AZZ at an exciting time in the Company’s growth,” said Davenport. “AZZ’s commitment to its employees, customers and shareholders is clear, and I look forward to partnering with the leadership team to continue advancing a strong, inclusive and performance-driven culture.”
Davenport earned a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Human Resource Development and a minor in Business from Texas A&M University. She also holds PHR certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute and SHRM-CP certification from the Society for Human Resource Management.
About AZZ Inc.
Founded in 1956, AZZ Inc. is the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions to a broad range of end-markets in North America. Collectively, AZZ’s business segments provide sustainable, unmatched metal coating solutions that enhance the longevity and appearance of buildings, products and infrastructure that are essential to everyday life.
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Company Contact:
David Nark, Chief Marketing, Communications, and Investor Relations Officer
AZZ Inc.
(817) 810-0095
www.azz.com
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