About
John W. Norris, III has served as a director of Lennox International since 2001 and currently serves on the Board Governance Committee and the Compensation and Human Resources Committee.
He is the Founding Chairman of two philanthropic collaboratives, the Environmental Funders Network and Climate Change Funders Forum, both focused on strategically aligning resources to address climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in Maine. He contributes substantial experience and knowledge on climate risk and environmental issues, and provides organizational development insights from founding both non-profit and for-profit companies.
He holds a B.B.A. in Finance and Economics from Texas Christian University and an M.B.A. in Organizational Behavior and Strategy from the University of Michigan.
Roles
Lennox International Inc.
Class I Independent Director · Current role
2001–present
Environmental Funders Network and Climate Change Funders Forum
Founding Chairman · Two philanthropic collaboratives focused on climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in Maine.
2005 – present
Maine Network Partners
Co-founder · An organization supporting grassroots leaders and non-profit organizations in developing collaborative solutions.
2007 – 2021
Northern Forest Center
Program Officer - Rural Tourism Development
2006 – 2007
The Nature Conservancy, Maine Chapter
Associate Director of Philanthropy
2001 – 2005
Borealis, Inc.
Co-Founder and President · An outdoor products manufacturer.
1988 – 2000
Peace Corps
Small business development volunteer · Served in Jamaica.
1985 – 1987
Lennox Industries Inc.
Graduate School Intern · A subsidiary of the Company.
1983
Fort Worth National Bank
Senior Credit Analyst
1980 – 1982
External Roles
Camp Chippewa for Boys
Director (2019 – present) and Chair (2020 – present)
2019 – present
The Nature Conservancy, Maine Chapter
Trustee (2008 – 2018) and Chair (2016 – 2018)
2008 – 2018
Northern Forest Canoe Trail
Director
2013 – 2016
Maine Philanthropy Center
Director
2005 – 2011
Maine Wilderness Guides Organization
Director
2005 – 2011
Cape Elizabeth Education Foundation
Director
2006 – 2009
Center for Cultural Exchange
Director
2004 – 2005
Director Compensation
FY FY2025
Fees earned or paid in cash
$105,000
Also at Lennox International Inc.