About
Michael W. Lamach has served on the PPG board since 2015 and is PPG's Independent Lead Director. He is the retired Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Trane Technologies plc.
During his career he led a number of businesses serving different end-use markets, including automotive components, controls, security systems and HVAC systems. As former Chairman and CEO of Trane Technologies and previously Ingersoll-Rand plc, he brings experience leading global companies that sell a diverse range of products to industrial and consumer customers, plus experience evaluating business portfolios and transforming businesses; his past service as Chair of the National Association of Manufacturers provides keen insight into challenges facing manufacturers.
Roles
Ppg Industries Inc.
Retired Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Trane Technologies plc; PPG Independent Lead Director · Current role
2015–present
Trane Technologies plc
Executive Chair (Jul 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021); Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (Feb 2020 to Jul 1, 2021)
2021
Ingersoll-Rand
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (2010-2020); President and Chief Executive Officer (Feb 2010-Jun 2010); President and Chief Operating Officer (Feb 2009-Feb 2010); President of Trane Commercial Systems (Jun 2008-Feb 2009); President of the Security Technologies Sector (Feb 2004-Jun 2008)
2004-2020
Johnson Controls
Various leadership positions
1987-2004
External Roles
Columbus McKinnon Corporation
Director
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Honeywell International Inc.
Director
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Nucor Corporation
Director
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Iron Mountain, Inc.
Director
2007-2015
National Association of Manufacturers
Former Chair of the Board
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Director Compensation
FY 2025
Committee chairperson fees
$40,000
All other compensation
$20,000
Also at Ppg Industries Inc.