Johns Manville, a prominent manufacturer of building and specialty products and a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, has announced the appointment of John Vasuta as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026. Vasuta, who joined the company in 2019 as President of the Engineered Products division, expressed his honor in taking on the CEO role, emphasizing his commitment to customers and employees. He succeeds Bob Wamboldt, who is retiring after a notable career that began in 2003, during which he led the company through significant milestones and was appointed CEO in 2020. Wamboldt praised Vasuta's leadership capabilities and expressed confidence in his ability to guide the company toward future successes. With a robust educational background, including a bachelor's degree in Engineering, an MBA, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Akron, Vasuta is well-equipped to lead Johns Manville, which has a rich history of 168 years and generates over $4 billion in annual sales. The company employs nearly 8,000 people across 43 locations in North America and Europe.