Rinnai Promotes Perry McGuire to Senior VP, Expanding Leadership Across Legal and People Strategy

The move brings together regulatory strategy and workforce development at a time when contractors and manufacturers are navigating evolving codes, energy policies and labor challenges.

Expanded Role Aligns Policy, Workforce and Growth Strategy

McGuire will continue to lead Rinnai’s legal and government affairs efforts while now overseeing People & Culture, with a focus on talent development, organizational alignment and employee engagement.

For contractors, that alignment can influence everything from product availability and compliance to workforce support and training initiatives across the industry.

“Perry is a strong, strategic leader who has helped guide Rinnai through complex legal and policy issues while supporting our continued growth,” said Frank Windsor, President of Rinnai America Corporation. “His leadership in protecting consumer choice and advancing our business makes him a natural fit for this expanded role as we continue our commitment to sustainable technology that creates a healthier way of living for all.”

Advocacy Efforts Support Consumer Choice and Product Access

Since joining Rinnai in 2020 as Vice President and General Counsel, McGuire has played a key role in strengthening the company’s legal and compliance framework while supporting growth initiatives across North America.

A registered lobbyist, he has also led efforts to advocate for legislation that preserves consumer choice, particularly around access to a range of fuel types and water heating solutions. Those efforts directly impact contractors working across varying regional regulations and energy policies.

Leadership Experience Spans Legal, Government and Business Strategy

McGuire brings more than 20 years of experience across corporate law, government affairs and executive leadership. Prior to joining Rinnai, he was a partner at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP, where he focused on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and governmental affairs.

He also previously served as a corporate attorney for Chick-fil-A Inc. and as a state senator in Georgia, bringing a policy perspective that supports Rinnai’s engagement at the federal, state and local levels.

“I’m honored to take on this expanded role and continue building on the strong foundation we’ve established,” said McGuire. “Rinnai’s commitment to innovation, balanced energy policy and its people sets it apart, and I look forward to advancing our leadership across the industry.”

Leadership Move Supports Next Phase of Growth

The promotion reflects Rinnai’s focus on integrating policy, compliance and workforce strategy as the company continues to expand its presence in water heating and home comfort solutions.

For contractors, the combined leadership structure signals continued advocacy on regulatory issues alongside investment in people and organizational growth.

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