Mohawk Industries Inc. (NYSE: MHK) announced that Paul F. De Cock, the company's President and Chief Operating Officer, will become Chief Executive Officer on September 30, 2026. De Cock will succeed Jeffrey S. Lorberbaum, who will retire from the CEO position after 25 years in the role.

Lorberbaum will continue serving as Chairman of the Board of Directors following his retirement as CEO. He has held the chairman position since May 2004 and became CEO in January 2001.

De Cock joined Mohawk through the company's acquisition of Unilin in 2005 and has held senior leadership roles across multiple product categories including laminate, wood, LVT and carpet. The company appointed him President and Chief Operating Officer in February 2025 as part of its succession planning process.

"It has been an honor and a privilege to lead Mohawk for the past 25 years, and I'm incredibly proud of what the team has accomplished over this time," Lorberbaum said in a statement. "I know that I will leave the Company in good hands under Paul's leadership."

John M. Engquist, Lead Independent Director, said De Cock "has the deep respect of the Company's senior leadership team, a comprehensive knowledge of the flooring industry and is greatly admired by Mohawk's employees worldwide."

During Lorberbaum's tenure, Mohawk expanded through acquisitions and investments to become what the company describes as the world's largest flooring manufacturer. The Calhoun, Georgia-based company operates manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, Europe, South America and Oceania, producing ceramic tile, carpet, laminate, wood, vinyl and hybrid flooring products.