Flowserve Corp. recently
named Lars E. Rosene its first chief sustainability officer. Rosene also maintains his
current role leading global communications and public affairs.
As chief sustainability officer,
Rosene is responsible for driving the implementation and management of the
company’s sustainability and social responsibility efforts. He will continue to
report to Lewis Kling, Flowserve President and Chief Executive Officer.
“As a company that has
operations in more than 55 countries, our sustainability and social
responsibility efforts in support of our customers, employees and the
communities where they live are a top priority,” said Kling. “Lars’ commitment
to supporting these key initiatives including environmental impact, workplace
safety, recycling, energy efficiency and philanthropy initiatives, along with
his experience in external affairs and regulatory issues, make him the perfect
fit for this new role.”
Rosene has more than 13
years of internal and external communications, media and government relations,
and philanthropy experience. He came to Flowserve almost four years ago from
Citigroup where he served as vice president and director of communications and
public affairs. Prior to that, he served in leadership roles in communications,
public affairs and human resources at State Farm Insurance Companies.
“Flowserve has a long
history of bringing innovation to our industry and we will continue to apply
that same commitment and spirit to our global sustainability efforts,” said
Rosene. “A strong sustainable business approach is a key component of our
reputation and growth strategy, but more importantly, it is a fundamental
responsibility we have as a global leader in our industry.”