Kevin Ruppelt

As Senior Vice President and General Manager for U.S. Air at Rheem North America, Kevin Ruppelt drives the strategic direction and overall performance of the company’s HVAC/R business. In this role, Ruppelt leads a team that drives innovation, growth, and customer-focused solutions across the air division. He joined Rheem in 2015 through its acquisition of Eemax, a Riverside Private Equity portfolio company, where he served as president and CEO. Ruppelt holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Detroit Mercy and a master’s degree in engineering management from the University of Louisville.