The Gorman-Rupp Company announced that effective January 1, 2022, the role of Chief Executive Officer will transition from Jeffrey S. Gorman to Scott A. King, who is currently the company?s President and Chief Operating Officer. Gorman has served as CEO since 1998 and, following the CEO transition, will continue to serve as the company?s executive chairman of the board to assist with the company?s overall strategy and acquisition efforts. King has been with the company since 2004 and has held various operational leadership roles of increasing responsibility during this time.