1. Trane Technologies appointed Victoria Lazar as General Counsel, effective September 2025. 2. Lazar has expertise in corporate governance, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. 3. She succeeds Evan Turtz, who retires after 21 years with the company. 4. Lazar previously held executive roles at TechnipFMC and General Electric. 5. Her leadership is expected to drive compliance and ethical culture at Trane.
The appointment of an experienced legal leader can enhance Trane's compliance and risk management, potentially boosting investor confidence, similar to past leadership changes in successful firms. A strong legal team supports corporate integrity and innovation, driving long-term value.
The strategic addition of a highly qualified legal expert aligns with Trane's goals, indicating potential for growth and stability. Leadership changes at this level typically have a significant positive impact on company operations and stock performance.
A strong legal and compliance framework is critical for sustained growth and stability. Future strategic moves guided by Lazar's expertise can lead to improved operational effectiveness over time.
Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announced the appointment of Victoria Lazar as senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective September 29, 2025. Lazar reports to Chair and CEO Dave Regnery as part of the enterprise leadership team. Based in Davidson, North Carolina, Lazar serves as an officer of the company and oversees all legal and compliance activities for Trane Technologies globally.
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Victoria Lazar Joins Trane Technologies as General Counsel
"We are excited to welcome Victoria as our new General Counsel," said Dave Regnery, chair and CEO of Trane Technologies. "Victoria is a highly experienced business and legal executive, bringing deep expertise in corporate governance, strategic transactions, enterprise risk management, sustainability matters, global operations and regulatory compliance and reporting. Her proven leadership and perspective will be invaluable as we continue to innovate, create value for our stakeholders and advance our purpose-driven strategy around sustainability."
Lazar joins Trane Technologies with extensive experience leading high-performing teams in large, complex businesses within the energy, technology, aviation and industrial sectors. Most recently, she served as executive vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary for TechnipFMC plc, a global leader in energy projects and technologies, where she played a key role in the successful spin-off of Technip Energies. Previously, she was senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary of Bristow Group Inc., and held executive legal roles of increasing responsibility over more than a decade each at General Electric and Electronic Data Systems Corporation. She began her career in private practice at Baker Botts.
Victoria holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School and a bachelor's degree in government from Cornell University. She currently serves as a director of InnoVent Renewables as well as several philanthropic and community organizations.
Victoria succeeds Evan Turtz, who announced plans earlier this year to retire in October after 21 years with the company. Turtz assumed the role of General Counsel in 2019 and was instrumental in completing the strategic transaction that led to the creation of Trane Technologies.
"Evan has helped to shape our company's uplifting, ethical culture through his steadfast commitment to compliance and integrity. We are grateful for his many contributions to Trane Technologies as General Counsel and wish him all the best in his retirement," said Regnery.
About Trane Technologies
Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and our environmentally responsible portfolio of products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes, and transportation. Learn more at tranetechologies.com.
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