Illinois Tool Works

ITW

IndustrialsNYQ$76.8B

ITW SEC filings last scanned 4 Oct 2026, 19:02 UTC

CEO Timeline

Christopher A. O'HerlihyCurrent

Jan 2024 — Present(2y 9mo)

Christopher A. O'Herlihy was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Illinois Tool Works Inc. effective January 1, 2024, succeeding E. Scott Santi.

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E. Scott Santi

Oct 2012 — Jan 2024(11y 3mo)

E. Scott Santi was appointed acting Chief Executive Officer of Illinois Tool Works Inc., succeeding David S. Speer who took a leave of absence.

stepping down from the CEO role

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David B. Speer

Aug 2005 — Oct 2012(7y 2mo)

David B. Speer was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Illinois Tool Works, in addition to his role as President.

leave of absence to focus on his health

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W. James Farrell

? — Aug 2005

planned retirement

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