Xylem appoints Andrea van der Berg as CFO effective September 1
Xylem Inc. announces Andrea van der Berg as its new CFO, starting September 1, 2026. She replaces William Grogan, who is leaving for a new role but will stay until mid-September to ensure continuity.

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Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL) appointed Andrea van der Berg as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 1, 2026. Van der Berg reports to President and Chief Executive Officer Matthew Pine and joins the company’s Executive Leadership Team.
She succeeds William Grogan, who departs Xylem to pursue another professional opportunity. Grogan remains with the company through mid-September to support a smooth transition.
Leadership Transition Details
The appointment marks a change in Xylem’s financial leadership structure. Key details of the transition include:
- New CFO: Andrea van der Berg
- Effective Date: September 1, 2026
- Reporting Line: President and CEO Matthew Pine
- Outgoing CFO: William Grogan
- Transition Period: Through mid-September 2026
How might Andrea van der Berg's background influence Xylem's capital allocation strategy and M&A activity in the water technology sector?
What specific financial metrics or strategic priorities will the new CFO focus on during the transition period to ensure continuity?
Could this leadership change signal a shift in Xylem's approach to managing supply chain costs and inflationary pressures?
































