8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 12, 2026

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892-5521

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(b) On January 12, 2026, Pool Corporation (the “Company”) announced that Kenneth G. St. Romain will retire from his position as Senior Vice President in 2026. Mr. St. Romain has not given notice of a specific retirement date as he intends to continue in his role until later in 2026 to assist with the transition.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On January 12, 2026, the Company issued the press release included herein as Exhibit 99.1.

The Company also announced that John B. Watwood will join the company as Executive Vice President, effective January 12, 2026.

The information furnished pursuant to Item 7.01 shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: January 12, 2026

EX-99.1

POOL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THE RETIREMENT OF KENNETH G. ST. ROMAIN

AND THE APPOINTMENT OF JOHN B. WATWOOD

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COVINGTON, LA (January 12, 2026) - Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM: POOL) announced today that Kenneth “Kenny” G. St. Romain, Senior Vice President, will retire from his position in 2026, and that John B. Watwood has joined the company as Executive Vice President. Mr. Watwood, reporting to Peter D. Arvan, President and CEO, will lead Pool Corporation’s swimming pool operations in North America, as well as oversee digital and technology initiatives. Mr. St. Romain will continue in his role until later this year to assist with the transition.

“For more than 40 years, Kenny has been a steady and trusted leader, playing a pivotal role in shaping POOLCORP as the leading distributor in the outdoor living industry. His leadership has been grounded in a deep respect for our team members, valued customers and vendors and in a clear belief that success is built through strong relationships and focused execution. Kenny’s impact is seen not only in the milestones we have achieved but in the culture of collaboration and high performance that defines our teams,” said Peter D. Arvan.

Prior to joining the company, Mr. Watwood held a variety of management positions at Motion Industries, Inc. since 2008, most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations for the United States and Canada.

“John has a deep understanding of frontline operations and a proven ability to lead enterprise-wide initiatives. He brings extensive experience in distribution, with a track record of leading large, complex businesses through sustained growth, innovative change and operational excellence. John’s customer-first mindset and focus on growth, collaboration and culture strongly align with the values that define POOLCORP,” commented Arvan.

Pool Corporation is the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products. POOLCORP operates approximately 455 sales centers in North America, Europe and Australia through which it distributes more than 200,000 products to roughly 125,000 wholesale customers. For more information about POOLCORP, please visit www.poolcorp.com.

CONTACT:

Kristin S. Byars

Director, Investor Relations and Finance

985.801.5153

kristin.byars@poolcorp.com