John Guthrie, SiteOne Landscape Supply’s executive vice president and chief financial officer has announced that he will retire at the end of 2025 after 24 years in the company. 

Following his planned retirement, Guthrie will continue to serve as a senior advisor to the chief executive officer to ensure a smooth transition. 

Eric Elema has been appointed as Guthrie’s successor, effective 1 January 2026, taking over both the chief financial officer and executive vice president roles. 

Part of the company since 2016, Elema has partnered closely with Guthrie in building the finance team and developing key processes for the growth of SiteOne. 

Doug Black, chairman and CEO of SiteOne, thanks John for his leadership, and explains:

“John has played a pivotal role in the growth of SiteOne since its IPO in 2016, guiding the business through over a decade of exceptional performance.”

As the role turns to Elema, Black emphasizes that the accounting and finance team will be left in good hands.