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Allegion Announces Tim Eckersley’s Retirement, Names Serge Zappone Leader of Allegion International

  • Allegion plc appointed Serge Zappone as president, International & senior vice president, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
  • Zappone will report to President & CEO John H. Stone & succeed Tim Eckersley.
  • Eckersley announced retirement plans for Dec. 31, 2026, following a 40-year career.
  • Eckersley is a founding member of the executive leadership team & previously led Allegion Americas before transitioning to lead Allegion International in Jan. 2021.
  • Eckersley will lead Allegion International through the remainder of 2026 to ensure a seamless transition.
  • Zappone currently leads Allegion's Asia-Pacific business & has held increasing roles within Allegion International since joining in 2020.
  • Zappone possesses over 30 years of experience in the building products industry with past leadership roles in Europe & Asia.
  • Zappone holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Monash University & a master's degree in business administration from Melbourne Business School.
  • Allegion reported $4.1 billion in revenue in 2025.