Peak Group taps Home Depot vet for top leadership role to capitalize on Canadian home reno trends

• The Peak Group appoints longtime Home Depot exec Jeff Kinnaird as its new President and CEO
• The appointment comes at a time of rising home renovation trends in Canada
• Founded in 1998, Peak is a major supplier of outdoor and home reno products in North America and worldwide

The Peak Group has named Jeff Kinnaird as its new President and CEO. Kinnaird previously held senior roles at The Home Depot.

Why it matters: This leadership change is a strategic move for Peak, a key supplier of home renovation and outdoor living products to over 2,000 Home Depot stores across North America. Kinnaird's extensive retail experience positions him to strengthen Peak's market position, especially at a time when home renovations are on the rise.

• According to a recent survey, a significant portion of Canadian homeowners are opting to stay in their current homes and invest in renovations due to rising living costs.
• This trend aligns perfectly with Peak's business focus, making Kinnaird's appointment particularly timely and strategic.

The backstory: Kinnaird's career at The Home Depot began in 1996. He advanced from a lumber associate to Executive Vice President of Merchandising.

• He served as President of The Home Depot Canada from 2016 to 2020.
• His tenure included overseeing 182 stores and 30,000 associates.

About Peak: Founded in Vancouver in 1998, The Peak Group of Companies has grown to supply over 1,000 products to Home Depot stores in North America, as well Australia and New Zealand.