Biography

Mr. David Cote has served as the Executive Chairman of the board of directors of Vertiv Holdings Co. (“Vertiv”), a digital infrastructure and continuity provider, since February 2020 and as Chief Executive Officer, President and Secretary and Chairman of the board of directors of its predecessor, GS Acquisition Holdings Corp. (“GSAH”), a special purpose acquisition company, from April 2018 until February 2020. Mr. David Cote previously served in roles of increasing seniority at Honeywell International Inc. (“Honeywell”), a multinational conglomerate, commencing with his appointment in February 2002 as President and Chief Executive Officer, including as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer from July 2002 to March 2017 and subsequently as Executive Chairman of the board of directors of Honeywell until April 2018. Mr. David Cote is the father of Mr. John Cote. Mr. David Cote was selected to serve on the Board due to his extensive leadership, management, and investing experience, including in the industrial sector.