Ecolab Inc. announced that Nick Alfano has been appointed as executive vice president and president of Ecolab's Global Industrial Group effective immediately. Alfano previously led the Global Light Industries business of Nalco Water that provides digitally enabled, integrated water management solutions for customers in high tech, food & beverage and manufacturing industries. He also held the role of executive vice president and general manager of the Food & Beverage business.

He joined Ecolab in 1996 and has gained deep insights into customers' operations while performing roles in marketing, global corporate accounts, sales and management.