Energizer Reveals Post-Split Leadership Line Up
"We are excited to have such an experienced and talented group of individuals to lead Energizer's Personal Care and Household Products businesses as each company moves forward independently," said Ward Klein, Energizer's Chief Executive Officer. "These individuals bring a unique blend of experiences, talents and expertise, along with commitment and passion for these businesses. These teams were carefully selected to lead each company on the path forward, and we are confident in their ability to drive substantial growth and generate significant value for our shareholders."
Personal Care
The following individuals are expected to join the leadership team of the Personal Care company:
- Sandy Sheldon, Chief Financial Officer
- Manish Shanbhag, VP, General Counsel & Secretary
- Al Robertson, Chief Marketing Officer
- John Hill, VP, Commercial – North America
- Colin Hutchison, VP, Commercial-International
- Dave VerNooy, VP, Global Operations & RDE
- Peter Conrad, Chief Administrative Officer
- Tony Bender, CIO & VP, Business Process Outsourcing
- Teresa Ceotto, VP, Human Resources
As previously announced, upon the expected completion of the separation, Ward Klein, Energizer's Chief Executive Officer, will serve as Executive Chairman of the Board of standalone Personal Care. David Hatfield, President and Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Personal Care, will serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Personal Care company. Sandy Sheldon, who serves as Energizer's Vice President, Finance, was named Chief Financial Officer of the Personal Care company.
"Today is an exciting day for the future Personal Care organization and I believe we have chosen a strong team capable of bringing a global mindset and innovative thinking to every part of our business," said David Hatfield, future CEO of the Personal Care business. "These executives provide the experience and enthusiasm required to execute on our vision of a challenger mentality and strategy of strengthening our brands in the marketplace, capturing opportunities for growth and positioning ourselves as market leaders. I look forward to working alongside the rest of the executive team to help lead our business through this transition and beyond."
Household Products
The following individuals are expected to join the leadership team of the Household Products company:
- Brian Hamm, Executive VP & Chief Financial Officer
- Michelle Atkinson, Chief Consumer Officer
- Dan Carpenter, Chief Innovation Officer
- Greg Kinder, Executive VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer
- Mark LaVigne, Executive VP & Chief Operating Officer
- Brandon Davis, Chief Business Officer, The Americas
- Patrick Hedouin, Chief Business Officer, International
- Kelly Boss, VP, General Counsel & Secretary
- Sue Drath, Chief Human Resource Officer
As previously announced, J. Patrick Mulcahy, Chairman of the Energizer Board of Directors, is expected to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board of the Household Products company. Alan Hoskins, President and Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Household Products, is expected to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Household Products company. Brian Hamm, who serves as Energizer's Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, was named as the Chief Financial Officer of the Household Products company.
Alan Hoskins, future CEO of the Household Products business, said, "I am pleased to introduce these members of the Household Products leadership team. Each of these individuals possesses the leadership qualities, experience and passion to best meet our near- and long-term strategic, financial, and operational goals. They will drive our efforts to realize our financial goals, stabilize profits, and create value for our shareholders. I am confident in this team and in our future, and I look forward to partnering with these exceptional leaders as we transition into a standalone company."