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Newell Brands Appoints Gary Pilnick to Board of Directors

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Newell Brands, a leading global consumer goods company, has announced the appointment of Gary Pilnick, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of WK Kellogg Co, to its Board of Directors. Effective May 8, 2025, Pilnick will serve as a member of the Audit and Compensation and Human Capital Committees, bringing over 30 years of leadership experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry. With a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering sustainable shareholder value, Pilnick's appointment is expected to enhance Newell Brands' efforts to drive growth and innovation.

Key Takeaways:

  • Gary Pilnick, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of WK Kellogg Co, has been elected to the Newell Brands Board of Directors, increasing the board size to nine members.
  • Pilnick brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry, with a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering sustainable shareholder value.
  • During his 23-year tenure at Kellogg, Pilnick was a key architect of the company's Deploy for Growth strategy, driving major initiatives including the acquisition of Pringles and Kellogg's expansion into Africa.
  • Pilnick currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Consumer Brands Association and the Duke University Law Board.
  • His appointment reflects Newell Brands' ongoing commitment to Board refreshment and strategic governance, supporting its portfolio of leading brands in creating everyday moments that matter for consumers around the world.
  • Newell Brands is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, and others.

Statistics:

  • Over 30 years of leadership experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry
  • 23-year tenure at Kellogg, including 2003-2023 as Vice Chairman, Corporate Development and Chief Legal Officer
  • Member of the Executive Committee during his tenure at Kellogg
  • 2 degrees: Juris Doctorate from Duke University School of Law and a bachelor's degree from Lafayette College
  • Served as Vice President and Chief Counsel at Sara Lee Corporation and Vice President and Chief Corporate Counsel at Specialty Foods Corporation
  • Board member of the Consumer Brands Association and the Duke University Law Board

Sources:

  • Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) press release, "Newell Brands Appoints Gary Pilnick to Board of Directors" (Note: Date not specified in the original press release)
  • Businesswire.com, "Newell Brands Appoints Gary Pilnick to Board of Directors" (https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250513183956/en/)
  • Newell Brands website, www.newellbrands.com (https://www.newellbrands.com/)
  • WK Kellogg Co website, www.wkkellogg.com (Note: Date not specified in the original press release)

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