The Consumer Brands Association has formed a search committee that will be conducting a search for a new president and CEO for the organization ahead of David Chavern’s departure on Aug. 1.
The committee will be led by Freshpet CEO Billy Cyr and includes: Linda Rendle, chair and CEO of The Clorox Co.; Mark Smucker, chair of the board, president and CEO for The J.M. Smucker Co.; Shane Grant, group deputy CEO Danone, CEO Americas and EVP dairy, plant-based and global sales for Danone; Phil Schaffer, corporate SVP of Henkel Consumer Brands, North America for Henkel; Steve Presley, EVP and CEO, Zone North America for Nestlé; Monica Turner, president of North America for The Procter & Gamble Company; Tricia Wallwork, chair and CEO of Milo’s Tea Co.; and CEO Steven Williams of PepsiCo Foods North America.
“The industry’s commitment to Consumer Brands is strong. The organization will continue to play a critical role in advocating for the interests of one the largest and most important industries in our economy – and the association is well positioned for continued growth and impact,” said Rendle, who also serves as chair of the Arlington, Virginia-based association.
“The incredible team currently in place will carry its momentum forward as we begin the process of identifying a new leader who is equipped to take the organization to new heights.”
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“As we embark on the search for Consumer Brands’ next president and CEO, we are committed to finding a visionary leader who will build upon the association’s continued success and membership growth,” Cyr said. “Consumer Brands is essential in helping America’s most loved and trusted brands meet consumer needs and deliver quality, safe and affordable products.”
Stacy Papadopoulos, Consumer Brands’ chief operating officer and general counsel, will serve as interim CEO beginning Aug. 2, until a successor is named.
“This is an industry dedicated to consumers and ensuring they have the products they want and the brands they trust every day, and Consumer Brands will continue to serve as the industry’s unwavering champion,” Papadopoulos said. “We thank the members of the board and search committee for their support and dedication to finding our next president and CEO.”
The search will be led by Leslie Hortum at Spencer Stuart.
