Last updated on December 12th, 2024
KeHE has added G. Scott Uzzell to its board of directors, effective immediately.
Uzzell served as corporate VP and general manager of Nike North America and a member of the Nike Inc. executive operating team from June 2023 until November. Nike North America generates more than $21 billion in revenue, with 30,000 employees across all Nike and Jordan brands. Prior to that, Uzzell was president and CEO of Converse Inc. for four years, where he led all aspects of the business globally.
Uzzell joined Converse from The Coca-Cola Co., where he served as president and general manager, Venturing and Emerging Brands Group (VEB). He led the development of a portfolio of high-growth emerging brands, including Honest Tea, Health-Ade Kombucha and Fairlife milk. Under Uzzell’s leadership, the VEB Group identified and invested in trend-forward brands and categories. In addition, he supported the organization in closing multiple merger and acquisition transactions.
[RELATED: KeHE Distributors Begins Partnership With Good Eggs]
“We are thrilled to welcome Scott to our board of directors,” said Deb Conklin, president and CEO of KeHE.
“His deep understanding of the consumer-packaged goods industry, coupled with his passion for purpose-driven brands, aligns perfectly with our company’s mission. His expertise will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and grow.”
Uzzell was selected following a nationwide candidate search. He has a degree in business administration/finance from Florida A&M University and an MBA from the University of Chicago. He has served as a board member for S.C. Johnson & Sons since 2019 and is a member of its audit and compensation committee.