HOBOKEN, NJ — Hain Celestial, parent company to brands including Garden of Eatin’ and Garden Veggie Snacks, announced Alison Lewis as its new president and CEO, effective immediately.
HOBOKEN, NJ — Hain Celestial, parent company to brands including Garden of Eatin’ and Garden Veggie Snacks, announced Alison Lewis as its new president and CEO, effective immediately.
“The board has had the opportunity over the past few months to observe Alison in action,” said Dawn Zier, board chair for Hain Celestial. “We are pleased with the bold moves she has already taken to reduce costs, the turnaround agenda she has put in place designed to drive margins and growth, and her focus on progressing the strategic review with Goldman Sachs.”
This move extends Lewis’ interim position, which she’s held since May, into a permanent one. With this appointment, she will also retain her role as a member of the company’s board of directors, which she’s held since September 2024.
“I am honored to lead Hain Celestial and look forward to delivering our strategy to reposition the company for a stronger future,” Lewis said. “Over the last several months, the company has been intensely focused on our initiatives to stabilize sales, improve profitability, optimize cash and deleverage our balance sheet. I am proud of the work we are doing and confident in our ability to drive future value for all stakeholders.”
Lewis is a 35-year CPG vet, with previous experience including roles at The Coca-Cola Co. and Kraft General Foods.
“With Alison’s deep CPG expertise and track record of strong performance, we believe she is best equipped to create shareholder value and lead Hain as our next CEO,” Zier said.
