On May 12, 2025, The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX), a leading firm in consumer goods, announced the election of Gina Boswell as a member of its Board of Directors, effective May 19, 2025 (Source: SEC 8-K Report).
Boswell, age 62, currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Bath & Body Works, Inc., and holds a seat on its board. Her extensive leadership portfolio includes senior executive roles at major companies such as Unilever, Avon, Ford, and Estée Lauder. She brings over four decades of profound experience in retail, marketing, brand building, business development, operations, and innovation within the consumer goods sector.
Linda Rendle, Chair and CEO of Clorox, emphasized the strategic value Boswell adds: “Gina’s exceptional consumer experience is a tremendous asset to Clorox. Her global expertise in driving growth and innovation positions us to deliver superior value to consumers and consistent, profitable growth to shareholders.”
Boswell’s appointment increases the Clorox Board of Directors to 12 members, reinforcing its governance at a time when the company continues to excel in sustainability and financial performance.
As of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, Clorox exhibited a robust financial position with a total debt to capitalization ratio of 0.887, indicating significant leverage for growth investments. The company also achieved a remarkable return on equity (ROE) of 85.37%, reflecting efficient value creation for shareholders (Source: PocketQuant Financial Data).
This addition to the board is aligned with Clorox’s strategy highlighted in prior earnings calls, focusing on innovation, expanding market presence, and integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Boswell’s experience in leading brand building and innovation at Bath & Body Works complements Clorox’s initiatives in portfolio expansion and global operations.
Clorox’s commitment to sustainability is evidenced by its recent ranking as No. 1 on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies list for the third consecutive year in 2025. This notable achievement reinforces Clorox’s efforts in integrating ESG deeply into its business operations and reporting.
Who: Gina Boswell, CEO of Bath & Body Works, elected to Clorox’s Board of Directors.
What: New board member election aimed at strengthening growth, innovation, and consumer focus.
When: Effective May 19, 2025.
Where: Clorox Headquarters, Oakland, California.
This strategic board enhancement underscores Clorox’s focus on leadership excellence and sustainable value creation amidst economic uncertainties and competitive market dynamics.
For more details, refer to the original SEC 8-K filing.
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