DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/
-- Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today announced that
Mark T. Smucker was elected to its
board of directors, effective immediately.
"Mark will be a great addition to our board," said Thomas J. Falk, Executive Chairman of
Kimberly-Clark. "His marketing and innovation experiences leading
The J.M. Smucker Company's portfolio of brands will be valuable in
our board discussions."
Mr. Smucker serves as President and CEO of The J.M. Smucker
Company (Smucker), and is the fifth generation of the Smucker
family to lead the iconic 122-year old company. The Smucker
portfolio is comprised of America's best-known food brands, and its
products can be found in 90% of U.S. households. Under his
leadership, the company continues to capitalize on its deep
understanding of consumer preferences to stay at the forefront of
the dynamic packaged foods landscape, particularly in the
categories of coffee, pet food and snacks.
In addition to the Smucker board, Mr. Smucker serves as a
director of the Grocery Manufacturers Association and Greater
Cleveland Partnership, an advisor on the LeBron James Family
Foundation and Thunderbird Strategic Advisory Council, and a member
of the Fortune CEO Initiative.
About Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark and its trusted
brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than
175 countries. Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an
understanding of people's most essential needs, we create products
that help individuals experience more of what's important to them.
Our portfolio of brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex,
Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus,
Neve, Plenitud, Viva and WypAll, hold the No. 1 or No. 2 share
position in 80 countries. We use sustainable practices that support
a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our
business thrives for decades to come. To keep up with the latest
news and to learn more about the company's 147-year history of
innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com or follow us on
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