
Journey Through the Growth Economy
Engineering a Turnaround: A Conversation with Chris Peterson, CEO of Newell Brands
<p>In this episode, CG’s Senior Consumer Analyst Brian McNamara, CFA, sits down with Chris Peterson, CEO of Newell Brands, to discuss the company’s multi-year turnaround strategy and path back to growth. Peterson outlines how a simplified “where to play, how to win” framework is guiding capital allocation, brand focus, and operational discipline across the business. He also shares how culture is a critical driver of Newell’s success and how a failed acquisition underpins his current leadership approach towards alignment and a deliberate focus on winning and ownership. The conversation dives into navigating tariffs, leveraging AI, and reposition...

