The Hain Celestial Group, a Hoboken-based health and wellness company, on Monday officially appointed Alison Lewis as its president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. Lewis has been serving as the company’s interim president and CEO since May 2025 and will maintain her seat on the board of directors.
The decision comes after a period of observation by the board, during which Lewis implemented significant strategic changes. Dawn Zier, chair of the board, expressed strong confidence in the new appointment.
“The Board has had the opportunity over the past few months to observe Alison in action. 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,” Zier said. “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.”
Lewis is a seasoned veteran of the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry with 35 years of experience. Prior to joining Hain Celestial’s Board in September 2024, she held the position of Chief Growth Officer at Kimberly-Clark Corporation from 2019 to August 2024. Her extensive career also includes roles as Chief Marketing Officer at Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies and Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, North America at The Coca-Cola Company. Her expertise in digital-first marketing and sales models is expected to put e-commerce at the forefront of the company’s commercial growth.
In her statement, Lewis underscored her commitment to the company’s future strategy.
“I am honored to lead Hain Celestial and look forward to delivering our strategy to reposition the company for a stronger future,” Lewis commented. “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.”
Hain Celestial, headquartered in Hoboken, markets and sells its products—including brands like Garden Veggie Snacks™, Terra® chips, Celestial Seasonings® teas, and Earth’s Best® Organic—in over 70 countries globally. The company aims to continue its mission of inspiring healthier living through its portfolio of better-for-you brands.
