Oil-Dri Announces Christopher B. Lamson as Group Vice President of Retail and Wholesale

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Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) has appointed Christopher B. Lamson as Group Vice President of Retail and Wholesale, effective immediately. He will oversee the company's domestic and Canadian consumer products, industrial, and sports turf businesses, as well as the co-packaging business with The Clorox Company. Lamson brings 18 years of experience from The Clorox Company and more recent leadership at Central Garden and Pet. His expertise in managing P&L for both branded and private label products aims to enhance Oil-Dri's market presence.

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• Appointment of Christopher B. Lamson as Group Vice President expected to strengthen leadership in Retail and Wholesale.
• Extensive experience in managing P&L for branded and private label products.
• Prior roles at The Clorox Company indicate strong retail and consumer products background.

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CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) announces that effective today, Christopher B. Lamson has been appointed as Group Vice President of Retail and Wholesale (“R&W”).

Daniel S. Jaffee, President and Chief Executive Officer commented, “I am pleased to welcome Chris to the Oil-Dri team. In his role as Group Vice President of Retail and Wholesale, Chris will be responsible for overseeing our domestic and Canadian consumer products, industrial, and sports turf businesses. All current general managers within the R&W Products Group will report directly to him. Additionally, he will assume responsibility for our co-packaging business, which includes our 43 year relationship with The Clorox Company.

Chris received his bachelor’s degree in finance from St. Mary’s College of California. He spent 18 years with The Clorox Company in a variety of senior leadership roles including Vice President, General Manager, Food and Charcoal Division and Vice President, General Manager of Clorox’s Walmart Inc. Multi-Functional Customer Team.   His most recent experience was with Central Garden and Pet as Senior Vice President and General Manager for private label and branded pet bedding products and accessories.

Chris’ wealth of experience owning the P&L for branded and private label products at world class companies plus his commercial leadership in working with some of the world’s largest retailers will serve him very well in this new role at Oil-Dri.”  

About Oil-Dri
Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for the pet care, animal health and nutrition, bleaching clay and fluids purification, agricultural ingredients, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri is vertically integrated which enables the Company to efficiently oversee every step of the process from research and development to supply chain to marketing and sales. With over 80 years of experience, the Company continues to fulfill its mission to Create Value from Sorbent Minerals. To learn more about the Company, visit oildri.com.

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Contact:
Leslie A. Garber
Manager of Investor Relations
Oil-Dri Corporation of America
InvestorRelations@oildri.com
(312) 321-1515

FAQ

Who is Christopher B. Lamson at Oil-Dri Corporation of America?

Christopher B. Lamson has been appointed as Group Vice President of Retail and Wholesale at Oil-Dri Corporation, overseeing consumer products and industrial businesses.

What responsibilities does Christopher B. Lamson have at Oil-Dri?

Lamson will oversee domestic and Canadian consumer products, industrial, and sports turf businesses, along with the co-packaging business.

What is Christopher B. Lamson's background?

Lamson has 18 years of experience with The Clorox Company and was also Senior Vice President at Central Garden and Pet.

Which company is Oil-Dri's co-packaging partner?

Oil-Dri has a co-packaging business with The Clorox Company, which has been ongoing for 43 years.

What stock symbol is associated with Oil-Dri Corporation of America?

The stock symbol for Oil-Dri Corporation of America is ODC.