CHURCH AND DWIGHT INC (CHD)
Sector: Consumer Staples
Sector: Consumer Staples
CHURCH AND DWIGHT INC - Executive Compensation
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Executive Compensation
Lee B. McChesney serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Church & Dwight Co., Inc., a global leader in consumer goods with iconic brands such as Arm & Hammer, Trojan, OxiClean, and Batiste. In this critical role, he oversees all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax strategy, investor relations, internal audit, and risk management. McChesney plays a pivotal role in driving the company's strategic initiatives, capital allocation, and long-term financial health, contributing to consistent revenue growth and shareholder value creation. With over 25 years of progressive finance leadership, McChesney joined Church & Dwight in 2015 as Vice President, Finance and Treasurer, following an 18-year tenure at Pfizer Inc. There, he advanced to Vice President Finance for the Global Established Products business unit, managing financial operations for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across diverse therapeutic areas. Earlier in his career, he honed his expertise at Deloitte & Touche, where he developed deep skills in auditing, financial reporting, and strategic advisory services. Under McChesney's stewardship at Church & Dwight, the company has achieved remarkable milestones, including a series of transformative acquisitions like Flume, TheraBreath, and Hero Cosmetics, alongside strong organic growth that propelled annual sales past $7 billion. Promoted to Senior Vice President and Treasurer in 2017 and EVP and CFO in 2021, he has expertly navigated macroeconomic challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, while delivering robust free cash flow, debt reduction, and superior total shareholder returns, solidifying Church & Dwight's position as a top performer in the consumer products sector.