Kilts Speaker Series with G. Scott Uzzell, MBA '98 (Online)
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Thu, Oct 22, 2026
11:45 AM – 1:45 PM CDT (GMT-5)
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A veteran brand builder with more than 30 years in consumer products, Scott became CEO of Helen of Troy in 2025, leading a portfolio that includes OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Braun, and Vicks through a renewed focus on innovation and growth. He previously served as Corporate Vice President and General Manager of Nike North America, the company's largest business, with more than $21 billion in revenue and 30,000 employees across the Nike and Jordan brands. As President and CEO of Converse for four years, he led the brand globally and guided its return to basketball. Earlier, at The Coca-Cola Company, he headed the Venturing and Emerging Brands group, where he helped develop Honest Tea, BodyArmor, Health-Ade, and Fairlife.
The conversation will offer valuable takeaways for anyone interested in consumer brands, global leadership, or leading a business through change.
Speakers
G. Scott Uzzell
Chief Executive Officer
Helen of Troy
https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-scott-uzzell-3985b33/
G. Scott Uzzell is the Chief Executive Officer of Helen of Troy Limited, a global consumer products company with leading brands across home, outdoor, beauty, and wellness. He brings extensive experience in building and scaling consumer businesses, having previously served as Corporate Vice President & General Manager for Nike North America and as President & CEO of Converse. Earlier in his career, Scott held senior leadership roles at The Coca‑Cola Company, Procter & Gamble, and Nabisco, where he managed high-growth brands and led strategic initiatives.