Central Garden & Pet announces Randal D. Lewis as New Director

Central Garden & Pet Company today announced that it has appointed Randal D. Lewis to its Board of Directors, effective December 11. Mr. Lewis brings to Central more than 34 years of experience in the consumer products industry, including 17 years at Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (“Spectrum”). Most recently he served as Spectrum’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, with direct responsibility for all of its operating divisions, through December 2022.

He was previously President of other divisions within the company. Prior to joining Spectrum, he held various roles of increasing responsibility with the former United Industries Corporation, now owned by Spectrum, from 1997 until 2005, and with Unilever from 1989 until 1997.

“His invaluable perspective will enhance our ability to serve clients, expand into new markets and fuel our next phase of growth,” said Bill Brown, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central Garden & Pet.

Mr. Lewis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.