Calvin McDonald Appointed Chief Executive Officer of The Wella Company
Calvin McDonald・Photo Credit: The Wella Company
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NEW YORK & GENEVA, February 19, 2026 (VSNewsNetwork.com) — Beauty company The Wella Company has announced the appointment of Calvin McDonald as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 2, 2026. McDonald will also join the company’s Board of Directors and will be based in New York.
Glenn Murphy will remain Executive Chair and provide strategic guidance to McDonald and the leadership team.
“As a three-time CEO, he brings decades of experience at industry-leading global consumer brands and retail businesses. Calvin’s proven ability to drive results through product differentiation, category expansion, and smart investments will help us win in the dynamic beauty sector,” said Glenn Murphy, Executive Chair of The Wella Company.
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McDonald most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of lululemon athletica inc., where he oversaw a period of growth that included tripling annual revenues and expanding the company’s global reach to more than 30 countries. Prior to lululemon, he served as President and CEO of Sephora Americas, a division of LVMH, where he led five consecutive years of double-digit growth and expanded the company’s haircare business.
“I’m thrilled to return to the beauty industry—an innovative, fast evolving sector powered by consumers who are genuinely passionate about the products they love,” said Calvin McDonald.
“We are pleased with the growth that Wella has achieved since our initial investment and are confident that Calvin is the right leader to build on that foundation and propel the company into its next chapter,” said Nancy Ford, Partner at KKR.
McDonald says he plans to build on the company’s existing portfolio and growth strategy.
“I’m energized by the opportunity to use my experience to help elevate these iconic brands, partner with the pros who bring them to life, and unlock new ways to connect with consumers. This is a pivotal moment for The Wella Company, and I’m excited to join this talented team as we shape the future of beauty together,” said McDonald.
The Wella Company’s brand portfolio includes Wella Professionals, Sebastian Professional, OPI, ghd, Nioxin, and Clairol. The company operates globally through professional salon channels, retail distribution, and eCommerce platforms.
For more information, visit www.wella.com.
Source: The Wella Company
