HUNT VALLEY, Md. - McCormick (NYSE: MKC ) & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC), known for its wide range of spices and condiments, has announced the appointment of Valarie Sheppard to its Board of Directors, effective June 1, 2024. Sheppard, a retired Executive Vice President, Controller, and Treasurer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), is recognized for her vast experience in finance and accounting, which spans over 35 years.
During her tenure at P&G, Sheppard played a pivotal role in the financial integration of Gillette and led global finance, accounting, and treasury teams across more than 65 countries. She has held senior financial leadership roles in different P&G divisions, including Fabric Care, Home Care, and Beauty, and has worked in various international assignments in Europe and Asia. Sheppard's extensive background also includes time spent on the boards of other public companies such as Sovos Brands, Innovation International Acquisition Corporation, and Anixter International (NYSE: AXE_old ), where she contributed to Audit, Compensation, and Governance & Nominating committees.
Currently, she serves on the board of Ibotta. Brendan M. Foley, President and CEO of McCormick, expressed confidence in Sheppard's abilities, stating her global finance and commercial experience will be invaluable to the company, which operates in over 150 countries and territories.
He emphasized that her addition to the board aligns with McCormick's strategic direction and governance practices. McCo.
