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Krista McDonough Kubida Joins The Wella Company as Chief Legal Officer
NEW YORK & GENEVA, April 17, 2026--The Wella Company, an innovative global leader in hair, nail, and beauty tech, today announced that Krista McDonough Kubida has been appointed as the company's Chief Legal Officer, effective June 29, 2026. Krista will serve as a key member of the Wella Leadership Team and will be based in New York City.
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Appointment Strengthens Leadership Bench Across Governance and Strategy NEW YORK & GENEVA, April 17, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Wella Company, an innovative global leader in hair, nail, and beauty tech, today announced that Krista McDonough Kubida has been appointed as the company's Chief Legal Officer, effective June 29, 2026. Krista will serve as a key member of the Wella Leadership Team and will be based in New York City. Krista joins from Capri Holdings Limited, an NYSE-listed global fashion luxury group and home to iconic brands, including Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo, where she served as Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer. During her nearly 15-year tenure, she was instrumental in driving significant transactions and company-wide initiatives, while supporting Capri's global retail, wholesale, and eCommerce expansion. Krista began her career as a corporate, capital markets, and securities attorney at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, where she advised public companies and private equity clients on complex transactions and securities matters. "We are thrilled to welcome Krista to The Wella Company," said Calvin McDonald, Chief Executive Officer. "She brings deep expertise across brand- and product-led consumer companies, a strong commercial mindset, and extensive experience supporting businesses through periods of evolution. Her proven ability to partner with leadership teams and boards while establishing a high-performing legal organization will be invaluable as we build on our momentum and shape the future of beauty together." Krista joins at an exciting time in the company's evolution. Over the past five-plus years, The Wella Company has transformed into a global powerhouse of time-tested, complementary hair, nail, and beauty tech brands. Its robust portfolio includes Wella Professionals – the #1 salon color brand globally*, OPI, ghd, Sebastian Professional, Nioxin, Clairol, and Wella / Koleston. These iconic brands, fueled by science-led innovation, long-standing trust with professionals and an understanding of changing consumer preferences, are sold to pro stylists and consumers in more than 100 countries. Under the leadership of new CEO Calvin McDonald, the company will continue to evolve. "I am excited to join The Wella Company at this phase in its transformation journey," Krista s...
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