– USA, NY – BARK, Inc. (NYSE: BARK), a leading global omnichannel dog brand with the mission to Make All Dogs Happy, today announced the appointment of Larry Bodner to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, bringing over 35 years of operational and financial experience spanning the consumer-packaged goods industry.
“Larry brings extensive leadership experience across the CPG industry and has consistently demonstrated his ability to build and grow consumer brands. Having served as the Chief Financial Officer of Big Heart Pet, which was acquired by The J.M. Smucker Company for $6 billion in 2015, he also brings valuable expertise in the pet consumables space. Collectively, his operational and industry experience will be a valuable addition to the team, and I am thrilled to welcome him to our Board,” said CEO, Matt Meeker.
About Larry Bodner
Larry Bodner is a highly experienced operational and financial executive who currently serves as CEO of Bulletproof 360, a functional nutrition and wellness company, a role he has held since 2019. Before that, Mr. Bodner was the Co-Founder and CFO of Sovos Brands (NASDAQ: SOVO), a food company known for brands including Rao’s Homemade and Noosa Yoghurt. Previously, Mr. Bodner served as CFO of Big Heart Pet, the producer and distributor of brands such as Milk-Bone, Kibbles ‘n Bits, and Meow Mix. In 2015, Mr. Bodner helped lead the sale of Big Heart Pet to The J.M. Smucker Company for $6 billion. Mr. Bodner has also held roles at The Walt Disney Company and Procter & Gamble. Mr. Bodner currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Hostess Brands (NASDAQ: TWNK).
“Having spent the majority of my career fostering the growth and profitability of leading consumer brands, I am eager to join the talented team at BARK,” said Larry Bodner. “The team has built an incredible brand, and its early success in expansive categories like consumables presents a significant long-term opportunity. I look forward to working with Matt and the rest of the Board to help BARK realize its full potential.”
He holds an MBA from Duke University and a BA from Dickinson College.
About BARK
BARK is the world’s most dog-centric company, devoted to making dogs happy with the best products, services, and content. BARK’s dog-obsessed team applies its unique, data-driven understanding of what makes each dog special to design playstyle-specific toys, wildly satisfying treats, great food for your dog’s breed, effective and easy-to-use dental care, and dog-first experiences that foster the health and happiness of dogs everywhere. Founded in 2011, BARK loyally serves dogs nationwide with themed toys and treats subscriptions, BarkBox and BARK Super Chewer; custom product collections through its retail partner network, including Target and Amazon; its high-quality, nutritious meals made for your breed with BARK Food; and products that meet dogs’ dental needs with BARK Bright. At BARK, we want to make dogs as happy as they make us because dogs and humans are better together.
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