08.29.16
High Ridge Brands has named Diya Talwar SVP, business development and strategy as it “actively seeks value-enhancing acquisitions to further expand its branded personal care platform.”
Talwar was most recently VP of corporate development at Jarden Corporation, owner of Yankee Candle. Jarden is now operating under Newell Brands.
High Ridge Brands was formed in December 2010 as a platform for acquisitions in the personal care consumer segment. It has since corralled several well-known brands including Zest, Alberto VO5, Rave, Coast, White Rain, LA Looks, Zero Frizz and Thicker Fuller Hair, and Salon Grafix.
In June, private investment firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice acquired a controlling interest in High Ridge Brands
"The High Ridge Brands business is continuing its strong momentum on the back of its recently completed transaction with CD&R, a well-respected private investment firm,” said James A. Daniels, High Ridge Brands' CEO and president. “We believe the company has the leadership team, capital, and vision necessary to grow to the next level, and we are pleased to welcome Diya to the team.”
According to Daniels, Talwar brings more than 13 years of experience in M&A and corporate development, having completed over 30 transactions of various sizes worldwide during her 10 years at Jarden."
Prior to Jarden, Talwar held roles as an investment banking analyst at Banc of America Securities and Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein.
Talwar was most recently VP of corporate development at Jarden Corporation, owner of Yankee Candle. Jarden is now operating under Newell Brands.
High Ridge Brands was formed in December 2010 as a platform for acquisitions in the personal care consumer segment. It has since corralled several well-known brands including Zest, Alberto VO5, Rave, Coast, White Rain, LA Looks, Zero Frizz and Thicker Fuller Hair, and Salon Grafix.
In June, private investment firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice acquired a controlling interest in High Ridge Brands
"The High Ridge Brands business is continuing its strong momentum on the back of its recently completed transaction with CD&R, a well-respected private investment firm,” said James A. Daniels, High Ridge Brands' CEO and president. “We believe the company has the leadership team, capital, and vision necessary to grow to the next level, and we are pleased to welcome Diya to the team.”
According to Daniels, Talwar brings more than 13 years of experience in M&A and corporate development, having completed over 30 transactions of various sizes worldwide during her 10 years at Jarden."
Prior to Jarden, Talwar held roles as an investment banking analyst at Banc of America Securities and Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein.