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MISSOURI www.ceotodaymagazine.com 72 CEO Today USAAwards 2017 Energizer Holdings, Inc. headquartered in St. Louis, MO, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of primary batteries, portable flashlights and lanterns. Energizer is a global leader in the dynamic business of providing power solutions with a full portfolio of products including Energizer® brand battery products such as Energizer® EcoAdvanced™; Energizer MAX®; Energizer® Ultimate Lithium™; Energizer Recharge® batteries and charging systems; and portable flashlights and lanterns. In 2016, Energizer acquired HandStands Holding Corporation, a leading designer and marketer of automotive fragrance and appearance products. HandStands offers innovative products from recognized brands such as Refresh Your Car!®, California Scents®, Driven®, Bahama & Co.®, LEXOL® and Eagle One®. www.energizerholdings.com FIRM PROFILE ABOUT ALAN R. HOSKINS Alan Hoskins is Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Holdings. He has been with Energizer since 1983, serving in a variety of senior leadership roles throughout the business. Prior to his current role, Alan served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Energizer’s Household Products division. He also has held the roles of Vice President, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Middle East and Vice President, North America Household Products division. Alan started his career at Union Carbide in 1983 following several years in the retailer, wholesaler and broker industry. In addition to completing the Columbia Senior Executive Program, Alan holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Western New England College University and an MBA from Webster University. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Retail Leaders Industry Association and of Energizer Holdings, Inc. ALAN R. HOSKINS Chief Executive Officer at Energizer Holdings