Segment Chief Executive Officer of Learning & Development, Newell Brands
Search every verified Kristine Malkoski interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Kristine Malkoski, Segment Chief Executive Officer of Learning & Development at Newell Brands, discussed the company's recent product innovations in a January 2025 podcast. She highlighted new technologies for the company's Klon brand, including mineral feld non-stick cookware and Aqua Shield non-stick technology, and a floral silicate glass bakeware line that is oven-safe up to 550°F. Malkoski stated that the bakeware was the first to receive a standards of excellence seal and passed extensive testing. She also noted that Newell Brands partnered with TerraCycle to recycle old cookware and supports communities through grants and disaster relief. In an October 2024 video on the company's values, Malkoski emphasized the importance of "ownership," describing it as taking responsibility for one's impact and outcomes. She cited examples of risk-taking, such as Sharpie and Papermate launching at South by Southwest, and Graco's SVE program, as demonstrations of this value. Malkoski also described her career background, including being the fourth woman to become a VP General Manager at Procter & Gamble, and noted that Newell Brands is a $10 billion global company with brands found in over 80% of U.S. households.
“NLE is a 10 billion global company we are found in over 80% of US households; the average person has 17 of our brands in their house including names like Dymo, Elmer's, Expo, Dry erase, Crazy Glue, Papermate, Sharpie, Parker, Waterman, Ball, Klon, Food Saver, Rubbermaid, Yankee Candle, Woodwick, Graco, Nook, Baby Jogge...”
“Research shows that despite inflationary pressures and potential recession, people are cooking 43% more meals at home and baking 28% more than a year ago, with 28% intending to use cookware more and 25% intending to use bakeware more in the future.”
“We created a new technology called floral silicate glass for bakeware that is oven and broiler safe up to 550°F, lightweight, does not break or chip, is nestable and stackable, microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe, and comes with a lid for easy transport; it launched recently at Target with advertising on Food Netwo...”
“No Brands is the first to get the standards of excellence seal for our new bakeware product, going above and beyond the engineering standards to create safe cookware and bakeware.”
“We conducted six months of extensive product testing on the bakeware, including 500 dishwasher cycles, salt baths, impact chip testing, and 300 broiler cycles with and without food, and the product did not fail a single test.”
“Klon, founded in 1963 as a brand sold exclusively to chefs and restaurants, is now a high-end cookware line for consumers, featuring mineral feld non-stick technology that is five times more durable than previous versions and superior to leading competitors.”
“We created the Aqua Shield non-stick technology made with a water-based nonstick that keeps pans performing like new 40% longer than any Klon we've ever made, addressing consumer habits like dishwasher use that degrade non-stick coatings.”
“Klon has partnered with TerraCycle to recycle old pots and pans into park benches and playground equipment, helping reduce landfill waste and supporting environmental sustainability.”
“Newell Brands supports communities by giving local grants where employees live and work, supporting national organizations like Save the Children and The Nature Conservancy, and providing supplies during natural disasters to help families rebuild their lives.”
“I started my career at Procter & Gamble, becoming the fourth woman ever to be a VP General Manager there, and have since worked in private equity, snackware, housewares, and led companies with iconic brands like Pyrex, Craftsman, and Yankee Candle before joining Newell Brands.”
“Ownership means that you own your impact, you own your outcomes. If you make a difference with the business that you're on, you will be irreplaceable.”
“Look guys, if you don't lean out you will never know how high is up. I've got a great example of this seeing how Sharpie creative markers and Papermate bright leaned out to launch it South by Southwest and the impact that they got from it is really incredible.”
“Looking at GRCO and seeing how they took a big risk with their SVE program, that's an example of ownership.”
“To be a steward of your brand is to really know your consumer, understand what excites her, understand what delights him, and then when you talk to your consumer in an engaging way, a relatable way, you really are being an ambassador for them and they get excited about supporting your business.”
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