Our Values in Action: Kris Malkoski on the importance of Ownership
About Kristine Malkoski
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.