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Stanley Black & Decker names COO Christopher Nelson as next CEO effective Oct 1, 2025
STANLEY BLACK & DECKER, INC.
- Christopher Nelson, current COO and President of Tools & Outdoor, appointed President & CEO and Board member, effective October 1, 2025.
- Donald Allan Jr. becomes Executive Chairman on Oct 1, 2025, with planned retirement on September 30, 2026; Andrea Ayers becomes Lead Independent Director.
- Nelson receives $1.3M base salary, 160% target bonus, and $10.345M annual equity awards for 2026; severance equals 2x salary plus bonus.
- Allan receives $1.1M base salary, 150% target bonus, $6M annual equity for 2026, and benefits until age 65.
- Company reaffirms Q2 2025 GAAP and adjusted EPS expected better than prior 2025 planning assumptions from Q1 earnings call.
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