Conair LLC named Willi Candra to the new company post of chief digital and technology officer.
Candra joined Conair from Kimball International, a commercial furnishings company for which he led the company’s digital and omnichannel transformation as chief digital and information officer. Prior to his work at Kimball, Candra held digital and technology leadership positions at Newell Brands.
In the newly created position at Conair, Candra will lead a digital team under which IT and business support teams have been consolidated to build and accelerate digital capabilities, including data analytics and program management, according to the company.
“I am excited to welcome a thoughtful leader like Willi to the Conair team,” said Conair President and CEO Kristi Juster. “I am confident that Willi’s leadership, along with our new organizational structure, will bring increased rigor and help accelerate our business at all levels.”
Conair develops and markets personal care and small kitchen appliances, cookware, hair care accessories, cosmetic bags and travel accessories under such brands as Conair, Cuisinart, Babyliss, Scunci and Waring.
