Woodward Appoints Ron Charles as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD), a leader in aerospace and industrial energy control solutions, has appointed Ron Charles as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 9, 2024. Charles will lead Woodward's overall human resources function, including organizational capability, talent management, and diversity initiatives. With over 25 years of HR experience, Charles joins Woodward from Chemours, where he served as CHRO for seven years. He will report directly to CEO Chip Blankenship and play a important role in building Woodward's talent powerhouse and workplace culture. Charles holds an MBA in Human Resource Management and has a strong track record in leading global HR teams that support business objectives.

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• Appointment of an experienced HR executive with over 25 years in the field
• Potential for improved talent management and organizational capability
• Addition of a new member to the Executive Leadership Team
• Possible enhancement of diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives

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• None.

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD), a leader in aerospace and industrial energy control solutions, today announced the appointment of Ron Charles as its Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 9. In this role, he will lead the company’s overall human resources function, including organizational capability, member experience, talent management, total rewards, and diversity, inclusion and belonging, as well as communications and brand. He will be instrumental in advancing Woodward’s efforts to build its talent powerhouse and create a great place to work. As an Executive Vice President and member of the Woodward Executive Leadership Team, Charles will report directly to the company’s CEO, Chip Blankenship.

Charles joins Woodward with over 25 years of experience in Human Resources. His most recent position was CHRO at Chemours, where he spent seven years in progressively senior roles. In this capacity, he achieved significant milestones in talent strategy and optimization, staffing, labor relations, HR operational excellence, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Prior to this, Charles served as Vice President and HR Business Partner at Chemours, where he led initiatives in labor relations, culture, and talent strategies. His career also includes HR leadership roles at Phillips 66 and Albemarle Corporation.

“Ron has a strong track record leading high-performing global HR teams that have supported business objectives. I’m looking forward to having him on the leadership team as we continue to build our organizational capability and create a great place to work for current and future members,” said Woodward Chair and CEO, Chip Blankenship.

Charles has a bachelor’s degree in management from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and an MBA in Human Resource Management from the University of North Texas. He is also involved in community initiatives and served on the Board for the Serviam Girls Academy in Delaware. He will be relocating to Fort Collins with his family.

About Woodward, Inc.
Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Our purpose is to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. Woodward is a global company headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. Visit our website at www.woodward.com.

Media Contact:
Jennifer Regina 970-559-8840
jennifer.regina@woodward.com

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FAQ

Who is Ron Charles and what is his new role at Woodward (WWD)?

Ron Charles is the newly appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Woodward (WWD), effective September 9, 2024. He will lead the company's overall human resources function and report directly to CEO Chip Blankenship.

What experience does Ron Charles bring to Woodward (WWD)?

Ron Charles brings over 25 years of HR experience to Woodward (WWD). He previously served as CHRO at Chemours for seven years and has held HR leadership roles at Phillips 66 and Albemarle

What are Ron Charles' main responsibilities at Woodward (WWD)?

At Woodward (WWD), Ron Charles will lead organizational capability, member experience, talent management, total rewards, diversity and inclusion initiatives, as well as communications and brand. He will focus on building the company's talent powerhouse and creating a great workplace.

When does Ron Charles start his new position at Woodward (WWD)?

Ron Charles will start his new position as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Woodward (WWD) on September 9, 2024.