Lawrence Kurzius — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as Executive Chairman at McCormick & Company, a global leader in flavor.
Served as CEO of McCormick & Company from February 2016 to September 2024.
Was Chairman of the Board at McCormick & Company from February 2017 to December 2024, and continues as an independent board member.
Joined McCormick & Company through its acquisition of Zatarain’s, where he was President and CEO.
Held various executive management roles at McCormick & Company, including President of U.S. Consumer Foods, President of Europe, Middle East and Africa, President of International Businesses, President of Global Consumer and Chief Administrative Officer, and President and Chief Operating Officer.
Holds an AB in Economics.

Biography

Lawrence Kurzius is the Executive Chairman at McCormick & Company, a global leader in flavor. He previously served as the company's CEO from February 2016 to September 2024. He also held the position of Chairman of the Board from February 2017 to December 2024, and continues to serve as a director until March 2025. As an independent board member, he has experience as Chairman of two public companies and has served on audit, compensation, and nominating-governance committees.