Group 1 - Haleon has appointed Carl Haney as Chief Research & Development Officer, effective August 1, 2025, following Franck Riot's departure after six years [1][2] - Carl Haney brings 13 years of experience from Estée Lauder and over 20 years from Procter & Gamble, focusing on innovation and R&D in consumer businesses [1][2] - The CEO of Haleon, Brian McNamara, expressed confidence in Haney's ability to drive transformative innovation and contribute to the company's new "Win as One" strategy [2][3] Group 2 - Franck Riot's contributions to Haleon were acknowledged, particularly in advancing the innovation agenda during the company's transition [3] - Carl Haney expressed enthusiasm about joining Haleon at a pivotal time, emphasizing the importance of R&D in achieving the company's goals of enhancing everyday health [3] - Haleon is positioned as a global leader in consumer health, with a diverse product portfolio across six major categories, including Oral Health and Pain Relief [4]