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Ben Gadbois
Chief Executive Officer & President at Instant Brands
Ben J. Gadbois is the President and CEO of Instant Brands, a company that designs, manufactures, and markets a global portfolio of iconic consumer lifestyle brands including Instant Pot, Corelle, Pyrex, Snapware, CorningWare, Visions, and Chicago Cutlery.1 He has over 30 years of global business management and leadership experience.3
Gadbois was appointed as President and CEO of Corelle Brands (now Instant Brands) in June 2020.4 In his role, he is responsible for leading the company's strategic vision and global core growth strategies.5 Prior to joining Instant Brands, Gadbois held an executive position at Spin Master.4
Under his leadership, Instant Brands has faced challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chain crisis, and recent financial difficulties. In June 2023, the company initiated a voluntary court-supervised process to strengthen its financial position.1
Gadbois emphasizes the importance of understanding financials, assessing talent, focusing on innovation, and maintaining a consumer-centric approach in business.2 His leadership style prioritizes integrity and maintaining an open mindset.2
