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Haleon Canada GM change

Haleon names new Canada head

Haleon Canada has appointed Daniela Cavinatto as its new General Manager.
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The essentials
  • Cavinatto brings over 25 years of global leadership experience and has a history of growing consumer businesses.
  • She previously led the LEGO Group in Canada and has held roles across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Cavinatto’s background

Daniela Cavinatto begins her role at Haleon with over 25 years of global leadership experience. She has demonstrated a consistent ability to drive business growth and lead transformative initiatives across complex markets. Before joining Haleon, she served as General Manager, Canada for The LEGO Group, where she successfully redefined market strategies, improved customer relationships, and optimized key commercial investments. Across her career, she has held leadership roles in North America, Latin America, and Europe. Her professional experience spans diverse areas, including general management, sales, marketing, customer development, e-commerce, retail operations, and supply chain management.

Her leadership style, rooted in fostering transformation and developing strong teams, has positioned her to bring a unique combination of commercial skills, operational discipline, and global insight. This experience aligns well with Haleon’s ambitions for Canada, where Cavinatto is expected to leverage her expertise to enhance the company’s market presence.

Haleon’s expectations

Nathalie Gerschtein, President of Haleon for North America, highlighted Cavinatto’s track record. She noted it involves unlocking growth and delivering results in dynamic markets. Gerschstein emphasized that Canada is a vital growth region for Haleon. She added that Cavinatto’s strong commercial background is crucial. Her global perspective will build on the company’s existing momentum. The company aims to reinforce its leadership in the consumer health market. It plans to expand its line of trusted brands. The company also seeks to fulfill its mission of promoting better everyday health with humanity.

Gerschtein expressed confidence in Cavinatto’s ability to lead the Canadian business forward, welcoming her to the North American Leadership Team. She looks forward to collaborating with Cavinatto as Haleon strengthens its brand portfolio and advances its goals in the health and wellness sector.

Cavinatto’s vision for Haleon Canada

Cavinatto shared her enthusiasm for the new role. She described the opportunity as a

She emphasized the significance of the company’s portfolio in the market. She noted that six out of ten Canadian households depend on at least one of Haleon’s well-known brands. This level of consumer trust and reach makes leading the business a

Cavinatto expressed excitement about the future, eager to work with the dedicated team, customers, and partners at Haleon Canada. She is committed to driving growth, fostering innovation, and building on the company’s strong market position in the country.

About Haleon

Haleon is a globally recognized consumer company focused on advancing better everyday health for individuals around the world. The company operates across three core categories: Oral Health, Over-the-Counter (OTC), and Wellness. Haleon’s extensive brand portfolio includes well-established names such as Advil, Buckley’s, Centrum, Emergen-C, Sensodyne, TUMS, Voltaren, and more.

These brands are built on a foundation of trusted science, innovation, and a deep understanding of consumer needs. For further details about Haleon and its brands, visit the company’s official website or contact MediaCanada@haleon.com for media inquiries. A photo related to this announcement is available at the provided link.

“I am energized by the road ahead and excited to work alongside our talented team, customers and partners as we continue to grow, innovate and build on Haleon’s strong momentum in Canada.”

Frequently asked questions

What is Daniela Cavinatto's role at Haleon?

Daniela Cavinatto begins her role at Haleon with over 25 years of global leadership experience.

What company did Daniela Cavinatto work for before Haleon?

Before joining Haleon, she served as General Manager, Canada for The LEGO Group.

What are Haleon's core categories?

Haleon operates across three core categories: Oral Health, Over-the-Counter (OTC), and Wellness.

Based on reporting by Financial Post, compiled by the Tradingbird newsroom. Published 04 Aug 2026, 13:32.
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