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BOULDER, Colo. — Charlotte’s Web has named David Panter as chief operating officer. He brings over 20 years of global supply chain experience at leading cosmetic, agriculture, pharmaceutical, medical device and consumer packaged goods companies, including Estée Lauder Co., Luxottica Retail, Campbell Soup Co. and Tyco Healthcare/Covidien.
Most recently, at Estée Lauder, Panter was responsible for optimizing the global supply chain including the manufacturing locations and distribution networks in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. Throughout his career, he has led manufacturing facilities, quality, distribution and warehouse locations across multiple product categories and has been responsible for transforming operations through continuous improvement, coaching, strategy development and tactical execution.
Panter, who will be overseeing the company’s brand new 137,000-square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility, which includes production, extraction, quality engineering, environmental health and safety, supply planning, process and facility engineering, contract manufacturing, continuous improvement and customer fulfillment operations, will report directly to Charlotte’s Web’s chief executive officer Deanie Elsner.
“David’s proven track record in global supply chain optimization and operational excellence across multiple industries makes him a valuable and timely addition to our top-tier management team,” said Elsner. “We think he is a natural fit for Charlotte’s Web as we map out our global strategy for international expansion.”