Strong leadership is essential for driving operational excellence and innovation. Fortune Brands Innovations’ appointment of Mathew Novak as Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, as announced on their website, reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing its global operations. With over 25 years of experience in optimizing supply chains and implementing enterprise systems, Novak is well-positioned to lead strategic sourcing, logistics, and manufacturing efficiency. His promotion, part of a thoughtful succession plan, ensures continuity while advancing Fortune Brands’ mission of transforming spaces into havens. This move highlights the importance of aligning leadership with long-term growth strategies.
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Fortune Brands Names Mathew Novak Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer
Published February 25, 2025, 9:50 AM EST
Fortune Brands Innovations has tapped Mathew Novak—an Army veteran with over 25 years of operational excellence—as its new Executive VP and Chief Supply Chain Officer, placing him at the helm of global sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, planning, and safety. His elevation, born of a thoughtful succession plan, signals a strengthened commitment to operational rigor and reliable growth across the company.
February 25, 2025 – DEERFIELD, Ill
Efficiency, resilience, and strategic alignment remain the bedrock of high-performing businesses. Today, industry leader Fortune Brands Innovations has appointed Matthew Novak as Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, placing a seasoned architect of operational excellence at the helm of its global supply chain. HG Homeclub celebrates this move as a masterful example of leadership succession, integration, and scale readiness—especially instructive for home-service entrepreneurs planning for growth or exit. hghomeclub.com
An Operational Strategist with Purpose and Precision
With over 25 years of supply chain leadership—including significant roles in logistics, manufacturing operations, and enterprise systems implementation—Matt Novak brings a blend of proven expertise and disciplined execution to Fortune Brands. He joined the company in 2020, most recently serving as vice president of global logistics and customer service, following a long tenure at General Electric Lighting. A U.S. Army veteran and West Point graduate, Novak embodies leadership steeped in both operational rigor and cultural depth. hghomeclub.comFortune Brands InnovationsNasdaq
His new mandate spans the full matrix of Fortune Brands’ supply chain: strategic sourcing, manufacturing efficiency and capacity, distribution, planning and logistics, and health & safety. hghomeclub.comNasdaq CEO Nicholas Fink emphasized Novak’s impact, noting: “Since joining FBIN in 2020, Matt has proven himself to be an exceptional leader… unlock[ing] the full potential of the Fortune Brands Advantage.” hghomeclub.com Ron Wilson, his predecessor, will continue to ensure a seamless leadership transition through April. hghomeclub.com
What HG Homeclub Members Should Note
For business owners scaling operations or preparing for leadership transitions, Matt Novak’s promotion serves as a strategic blueprint:
Succession with Stability
Elevating a proven internal leader ensures continuity and reinforces stakeholder confidence—critical during periods of advancement or exit planning.End-to-End Operational Mastery
With control across sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and safety, Fortune Brands positions itself for both resilience and agility—a model HG Homeclub endorses for sustaining elite business value.Leadership Anchored in Culture
Novak’s combination of veteran dignity, operational credibility, and customer focus offers a powerful leadership template for home-service professionals seeking long-term impact.
HG Homeclub’s Supply Chain Leadership Framework
| Strategic Focus | HG Homeclub Advisory Insight |
|---|---|
| Internal Leadership | Cultivate capabilities from within to preserve culture and facilitate smooth transitions. |
| End-to-End Ownership | Empower leaders with full supply chain visibility to optimize efficiency and market readiness. |
| Values-Driven Appointments | Prioritize leaders who combine track records with cultural alignment to sustain growth. |
About HG Homeclub
HG Homeclub is dedicated to guiding home-service business owners—across HVAC, roofing, plumbing, and related sectors—toward operational excellence, leadership maturity, and exit readiness. Through curated frameworks, peer mentoring, and advisory support, we help pave the way for lasting business success and legacy impact.
For tailored insights on building supply chain excellence or strategic succession planning, visit HG Homeclub or connect with our advisory team.