Chris Jones

Chris Jones currently holds the position of VP Innovative Product Development at Altria, since July 2024. Prior to this, a significant tenure at RB included roles such as VP R&D Hygiene and New Jersey Site Leader, overseeing innovation for well-known brands like Lysol and Harpic, as well as leading global teams in various product categories including Aircare and Personal Hygiene. Notable achievements consist of managing large teams, multimillion-dollar budgets, and implementing strategies that led to efficiency gains and product innovation across multiple regions. Chris Jones began a career in product development at PZ Cussons and Reckitt and Colman, after earning a PhD in Organometallic Chemistry from the University of Liverpool.