BIC: Evolution of Société BIC’s Board of Directors composition

16 Dec 2025 17:45 CET

 Evolution of Société BIC’s Board of Directors composition

Clichy, France – December 16, 2025 – During its meeting held today, and upon recommendation of the Nominations, Governance and CSR Committee, the Board of Directors unanimously decided to coopt Karen Guerra to replace Carole Callebaut Piwnica who, for personal reasons, asked to be discharged from her role as Independent Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee and member of the Nominations, Governance and CSR Committee.

Karen Guerra, whose cooptation will be submitted for ratification at the next Shareholders’ Meeting of May 2026, was also appointed Chair of the Remuneration Committee and member of the Nominations, Governance and CSR Committee.

Karen Guerra is a seasoned expert in the industrial and consumer goods sectors with extensive experience in both operational executive roles and Board governance. Karen has held senior positions for over two decades in leading companies such as PepsiCo and Colgate-Palmolive, where she was President and CEO, France. She also held various Board member positions at global companies including Amcor, Campari, RS Components (previously known as Electrocomponents) and Swedish Match. She is currently Director and member of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee of British American Tobacco since 2020. Karen is British and graduated from the University of Manchester.

Edouard Bich, Chair of the Board of Directors, said: “On behalf of the Board, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Carole Callebaut Piwnica for her dedication and active contributions to the work of the Board, the Remuneration Committee and the Nominations, Governance and CSR Committee. We are delighted to welcome Karen Guerra, who will bring her deep industry knowledge and experienced leadership, which will be key assets for BIC’s Board of Directors.”

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A global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, BIC brings simplicity and joy to everyday life. For 80 years, BIC’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable, and trusted products has established BIC as a symbol of reliability and innovation. With a presence in over 160 countries, and over 13,000 team members worldwide, BIC’s portfolio includes iconic brands and products such as BIC® 4-Color™, BodyMark®, Cristal®, Inkbox®, BIC Kids®, Lucky™, Rocketbook®, Tattly®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, Djeep®, EZ Load™, EZ Reach®, BIC® Flex™, Soleil®, Tangle Teezer® and more. Listed on Euronext Paris and included in the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes, BIC is also recognized for its steadfast commitments to sustainability and education. For more, visit www.corporate.bic.com and to see BIC’s full range of products visit www.bic.com. Follow BIC on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.

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