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Krista McDonough Kubida Joins The Wella Company as Chief Legal Officer

She joins from Capri Holdings Limited, an NYSE-listed global fashion luxury group where she served in the same capacity.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

Happi Top 50 Company The Wella Company has named Krista McDonough Kubida the company’s chief legal officer, effective June 29, 2026.

Kubida will serve as a key member of the Wella Leadership Team and will be based in New York City. She succeeds Kathy Leo, who announced her retirement earlier this year.

“We are thrilled to welcome Krista to The Wella Company,” said Calvin McDonald, chief executive officer. “She brings deep expertise across brand- and product-led consumer companies, a strong commercial mindset, and extensive experience supporting businesses through periods of evolution. Her proven ability to partner with leadership teams and boards while establishing a high-performing legal organization will be invaluable as we build on our momentum and shape the future of beauty together.”

Tenures at Capri Holdings and Beyond

Kubida joins from Capri Holdings Limited, an NYSE-listed global fashion luxury group and home to brands, including Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo, where she served as chief legal and sustainability officer.

During her nearly 15-year tenure, Kubida was instrumental in driving significant transactions and company-wide initiatives, while supporting Capri’s global retail, wholesale, and eCommerce expansion. She began her career as a corporate, capital markets, and securities attorney at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, where she advised public companies and private equity clients on complex transactions and securities matters.

Kubida cited the company’s brand heritage, entrepreneurial spirit and performance-based culture as attributes that resonated with her.

“I look forward to serving as a strategic partner to Calvin and the leadership team to foster innovation and growth while reinforcing strong governance to support lasting impact for our professional customers and consumers,” she concluded.

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