michael a. todman BIOGRAPHY
Professional Background:
Mr. Todman served as Vice Chairman of Whirlpool Corporation, a global home appliance company, from November 2014 until his retirement in December 2015, and as a member of Whirlpool’s Board of Directors for nine years. Prior to that, Mr. Todman was President, Whirlpool International, from 2009 to 2014 and President, Whirlpool North America, from 2007 to 2009. Mr. Todman joined Whirlpool in 1993 and served in various capacities, including management, operations, sales and marketing positions in North America and Europe.
Before joining Whirlpool, Mr. Todman served in a variety of roles of increasing responsibility with Wang Laboratories, Inc., a manufacturer of computer systems, from 1983 to 1993, and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a multinational professional services firm, from 1979 to 1983.
Director Qualifications:
Mr. Todman has broad leadership experience, including leading a $10 billion international business unit at Whirlpool.
Mr. Todman brings strong industry knowledge and marketing experience. He has extensive consumer experience from Whirlpool and as a director of Newell Brands and Brown‑Forman.
Mr. Todman has comprehensive knowledge of emerging markets and has led strategic growth initiatives for
emerging markets in Asia.
Mr. Todman has extensive public company board and corporate governance experience. He is a director of
Brown‑Forman, Carrier Global Corporation and Prudential, and a former director of Newell Brands and Whirlpool.