Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• The meeting opened with a welcome from the Chairman, President, and CEO, outlining the agenda and introducing board members and new director Christopher Boerner.

• The formal business included five voting items, followed by a review of 2025 performance, the 2030 strategy, and a Q&A session.

Board and executive committee updates

• Christopher Boerner, with significant pharmaceutical and healthcare experience, joined the board in 2026.

• Jennifer Daniels, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, is retiring after 11 years of service.

Shareholder proposals

• Proposal to remove diversity from board candidate considerations was presented and debated; the board opposed it, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives.

• Proposal for an independent board chairman was discussed; the board recommended against it, citing effective current governance and flexibility.