Christopher J. Nelson

Chris Nelson is President and Chief Executive Officer of Stanley Black & Decker, a worldwide leader in tools & outdoor industries, headquartered in the United States, with revenues of approximately $15.4 billion. He leads the Company’s approximately 48,000 employees, who strive every day to deliver on its Purpose: For those who make the world.™  The Company’s iconic brands include DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER® and Cub Cadet®. Chris joined the company in 2023 as Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President and President of Tools & Outdoor. In this role, Chris played a pivotal role in optimizing the Company around our core businesses and strong portfolio of brands while advancing the strategic roadmap for our $13.3 billion Tools & Outdoor business.

Prior to joining Stanley Black & Decker, Chris was President of Carrier's flagship heating, ventilation and air-conditioning segment, where he led the global commercial and residential product and service portfolio. He was responsible for driving growth across Carrier’s global brands, accelerating digital innovation and growing segment market share. He has more than 25 years of executive leadership, product development, innovation and growth transformation experience.

In addition, Chris held leadership roles with the U.S. Army, Johnson & Johnson and McKinsey & Company. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and a master's degree in business from Cornell University.