Heather Nichols Ryks
About Heather Nichols Ryks
Heather Nichols Ryks serves as the Senior Brand Manager for Haircare (Strategy & Innovation) at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Energizer and Johnsonville.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Heather Nichols Ryks has served as the Senior Brand Manager for Haircare (Strategy & Innovation) at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategic initiatives for haircare products. Her position is based in Middleton, Wisconsin, where she has contributed to the brand's growth and innovation within the competitive haircare market.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to her current role, Heather held various positions at Energizer, including Marketing Assistant in Global Strategic Ventures, Customer Development Manager for Target, and Customer Development Analyst. Her experience at Energizer spanned from 2008 to 2015, allowing her to develop a strong foundation in marketing and customer development strategies. Additionally, she worked at Johnsonville in multiple roles, including Sr. Associate Brand Manager for Breakfast and Brand Manager for Innovation.
Education and Expertise
Heather earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, where she studied Marketing, Management, International Business, and Spanish from 2004 to 2008. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Carlson School of Management between 2012 and 2014. Heather also studied International Marketing and Spanish at Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 2007.
Career Development at Johnsonville
At Johnsonville, Heather progressed through several key roles, including Brand Manager for Breakfast and Brand Manager for Innovation. Her tenure at Johnsonville lasted from 2016 to 2020, during which she focused on brand strategy and innovation, contributing to the development of new product lines and enhancing brand presence in the market.
Early Career at Energizer
Heather's early career included multiple roles at Energizer, starting as a U.S. Category Insights and Development Analyst in 2008. She participated in the Trade Marketing Rotational Development Program and worked as a Marketing Assistant in U.S. Shopper Marketing. This diverse experience provided her with a comprehensive understanding of marketing dynamics and consumer insights.