Central Garden & Pet Company, founded in 1955, is a Nasdaq‐listed manufacturer and marketer of a wide range of pet and garden products distributed through extensive wholesale and retail networks. Under the guidance of CEO Michael R. Johnson, the company serves over 40,000 retail customers and holds an estimated 10-12% market share in its segments. It continues to advance its competitive position by expanding into digital commerce and investing in product innovation. These strategic initiatives position the company for continued growth in a competitive consumer discretionary sector.