Charter Next Generation Names Todd Herndon Chief Financial Officer

Veteran finance executive brings more than 35 years of financial, commercial, and operational leadership experience

CHICAGO, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Next Generation (CNG), a leading provider of material science solutions, today announced that Todd Herndon has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Herndon brings more than 35 years of financial, commercial, and operational leadership experience across global industrial and consumer manufacturing businesses. Most recently, he served as CFO of Consilio, a global leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services.

"Todd brings the combination of financial leadership, operating experience, and commercial perspective that will be valuable as we continue advancing CNG's strategy and positioning the business for the future," said Kathy Bolhous, Chairman and CEO of CNG. "Throughout his career, he has helped companies strengthen performance, invest for growth, and create long-term value. I'm excited to welcome Todd to our leadership team and look forward to his partnership as we continue building an even stronger CNG."

Previously, Herndon held leadership roles with Diversey, now part of Solenis; Gardner Denver, now part of Ingersoll Rand; and Capital Safety, and began his career with S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. He also brings extensive experience working with leading private equity firms, including KKR, Bain Capital, CD&R, and Stone Point Capital.

As CFO, Herndon will lead CNG's Finance organization and play a key role in shaping the company's financial strategy, capital allocation, and operating discipline. He will serve on CNG's Executive Leadership Team, report directly to Bolhous, and be based at the company's Chicago headquarters.

"CNG has built an impressive business with strong capabilities, a differentiated portfolio, and a culture grounded in ownership," said Herndon. "I'm excited to join the team, contribute to strengthening the business, and work alongside CNG's employee owners as we build on that foundation and support the company's next phase of growth."

Herndon holds an MBA from Marquette University and a bachelor's degree in finance from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.

About Charter Next Generation  

Charter Next Generation (CNG) is a recognized leader in sustainable material science solutions in North America, delivering high-performance specialty films and advanced materials for flexible packaging and other critical applications across the food, consumer goods, industrial, and healthcare markets. With 18 facilities across the U.S. and more than 2,700 employee-owners, we bring together manufacturing excellence and innovation to help address global challenges—from reducing waste and preserving food to advancing equity and promoting climate resilience. As a company with broad-based employee ownership and a proud partner of Ownership Works™, we're committed to creating long-term, sustainable value through shared success. Visit cnginc.com, follow us on LinkedIn, or contact [email protected]. 

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