Christopher J. Nelson

Chris Nelson is the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President, and President of the Tools & Outdoor business division at Stanley Black & Decker. Chris joined the company in June 2023 and is responsible for streamlining and optimizing its core businesses and portfolio of brands. He also advances the strategic roadmap for Stanley Black & Decker’s $14.4 billion Tools & Outdoor business. Previously, 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 growing the company’s global brands, accelerating digital innovation, and growing segment market share. Chris also 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.