Roots Corporation announced the appointment of Leslie Golts as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Leslie joins Roots bringing with her over 15 years of marketing and communications leadership, with a distinguished career working across some of the world's most iconic global beauty brands. Prior to joining Roots, Leslie served as the General Manager and Head of Marketing for Unilever Canada's Beauty & Wellness Business Unit.

In this role, she was instrumental in driving profitable growth and ensuring brand success across diverse categories, including Hair, Skincare, Vitamins, and Enhanced hydration. Leslie's leadership at Unilever Canada showcased her ability to navigate and succeed in dynamic market environments. Before her tenure at Unilever Canada, Leslie played a key role in the development and execution of celebrated global campaigns for the Dove brand, earning her a reputation as a highly awarded Marketing Executive.

Her track record includes building iconic brands across North America and various international markets. Prior to her time at Unilever, Leslie held management positions at L'Oreal Canada, further enriching her industry expertise. Leslie holds a BBA with Distinction from the Schulich School of Business at York University.