Allergan appoints Dawn Hudson to board

IRVINE, Calif. Allergan on Friday named Dawn Hudson to the company’s board, effective Jan. 28. Hudson is the former president and chief executive officer of Pepsi-Cola North America. In addition, Hudson served as chief executive officer of the PepsiCo foodservice division, which integrated the relevant units of PCNA and Frito-Lay North America with the Quaker, Tropicana and Gatorade brands.

"Hudson’s expertise and insights as a pioneer in brand development and consumer behavior will further strengthen Allergan’s leadership skills in consumer marketing," stated David Pyott, Allergan's chairman and chief executive officer. “Building on Allergan’s success record in developing and expanding markets, I am confident Ms. Hudson will add significant value in evaluating innovative practices and channels to help drive greater consumer awareness and appeal for Allergan’s core products.”

Hudson will initially serve as a member of the audit and finance committee and the organization and compensation committee.

Previously, Hudson served as vice chair of the American Beverage Association. She currently sits on the board of Lowe’s home improvement stores and is chairman of the Ladies Professional Golf Association.