Herbalife Appoints Network Marketing Professional Stephan Gratziani As CEO

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) today announced its Board of Directors has appointed President, Stephan Gratziani as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective May 1, 2025. Michael Johnson, current CEO and Chairman of the Board, will transition to Executive Chairman.

As a former Herbalife independent distributor, Mr. Gratziani built and grew his international business into one of the top global distributorships. For 32 years, he directly navigated and led his organization through changes in technology, business models, changing consumer trends, and industry competition. Since joining Herbalife as the Chief Strategy Officer in August 2023 and President since January 2024, Mr. Gratziani has led key initiatives to transform the business and shift its trajectory.

Michael Johnson, Chairman and CEO said:

“Stephan came into the company and his impact was immediate. As a proven leader, Stephan is the right CEO at the right time to keep our company at the forefront of direct selling and solidify our position as a leader in the health and wellness industry.”

Stephan Gratziani said:

“As the world’s largest active and lifestyle nutrition brand, the impact we have made in the world is truly incredible. Our scale and reach globally puts us in a unique position to become one of the world’s most important health and wellness platforms. Our belief in our business model and the value, service, and opportunity it provides is stronger than ever.”

Mr. Gratziani’s vision for the company’s future will merge Herbalife’s strong distributor network with cutting-edge health and wellness technology, modernize the business, and redefine direct selling.

As part of the planned leadership transition, Herbalife Managing Director of International Markets, Rob Levy, will take on the role of President, Worldwide Markets, also effective May 1, 2025. Mr. Levy has held several senior leadership roles and has led every region during his 30-year tenure with Herbalife. In his current role, Mr. Levy is responsible for all business, strategy, sales, and marketing functions across 43 markets internationally as well as international expansion. All Regional Managing Directors will report to Mr. Levy.

About Herbalife Ltd.

Herbalife (NYSE: HLF) is a premier health and wellness company, community and platform that has been changing people’s lives with great nutrition products and a business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers science-backed products to consumers in more than 90 markets through entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle to live their best life.