Board of Directors

David M. Foulkes joined Brunswick Corporation in 2007. In 2019, Mr. Foulkes was appointed Chief Executive Officer and in March 2025 he was appointed Chairman of the Brunswick Board of Directors.

Prior to his Chief Executive Officer role, Mr. Foulkes served as President – Brunswick Marine Consumer Solutions, as well as Brunswick’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

Mr. Foulkes held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility at Brunswick’s Mercury Marine division since the start of his employment in 2007, including Vice President of Product Development and Engineering and President of Mercury Racing.

Before beginning his Brunswick career, Mr. Foulkes spent 18 years with Ford Motor Company in a series of senior roles. He also worked with Shell Exploration and the Ministry of Defense, both in the United Kingdom. Mr. Foulkes has a bachelor’s degree in aeronautics and a master’s degree in structural and fluid mechanics from Imperial College in London.

Mr. Foulkes serves as a Trustee for Shedd Aquarium and is a Director of Vontier Corporation.

Nancy E. Cooper joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in 2013.

As the former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of CA Technologies (now a Broadcom Company), Ms. Cooper brings financial acumen and technology experience to the Brunswick Board of Directors. Ms. Cooper’s extensive experience as Chief Financial Officer and her other financial leadership roles for several companies, as well as her service on the audit committees of other public companies, assists the board in several areas including finance, internal controls and audit matters.

Ms. Cooper served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of CA Technologies, Inc. from 2006 to 2011, which was one of the largest independent software corporations in the world. She was also the Chief Financial Officer of IMS Health, Inc., a global information and technology services company, from 2001 to 2006.

Ms. Cooper serves as a Director of Aptiv PLC. Ms. Cooper previously served as Director of Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, The Mosaic Company and Teradata Corporation. Ms. Cooper held the position of Non-Executive Board Chair of Brunswick Corporation from 2020 to 2025.

David C. Everitt joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in September 2012. Mr. Everitt was named Lead Independent Director March 2025.

As the former President of Deere & Company’s largest division, Mr. Everitt brings his engineering experience, global expertise, and extensive knowledge of dealer and distribution issues to the Brunswick Board. Mr. Everitt had a long career with Deere & Company. From 2001 to 2006 he was President, Agricultural Division—Europe, Africa, South America, and Global Harvesting Equipment Sourcing. From 2006 to 2009, Mr. Everitt served as President, Agricultural Division—North America, Australia, Asia, and Global Tractor and Implement Sourcing.

Presently he serves as a Director for Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc., Corteva, Inc., and Enviri Corporation (formally Harsco Corporation) and previously served as Director of Nutrien Ltd. and Agrium Inc.

Reginald Fils-Aimé joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in January 2021.

With over 15 years at Nintendo of America, Inc., including 13 years as its President and COO. Mr. Fils-Aimé has transformed companies, revitalized brands and reshaped various industries. In addition to Nintendo, Mr. Fils-Aimé spent time as the Senior Vice President of Marketing for MTV Networks’ VH1 cable channel and held leadership roles at a variety of global companies such as Procter & Gamble and Pizza Hut. Mr. Fils-Aimé graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor’s degree in applied economics and management and currently serves on the Cornell University Council.

Mr. Fils-Aimé currently serves as a Director of Spin Master Corporation and previously served as a Director of Game Stop Corporation and Chairman of UTA Acquisition Corp.

Lauren P. Flaherty joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in December 2018.

An experienced leader who has served a diverse profile of companies, from globally recognized technology leaders to high-growth Silicon Valley innovators, Ms. Flaherty brings extensive experience and strategic planning skills to Brunswick's Board. Ms. Flaherty's experience assists the board in several areas including marketing, technology and global operations. 

Ms. Flaherty was Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at CA Technologies, a global developer of enterprise software products and services, which was acquired by Broadcom in November, 2018. Ms. Flaherty was the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President at Juniper Networks, Inc. from 2009 to 2013, and was the Chief Marketing Officer of Nortel Networks from 2006 to 2009. Prior to her CMO roles, Ms. Flaherty had a 25-year career at IBM where she held various executive marketing positions and was a member of the senior leadership team.

Ms. Flaherty is on the Board of Trustees, IYRS School of Technology and Trades, an educational institution dedicated to the development of talent in boatbuilding and advanced marine systems. Previously, she served on the Board of Xactly Corporation and served as a Senior Advisor to McKinsey & Company’s Marketing practice.

Joseph W. McClanathan joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in July 2018.

As the former President and Chief Executive Officer of a global leader in power solutions, Mr. McClanathan brings extensive expertise in manufacturing, sales and marketing, and international business operations to the board. Mr. McClanathan also provides a unique insight into customer solutions and assists management and the board through his significant experience with financial issues, human resources, executive compensation and strategic planning.

From 2004 to 2012, Mr. McClanathan served as President and Chief Executive Officer for Household Products Division of Energizer Holdings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of primary batteries, portable flashlights, and lanterns.

From 1999 to 2004, Mr. McClanathan was President of North America, Energizer Holdings. He previously served in various leadership roles at Ralston Purina, prior to the Energizer spinoff, including Vice President – Chief Technology Officer of Eveready Battery Company, Vice President - General Manager of Energizer Power Systems, and Director – Trade Marketing of Eveready Battery Company.

Mr. McClanathan currently serves as a Director for Leggett and Platt.

David V. Singer joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in December 2013.

As the former Chief Executive Officer of a maker and global marketer of snack foods and through his director and public company audit committee roles, Mr. Singer brings extensive management and financial experience to the board, as well as experience in supply chain, manufacturing, logistics and distribution. Mr. Singer’s experience in corporate finance, governance and acquisitions is beneficial to the board in several areas including oversight of external auditors and internal controls.

From 2010 to 2013, Mr. Singer served as Chief Executive Officer of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a leading snack food company. He was President and Chief Executive Officer of Lance, Inc. from 2005 to 2010 and held the titles of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated from 2001 to 2005.

Presently, Mr. Singer is a Director at Performance Food Company, and previously served as a Director of Flowers Foods, Inc., Hanesbrands, Inc., Lance, Inc., Synder’s-Lance, Inc. and SPX Flow.

J. Steven Whisler joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in October 2007.

As the former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of a mining and manufacturing company with operations on several continents, Mr. Whisler has extensive experience with international business operations and regulatory compliance matters. Additionally, Mr. Whisler’s background enables him to provide strategic advice and guidance to Brunswick’s management and board regarding finances, human resources and risk oversight matters.

From 2000 to 2007, Mr. Whisler served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Phelps Dodge Corporation, a mining and manufacturing company. Mr. Whisler was employed by Phelps Dodge Corporation and served in several positions since 1976, including President and Chief Operating Officer.

Mr. Whisler is a Director of CSX Corporation. Previously, Mr. Whisler served as a Director of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation, U.S. Airways Group, Inc. and International Paper.

Roger J. Wood joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in October 2012.

As the former Co-Chief Executive Officer of one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers and marketers of ride performance and clean air products and systems, Mr. Wood brings substantial expertise regarding manufacturing, technology and customer solutions to Brunswick’s Board. Mr. Wood’s experience at Tenneco, Dana Holding Corporation and another Tier-1 automotive supplier provide unique insight and significant knowledge to the board in the areas of manufacturing operations, business management, global operations and strategic planning.

From 2018 to 2020, Mr. Wood served as Co-Chief Executive Officer of Tenneco Inc. In 2018, he was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fallbrook Technologies Inc., a privately held technology developer and manufacturer.

From 2011 to 2015, Mr. Wood served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Dana Holding Corporation. Prior, Mr. Wood was the group President of BorgWarner Inc., a worldwide automotive industry components and parts supplier, where he also served as an Executive Vice President and President of BorgWarner Turbo Systems Inc. and BorgWarner Emissions Systems Inc. 

Mr. Wood currently serves on the Board of PHINIA, Inc. and GoodYear Tire & Rubber Company. Mr. Wood previously served as a Director of Tenneco Inc. and Fallbrook Technologies Inc.

MaryAnn Wright joined the Brunswick Board of Directors in June 2021.

Ms. Wright is a successful executive with more than 30 years of experience building high-performing teams and delivering outstanding results. Ms. Wright spent the first 18 years of her career at Ford Motor Company, where she held roles of increasing responsibility in finance, program management, engineering, product launch and assembly plant leadership, and as the Director of Sustainable Mobility Technologies. Ms. Wright was also the Chief Engineer of the Ford Escape Hybrid, the industry’s first hybrid-electric SUV and the North American International Auto Show “2005 Truck of the Year.” Ms. Wright also led the launch of Ford’s first hydrogen-powered fuel cell fleet program. Ms. Wright was also the former group Vice President of Global Engineering & Product Development, Power Solutions at Johnson Controls International.

Ms. Wright earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and international business and a master’s degree in engineering from the University of Michigan. Ms. Wright earned her Master of Business Administration in finance from Wayne State University.

Ms. Wright serves as a Director for Group1 Automotive Inc. (GPI), and Micron Technology and Solid Power. Ms. Wright also previously served on the board for Delphi Technologies and Maxim Integrated.