Central Garden & Pet announces executive transition

Stuart W. Booth, executive vice president, chief financial officer and secretary of Central Garden & Pet, will be assuming a new role within the company upon the successful completion of the search for a successor for the CFO position. In his new capacity, Mr. Booth will act as a consultant to the company for key corporate projects. Mr. Booth has advised the company that during the next phase of his career, he intends to make himself available for significant positions with other, non-competing companies, including serving as an outside director and performing other financial consulting work, as well as continuing his association with Central Garden & Pet.