Kenvue breaks ground on NJ headquarters

Written on: April 30, 2024 by SprayTM

On April 24, Kenvue hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new 290,000 sq. ft. global headquarters in Summit, NJ, recognizing the start of construction of its 100,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art Science & Innovation Lab. Kenvue expects to open its new global headquarters in 2025.

Breaking ground on Kenvue global headquarters in Summit, N.J. on April 24, 2024, from left: Chief People Officer for Kenvue, Luani Alvarado; CEO of NJEDA, Tim Sullivan; Chief Scientific Officer for Kenvue, Caroline Tillett; New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy; CEO of Kenvue, Thibaut Mongon; Mayor of Summit, Elizabeth Fagan; Gov. Murphy’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Eric Brophy; and Kenvue COO Meri Stevens. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images)

Joined by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, and other State and local officials, Kenvue CEO Thibaut Mongon provided insight into the company’s future global headquarters, which will serve as a collaborative innovation hub and sustainable, digital-first workplace inspired by the Kenvue’s commitment to everyday care.

“New Jersey has played an integral role in the success of our iconic brands for more than 135 years, and we are thrilled to strengthen our connection with the state through our new, cutting-edge, world headquarters in Summit,” said Mongon.

“Ensuring that New Jersey is a place where the world’s leading companies want to lay a foundation, expand operations and succeed has been a priority of my administration since I took office,” said Governor Murphy.

“Given our robust health sector ecosystem, unparalleled scientific workforce, and long history of life-changing innovation, we are thrilled that Kenvue and its iconic brands are calling New Jersey home,” he added.

Noted Mayor Fagan, “We are delighted to welcome Kenvue to our vibrant Summit community. Summit’s reputation as a hub for innovation and business excellence, combined with our access to top-tier talent, makes it the perfect location for Kenvue to call home. We are excited to collaborate closely with Kenvue and support the development of their state-of-the-art facilities.”

Kenvue has a more than 135-year history in New Jersey.