INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Dec 19, 2024) – Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, announced today the promotion of Naomi Furgiuele to VP of Product Development.
“Naomi is well-equipped to take on this new role, and she will be a key driver in advancing our product vision as we continue to grow and evolve,” said Lucas Oil CEO Morgan Lucas. “In her new role, she will oversee our product development strategy, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure we continue delivering exceptional products that meet the needs of our customers.”
Furgiuele joined Lucas Oil earlier this year as a Senior Product Manager, bringing more than 20 years of experience driving business growth and leading innovation. She most recently served as General Manager and Chief Innovation Officer at Ignite Venture Studio, where she co-built four digital native startups in healthcare and beauty, securing over $25 million in funding and quadrupling the value of the portfolio within three years. She also co-founded Small World Brands, successfully launching Nuria Beauty and other brands globally, driving consistent growth.
Prior to these roles, Furgiuele spent 16 years with Johnson & Johnson, holding senior leadership positions across R&D and strategy. She spearheaded a global innovation pipeline valued at over $600 million for skincare brands like Neutrogena and Aveeno, and identified billion-dollar growth opportunities in therapeutic skincare and diabetes care. Furgiuele’s expertise spans consumer insights, technical product design, marketing strategy, and cross-functional leadership, making her a perfect fit for her expanded role at Lucas Oil.
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