Isis Wu: President of Global Resi. Fire & Safety at Kidde

Isis Wu is President of Global Residential Fire & Safety at Kidde Global Solutions, where she leads a billion global business comprising of top brands like Kidde, one of the world's largest manufacturers of home safety products and North America's #1 home fire safety brand(1). With over two decades of global management and transformation experience, Isis has built an exceptional career spanning prestigious companies including McKinsey & Company, Kimberly-Clark, United Technologies, and Carrier. Isis holds both an M.A. and MBA from Harvard Business School, where she developed the strategic leadership skills that have defined her career. Throughout her professional journey, she has been recognized for her exceptional ability to build high-performing organizations, develop top talent, and drive best-in-class results through strategic vision and innovative approaches. Under Isis's leadership, Kidde has evolved from a traditional safety products manufacturer to a comprehensive home safety ecosystem. She has spearheaded transformational initiatives that combine technological innovation, creative marketing, and social responsibility. Her strategic integration of product development, consumer engagement, and community impact represents a holistic approach to leadership. Isis's influence extends beyond corporate success. She actively champions equality, inclusion, and empowerment of underrepresented groups in business. She was honored as one of Paradigm for Parity's 2021 Women on the Rise, recognizing her commitment to breaking barriers and uplifting other women in the industry. She has enthusiastically supported various employee resource groups, including serving as Chair of Focus Asia at Kimberly-Clark and Executive Sponsor for Kidde's Women's Empowerment ERG at Carrier Corporation. Currently serving on the Fast Company Impact Council, an invitation-only collective of innovative leaders, Isis continues to shape industry conversations around purpose-driven business practices. Her leadership philosophy centers on creating meaningful impact that extends far beyond traditional business metrics, focusing on initiatives that genuinely improve lives and strengthen communities. Outside her professional achievements, Isis is a published author who enjoys channeling her creativity through art and writing while spending quality time with her family.