MENU About us Home > About us Who we are We’re 40,000+ entrepreneurs, all inspired by a vision of a world where people are healthier and live better. At the heart of our rapidly growing consumer health business is a passionate desire to help people feel better. We invest in research and development to find ways for people to look after themselves, their families and homes. Why we’re here We believe there's a better way to do business – we like to call it 'betterbusiness'. Socially, environmentally and financially, we act responsibly and sustainably. We believe passionately in doing things the right way, and we believe the better way helps us deliver high quality products that touch consumers each and every day. Health is no longer just the absence of illness, it’s being able to lead a fitter and happier life. Our responsibility is to help people achieve this, while making the right kind of social and environmental impact. That’s what we call betterbusiness. What we stand for We follow a set of values that help us realise our purpose and vision. Responsibility Ownership Entrepreneurship Achievement Partnership How we help Life is changing, getting faster and more demanding. We provide solutions that help people deal with these new challenges. This is why we’re one of the fastest growing companies in one of the fastest growing markets – we drive consumer health forward through innovation. In fact, we've redefined the consumer health market by combining our in-depth consumer knowledge with the speed of decision making we’ve gained in FMCG. Our culture of entrepreneurship puts ideas ahead of hierarchy, so we get the best ideas developed rapidly. This is why our brands are market leaders in most categories. "At RB, innovation and partnership are in our DNA." Carl Clayton, R&D Outside Innovation Strategy Manager Our heritage Our roots stretch back over 150 years. Building our solutions around consumer needs using cutting-edge science has shaped our history of strong financial performance coupled with social responsibility. 1819 – RB begins Isaac and Thomas Reckitt, build the Maud Foster Mill at Boston in Lincolnshire. 1823 – RB begins Johann A. Benckiser founds Benckiser, an industrial chemicals business. 1880 – Mortein 1899 – Lysol 1932 – Dettol 1943 – Air Wick 1948 – Disprin The world's first soluble aspirin and the fruit of many years of research undertaken in difficult conditions in the war years. 1953 – Finish Benckiser acquired Finish in 1987 to complement its Calgonit automatic dishwasher range, which was to launch in 1964. 1956 – Calgon Patented industrial chemicals technology crosses over into home use with this household water softener for the washing machine. 1969 – Veet The depilatory product, which had been on the market since the 1920s, joins the family. 1999 – The new RB Reckitt & Colman and Benckiser merge to become Reckitt Benckiser. 2003 – Save the Children RB joins forces with Save the Children to be its new corporate partner. To date, we’ve raised almost £30 million. 2005 – Cillit Bang Powerful new surface cleaner launches in 68 countries in just one year. Bang! 2006 – Nurofen and Strepsils RB completes the acquisition of Boots Healthcare International, gaining a new platform for growth in the OTC consumer health market. 2007 – Vanish becomes No.1 From its UK launch in 1999, Vanish becomes market leader in 75% of the 57 countries it now sells in, making it No.1 in the world! 2008 – Mucinex RB enters USA’s OTC market when it acquires the country’s No. 1 cough remedy. 2010 – Durex, Scholl Acquisition of SSL International brings two new world-famous, trusted Powerbrands. 2011 – Rakesh Kapoor becomes CEO Company strategy realigns to focus on health and hygiene. 2012 – Schiff Nutrition, MegaRed RB acquires a number of brands including MegaRed, strengthening its position in the growing health and wellness market. 2014 – K-Y The leader in intimate lubricants joins the RB family. Our leadership Our leadership consists of a diverse range of skills and experience from the business world. This provides us with an eclectic but effective mix of outlooks, ensuring stability, expert guidance and stewardship of our unique culture. EXECUTIVE TEAM Led by CEO Rakesh Kapoor, our executive team is responsible for strategic investment, corporate social responsibility, risk management and financial performance. Executive team Global locations We’re truly global. We have operations in over 60 countries worldwide and our products are trusted in most markets across the globe. Explore our global locations 60+ LOCATIONS 6 CONTINENTS 40k EMPLOYEES BACK TO TOP More From About us Contact Executive Committee Recommended For You BRANDS RESPONSIBILITY Please read our legal terms and conditions and privacy statement. © Copyright Reckitt Benckiser Group plc. All rights reserved Reckitt Benckiser Group plc | Registered office at 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH | Registered in England & Wales, No 6270876 SHARE CONTACT FOLLOW RB