Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) member Scotts Miracle-Gro this week announced a major leadership transition, with Jim Hagedorn stepping down as CEO and board chairman after nearly 40 years with the Marysville-based company, including 25 years as CEO. Nate Baxter, who joined Scotts in 2023 as part of the company’s succession planning, has been named CEO, while Pete Shumlin will serve as board chair.

“Jim Hagedorn helped turn a Marysville company into a household name while keeping Scotts Miracle-Gro deeply rooted in Ohio,” said OMA President Ryan Augsburger. “That kind of long-term leadership matters. We congratulate Jim on an extraordinary career, and we look forward to working with Nate Baxter as Scotts continues to grow, invest and lead from Ohio.” 6/30/2026