When Molly Battin joined The Home Depot in 2023 as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, she brought with her a career shaped by curiosity, courage, and a deep respect for the power of brand. Now, she’s being recognized by AdAge, a global media publication that’s focused on the marketing and media community, as a member of its 2025 Class of Leading Women. It’s a distinction that speaks not only to her professional accomplishments, but to the values she’s carried with her every step of the way.

With a career that spans some of the world’s most respected brands, Molly has built a reputation as a transformative leader—one who brings clarity to complexity, creativity to strategy, and heart to everything she does.

Since joining the company, Molly has helped to usher in a new era of brand storytelling—launching the “What Are You Working On?”  brand platform, expanding the company’s footprint in live sports, investing in content creation through an in-house production studio, and championing the development of the Orange Apron Media retail media network. She’s also advocated for the use of AI to empower creative teams and drive efficiency, all while staying grounded in the company’s core values.

Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping The Home Depot’s marketing strategy—meeting customers where they are, with the tools, content, and support they need to take on any project.

Looking ahead, Molly is focused on what she calls the “Big Bets”:

• Content that earns attention and builds trust
• Strategic use of influencers who align with the brand’s values
• AI-driven innovation that unlocks creativity
• Enterprise-wide engagement around the upcoming FIFA World Cup
• Continued growth with the Pro contractor