dsm-firmenich faucets Jonathan Simon as President of Superb Perfume
Jonathan Simon has been appointed President of the Superb Perfume enterprise at dsm-firmenich, efficient July 1, 2025. He succeeded Jerry Vittoria, who will retire in July 2026 after a 35-year profession with the corporate.
Simon joined dsm-firmenich in 2020 and most not too long ago served as world lead for the Procter & Gamble account. “Jonathan will propel our Superb Perfume enterprise into a brand new period, set up our management, and proceed our transformation pushed by innovation and sustainability,” stated Emmanuel Butstraen, COO & President of Perfumery & Magnificence at dsm-firmenich.
Givaudan names Christian Stammkoetter as subsequent CEO, Gilles Andrier to retire in 2026
In August, Givaudan introduced that Gilles Andrier will retire as CEO in March 2026, after serving within the position for 20 years and over 30 years with the corporate. He will probably be succeeded by Christian Stammkoetter, at present President of Asia, Center East & Africa at Danone, who will assume the CEO position on March 1, 2026.
“I’m honoured and excited to affix Givaudan in early 2026 and to guide this iconic firm along with the Govt Committee and the Board of Administrators,” stated Stammkoetter. As a part of the succession plan, Andrier will probably be proposed as Chairman of the Board at Givaudan’s 2026 Annual Common Assembly, whereas present Chairman Calvin Grieder will step down.
René Lammers named Chief Analysis & Innovation Officer at Estée Lauder
The Estée Lauder Firms has appointed René Lammers, Ph.D., as Govt Vice President and Chief Analysis & Innovation Officer, efficient October 1, 2025. Reporting to President & CEO Stéphane de La Faverie, Lammers will oversee world R&I, together with scientific innovation, upstream applied sciences, scientific affairs, and regulatory technique.
He brings almost 30 years of expertise from PepsiCo, the place he most not too long ago served as EVP & Chief Science Officer. “René will play a important position advancing ELC’s deal with transformative innovation by way of its Magnificence Reimagined strategic imaginative and prescient,” the corporate acknowledged. He may even be part of ELC’s Govt Group as a part of the appointment.
L’Oréal broadcasts main management reshuffle, names new execs throughout world areas
L’Oréal has unveiled a broad slate of govt appointments efficient January 1, 2026, together with the creation of a brand new Chairman position for L’Oréal USA. David Greenberg, at present CEO of L’Oréal USA, will turn into Chairman, whereas Alexis Perakis-Valat, President of the Client Merchandise Division, will succeed him as CEO of L’Oréal USA and President of North America.
“David’s transformative management… has been actually distinctive, marked by excellent enterprise outcomes, a eager eye for rising tendencies and a ardour for his individuals,” stated L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus within the firm’s press announcement.
Different appointments embrace Fabrice Megarbane, who will take over as President of the Client Merchandise Division; Vianney Derville turns into Chief Progress Officer; and Emmanuel Goulin is known as President of Europe. Eva Yu, at present main L’Oréal Hong Kong, will be part of the Prolonged Govt Committee as President of Journey Retail.
Beiersdorf appoints Burcu Andreae-Nehlsen as President of Derma & Well being Care
Beiersdorf has named Burcu Andreae-Nehlsen as President of Derma & Well being Care, overseeing manufacturers together with Eucerin, Aquaphor, Hansaplast, CURITAS, and Elastoplast. She additionally joins the corporate’s Govt Committee, reinforcing Beiersdorf’s dedication to pores and skin and wound care as development pillars.
Beforehand World Head of Innovation Pores and skin Care & Cleaning at L’Oréal, Andreae-Nehlsen brings a powerful background in model technique and dermatological innovation. “For me, that is greater than only a job — it’s a mission to form the way forward for pores and skin well being with our iconic manufacturers,” she stated.
eos Merchandise promotes Soyoung Kang to President in newly created position
eos Merchandise has named Soyoung Kang as President, marking a serious milestone for the fast-growing Gen Z-focused magnificence model. Kang, who joined eos in 2018 as Chief Advertising & Innovation Officer, will now oversee the corporate’s full business technique, P&L, and enterprise efficiency.
“Soyoung has been instrumental in shaping eos into the cultural powerhouse and business success it’s right now,” stated eos Founder & CEO Jonathan Teller in an organization press launch. Her management has helped eos ship 14 straight quarters of double-digit retail gross sales development and solidify its place within the U.S. mass physique care market, the discharge confirmed.
Kang stated she’s honored to guide the model’s subsequent chapter, persevering with to “push boundaries, construct neighborhood, and drive sustainable, worthwhile development.”
Schwarzkopf hair care producer Henkel names Rajat Agarwal President of North America area
Henkel appointed Rajat Agarwal as President of the North America area, efficient July 1, 2025. He succeeded Pernille Lind Olsen, who’s departing to pursue new alternatives in Denmark.
Agarwal, who additionally serves as Company Vice President of Packaging for Henkel Adhesive Applied sciences, brings almost three a long time of expertise with the corporate throughout a number of world markets. “I’m honored to tackle this new position at Henkel after 28 years with the corporate,” stated Agarwal. Primarily based in New Jersey, he’ll lead regional operations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.
