Individuals on the Transfer: Q3 2025

dsm-firmenich faucets Jonathan Simon as President of Advantageous Perfume

Jonathan Simon has been appointed President of the Advantageous 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 just lately served as world lead for the Procter & Gamble account. “Jonathan will propel our Advantageous 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 function for twenty years and over 30 years with the corporate. He will probably be succeeded by Christian Stammkoetter, at the moment President of Asia, Center East & Africa at Danone, who will assume the CEO function on March 1, 2026.

“I’m honoured and excited to affix Givaudan in early 2026 and to steer this iconic firm along with the Government 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 Basic Assembly, whereas present Chairman Calvin Grieder will step down.

René Lammers named Chief Analysis & Innovation Officer at Estée Lauder

The Estée Lauder Corporations has appointed René Lammers, Ph.D., as Government 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 medical innovation, upstream applied sciences, scientific affairs, and regulatory technique.

He brings almost 30 years of expertise from PepsiCo, the place he most just lately served as EVP & Chief Science Officer. “René will play a crucial function advancing ELC’s concentrate on transformative innovation by way of its Magnificence Reimagined strategic imaginative and prescient,” the corporate acknowledged. He can even be a part of ELC’s Government Staff as a part of the appointment.

L’Oréal declares 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 function for L’Oréal USA. David Greenberg, at the moment CEO of L’Oréal USA, will grow to be 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 developments and a ardour for his individuals,” stated L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus within the firm’s press announcement.

Different appointments embody 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 the moment main L’Oréal Hong Kong, will be a part of the Prolonged Government 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 Government Committee, reinforcing Beiersdorf’s dedication to pores and skin and wound care as progress pillars.

Beforehand International 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 function

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 in the present day,” 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 progress and solidify its place within the U.S. mass physique care market, the discharge confirmed.

Kang stated she’s honored to steer the model’s subsequent chapter, persevering with to “push boundaries, construct group, and drive sustainable, worthwhile progress.”

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 many years of expertise with the corporate throughout a number of world markets. “I’m honored to tackle this new function 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.