Cosmetic Executive Women
Encyclopedia
Cosmetic Executive Women, commonly abbreviated CEW, is a major trade organization for the cosmetics
, fragrance and personal care industry.
magazine; Leslie Blodgett, CEO of mineral cosmetic company Bare Escentuals; Lisa Price, founder of African American hair care company Carol's Daughter
; Gina Drosos, Global Head of Beauty at Procter & Gamble
; and Alex Keith, an executive with P&G's beauty sector. CEW is also known for its Beauty Awards, where cosmetic, fragrance, skin care, hair care and body care products of various categories are judged for quality and innovation by CEW's members. After a selection of finalist products is announced, the final winning products (and companies) are honored at a gala event in New York City. Many influential cosmetic executives, journalists, and celebrities attend this event, and a CEW Beauty Award is widely recognized as the most prestigious honor a company can receive for its products.
The Executive Committee of the CEW Board of Governors currently comprises Chairwoman Jill Scalamandre of Chrysallis, Inc., President Carlotta Jacobson of CEW, Vice Chairwomen Barbara Kotlikoff of the Steinhardt School at NYU and Heidi Manheimer of Shiseido Cosmetics America, and Treasurer Kelly McPhilliamy of Wells Fargo Securities, LLC.
The CEW Foundation is currently headed by Executive Director Kate Sweeney, Chairwoman Gina Drosos of Procter & Gamble, President Carlotta Jacobson of CEW, and Treasurer Sabine Feldmann of Teen Vogue.
Cosmetics
Cosmetics are substances used to enhance the appearance or odor of the human body. Cosmetics include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toe nail polish, eye and facial makeup, towelettes, permanent waves, colored contact lenses, hair colors, hair sprays and...
, fragrance and personal care industry.
History
CEW was founded in 1954 as a social organization for female executives working in the beauty industry. In 1975, the group expanded, and began focusing on the recognition of the career achievements of women working in the industry. By 1985, CEW established itself as a professional network, offering seminars, speakers, and mentoring to aid its members in career development.Current organization
CEW's membership is presently around 4,000 and now includes both females and males. Most of CEW's members are high-ranking executives of beauty companies or related businesses. Its current lineup of programming for its members includes career workshops, networking events, online mentoring, a beauty career center, speaker series, news forums and industry newsletters.Award programs
CEW has become well known for its recognition programs. One, the Achiever award, is presented to individuals who have demonstrated "strong leadership" in the industry. Previous winners of this award include Linda Wells, the editor in chief of AllureAllure (magazine)
Allure is the leading U.S. women’s beauty magazine, published monthly by Condé Nast in New York City. It was founded in 1991 by editor in chief Linda Wells, who has been at the helm of the magazine ever since. From its inception, the magazine has been widely recognized for its intelligent,...
magazine; Leslie Blodgett, CEO of mineral cosmetic company Bare Escentuals; Lisa Price, founder of African American hair care company Carol's Daughter
Carol's Daughter
Carol's Daughter is a line of beauty products, including products for hair, skin, and hands, as well as fragrances. It was designed by Lisa Price. Price named the company for her mother, Carol Price. Though the store has several locations, its products are available in various salons as well as...
; Gina Drosos, Global Head of Beauty at Procter & Gamble
Procter & Gamble
Procter & Gamble is a Fortune 500 American multinational corporation headquartered in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio and manufactures a wide range of consumer goods....
; and Alex Keith, an executive with P&G's beauty sector. CEW is also known for its Beauty Awards, where cosmetic, fragrance, skin care, hair care and body care products of various categories are judged for quality and innovation by CEW's members. After a selection of finalist products is announced, the final winning products (and companies) are honored at a gala event in New York City. Many influential cosmetic executives, journalists, and celebrities attend this event, and a CEW Beauty Award is widely recognized as the most prestigious honor a company can receive for its products.
Philanthropy
In 2001, the CEW Foundation began a program called "Cancer and Careers," designed to provide support, education, and inspiration to cancer patients and survivors who are beginning or developing careers, as well as supporting newly diagnosed members of the workforce. Cancer and Careers focuses on supporting those affected by cancer in any industry, not strictly the beauty industry. It is supported by donations from CEW members as well as corporate and individual sponsors.The Executive Committee of the CEW Board of Governors currently comprises Chairwoman Jill Scalamandre of Chrysallis, Inc., President Carlotta Jacobson of CEW, Vice Chairwomen Barbara Kotlikoff of the Steinhardt School at NYU and Heidi Manheimer of Shiseido Cosmetics America, and Treasurer Kelly McPhilliamy of Wells Fargo Securities, LLC.
The CEW Foundation is currently headed by Executive Director Kate Sweeney, Chairwoman Gina Drosos of Procter & Gamble, President Carlotta Jacobson of CEW, and Treasurer Sabine Feldmann of Teen Vogue.