Avon International Global Chief Executive Angela Cretu has committed that Avon’s prices will rise in line with inflation, even amid soaring supply and vendor costs. To keep this pledge, Avon worked with its logistics partners to act early and secure long-term contracts and increase pay for delivery workers.
Q: What are the challenges associated with running such a large entity with four companies under its umbrella? J.P. Ferreira: Determining how we complement each other in the eyes of consumers and their customers while protecting the identity and originality of each of those brands. Many of our associates don’t belong to any particular brand anymore – for […]
With its acquisition of Avon in 2020, Natura &Co celebrates a network of four brands, more than six million people and a passion to create a ‘wave of change’ in the world.
Avon recently announced it is expanding its African operations into Kenya. The company already has a strong presence in Southern and North Africa, as well as parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, including Botswana, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Kenya represents the biggest economy in the east Africa region. “Kenya has always been on our dream list, […]
Avon announced Karen McElhatton will take on the role of Chief Technology Officer. McElhatton brings almost two decades of international technology experience. “I am thrilled to be joining Avon at such a pivotal moment,” McElhatton says. “With a clear strategy and desire to accelerate a digital transformation, we can continue to elevate the experience for […]
Avon announce that Irving Holmes Wong has been named managing director, Asia Pacific and general manager, China. Wong will report to Angela Cretu, chief executive officer, and join the Enabling Leadership Team. Wong has over 20 years’ management experience in multinational consumer companies across Asia, across online and offline channels in both emerging and developed […]
Avon Products Inc. has launched a new brand campaign—”Watch Me Now”—calling on people to reconsider their views of the iconic company. Avon, which has been transforming women’s lives by doing beauty differently, has evolved its positioning to better reflect the Avon of today—an innovative, bold and inclusive beauty brand. Launched as Avon enters its 135th year, “Watch Me Now” is […]
Avon, Sister Brands Unite to Support Domestic Abuse Survivors During Pandemic. Cases of domestic abuse during the Covid-19 pandemic continue to rise. As part of its #IsolatedNotAlone campaign, Avon Products Inc. is uniting with its sister brands Aesop, The Body Shop and Natura to galvanize its networks and call on governments to keep domestic violence front of […]
Avon Products Inc. recently announced its inclusion in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI). The GEI distinguishes companies setting an example to advance women in the workplace through measurement and transparency. This is the second time Avon has been selected for the GEI, which recognizes Avon’s commitment to creating opportunities for women to earn and learn. […]
Avon Products Inc. recently announced its inclusion in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI). The GEI distinguishes companies setting an example to advance women in the workplace through measurement and transparency. This is the second time Avon has been selected for the GEI, which recognizes Avon’s commitment to creating opportunities for women to earn and learn. […]
Angela Cretu has been appointed Avon Products Inc.’s CEO to drive the next phase of the company’s transformation. The appointment follows the recent transaction between Avon and Natura &Co to create the world’s fourth-largest pure-play beauty company. Cretu will be responsible for business operations outside of Latin America and for the oversight of the Avon brand globally. She brings […]
Angela Cretu has been appointed Avon Products Inc.’s CEO to drive the next phase of the company’s transformation. The appointment follows the recent transaction between Avon and Natura &Co to create the world’s fourth-largest pure-play beauty company. Cretu will be responsible for business operations outside of Latin America and for the oversight of the Avon brand globally. She brings […]