03.08.23
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has elected Barbara Menarguez, general manager of fragrance and beauty, Chanel, as its new Board of Directors Chair.
“Barbara’s impressive accomplishments and strong leadership will serve our membership well as we continue to advance our industry’s determination for a more beautiful and sustainable world,” said Lezlee Westine, PCPC president and CEO. “I look forward to working more closely with her as we continue to strengthen our commitment to our members and our consumers.”
Menarguez has been with Chanel for more than 25 years, serving as the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer for eight of those years. She is widely recognized for her thoughtful leadership.
“PCPC is the voice for the industry whose products touch the lives of nearly every American household each day,” said Menarguez. “Families rely on our products to enhance their well-being and quality of life. I’m honored to help lead PCPC as we continue to educate policy makers, legislators, regulators, the media and, most importantly, our consumers about our innovative industry and our commitment to sound science.”
Vice Chairs:
About Barbara Menarguez
Menarguez has built a dynamic career in the beauty industry and currently oversees Chanel’s marketing, sales, education and sales planning.“Barbara’s impressive accomplishments and strong leadership will serve our membership well as we continue to advance our industry’s determination for a more beautiful and sustainable world,” said Lezlee Westine, PCPC president and CEO. “I look forward to working more closely with her as we continue to strengthen our commitment to our members and our consumers.”
Menarguez has been with Chanel for more than 25 years, serving as the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer for eight of those years. She is widely recognized for her thoughtful leadership.
“PCPC is the voice for the industry whose products touch the lives of nearly every American household each day,” said Menarguez. “Families rely on our products to enhance their well-being and quality of life. I’m honored to help lead PCPC as we continue to educate policy makers, legislators, regulators, the media and, most importantly, our consumers about our innovative industry and our commitment to sound science.”
Other Newly Elected Officers
Joining Menarguez on PCPC’s Board of Directors are the following newly elected officers:Vice Chairs:
- Esi Eggleston Bracey; president Unilever USA, CEO North America Personal Care; Unilever
- David Greenberg; CEO L’Oréal USA and president, North America Zone; L’Oréal
- Chris Heiert, senior vice president the Specialty Beauty Group, Procter & Gamble
- Mark Loomis, president North America, The Estée Lauder Companies
- Maria “Duda” Kertész; president, U.S. Skin Health & Beauty; Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health
- Deborah Gibbins, chief operating officer and chief financial officer, Mary Kay
