The Estée Lauder Companies has announced that Aude Gandon has been appointed Chief Digital & Marketing Officer (CDMO), effective August 1, 2025. Ms. Gandon will report directly to Stéphane de La Faverie, President and Chief Executive Officer, and will join the company’s Executive Team. In this newly created role, Ms. Gandon will lead the transformation of the company’s digital, marketing and media ecosystem, shaping end-to-end strategies across its powerful brand portfolio, and will oversee global digital commerce. Her appointment reflects the company’s commitment to evolving its consumer-centric approach and strengthening

Laura Slatkin, Founder and Executive Chairman of NEST New York announced that she is stepping down from her day-to-day role. After a rewarding and successful journey, Slatkin has decided to focus on new entrepreneurial pursuits but will continue to serve on the company’s Board of Directors. A pioneer in the world of fragrance, Slatkin created the first American luxury home fragrance company with the launch of Slatkin & Co. in the 1990s. After creating bespoke fragrances for over 100 luxury brands, she launched NEST New York in 2008. From the

Dsm-firmenich has announced Jonathan Simon as the President of its Fine Fragrance business, effective July 1, 2025. Simon — who is currently vice president, Procter & Gamble account — succeeds Jerry Vittoria who will retire from the company on July 1, 2026, after 35 years. Heading the Fine Fragrance teams since 2017, Vittoria is recognized for his outstanding leadership and enduring impact on dsm-firmenich’s Fine Fragrance business and the fragrance industry. The handover between Vittoria and Simon will happen over the coming year, through a well-structured and orchestrated transition plan.