03.01.22
Beekman 1802 has named CEW Chairwoman Jill Scalamandre as its new chief executive officer.
Earlier this year, the founders of Beekman 1802, Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, sold their controlling interest to Eurazeo.
Scalamandre's previous posts including leading Buxom and BareMinerals under Shiseido. She has also worked for Fekkai, Avon, Coty, Prada Beauty and private equity.
“The next phase of growth for Beekman 1802 is pivotal,” said Dr. Ridge in a statement. “We are confident that Ms. Scalamandre’s vision, leadership and deep understanding of strategic growth will enable us to reach consumers on a global scale, lead innovation around microbiome skincare, and spread our mission of kindness across the world.”
“I am thrilled to be joining as CEO,” said Scalamandre. “The Beekman 1802 team has built an incredibly solid brand foundation rooted in authenticity, kindness, and products that revolutionize clean skincare with goat milk science. This has come together to deliver an inspiring brand – one incredibly well-positioned for the interests and demands of today’s global consumer. By leveraging my experience, I am honored to help Beekman 1802 capitalize on its exciting next chapter of growth.”
“With her strong vision, industry experience and collaborative style, I am confident that Jill will work successfully with the team to take this great brand to new heights,” added Marc Rey, Beekman 1802’s chairman of the board.
Rey and Scalamandre worked together at Shiseido Americas.
Scalamandre will remain in her post at CEW.
Earlier this year, the founders of Beekman 1802, Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, sold their controlling interest to Eurazeo.
Scalamandre's previous posts including leading Buxom and BareMinerals under Shiseido. She has also worked for Fekkai, Avon, Coty, Prada Beauty and private equity.
“The next phase of growth for Beekman 1802 is pivotal,” said Dr. Ridge in a statement. “We are confident that Ms. Scalamandre’s vision, leadership and deep understanding of strategic growth will enable us to reach consumers on a global scale, lead innovation around microbiome skincare, and spread our mission of kindness across the world.”
“I am thrilled to be joining as CEO,” said Scalamandre. “The Beekman 1802 team has built an incredibly solid brand foundation rooted in authenticity, kindness, and products that revolutionize clean skincare with goat milk science. This has come together to deliver an inspiring brand – one incredibly well-positioned for the interests and demands of today’s global consumer. By leveraging my experience, I am honored to help Beekman 1802 capitalize on its exciting next chapter of growth.”
“With her strong vision, industry experience and collaborative style, I am confident that Jill will work successfully with the team to take this great brand to new heights,” added Marc Rey, Beekman 1802’s chairman of the board.
Rey and Scalamandre worked together at Shiseido Americas.
Scalamandre will remain in her post at CEW.