10.13.22
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) announced the winners of three prestigious awards being presented during the Society’s 76th Annual Scientific Meeting & Showcase being held December 12-14, 2022, at the JW Marriott LA Live in Los Angeles, California.
Maison G. deNavarre Medal Award. The Society's highest honor is awarded to David C. Steinberg in recognition of his industry expertise and contributions to advancing cosmetic science, said SCC CEO Erica O’Grady, CAE.
“We are pleased to recognize all that he has accomplished during his exceptional career,” she noted.
This award recognizes Steinberg’s activity in supporting the best interests of the cosmetic industry through his various technical contributions, which include: founding of the MS in Cosmetic Science program at Farleigh Dickinson University (1982); author of five industry textbooks and chapter authorship in 11 other books; numerous regulatory accomplishments in North America and the EU; course instructor and educator; and his service as advisory board member for many industry publications. He was also recognized as a technical fellow of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists in 1987 and has received many other industry accolades and awards. Steinberg retired in December 2021 from Steinberg & Associates but remains active on its board of directors.
SCC Merit Award: Bart Maxon, Dow. According to O'Grady, Maxon has been an outstanding advocate for the benefits of SCC membership.
"We are thrilled to honor him with the 2022 SCC Merit Award. A tireless champion of the SCC and its mission to advance cosmetic science, we thank Bart for his dedication and service to SCC over the years,” she said.
During Maxon’s 23+ years of membership, he had the inspiration to co-found and serve as the first chairperson of SCC’s Michigan Chapter. He has also volunteered as a CEP instructor, speaker, National Board Area director, and Fellow Certification Committee member. Maxon is a senior technical service & development scientist for Dow Home & Personal Care Group. He has over 39 years of experience in the personal care, healthcare and medical diagnostics industries and has been with Dow/Dow Corning for over 26 years in a variety of roles within their Beauty Care and Health Care businesses. He holds 20 patents and has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Central Michigan University and a second Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Northeastern Illinois University. He also serves on the board of the Disability Network of Mid-Michigan (DNMM) and is the North American Leader for Dow’s Disability Employee Network (DEN) Employee Resource Group. Bart was also recognized as a technical fellow of the SCC in 2014.
Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award: Dr. Mindy Goldstein. The award honors a woman’s scientific and leadership contributions to the cosmetics and personal care industry.
“Mindy is a well-respected subject matter expert, inspirational leader, and a distinguished contributor to the field of cosmetic science,” noted O'Grady.
Goldstein received a BS with honors in Biochemistry, MS in Pathology, and PhD in Basic Medical Sciences from New York University. She holds three patents and has authored texts and articles for various publications during her more than 31 years of active membership in SCC. She also served two terms as SCC national president; president of the Long Island Chapter; a member of the Committee on Scientific Affairs and various other SCC Committees; served as associate editor of the Journal of Cosmetic Science; recipient of the SCC Merit Award (2010); and was also recognized as a technical fellow of the SCC in 2002. She currently serves on the PCPC Nomenclature Committee where she chairs the subcommittee on biotechnology, botanicals, and ferments.
This award is sponsored by Rodan+Fields.
“SCC is proud to highlight the extraordinary work, cutting-edge research, and advancements that our members have achieved in the cosmetic sciences,” said Michelle Hines, PhD, 2022 SCC national board president and director of product formulation at Mary Kay, Inc. “These winners join a long and prestigious list of accomplished professionals who have been recognized by their peers for their outstanding contributions to SCC and our industry.”
Maison G. deNavarre Medal Award. The Society's highest honor is awarded to David C. Steinberg in recognition of his industry expertise and contributions to advancing cosmetic science, said SCC CEO Erica O’Grady, CAE.
“We are pleased to recognize all that he has accomplished during his exceptional career,” she noted.
This award recognizes Steinberg’s activity in supporting the best interests of the cosmetic industry through his various technical contributions, which include: founding of the MS in Cosmetic Science program at Farleigh Dickinson University (1982); author of five industry textbooks and chapter authorship in 11 other books; numerous regulatory accomplishments in North America and the EU; course instructor and educator; and his service as advisory board member for many industry publications. He was also recognized as a technical fellow of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists in 1987 and has received many other industry accolades and awards. Steinberg retired in December 2021 from Steinberg & Associates but remains active on its board of directors.
SCC Merit Award: Bart Maxon, Dow. According to O'Grady, Maxon has been an outstanding advocate for the benefits of SCC membership.
"We are thrilled to honor him with the 2022 SCC Merit Award. A tireless champion of the SCC and its mission to advance cosmetic science, we thank Bart for his dedication and service to SCC over the years,” she said.
During Maxon’s 23+ years of membership, he had the inspiration to co-found and serve as the first chairperson of SCC’s Michigan Chapter. He has also volunteered as a CEP instructor, speaker, National Board Area director, and Fellow Certification Committee member. Maxon is a senior technical service & development scientist for Dow Home & Personal Care Group. He has over 39 years of experience in the personal care, healthcare and medical diagnostics industries and has been with Dow/Dow Corning for over 26 years in a variety of roles within their Beauty Care and Health Care businesses. He holds 20 patents and has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Central Michigan University and a second Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Northeastern Illinois University. He also serves on the board of the Disability Network of Mid-Michigan (DNMM) and is the North American Leader for Dow’s Disability Employee Network (DEN) Employee Resource Group. Bart was also recognized as a technical fellow of the SCC in 2014.
Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award: Dr. Mindy Goldstein. The award honors a woman’s scientific and leadership contributions to the cosmetics and personal care industry.
“Mindy is a well-respected subject matter expert, inspirational leader, and a distinguished contributor to the field of cosmetic science,” noted O'Grady.
Goldstein received a BS with honors in Biochemistry, MS in Pathology, and PhD in Basic Medical Sciences from New York University. She holds three patents and has authored texts and articles for various publications during her more than 31 years of active membership in SCC. She also served two terms as SCC national president; president of the Long Island Chapter; a member of the Committee on Scientific Affairs and various other SCC Committees; served as associate editor of the Journal of Cosmetic Science; recipient of the SCC Merit Award (2010); and was also recognized as a technical fellow of the SCC in 2002. She currently serves on the PCPC Nomenclature Committee where she chairs the subcommittee on biotechnology, botanicals, and ferments.
This award is sponsored by Rodan+Fields.
“SCC is proud to highlight the extraordinary work, cutting-edge research, and advancements that our members have achieved in the cosmetic sciences,” said Michelle Hines, PhD, 2022 SCC national board president and director of product formulation at Mary Kay, Inc. “These winners join a long and prestigious list of accomplished professionals who have been recognized by their peers for their outstanding contributions to SCC and our industry.”