02.27.23
Linda G. Levy, president of The Fragrance Foundation (TFF), was honored with the New York Urban League’s first-ever Catalyst Award for her leadership in advancing DEI in the multi-billion-dollar fragrance industry.
Some 250 leaders from the fragrance industry, multiple business sectors and the civic community celebrated Levy at the New York Urban League’s 2023 Champions of Diversity Symposium and Awards event. Levy spearheads #FragranceForwardTFF, the Fragrance Foundation’s sweeping DEI initiative to provide real-time opportunities for people of all backgrounds, and to ensure that the industry reflects, embraces, and includes everyone, equitably, in the US.
“I am honored to receive the inaugural Catalyst Award from the New York Urban League on behalf of The Fragrance Foundation and community,” said Levy. “It is not only about the award itself, but what is symbolizes our long-term commitment to ensuring that the entire industry reflects all people. We are 100% committed to providing opportunities and building a sustainable platform to meet the interests of those served by the New York Urban League, its innovative diversity lab and the lasting impact our combined efforts are designed to have.”
The Fragrance Foundation Catalyst Initiative
The occasion also marked the launch of a new, comprehensive partnership between the New York Urban League (NYUL) and The Fragrance Foundation. The Fragrance Foundation Catalyst Initiative will benefit NYUL’s Diversity Lab and provide training, career development, mentorship and job opportunities for professionals of color interested in careers in the fragrance industry. The initiative is supported by all 200 TFF member companies in a focused effort, including Fragrance Houses, Brands, Retailers and related businesses.
As one of the nation’s oldest civil rights organizations, the New York Urban League is dedicated to the empowerment of New York’s BIPOC communities through economic empowerment, career development, job training, education, mentorship and health advocacy.