New Leadership Appointment
Catherine Spindler has officially been named the new President of Sephora for Europe and the Middle East, with her tenure beginning on January 27.
In this prominent position, she will be integrated into the Global Leadership Team of the beauty giant owned by LVMH, and will report directly to Guillaume Motte, who is the President and CEO of Sephora.
Spindler steps into this role following Sylvie Moreau, who has held the presidency since September 2021.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining Sephora, Spindler served as the Deputy CEO of Lacoste, a position she took on in September 2022.
Her tenure at Lacoste was marked by her role as Chief Brand Officer, where she managed diverse responsibilities ranging from studio operations to product management, brand strategy, and customer engagement, including overseeing licensing agreements.
Spindler’s career has not been limited to Lacoste.
She has also made her mark at Vente-Privée Group, where she worked as the Vice President of Group Customer Experience and the Managing Director for France.
Additionally, she played a crucial role in propelling Yves Rocher into the Asian market.
Her leadership credentials are further underscored by her position on the Advisory Board of the social media platform Meta, showcasing her extensive experience.
Vision for Sephora
Guillaume Motte has voiced strong confidence in Spindler’s potential to drive Sephora’s growth in Europe and the Middle East.
He emphasized her extensive background in international omnichannel retail, developed through her roles at both Vente-Privée and Lacoste.
Motte anticipates that Spindler will bring significant improvements to Sephora’s operations in the EME region and looks forward to her valuable contributions to the Global Leadership Team.
Source: Cosmeticsbusiness