Global News | Jan 6, 2020

Angela Cretu appointed Avon CEO to drive next phase of transformation

Angela Cretu appointed Avon CEO to drive next phase of transformation

Angela Cretu has been appointed Avon’s CEO. Angela will lead the next era of Avon’s transformation as she takes responsibility for business operations outside of Latin America and for the oversight of the Avon brand globally. The appointment follows the recent landmark transaction between Avon’s and Natura &Co to create the world’s fourth-largest pure-play beauty company.

Angela brings over 20 years of experience at Avon in various senior executive roles, most recently as Group Vice President and General Manager, Central Europe, responsible for 19 countries. Before that she successfully led the Eastern Europe and Africa & Middle East clusters and has held a number of global roles. Angela has great passion for Avon, its Representatives, customers and employees, and has been deeply involved in Avon’s drive for women’s economic empowerment.

“Avon is on a transformation journey, and I’m greatly looking forward to working with its talented teams to deliver the next era of growth, while also driving the international expansion of Natura and furthering our combined purposes of promoting economic empowerment for women around the world. Like our new family Natura &Co we’re purpose-driven at heart, and together we will build best beauty company for the world.”

Angela Cretu, Avon CEO