Givaudan announced today its CEO, Gilles Andrier, had received the prestigious Achiever Award of Honour during the CEW France awards ceremony. This annual celebration recognises ten outstanding talents, ranging from promising young entrepreneurs to influential leaders, all sharing a common objective: driving progress in the beauty industry with goodwill and purpose, while caring for people and the planet. This award is selected by the board of directors of the CEW France, based on a nomination from its President.
Since Gilles Andrier became Givaudan’s CEO, the Company has made several strategic moves in the fragrance and beauty sector to enhance its portfolio and market presence. In 2014, Givaudan acquired Soliance, a French company specialising in active ingredients for the cosmetics industry. In 2019, it added drom fragrances, a German fragrance company, which allowed Givaudan to expand its capabilities in the creation of fragrances for various applications, including personal care. Last July 2024, Givaudan acquired b.kolormakeup & skincare to continue increasing our exposure and capabilities in beauty with a focus on make-up.
These acquisitions reflect Givaudan’s commitment to investing in enhanced capabilities and offerings in the fragrance and beauty sector, aligning with its strategy to innovate and meet evolving consumer preferences.
“I am deeply grateful to receive this Achiever Award of Honour from the CEW France. This recognition is not just a personal achievement; it’s a reflection of the incredible dedication and talent of my colleagues at Givaudan. The fragrance and beauty industry is close to my heart, and I am proud of the strides we are making together. Our investments in Fine Fragrances and Active Beauty are a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in this field. Together, we are shaping the future of beauty, and I look forward to what we will achieve next.”
Gilles Andrier, Chief Executive Officer
