Coty adds Anna Makanju and Mariasun Aramburuzabala to its Board of Directors

– USA, NY –  Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY), one of the world’s largest beauty companies and the global leader in fragrances, today announced the additions of Anna Adeola Makanju and Mariasun Aramburuzabala Larreguito to its Board of Directors, effective on December 18th.

“Mariasun and Anna are outstanding leaders who have already achieved so much in their chosen careers. What makes me particularly excited about their joining our board is that they are also deeply passionate about beauty. For a company like Coty, that aims to become the most product centric beauty company, this passion is invaluable. I look forward to working closely with Mariasun and Anna over the coming years and harnessing their exceptional insights.” said CEO, Sue Nabi.

Coty also announced that Paul Michaels stepped down as a Director on Dec 18th.

Sue Nabi, added: “I would like to thank Paul for his five years of service to Coty and his excellent contribution during this period. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

Coty’s Board of Directors has become majority female, while Coty’s Executive Committee, led by CEO Sue Nabi, is already female-majority.

About Anna Makanju

Anna Adeola Makanju is a renowned expert in global policy who brings over fifteen years of experience across U.S. government and leading private sector companies. Currently Global Policy Manager for content regulation at Facebook, Makanju drives the company’s approach to emerging regulatory frameworks around the world. She has also practiced international law in the Hague and at Cleary Gottlieb Steen and Hamilton LLP and taught at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs.

Makanju served as a Special Adviser for Europe and Eurasia to then-Vice President, now President-elect, Joseph R. Biden, focusing on policy and engagement strategies with 51 countries, including Russia and Turkey. She has also served as a Senior Adviser to the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and as Director for Russia on the U.S. National Security Council.

About Mariasun Aramburuzabala

Mariasun Aramburuzabala Larregui is President of the Board & CEO of Tresalia Capital, a leading global investor with investments and transactional experience throughout Latin America, Asia, Europe and the U.S. She also serves as a Board Director for several global corporations and institutions, including Anheuser-Busch InBev and Grupo Modelo.

Aramburuzabala is one of Latin America’s most prominent business leaders and her achievements have been recognized by multiple institutions, including Fortune Magazine, Star Group’s “Leading Women Entrepreneurs of the World” and the International Women Forum’s “Corporations that Make the Difference” awards.

About Coty Inc.

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, and skin and body care. Coty is the global leader in fragrance and number three in color cosmetics. Coty’s products are sold in over 150 countries around the world. Coty and its brands are committed to a range of social causes as well as seeking to minimize its impact on the environment.

For more information : https://www.coty.com/

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