10.03.23
Nest New York, the fragrance lifestyle brand, has made two new additions to its leadership team: Rhona Jacquand joins the brand as Chief Financial and Operating Officer, and Ali Wenté, as General Manager, North America.
Prior to her time with Shiseido, Jacquand worked for L'Oréal Groupe for 12 years in finance leadership roles globally.
Prior to Coty US, Wenté spent 18 years at Estée Lauder Companies managing sales teams, as well as LVMH and Pola Orbis.
"I am pleased to welcome Rhona and Ali to Nest New York," said Edgar Huber, Chief Executive Officer of Nest New York. "Their strategic vision, leadership acumen, and dedication to excellence align perfectly with our company's values, making them each an instrumental addition to the organization.
"Rhona and Ali are both highly valuable additions to our executive team," added Laura Slatkin, Nest New York Founder and Executive Chairman. "Their extensive experience and strategic insight, as well as Nicole's new focus on international development, will collectively strengthen Nest's trajectory both in North America and across the globe."
About Rhona Jacquand
Rhona Jacquand joins Nest from Shiseido Americas where she was the Vice President of Finance for the Shiseido Brand USA, Clé de Peau Beauté USA and the Shiseido Fragrance portfolio, leading the P&L management and financial implementation of the strategic plans.Prior to her time with Shiseido, Jacquand worked for L'Oréal Groupe for 12 years in finance leadership roles globally.
About Ali Wenté
Ali Wenté most recently served as the Senior Vice President of Coty Luxury US where she oversaw the sales division of luxury brands across fine fragrances, skincare & makeup, including Gucci Beauty, Burberry, Marc Jacobs, and Kylie Cosmetics, among others. During her tenure, the company achieved record-setting growth in the US market and two consecutive years with the #1 Women's Fragrance Launch.Prior to Coty US, Wenté spent 18 years at Estée Lauder Companies managing sales teams, as well as LVMH and Pola Orbis.
"I am pleased to welcome Rhona and Ali to Nest New York," said Edgar Huber, Chief Executive Officer of Nest New York. "Their strategic vision, leadership acumen, and dedication to excellence align perfectly with our company's values, making them each an instrumental addition to the organization.
"Rhona and Ali are both highly valuable additions to our executive team," added Laura Slatkin, Nest New York Founder and Executive Chairman. "Their extensive experience and strategic insight, as well as Nicole's new focus on international development, will collectively strengthen Nest's trajectory both in North America and across the globe."