Marketing the Merging of Beauty and Wellness with Eileen Ahasic

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Beyond Beauty: the business of beauty

Hosted by Anne Laughlin and Jacobo Lumbreras

153 episodes

4 days ago

We bring a spotlight to the business of beauty and highlight the key entrepreneurs, executives, investors and thought leaders behind a myriad of successful beauty and wellness companies. Our mission is to revolutionize the way industry leaders connect by transforming traditional coffee meetings with top entrepreneurs and beauty brand executives into a powerful digital platform—delivering unparalleled business insights, AI-driven innovations, and cutting-edge beauty and consumer brand marketing strategies. Follow along to learn the secrets of the resilient and evolving beauty business.

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Marketing the Merging of Beauty and Wellness with Eileen Ahasic

Beyond Beauty: the business of beauty

39 minutes 17 seconds

9 months ago

Marketing the Merging of Beauty and Wellness with Eileen Ahasic

Show Notes:

In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Eileen Ahasic, a seasoned marketing executive with experience at Estee Lauder, Tom Ford Beauty, and Love Wellness. Eileen shares her journey from sports marketing to the beauty industry, emphasizing the importance of strategic brand development and forming emotional consumer connections. She discusses the evolving landscape of beauty marketing, including the impact of AI and social media. The episode concludes with insights into maintaining work-life balance and the significance of authentic brand storytelling.

About Eileen:

Eileen is a veteran marketing executive and brand builder, who for the past 20 years has driven growth of iconic brands within the beauty and health & wellness industries. She has led product marketing, integrated 360-degree marketing and innovation for brands including Tom Ford Beauty, Estee Lauder, Re-Nutriv, Love Wellness, In The Raw and Yoplait Yogurt.

Eileen holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and an Economics BA from Northwestern University. She is the recipient of the Council of One Hundred Trailblazer Leadership Award and was named a finalist for the Fashion Group International Rising Star Award within the Beauty Category.

Timestamps:

Eileen's Career Story (00:01:31)

Eileen shares her journey from sports marketing to discovering her passion for beauty.

Marketing Strategies for Different Brands (00:05:22)

Eileen explains the nuances of marketing for large corporations versus indie brands.

The Role of Data in Modern Marketing (00:10:37)

Importance of data-driven decisions in the rapidly changing marketing landscape.

Intersection of Health and Beauty (00:13:35)

Exploration of the merging of health, wellness, and beauty in modern products.

Authenticity in Marketing (00:16:02)

The shift towards authentic messaging and problem-solution approaches in beauty marketing.

Influencers and Realism (00:19:10)

Influencers' role in promoting realistic beauty standards and authentic content.

Impact of AI on Marketing (00:20:11)

Eileen discusses how AI is transforming efficiency in marketing strategies and brand building.

Emotional Connection in Beauty (00:22:52)

Exploration of how beauty products address emotional needs and consumer problems.

Career Advice for Aspiring Marketers (00:24:31)

Eileen shares her advice on finding passion and networking in the beauty industry.

Balancing Big Brand and Indie Experience (00:28:07)

Discussion on the value of gaining diverse experience in marketing roles across different brand sizes.

Navigating Transitions Between Brand Types (00:30:52)

Advice for professionals transitioning between big brands and indie companies.

Career Highlights and Lessons (00:33:12)

Eileen reflects on significant career moments and the iconic brands she has worked with.

Future Aspirations and Personal Balance (00:36:47)

Eileen expresses her desire to create impactful brands while maintaining personal balance.