Estée Lauder: Rashida La Lande Joins as General Counsel. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has appointed Rashida La Lande as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, effective August 19, 2024. With over 25 years of legal experience in consumer products and retail, La Lande will oversee the company’s global legal strategy and advise on complex legal issues, helping to drive the company’s sustainability and long-term growth.
Estée Lauder: Rashida La Lande Joins as General Counsel
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (ELC) is undergoing a significant change in its executive leadership with the appointment of Rashida La Lande as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. This key addition to the team highlights the company’s commitment to navigating the increasingly complex landscape of global business law, a crucial element for leading luxury brands in the perfume and cosmetics industry.
Rashida La Lande will lead ELC’s global legal organisation
Rashida La Lande will lead ELC’s global legal organisation, supporting both the Executive Chairman and CEO while also joining the Executive Leadership Team. Her role encompasses overseeing the company’s legal strategy and advising on a wide range of issues including corporate governance, compliance, risk management, and business transactions. Additionally, she will be in charge of both the Global Privacy Office and the Global Security Team, ensuring that ELC remains at the forefront of legal standards and practices globally.
Over 25 years of legal expertise in various sectors including consumer products, retail, financial services, and technology
Ms. La Lande comes to ELC with an impressive background, bringing over 25 years of legal expertise in various sectors including consumer products, retail, financial services, and technology. Most recently, she served as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer at The Kraft Heinz Company. There, she not only managed legal affairs but also led the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, providing a well-rounded perspective that will be invaluable at ELC.
Beyond her role at Kraft Heinz, Ms. La Lande’s previous experience at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher law firm underscores her extensive expertise in corporate governance, transactions, and litigation. With degrees from Harvard University and Columbia Law School, her scholarly background complements her practical experience, making her an asset to ELC in assuring compliance and strategic legal navigation.
The appointment of Rashida La Lande is strategically aligned with ELC’s vision for sustainable, profitable growth
William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman of ELC, emphasised the importance of Ms. La Lande’s strategic insight and her ability to advise on legal matters in a values-driven business. This is particularly pertinent in today’s corporate environment where ethical considerations are increasingly interwoven with legal requirements.
The appointment of Rashida La Lande is strategically aligned with ELC’s vision for sustainable, profitable growth. Fabrizio Freda, President and CEO, remarked on her unique qualifications and the significant role she will play in driving the company’s brands to new heights. As the beauty industry faces evolving consumer preferences and tightening regulations, ELC’s focus on solid legal support will undoubtedly position the company for greater resilience and innovation.
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