THE WHAT? L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific has announced a significant leadership change with Tao Zhang stepping down as Managing Director to embrace a new role within the group. Jesus Abia will take over as the new Managing Director effective July 1.
THE DETAILS Tao Zhang has led L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific since 2021 and will transition to another pivotal position within the company, details of which will be revealed later. Zhang’s career with L’Oréal began in 2000 in China, progressing through various high-profile roles, including at Lancôme and YSL Beauty in Paris, before her move to the Travel Retail division in 2016.
THE WHY? Jesus Abia, brings a wealth of experience within L’Oréal, having joined the company 14 years ago in Spain. His career has spanned several key positions, including Area Manager in the Americas for Travel Retail and Marketing Director in Asia Pacific. Before his new appointment, Abia served as General Manager for Luxe couture Brands in Europe, managing high-profile brands like Prada, Mugler, Valentino, and Viktor&Rolf.
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