L’ORÉAL CARIBE CELEBRATES ITS 45TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THE “45 WOMEN THAT MOVE THE CARIBBEAN” PHOTO EXHIBITION

Based in Puerto Rico, the company will showcase the trajectory of 45 Caribbean women who have been catalysts for change and female empowerment.

Guaynabo, PR. July 11th , 2024– L'Oréal Groupe, the world’s leading beauty company based in France, is proud to announce the 45th anniversary celebration of its subsidiary in the region, L'Oréal Caribe. For just over four decades, L'Oréal Caribe has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the beauty and personal care industry in the region, standing out as a benchmark for quality and innovation. As part of this celebration, L'Oréal Caribe unveiled the photo exhibition "45 Women that Move the Caribbean", which recognizes and honors the careers of emblematic Caribbean women, who have distinguished themselves in the following categories: Art and Culture, Sports, Diversity and Inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology, Communications, Social Responsibility, Sustainability and Education.

"We developed this special initiative that recognizes women in the region that we serve, who are an inspiration to others. This project recognizes the achievements of Caribbean women who have accelerated female empowerment. What better way to celebrate our journey than by paying tribute to these inspiring women. Through their accomplishments and dedication, they reflect the values of innovation, passion, and excellence that we have promoted for 45 years," said Gilles Delaunay, General Manager of L'Oréal Caribe.

"45 Women that Move the Caribbean" is an initiative that not only celebrates L'Oréal Groupe's legacy and influence in the region, but also underscores the company's commitment to equality and inclusion. This project honors women whose work and devotion have had a significant impact in their respective areas and countries. They were nominated by industry members and selected by a diverse panel of judges,

As part of the celebration these women’s trajectories, an exhibition will be held from July 11-25 at The Mall of San Juan and will continue at San Patricio Plaza from July 27 to August 26. The objective of this exhibition is to create a space for interaction and inspiration, where the public can delve into the success stories of each of these women and see the impact they have had in their communities and within various professional fields.

L'Oréal comenzó sus operaciones en el Caribe el 19 de julio de 1979, al incorporarse en Puerto Rico bajo Cosmair Caribe, Inc. En el año 2000, se completó la transición a L'Oréal Caribe, bajo la sombrilla de L’Oréal USA, manejando hoy 33 marcas internacionales, incluyendo: L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, NYX Professional Makeup, Essie, Carol's Daughter, Lancôme, Ralph Lauren, Yves Saint Laurent Beauté, Giorgio Armani Beauty, Kiehl's, Urban Decay, entre otras. Durante estos años, la empresa ha establecido una fuerte presencia, en las 25 islas que atiende la región ganando la lealtad de millones de consumidores.

L'Oréal Caribe started operations in the Caribbean on July 19, 1979, when it was registered in Puerto Rico s Cosmair Caribe, Inc. In 2000, it completed the transition to L'Oréal Caribe, under the L'Oréal USA umbrella, now managing 33 international brands, including: L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, NYX Professional Makeup, Essie, Carol's Daughter, Lancôme, Ralph Lauren, Yves Saint Laurent Beauté, Giorgio Armani Beauty, Kiehl's, Urban Decay, among others. Over the years, the company has established a strong presence in the 25 islands served within the region, earning the loyalty of millions of consumers.

"Forty-five years of celebration in the Caribbean is a reflection of the leadership and responsibility of our team. At L'Oréal Caribe, the key to our success has been to have people who are committed to emulating the company's values, promoting diversity, inclusion, female empowerment, the wellbeing of our local communities and reaffirming their commitment to sustainability," concluded Delaunay.

The company is recognized for its broad portfolio of beauty and personal care products, within four main divisions: Consumer Products, Professional Products, LUXE and Dermatological Beauty. Under the vision of the global parent company, it also celebrates its commitment to communities and the environment, reflected through programs that support women, non-profit social impact organizations and sustainable development practices.

L'Oréal Groupe has a significant economic impact throughout the Caribbean, generating direct and indirect employment, developing local talent, and increasing its market share year after year. Last year, L’Oréal Caribe, 80% of whose senior management positions are held by women, was named among the Top 5 Women Preferred Employer™ in Puerto Rico by W-Certified Company™ for the first time.

L'Oréal Caribe amplifies global corporate programs such as "L'Oréal Fund for Women", investing over 200,000 euros to support entities in the Caribbean, "L'Oréal- UNESCO For Women in Science", "L'Oréal For Girls in Science- Puerto Rico", "Hairstylists For The Future"; and high impact brand causes for communities such as "StandUP Against Street Harassment by L'Oreal Paris", among others, and also develops local programs, focused on the needs of the region. Some of these initiatives are the professional education program "Transformation" to certify beauty salons as safe spaces to serve the transgender community, and the project "Courage is the new beauty" to promote women's self-esteem by creating beauty and self-care spaces in the shelters of the National Network of Gender Violence Shelters.

For more information about the exhibition, visit: http://www.mujeresquemuevenelcaribe.com/. 

Full list of the 45 women:

• Arts & Culture • Solymar Vega • Deddie Romero • Didi Romero • Cordelia González • Ana Isabelle • Calypso Rose
• Communications • Antonieta Wognum Pieters • Erin Croes • Sandra Rodríguez Cotto • Ivonne Solla Cabrera • Luz Nereida Vélez • Yizette Cifredo
• Sports • Natya Soodeen • Sara Rosario • Adriana Díaz
• Diversity & Inclusion • Akisha Albert • Arlene Marrero • María del Carmen Rodríguez • Gloriann Sacha Antonetty Lebrón • Marisol Vega Couto • Sofía Jirau González
• Education • Dr. Keyla Soto Hidalgo
• Entrepeneurship • Betty Martínez & Paulina Anchía • Cristine Hintz • Anaymir “Tuti” Muñoz Grajales • Waleska Rivera • Nivia Santiago
• Social Responsibility • Khandi Gibson • Zorimar Betancourt
• Sustainability • Kristal Ambrose • Kerri-Ann Bovell • Saiurys Bonnet • Milagros de Camps Germán • Elizabeth Padilla • Brenda Torres Barreto
• Innovation and Technology • Dr. Melissa Marzán • Dr. Ingrid Montes Rodríguez • Dr. Carmen Zorrilla • Dr. Antonia Coello Novello • Dr. Marcia Cruz Correa • Dr. Ana Judith Román García • Dr. Nilka de Jesús González • Dr. Camille Wardrop Alleyn