Cara Sabin

Cara Sabin is the CEO of Sundial Brands, a subsidiary of Unilever known for its popular hair and skincare products, including SheaMoisture and Nubian Heritage. She has over 20 years of experience in general management, business strategy, consumer marketing, and innovation.

Career Background

Before becoming CEO in December 2019, Sabin held significant roles in major beauty companies. She was Global Marketing lead for Clinique's $1 billion makeup and fragrance portfolio and worked with NARS Cosmetics. Her earlier career includes positions at Johnson & Johnson and L’Oréal, where she served as Assistant Vice President of Marketing for L’Oréal Paris Haircare. Additionally, she started her professional journey at Capital One Financial and Kraft Foods, where she contributed to the launch of the iconic "What's in Your Wallet?" campaign.123

Education and Community Involvement

Sabin holds a B.A. in Spanish from the University of Virginia and an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. She is actively involved in community initiatives, serving as the Chairperson of the Minority Alumni Advisory Board at Duke. She also co-founded "25 Black Women in Beauty," a network aimed at supporting Black women in the industry.12

Leadership Style and Vision

As a leader, Sabin emphasizes collaboration while maintaining decisive authority. She believes in the importance of diverse perspectives to inform decision-making. Her leadership has also been marked by a commitment to social justice and equity within the beauty industry.24