Carley Klekas, MBA

Carley Klekas is a sustainability expert with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry, currently serving as the Global Director of Product Sustainability at SEPHORA.1 Her career has been focused on combining sustainability practices with the beauty sector.

Professional Experience

Carley has held several positions at SEPHORA, progressing through roles of increasing responsibility:

• Global Director, Product Sustainability (January 2023 - Present)
• Principal of Product Sustainability (March 2021 - January 2023)
• Senior Manager, Product Sustainability (October 2019 - March 2021)
• Product Sustainability Consultant (November 2017 - October 2019)1

Prior to SEPHORA, she worked at other companies in the beauty and sustainability space, including:

• Founder and Principal Consultant at CleanB Consulting (September 2017 - Present)
• Sustainability and Marketing Manager at BIOSSANCE (August 2014 - August 2017)
• Technical Sustainability Marketing Manager at Amyris (2014 - 2015)1

Education

Carley holds an MBA in Sustainable Management from Presidio Graduate School, which she completed from 2012 to 2014.1

Achievements and Contributions

At SEPHORA, Carley has been instrumental in developing and implementing several key sustainability initiatives:

1. She oversaw the development of SEPHORA's Public Chemicals Policy, which outlines nine chemical categories and 49 chemicals of concern across SEPHORA's product offerings.2

2. Carley helped drive the "Clean at Sephora" program, launched in 2018, which establishes ingredient guidelines for brands.2

3. She played a leading role in creating the "Clean + Planet Positive" program, which focuses on a holistic sustainability approach including clean ingredients, sustainable sourcing, responsible packaging, climate impact, and environmental giving.2

Recognition

Carley was recognized as one of the Environment + Energy Leader 100 honorees in 2021. This award acknowledges individuals who are making significant contributions to environmental and energy management in their industries.1

Carley Klekas is known for her passion for the environment, clean cosmetics, climate issues, circularity, and using business as a force for good.3 Her work at SEPHORA and in the broader beauty industry demonstrates her commitment to driving sustainability and making positive environmental impacts in the sector.