Celine Gilg

Celine Gilg is a prominent figure in the beauty industry, currently serving as the Vice President and General Manager at Estée Lauder Companies UK. She oversees several prestigious brands, including Tom Ford Beauty, By Kilian, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, and Le Labo.

Career Overview

• Early Career: Celine began her career at L'Oréal, where she gained valuable experience in marketing and brand management.
• Estée Lauder Companies: She joined Estée Lauder, initially as Marketing Director for Estee Lauder and Tom Ford Beauty, before advancing to Vice President and General Manager, where she expanded her portfolio to include By Kilian, Frédéric Malle, and Le Labo.123
• Puig: Prior to her current role, Celine was the Managing Director for UK and Ireland at Puig, where she managed brands like Charlotte Tilbury and Paco Rabanne.3
• Current Role at Hearst UK: In March 2024, she transitioned to Hearst UK as Managing Director for Luxury, Homes, and Women’s Lifestyle portfolios, leading brands such as ELLE and Harper's Bazaar.13

Expertise and Contributions

Celine has over 25 years of experience in marketing and management within the beauty sector. She is recognized for her ability to develop innovative go-to-market strategies that leverage digital technologies. Additionally, she is an advocate for women's empowerment and diversity in the workplace, often participating in discussions on these topics. Celine also contributes to education as a guest lecturer on marketing at London Business School.123

Her leadership has been instrumental in building strong brand identities and driving sales growth across various luxury beauty segments.