The Estée Lauder Companies Appoints Dr. René Lammers to Spearhead Global Research & Innovation as Chief Officer

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has announced a significant strategic leadership appointment, signaling a renewed vigor in its pursuit of groundbreaking innovation. Effective July 1, 2022, Dr. René Lammers, a seasoned expert in global research and development, will assume the pivotal role of Chief Research & Innovation Officer.

This move underscores ELC's unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of scientific advancement and delivering disruptive, high-performance beauty solutions to consumers worldwide.

In his new capacity, Dr. Lammers will spearhead ELC's entire global Research and Development enterprise. His comprehensive mandate includes orchestrating the company's innovation strategy, overseeing cutting-edge product development, meticulously crafting packaging innovations, and leading robust science communication initiatives.

He will be the driving force behind the discovery and development of breakthrough ingredients, ensuring the highest standards of claims substantiation, and fostering a dynamic ecosystem of both internal research capabilities and external scientific collaborations.

Dr. Lammers will report directly to Roberto Canevari, Executive Vice President, Global Supply Chain, a reporting structure that highlights the critical integration of innovation with supply chain execution.

This strategic alignment is designed to accelerate the journey of pioneering ideas from concept to market, ensuring efficiency and excellence at every stage.

ELC's President and Chief Executive Officer, Fabrizio Freda, expressed immense enthusiasm for Dr. Lammers' appointment. "Innovation is a cornerstone of The Estée Lauder Companies, driving our sustained leadership and growth," stated Mr.

Freda. "René’s deep expertise, extensive experience, and proven track record in global R&D make him the ideal leader to accelerate our innovation pipeline and deliver breakthrough products that delight our consumers across our diverse portfolio of brands."

Dr. Lammers brings an impressive two decades of leadership in global Research & Development to this elevated role.

He initially joined ELC in 2021 as Senior Vice President, Global Research and Development, quickly making a significant impact. Prior to ELC, he spent 25 years at Unilever, where he held various senior leadership positions across multiple categories including skin care, hair care, deodorants, and oral care, leading teams across different regions globally.

His profound understanding of consumer needs, scientific principles, and product lifecycle management positions him perfectly to champion ELC’s innovation agenda.

Roberto Canevari also lauded Dr. Lammers' capabilities. "René is a strong, strategic, and collaborative leader with outstanding scientific expertise and an impressive ability to build and motivate high-performing teams," said Mr.

Canevari. "His leadership will be instrumental in leveraging the latest scientific advancements and technologies to further elevate our innovation strategy and deliver groundbreaking products that continue to set new benchmarks in the beauty industry."

This appointment reinforces The Estée Lauder Companies' unwavering dedication to cultivating a culture of scientific excellence and creative ingenuity.

With Dr. Lammers at the helm of Research & Innovation, ELC is poised to unlock new frontiers in beauty, delivering the next generation of beloved, high-performance products that inspire and empower consumers around the globe.