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Steven Weaver joined Custom Essence in July 2025 as vice president of business development after nearly two decades at Symrise, where he most recently served as vice president of sales, North America.

Custom Essence Ushers in New Sales Leadership as Jack Corley Retires, Steven Weaver Named CSO

Steven Weaver takes the helm as new CSO, bringing two decades of multinational FMCG leadership experience.

This year's 'Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers' special issue reveals an industry moving decisively away from simple sensory replication toward the intentional orchestration of complex, multi-dimensional consumption experiences.

Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers 2026: Convergence, Intelligence and Resilience in Global Flavor Design

Emerging forces are fundamentally redefining the corporate agendas, research and development brief structures, and capital expenditure priorities of global taste leaders.

The facility allows IFF to make a single borrowing through September 25, 2026, with the loan maturing on December 31, 2027.

IFF Secures $1 Billion Loan to Refinance 2026 Debt Maturity

The agreement also requires IFF to use 100% of the net proceeds from the planned sale of a material portion of its food ingredients business to repay outstanding borrowings.

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Satoshi Masamura, president and CEO, Takasago

Takasago Targets High-Growth Markets, Doubles Down on Innovation and Regional Expansion

Julien Maubert, Global Head of Fragrance Division & Sustainability at Robertet

Robertet Enters New Era of Growth, Innovation and Leadership

'Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, Mane co-creates fragrances that are deeply rooted in local usage, rituals and aspirations,' says Samantha Mane.

Mane’s Growth Playbook for a Fragmented Fragrance Economy

Adolf John Todros, a pioneering figure in the essential oils industry, is remembered as a visionary whose lifelong dedication and integrity shaped a lasting international legacy.

In Memoriam: Adolf John Todros

"He became a towering figure—a man of immense value whose journey serves as a blueprint for generations to come."

Hair care posted mid-single-digit organic growth, driven primarily by increased volumes and innovation-led pricing in North America and Europe.

Procter & Gamble Q3 Beauty Surges as Cost Pressures Cloud Full-Year Outlook

Skin care recorded high single-digit growth, benefiting from a premium product mix and higher volumes.

Tom Buco, president of Excellentia, has been praised for his integrity and kindness.

In Remembrance: Tom Buco, President of Excellentia

"The values he instilled integrity, kindness, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence—continue to guide and inspire us each day."

As the calendar turns, P&F+ is also moving into a new era, with some exciting new faces.

A New Chapter for Perfumer & Flavorist+

As the calendar turns, P&F+ is also moving into a new era, with some exciting new faces.

Leco Corporation June

LECO Corporation's Pegasus BTX

CPL Aromas will retain all 19 existing employees from GFL, as well as the current premises that will be run under the CPL Aromas Spain division.

CPL Aromas Acquires Global Fragrances Labs

CPL Aromas will combine its current operations in Spain with Global Fragrances Labs to create one division, expanding its capabilities to better serve its customers.

2023 net sales are projected to reach $1.2 billion, 10% ahead of 2022 net sales.

Inter Parfums Q4 & Full-Year 2022 Sales Increase

Fiscal year 2022 net sales increased 24% year-over-year to $1.087 billion.

Narashimhan will be replaced by Nicandro Durante, current senior independent director, who will tentatively step into the role of CEO, as the board evaluates and selects the future leadership.

Laxman Narasimhan Steps Down as CEO of Reckitt

Narashimhan will be replaced by Nicandro Durante, current senior independent director, who will tentatively step into the role of CEO.

Q1 2022 revenue was 18 billion euros, an increase of 29% as compared to the previous year.

LVMH Q1 2022 Results

The perfumes and cosmetics category Q1 2022 revenue was 1,905 million euros, compared to 1,550 million euros in the previous year.

House of Mugler posted this image of Manfred Thierry Mugler to its Instagram page to announce the passing of the designer.

House of Mugler Announces Passing of Manfred Thierry Mugler

A post was also made on Mugler's personal Instagram page that confirmed the fashion designer died on January 23, 2022.

Inter Parfums has signed a 10-year exclusive global licensing agreement with Emanuel Ungaro.

Inter Parfums Signs Licensing Agreement With Emanuel Ungaro

The 10-year exclusive global licensing agreement with Emanuel Ungaro is for the creation, development and distribution of fragrances and fragrance-related products, under the Emanuel Ungaro brand.