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drom Appoints Head of Human Resources

Oct 30th, 2018

Eden Stuart

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drom Fragrances has appointed Michaela Lück head of human resources.

Lück brings more than 13 years of human resources management to the role, acquired through various industries. In her new role, she will be tasked with running the standardized personnel management regime installed for more than 500 employees worldwide.

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