THE WHAT? Another day, another DSM-Firmenich appointment, this time the merged cosmetics ingredients firm has named Emmanuel Bustraen as President of Perfumery & Beauty, effective July 1, 2023.  

THE DETAILS Bustraen will retain his role as Chief Integration Officer and will take on his new responsibilities after a comprehensive handover from Ilaria Resta, who is leaving the company to take up a CEO position at a prestigious watchmaker.

THE WHY? Geraldine Matchett and Dimitri de Vreeze, Co-CEOs of DSM-Firmenich, commented: “We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Emmanuel Butstraen as the President of our Perfumery & Beauty business. His profound understanding of our customer base and exceptional leadership skills have consistently yielded remarkable results. With a deep understanding of consumers and a passion for fragrance, personal care and innovation, Emmanuel is set to further strengthen DSM-Firmenich as the partner of choice for our customers, empowering them to enhance and strengthen their brands.”