THE WHAT? The Estée Lauder Companies has nominated Dana Strong, CBE, and Annabelle Yu Long for election to its Board of Directors at the annual meeting of stockholders on November 13, 2025.

THE DETAILS Dana Strong is the CEO of Sky (Comcast), with over 25 years of global media and consumer leadership, credited with driving Sky’s digital and streaming transformation. Her expertise spans direct-to-consumer models, digital innovation, and operational turnarounds across the U.S., Europe, and Australia.

Annabelle Yu Long is the Founding and Managing Partner of BAI Capital and a Bertelsmann Group Management Committee member, with extensive experience in Asia/Pacific markets, venture capital, and corporate strategy. She currently serves on the boards of Tapestry Inc., NIO, LexinFintech, and HSBC, and is recognized for her insights into Asian consumer behavior and technology disruption.

Their nominations underscore Estée Lauder’s focus on strengthening governance with leaders versed in digital innovation, consumer engagement, turnaround strategies, and Asia-Pacific market expertise. Chair William P. Lauder noted that both nominees bring “highly relevant” global perspectives to support the company’s growth and transformation ambitions.

THE WHY? The appointments reflect Estée Lauder’s commitment to diversifying board expertise to align with shifting consumer behaviors, the accelerating digital landscape, and growth opportunities in Asia. The addition of Strong and Long strengthens the company’s strategic positioning for global transformation and shareholder value creation.

Source: Estée Lauder Companies