Coty has named Kristina Strunz Managing Director, Southeast Asia & Distributor Markets. Strunz, who joined the beauty company in 2021 as Vice President of Southeast Asia and Distributor Markets Asia, will continue to oversee the implementation of Coty’s corporate mission.
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Bringing more than 15 years of international beauty experience to the role, Strunz is responsible for developing Coty’s business strategy in the region, spanning business development, marketing and e-commerce.
In an effort to bolster its omni-channel retail presence in the region, Coty has also appointed a new leadership team to lead affiliate markets, distributor markets and key business functions.
Among Strunz’s first steps in 2023 was to elevate the role of Estella Lau to Country Manager, Singapore and Prestige Distributor Markets (including Indonesia, India and Vietnam) to drive growth of Coty’s luxury brands across the region.
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Strunz commented in a statement: “I am delighted to lead the team in Southeast Asia in line with the group’s renewed focus. Rather than words on a page, our new purpose, vision and values serve as a constant source of inspiration for the leadership team in Southeast Asia as we transform Coty into the beauty powerhouse of tomorrow.”