Givaudan announced its chief executive officer (CEO), Gilles Andrier, will receive the prestigious Hall of Fame Award from The Fragrance Foundation (TFF) at the 2024 Fragrance Foundation Awards held in New York City on June 5, 2024.
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The annual fragrance awards recognise and celebrate extraordinary individuals, innovations, and achievements within the United States fragrance industry.
Andrier began his 30-plus year career at Givaudan in 1993, serving in a number of key roles including head of Fragrances Operations, USA, Head of Consumer Products, Europe, Head of Fine Fragrances, Europe and Global Head of Fine Fragrances until he was appointed as CEO in 2005. Under his storied tenure, Givaudan has grown significantly where he has led the Company’s global expansion and redefined the Company’s strategic direction making Givaudan a global leader in Fragrance & Beauty and Taste & Wellbeing. His leadership has left an indelible mark in the fragrance industry. Givaudan’s rich history emanates from the combination of cultures and capabilities of some of the world's greatest fragrance houses, including Roure, Chiris and Quest International. With strategic acquisitions, Andrier elevated Givaudan to unprecedented heights within the fine fragrance market. Under his guidance, Givaudan saw unparalleled global expansion and solidified its fine fragrance market leadership, supporting customers in creating iconic fragrance brands that consumers love.
“On behalf of Givaudan, I am incredibly honoured and humbled to be recognised by The Fragrance Foundation with the 2024 Hall of Fame Award. This award pays tribute to everyone at Givaudan for their creativity, passion and contribution to our wonderful fine fragrance industry,” said Gilles Andrier, chief executive officer of Givaudan.
“Being part of this beautiful industry, one of artistry and craftsmanship coupled with innovation, has profoundly impacted my life. The power of fragrances to evoke emotions, to stir memories and to bring joy to people’s lives is an enduring contribution that we can all be proud of.”
“Gilles Andrier is an exemplary purpose-driven leader whose strategic vision and passion for the fragrance industry is evident in everything he does and how he leads. Our shared values and vision for the world of fragrance puts the people, products and perfumers at the centre,” said Linda G. Levy, president of The Fragrance Foundation. “He has been at the forefront of driving sustainability and DEI initiatives within his organisation, building community and bridging business goals with love for nature. We are extremely proud to bestow this honour in recognition of Givaudan’s heritage and to Gilles’ legacy.”
