Cosmetic Executive Women Inc

New York, NY · Founded 1974

Professional development and leadership advancement for women in the beauty and cosmetics industry

Primary audience
Professional Women
Work area
Career Development
Topic
Beauty Industry
Contact
Carlotta Jacobson
Website Contact

About Organization

Cosmetic Executive Women advances the careers of women in the beauty industry through networking, mentoring, and professional development programs. Based in New York, NY, the organization serves an international membership of over 9,000 professionals across brands, retailers, and suppliers. Founded in 1974, CEW operates with 32 employees and reported $8.0 million in revenue for 2024.

What They Focus On

Leadership Development

Building executive capabilities and advancing women into senior roles through targeted training and career advancement programs.

Industry Networking

Creating connections among beauty professionals across brands, retailers, suppliers, and media through events and mentorship.

Career Advancement

Providing job placement resources, professional workshops, and skill development to accelerate careers in the cosmetics industry.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$8.0M

+20.7% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$8.3M

+15.5% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$15.7M

+11.5% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

32

-3% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $8,047,717 $8,264,359 $15,660,503 32
2023 $6,669,396 $7,153,962 $14,050,224 33
2022 $6,025,137 $6,169,576 $13,884,839 32
2021 $6,010,074 $5,401,391 $13,978,635 23
2020 $5,306,158 $5,635,626 $13,388,223 29
2019 $8,212,098 $7,943,032 $14,761,347 34
2018 $7,922,562 $7,595,345 $12,935,722 32

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Recruit and connect beauty industry professionals across brands, retailers, fragrance houses, and media outlets globally.

  • 02

    Program Delivery

    Provide leadership training, career workshops, and professional development opportunities tailored to industry needs.

  • 03

    Mentorship Matching

    Facilitate online mentoring relationships and networking events to support career growth and industry connections.

  • 04

    Career Support

    Operate Beauty Career Center connecting members with job opportunities and advancement resources in cosmetics.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Cosmetic Executive Women Inc

Leadership Development

Workshops and training programs designed to advance women into executive and leadership roles in the beauty industry.

Career Workshops

Professional skill-building sessions covering industry trends, career advancement strategies, and business development for beauty professionals.

Online Mentoring

Digital mentorship platform connecting experienced industry leaders with rising professionals for guidance and career support.

Beauty Career Center

Job placement and career resources hub connecting beauty industry professionals with employment opportunities and career advancement tools.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Cosmetic Executive Women Inc.

CJ

Carlotta Jacobson

President
Full-time
Compensation: $891,231
CF

Claudia Flowers

COO / CFO
Full-time
Compensation: $285,397
LC

Lisa Campione

Director Of Events
Full-time
Compensation: $165,975
CI

Christina Iwasko

Chief Of Staff
Full-time
Compensation: $160,100
AM

Amanda MacKey

Membership Director
Full-time
Compensation: $150,329
LK

Lisa Klein

Senior VP Of Development
Full-time
Compensation: $284,481
CW

Cathleen Williams

VP Of Membership Svc & Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $242,396
AN

Andrea Nagel

VP Of Content
Full-time
Compensation: $170,138
BK

Barbara Kotlikoff

Vice-Chairwoman
1 hrs/week
HM

Heidi Manheimer

Vice-Chairwoman
1 hrs/week
JS

Jill Scalamandre

Chairwoman
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1974

Organization Founded

1974

Cosmetic Executive Women established to support professional women in the beauty industry.

2019

Revenue Peak

2019

Achieved highest annual revenue of $8.2 million with 34 employees serving growing membership.

2020

Pandemic Adaptation

2020

Transitioned programming to digital platforms while maintaining 29 employees and member services.

2024

Membership Expansion

2024

Grew to serve over 9,000 international beauty industry professionals with $8.0 million revenue.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AY
Alicia Yoon Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AH
Andrea Harrison Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AM
Anitra Marsh Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AB
Anna Baker Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Artemis Patrick Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BL
Bridget Love Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Carol Hamilton Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Catherine Wells Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Charlotte Holman Ros Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CT
Christina Tran Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DQ
Dara Quinlan Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DH
Debbi Hartley-Triesch Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DC
Diane Crecca Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DK
Duda Kertesz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
ED
Elana Drell-Szyfer Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EL
Elizabeth Lunny Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EF
Ellen Friedman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EB
Emily Bond Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EE
Emine Erselcuk Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EC
Erica Culpepper Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EE
Esi Eggleston Bracey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
FM
Flynn Matthews Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
HH
Heather Hughes Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JT
Jadzia Tirsch Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JG
Janet Gurwitch Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Jeannine Shao Collins Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jennifer Habay Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JB
Jenny B Fine Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Joy Atkinson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JW
Jue Wong Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KC
Karen Chambers Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KF
Karen Fondu Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KT
Karin Tracy Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Karyn Schoenbart Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KC
Kathleen Croddick Molyneaux Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KB
Katia Beauchamp Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Kelly McPhilliamy Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
KV
Kelly Vanasse Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KW
Kristy Westrup Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LB
Lauren Brindley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LM
Leslie Marino Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LW
Linda Wells Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LM
Lisa Marie Ringus Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LK
Liz Kaplow Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LM
Lori Monaco Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LS
Lori Singer Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LK
Lucy Kriz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Madonna Badger Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Maria Bertorelli Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Marina Maher Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MY
Mary Yee Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Melis Del Rey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Melissa Guy Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MA
Monica Arnaudo Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NB
Nancy Berger Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NT
Nancy Twine Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
ND
Nata Dvir Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NG
Nathalie Gerschtein Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PB
Pamela Baxter Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Sandra Main Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SW
Sarah Willersdorf Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SC
Shannon Curtin Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Stephanie Headley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Susan Akkad Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TJ
Tara James Taylor Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Tara Simon Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TM
Tiffany Masterson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
VH
Vennette Ho Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
VF
Veronique Ferval Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WL
Wendy Liebmann Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
YH
Yarden Horwitz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Barbara Kotlikoff Vice-Chairwoman
HM
Heidi Manheimer Vice-Chairwoman
JS
Jill Scalamandre Chairwoman

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$2.6M

Highest Paid

$943K

Carlotta Jacobson

Compensated Officers

8

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Carlotta Jacobson President $891,231 $51,831 $943,062 40
Lisa Klein Senior VP Of Development $284,481 $80,430 $364,911 40
Claudia Flowers COO / CFO $285,397 $51,961 $337,358 40
Cathleen Williams VP Of Membership Svc & Communications $242,396 $23,968 $266,364 40
Andrea Nagel VP Of Content $170,138 $58,547 $228,685 40
Lisa Campione Director Of Events $165,975 $9,897 $175,872 40
Christina Iwasko Chief Of Staff $160,100 — $160,100 40
Amanda Mackey Membership Director $150,329 — $150,329 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

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Phone

(212) 685-5955

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250 West 57th Street Suite 918 New York, NY 10107