Mintel Beauty and Personal Care has announced that Mikel Sacher has joined its team as Director of Business Development and Accounts.

Sacher will work from Mintel’s New York office, responsible for managing existing client accounts and cultivating new business for the Mintel Beauty & Personal Care platform. .

With 20+ years of production, sales, and management experience in the beauty, luxury and fashion sectors, Sacher comes to Mintel from WGSN Group.

Sacher commented:

“I’m obsessed with innovation—which is what Mintel is known for and I am excited to combine my passion for what drives success in the beauty industry with Mintel data to help brands make smarter decisions.”

She continued to describe what makes the beauty industry so appealing:

“I have always loved the newness in the beauty world, I remember really getting hooked when I worked for the Aveda brand during the time that the brand transitioned into an Estee Lauder brand. I look forward to translating my experience and leadership skills into my new role and meet the challenges and demands of top beauty and personal care brands with Mintel’s research tools.”

Jane Henderson, Global President, BPC, Mintel adds:

“We are excited that Mikel is part of our beauty team as she brings fantastic energy, skills and commitment. These are all assets clients appreciate when developing unique products.”