Brenda Wu
Chief Executive Officer at Stearn's Products, Inc.
Profile
Brenda Wu is President & Chief Executive Officer of Topix, the #1 independent provider of professional skincare products in the United States.
As President and Chief Executive Officer, Brenda oversees Topix’s family of brands, which include Replenix, DermaE, ClarityRx and custom brands developed in partnership with leading dermatologists, which are sold across a variety of high-growth channels, including physician offices, professional spas, natural and premium retailers and direct-to-consumer.
Prior to joining Topix, Brenda spent over 13 years at L’Oréal in a variety of leadership roles.
Most recently, Brenda served as U.S.
General Manager of SkinCeuticals, a premium, advanced skincare company.
Brenda was instrumental in defining & executing strategy, salesforce management, brand positioning and outsized growth for the Skinceuticals brand.
Under her leadership, SkinCeuticals rose from the #3 to the #1 professional skincare brand ranked by revenue.
Prior to her instrumental role with SkinCeuticals, Brenda held a variety of leadership positions across other L’Oréal brands, including Vice President of Marketing for Giorgio Armani Beauty, Kiehl’s Since 1851 and Lancôme from 2005 to 2012.
Prior to her work in the skincare and beauty industry, Brenda was a Senior Merchandiser (Buyer) for Banana Republic, a Digital Senior Marketing Manager for AOL and a Strategy Consultant at Bain & Company.
Brenda received her B.A.
from Harvard University, graduating cum laude, and her M.B.A.
degree from Harvard Business School.
She has also attended Harvard Law School and the Christine Valmy Esthetics school.
Brenda Wu active positions
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Stearn's Products, Inc.
Stearn's Products, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Part of Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., derma e is a natural skincare brand that offers a full line of skincare products that are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. derma e's mission is to provide high-quality, affordable, and natural skincare products that do not contain parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, petrolatum, mineral oil, artificial colors, gluten, soy, or GMOs. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Simi Valley, CA. Brenda Wu has been the CEO of the company since 2018. Stearn's Products, Inc. was acquired by Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on May 29, 2018. | Chief Executive Officer | 2018-09-02 |
Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. provides pharmaceuticals and skin care products. It offers antioxidants, body care, cleansers, exfoliators, glycolic, kits and systems, moisturizers, peels, retinols, toners and sunscreens. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in North Amityville, NY. | Chief Executive Officer | 2019-01-09 |
New Mountain Capital LLC
New Mountain Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance New Mountain Capital LLC (New Mountain Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 1999 by Steven Klinsky. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Private Equity Investor | - |
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Harvard University | Undergraduate Degree |
Harvard Business School | Masters Business Admin |
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New Mountain Capital LLC
New Mountain Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance New Mountain Capital LLC (New Mountain Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 1999 by Steven Klinsky. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Finance |
Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. provides pharmaceuticals and skin care products. It offers antioxidants, body care, cleansers, exfoliators, glycolic, kits and systems, moisturizers, peels, retinols, toners and sunscreens. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in North Amityville, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Stearn's Products, Inc.
Stearn's Products, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Part of Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., derma e is a natural skincare brand that offers a full line of skincare products that are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. derma e's mission is to provide high-quality, affordable, and natural skincare products that do not contain parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, petrolatum, mineral oil, artificial colors, gluten, soy, or GMOs. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Simi Valley, CA. Brenda Wu has been the CEO of the company since 2018. Stearn's Products, Inc. was acquired by Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on May 29, 2018. | Distribution Services |
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