FRAGRANCE NOTES ISSUE 1 2018

B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S

Miguel Alemañy Director D I R E C T O R S

“I love the smell of 4711 because it reminds me of my childhood when my aunt wore it and over-perfumed all of us kids.”

As R&D Director of Flavors and Fragrances, I manage the world’s largest perfume company that no one knows about: Procter & Gamble. I believe this area is exciting because 100 percent of what we do in life has a scent component. From eating and sleeping to cognitive development to interpersonal relationships, scent has a pivotal role. There is still so much we do not know, so research in this area is fascinating, and I can’t wait for the next invention!”

Joy Atkinson Director D I R E C T O R S

“My favorite fragrance is something created for a project for Miuccia Prada by the Firmenich Master Perfumer, Annie Buzantian. Unfortunately, Miuccia didn’t fall in love with it… but I did. Made of the highest-quality materials found in the world, orange flower verbena (25% EDP) reminds me of the shining, warm sun, a field of beautiful flowers, brightness, and love—fresh, vibrant and perfectly beautiful all in a scent just for me. Thank you, Annie! It is a fragrance gift and memory I shall cherish forever, just like our friendship.”

I joined Firmenich in 1995 after roles in fragrance, cosmetics, and fashion at JCPenney, Rich’s Department Stores, and Minnetonka/Tsumura. Now I am the President of Firmenich Body and Home Care, North America. In addition to fulfilling work and family, I proudly serve on the Board of Directors for IFRANA, Cosmetic Executive Women, the American Cleaning Institute, and the Board of Trustees for the Roxey Ballet Company.

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