Avon management
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Brian Connolly is named to newly created position of executive VP, global sales strategy, direct-seller announces Aug. 16. Connolly will be "responsible for driving the company's direct-selling strategies as a source of continuing competitive advantage, especially in...fast-growing international markets, where Avon is rolling out Sales Leadership, a multi-level earnings opportunity for career-oriented Representatives that launched successfully in the U.S. in 1999." Exec, who has worked at Avon since 1978, previously was executive VP and president, North America. Connolly is succeeded in that role by Elizabeth Smith, who joined Avon in January as brand president, with responsibility for the strategic management of Avon's worldwide brand and product categories. She will retain that position in addition to her new responsibilities. Both executives report to Avon President/Chief Operating Officer Susan Kropf...