Justin AndersonLast Thursday, July 10, CEW members gathered for the sold-out CEW x Dior Member Meetup in Midtown NYC — a night that proved to be the hottest ticket in town.
Hosted at Dior’s elegant New York City offices, the event drew more than 50 CEW members and had a waitlist of 40, underscoring the strong demand for in-person community-building within the beauty industry. Guests arrived to a warm welcome and enjoyed a gourmet spread, wine, and cocktails in a stylish, inviting setting designed to encourage conversation and connection. Dior’s beautiful space included an outdoor deck with a comfortable sofa where many members relaxed, enjoying the open air and views of Madison Avenue.
Attendees came from across the industry — including major global brands and independent startups, such as representatives from Bath & Body Works, Beekman 1802, Borghese, Colgate, Coty, Coven Creative, Givaudan, JPMorgan Chase, L’Oréal, LVMH, NARS, ReVive, Shiseido, Source Beauty, and more. Some reconnected with former colleagues while others expanded their networks, making new connections that will support their personal and professional growth.
The evening also featured opening remarks from Kareem Gayle, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Dior, who spoke about Dior’s commitment to fostering talent and building an inclusive culture. She was joined by Cathleen Williams, Vice President of Marketing at CEW, who shared CEW’s mission to create a unified, empowering community for women in beauty. Their remarks set the tone for an evening dedicated to meaningful networking, learning from peers, and celebrating the shared values that drive the industry forward.
Missed this one? CEW hosts monthly Member Meetups in NYC and has upcoming events planned in Chicago, California, and Dallas. Check our Events page for details on how to join.
Interested in partnering with CEW to host a Member Mixer? Let us know by emailing Membership@cew.org—we’d love to hear from you
