Tribe Dynamics

How MAC Leverages its Professional Makeup Artist Community

In our 40th episode of Earned, Conor sits down with Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois, SVP, Global CMO of MAC Cosmetics. We start by discussing the current “makeup rebound,” and Aïda shares why she believes the vertical is picking up steam. We then dive into MAC’s community of 13,000 professional makeup artists, and learn how the brand leverages their field insight to inform product development. Aïda speaks to her personal connection to MAC, and emphasizes how inclusivity has been at the forefront of the brand since its inception. We also hear why Aïda prioritized listening and observation when first joining MAC, and explore the brand’s dedication to innovation and building out its digital framework. Finally, Aïda offers a few takeaways from her impressive career journey, and we close the show by diving into MAC’s focus on earned media and commitment to “harnessing the power of community to transform society.”

Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois

SVP, Global CMO of MAC Cosmetics

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Welcome to Earned, an influencer marketing podcast by CreatorIQ. In this series, Conor Begley, Chief Strategy Officer at CreatorIQ, sits down with esteemed industry leaders, exploring the minds—and marketing strategies—behind the most successful beauty and fashion brands in earned media. In each episode, we dive into our guest’s background, as they walk us through the unique—and often unexpected—journey that led them to landing their dream role. We discuss their tried-and-true marketing philosophies and unpack the evolution of brand-consumer relationships in the social media era—and of course, we talk about influencers, sharing insights into the most authentic and effective ways for brands to cultivate impactful influencer communities. Each guest also lends advice to young professionals starting out in the industry, and reveals a few of the key marketing strategies behind their brand’s coveted success, online and off—so be sure to tune in, and take notes!

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