Beauty, Brains, and the Science Behind Innovation

Dr. Shoná Burkes-Henderson, Manager, Product Research Organization and Product Experience Center at Mary Kay Global, shares her inspiring journey from an internship at Mary Kay to a distinguished career in environmental chemistry, and her eventual return to Mary Kay in various leadership roles. Shoná delves into the significance of mentorship, community, and maintaining a work-life balance in achieving success and navigating career pivots. She highlights Mary Kay's inclusive and empowering environment, with a commitment to diversity in hiring and customer engagement. Shonáelaborates on her role, focusing on understanding consumer perceptions and needs throughout the product life cycle, and the importance of diverse perspectives in product development. She explores the industry's shift towards greater inclusivity, especially post-George Floyd, and the challenges of ensuring product efficacy across different skin types in various markets. She also shares her excitement about her recent election to the board of directors for the International Society of Biophysics and Imaging of the Skin, reflecting on her growth within the organization and revealing her favorite Mary Kay product, the Timewise 3D Age Fighting Moisturizer, highlighting its aesthetics and effectiveness. Follow @MaryKayUS or visit https://www.marykay.com/en-us/ Tune in to learn more from Shoná and Kendra!