Avon recently announced the appointment of Miguel Fernandez as Global President, with responsibility for commercial business operations, effective August 14, 2017.
Miguel will report directly to Avon’s Chief Executive Officer, Sheri McCoy, and will be based at Avon’s headquarters in London. Miguel succeeds John Higson, who will be retiring in September from his role as Avon’s Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer, following 32 years with Avon.
Miguel is a seasoned executive with more than 20 years of operating experience, including significant international experience and a proven track record in the direct selling industry. He joins Avon following nearly ten years at Herbalife Ltd., where he most recently served as Executive Vice President and Managing Director for the Americas and Worldwide Member Operations. Previously at Herbalife, Miguel served as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Mexico, and Vice President Finance & Distributor Operations.
Sheri McCoy, Chief Executive Officer of Avon said: “I am delighted to welcome an executive of Miguel’s caliber to Avon’s leadership team. Miguel’s expertise in general management, global sales, marketing and operational excellence, will help us accelerate changes in our commercial operations and drive profitable growth.”
McCoy continued, “On behalf of the entire Avon team, I would like to thank