Amie Stewart
About Amie Stewart
Amie Stewart is a Manager of New Technology at Avon, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in chemistry, holding a Ph.D. from Brandeis University and has held various roles in research and development throughout her career.
Current Role at Avon
Amie Stewart serves as the Manager of New Technology at Avon, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she provides oversight for multiple upstream color projects, assisting team leads with consumer testing needs. Additionally, she co-leads the AWE STEM initiative, which she has been involved with since 2018. Stewart also leads the Upstream Color Scouting program, focusing on identifying technical trends that align with consumer insights and marketing gaps. Her responsibilities include co-leading company-wide open innovation challenges, ensuring that selected ideas are evaluated by R&D and marketing teams.
Previous Experience at Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry
Amie Stewart worked at the Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry in various roles. She began as a Scientist in 2010 for a five-month period. Following this, she served as a Senior Scientist from 2010 to 2016, dedicating six years to advancing green chemistry initiatives. Stewart also held the position of Lab Safety Manager from 2012 to 2015, where she focused on maintaining safety protocols within the laboratory environment.
Academic Background
Amie Stewart earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Dickinson College, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education at Brandeis University, obtaining a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from 2005 to 2010. During her time at Brandeis, she also worked as a Research Assistant from 2006 to 2010 and as a Teaching Assistant from 2005 to 2007, gaining valuable experience in both research and education.
Career Progression at Avon
Stewart's career at Avon has seen her take on several key roles. She worked as a Development Chemist in Applied Research and Formulary Design from 2016 to 2018, before advancing to the position of Senior Chemist in New Technology from 2018 to 2021. Her progression within the company reflects her expertise in chemistry and her contributions to product development and innovation.