Leonardo Zia
About Leonardo Zia
Leonardo Zia is an R&D Coordinator at Avon, where he has worked since 2017, and has a background in personal care and cosmetics research. He holds a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from USP and has experience in various R&D roles at companies such as The Lubrizol Corporation, Colgate Palmolive, and Água de Cheiro.
Work at Avon
Leonardo Zia has been employed at Avon since 2017, initially serving as an R&D Scientist. In 2019, he transitioned to the role of R&D Coordinator. His tenure at Avon spans over seven years, during which he has contributed to various research and development projects in São Paulo, São Paulo. His responsibilities include overseeing product development processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in R&D
Before joining Avon, Leonardo Zia gained valuable experience in the research and development sector. He worked at The Lubrizol Corporation as an R&D trainee in Personal Care from 2009 to 2010. Following this, he held a position as an Analista Jr. de P&D at Água de Cheiro for four months in 2011. He also served as an R&D Trainee in Oral Care at Colgate Palmolive from 2010 to 2011. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in product development and formulation.
Education and Expertise
Leonardo Zia studied at the University of São Paulo (USP), where he earned a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from 2007 to 2012. He furthered his education at Instituto Racine, specializing in Cosmetology and Cosmetic Formulations, achieving a specialization in R&D and Cosmetology from 2013 to 2016. His academic background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in the cosmetics industry.