Jamie Plaza Bennett
About Jamie Plaza Bennett
Jamie Plaza Bennett serves as the Head of Prestige and Emerging Brands at kdc/one, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in the cosmetics industry, having held various roles at Cosmetic Essence Innovations and Alison Brod Marketing and Communications.
Current Role at kdc/one
Jamie Plaza Bennett serves as the Head of Prestige and Emerging Brands at kdc/one. She has held this position since 2021. In addition to her current role, she also works as the Head of Global Business Development for Indie & Emerging Brands, a position she has maintained since 2019. Her responsibilities include overseeing brand development strategies and managing relationships with emerging brands in the beauty and personal care sectors.
Previous Experience at Cosmetic Essence Innovations
Prior to her current roles, Jamie Plaza Bennett worked at Cosmetic Essence Innovations for a total of eight years. She began as an Account Executive from 2007 to 2012, followed by a position as Sales Director from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Project Manager in Research & Development from 2005 to 2007. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in sales and product development within the cosmetics industry.
Early Career at Alison Brod Marketing and Communications
Jamie Plaza Bennett started her career as an Account Coordinator at Alison Brod Marketing and Communications in 2003. She worked in this role for one year before transitioning to Cosmetic Essence Innovations. This early experience contributed to her understanding of marketing and client relations in the beauty sector.
Educational Background
Jamie Plaza Bennett studied at Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her education has equipped her with the analytical and communication skills necessary for her roles in business development and brand management.
Leadership Role at KDC | Chemaid
Before joining kdc/one, Jamie Plaza Bennett held the position of Vice President of Business Development at KDC | Chemaid from 2015 to 2019. In this role, she focused on expanding business opportunities and fostering client relationships, further enhancing her expertise in the beauty and personal care industry.