Episode 048 – Dave Kimbell, CEO, Ulta Beauty

On this episode of the Executives' Exchange, we dive into the profound role of beauty in our lives with two exceptional leaders: Dave Kimbell, CEO of Ulta Beauty, and guest host Michelle Collins, President of Cambium LLC. Discover how Ulta Beauty revolutionized the industry by making beauty accessible to all. Get ready to be inspired and gain invaluable insights as we explore beauty, technology, leadership, and community engagement.

00:00 – Intro

00:58 – Michelle introducing Dave

01:35 – Dave's background & early influences

03:47 – Roles prior to Ulta Beauty

05:55 – Ulta Beauty's beginning – Beauty in a New Way

09:27 – Technology enhancing the Ulta Beauty experience

12:04 – Data insights from loyalty customers & beauty enthusiasts

15:36 – Ulta Beauty's partnership with Target

18:00 – Challenges with retail theft

21:26 – Message from our sponsor, Shure

21:57 – Ulta Beauty's differentiators

24:06 – Deepening investments in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

26:53 – Setting industry & company standards

29:20 – Supporting new and emerging brands – Sparked

30:47 – Opportunities for Men as beauty consumers

32:16 – Advice for potential CEOs

34:49 – Dave's community involvement

37:25 – Supporting Chicago

39:44 – How leadership starts with heart

41:36 – Rapid fire questions

46:54 – Outro

Episode Link: Ulta Beauty

Guest Host: Michelle Collins, President, Cambium LLC

Producer: Eva Penar, Chief Content & Communications Officer, The Executives' Club of Chicago

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