Pauline Brown is a distinguished leader in the luxury goods sector, renowned for her expertise in brand-building and marketing. She has held pivotal roles throughout her career, most notably as the Chairman of North America for LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, where she provided strategic leadership for approximately 70 prestigious brands across various sectors, including fashion, cosmetics, and fine wines. Her tenure at LVMH was marked by significant contributions to the company’s growth and market presence, as she also served on the boards of several LVMH-backed companies, enhancing their strategic direction and operational success.

Transitioning from corporate leadership to education and advisory roles, Pauline became an Executive-in-Residence and Marketing Professor at Columbia Business School. She developed a groundbreaking course on the business of aesthetics, which laid the foundation for her acclaimed book, “Aesthetic Intelligence: How to Boost It and Use It in Business and Beyond,” published by HarperCollins in 2019. This innovative work emphasizes the importance of aesthetic value in business, providing a roadmap for leaders to create meaningful consumer experiences.

Before her time at LVMH, Pauline was a Managing Director at The Carlyle Group, where she played a crucial role in building the firm’s consumer and retail practice. Her investment acumen was further demonstrated through her board positions with luxury brands like Moncler and Philosophy. Earlier in her career, she held senior executive roles at Estee Lauder, where she significantly expanded the company’s brand portfolio.

In addition to her corporate achievements, Pauline is a Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute and actively contributes to various boards, including Neiman Marcus Group. Her commitment to empowering future business leaders through Aesthetic Intelligence Labs reflects her dedication to fostering a new generation equipped with essential skills for navigating the complexities of modern business.