Millie kendall and helena grzesk make queen’s new year honours list
Published
07th Jan 2022
by kieran
Millie Kendall and Helena Grzesk, chief executive officer and chief operating officer of the British Beauty Council respectively, have recently been recognised on the 2022 Queen’s New Year Honours List due to their outstanding work in the industry during the pandemic and beyond.
For their efforts, Millie has been given the title of OBE (officer of the British Empire) and Helen was awarded an MBE (member of the order of the British Empire) on January 1.
Amongst the work recognised, both Millie and Helena have assisted the industry by launching initiatives, activities and campaigns, as well as championing the cultural and economic importance of the hair and beauty industries through conversations with high-profile business leaders and politicians.
Some key achievements from 2021 include the launch of the Sustainable Beauty Coalition to strengthen the sector’s sustainability efforts, and the obtainment of £500 million-pounds worth of Government-backed support in light of Covid-19.
During September 2021, the British Beauty Council also hosted British Beauty Week with chancellor of the exchequer Rishi Sunak opening the event, displaying how the bonds the council has made with the Government during this challenging period.
Millie commented: “It’s an honour to be recognised in this way. My passion for the beauty industry has never faltered, it makes such an impact on our everyday lives. This award signifies a change in how our sector is viewed, and an appreciation of not just my work but the monumental efforts of The British Beauty Council and its partners in affecting that change.”
Helena added: “This award is a demonstration of the positive steps forward we have taken in being recognised as a global leader in innovation and education. We are so truly proud of the work we have achieved to date – this is the culmination of that work.”
