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ESSENCE, a fully black-owned media, technology and commerce company dedicated to black women and communities, has announced its executive leadership team. These appointments are part of the final phases of the restructuring process aimed at positioning the company for continued growth and maximum impact following its acquisition from Time corporation.
This transformation has included, among other focus areas, building critical operational infrastructure across finance, human resources and technology; making significant investments across ESSENCE magazine. Digital, e-commerce and experiential platform have resulted in the brand, almost doubling its reach over three years.
Among the appointees is Kenyan-born Caroline Wanga, an innovative and inspirational thought leader and public speaker and earned her bachelor’s degree from HBCU Texas College. She has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, ESSENCE and Chief Growth Officer, Essence Ventures