LONDON, June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Dolan, former CEO of Bacardi Ltd and IMG Worldwide, has joined Augustinus Bader Group as Executive Chairman, bringing his breadth of experience in global business development to the revolutionary skincare brand.
Augustinus Bader, who founded the Group, is one of the world's leading stem cell and biomedical scientists. He is Director and Professor of Applied Stem Cell Biology and Cell Technology at the University of Leipzig. After three decades working as a specialist in the field of regenerative medicine, Professor Bader has discovered a ground-breaking medical treatment that activates the body's innate regenerative process and leads to scar-free healing. Realising the potential of his breakthrough, he has been inspired to create a skincare product with similar technology, to help fuel further innovation and bring life-changing treatment to those who need it most.
Mr. Dolan joins The Augustinus Bader Group at an exciting time as the skincare brand continues to take the beauty industry by storm, growing its global footprint both online and in store. Launched online in February this year, the brand opened its first store in Paris on the legendary Palais Royal in April, followed shortly afterwards by a product launch at 10 Corso Como in Milan and LA's famed Violet Grey on Melrose Place.
Mr. Dolan retired from Bacardi at the end of 2017 after three years at the helm of the largest privately-owned spirits company in the world. Prior to Barcardi, he was Chairman and CEO of IMG Worldwide where he was responsible for the company's global growth strategy. He was also Executive Vice President and CFO of Viacom, and Chairman and CEO of Young and Rubicam, where he led the recapitalization of the company and successful IPO.
Professor Augustinus Bader said: "I am delighted that Michael is joining us on our exciting mission to help change lives through scientific progress. We share a combined commitment to bring these crucial medical advancements to those who need them most. I am confident we can now do this more quickly and effectively with Michael on board, drawing on his tremendous experience of guiding the global development of major organizations."
Charles Rosier, Co-founder of The Augustinus Bader Group, said: "Michael's experience speaks for itself. We have had great success with the launch of our two skincare products, but Michael will now help take us to the next level. He will play an integral role in leading our company's expansion into high growth markets, especially in China and throughout Asia through ecommerce, bringing a wealth of experience in developing brands internationally through exciting new marketing approaches."
Michael Dolan said: "It's an honour to work with Professor Bader. He is a true visionary, developing pioneering medical advancements that are already changing people's lives. I am excited about the huge potential for the Augustinus Bader Group and what we can achieve. Our innovative products are not only going to change the face of the beauty industry but with 10% of their profits going to The Augustinus Bader Foundation we are able to provide Professor Bader's scientifically proven medical treatments to those in greatest need."
About Professor Augustinus Bader
Professor Augustinus Bader is one of the world's leading stem cell and biomedical scientists. After three decades working as a specialist in the field of regenerative medicine, Professor Bader has developed a ground breaking technology that actives, harnesses and orchestrates the body's own systems to repair and regenerate.
Until now, stem cell science has focused on removing stem cells to work with them outside the body, or using foreign stem cells from plants and animals. Professor Bader's technology works with the body's own stem cells, activating them in situ, boosting them and committing them to generate the correct healed tissue.
He has created a series of wound gels and creams which assist the regeneration of tissue using the body's own stems cells, rather than requiring surgery. In clinical applications, the Professor's healing therapies have achieved unprecedented results, eliminating the need for skin grafts and scar revision. Now, Augustinus Bader is offering consumers the opportunity to experience the innovative formulas of his eponymous skincare brand. Inspired by his breakthrough technology, the Cream and the Rich Cream deliver active ingredients to the skin, boost cell function visibly reducing the signs of ageing and damage caused by environmental stresses and leaving the skin looking restored, regenerated and glowing with health.
About The Augustinus Bader Group
Augustinus Bader is a remarkable brand with a remarkable mission. Through medical progress, the group wants to advance healing treatments around the world. Through consumer products and bespoke clinics, the group wants to change the beauty conversation from the pursuit of youth to the attainment of the body's optimal condition. And through the Augustinus Bader Foundation, Professor Bader can offer his scientifically proven therapies to those in greatest need, offering all services and treatments free of charge.
Ten per cent of profits from every skincare purchase go to the Augustinus Bader Foundation. The Founders of the Augustinus Bader Group are also committed to allocating the majority of their dividends to biomedical research that will disrupt the medical field and advance humanity's healing potential.
