Monique Rodriguez Explained

Monique Rodriguez
Birth Date:1985
Birth Place:Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Nationality:American
Occupation:Entrepreneur, CEO, Philanthropist
Known For:Founder of Mielle Organics

Monique Rodriguez is an American entrepreneur and the founder of Mielle Organics, a hair care and beauty brand.

Early life and education

Monique Rodriguez was born in 1985 and raised in Chicago, Illinois.[1] She developed an interest in hair care at an early age, influenced by her mother's homemade hair treatments. Rodriguez pursued a career in nursing.

Career

Rodriguez founded Mielle Organics in 2014. The company offers products designed specifically for textured hair, including shampoos, conditioners, oils, and styling products.[2] [3]

In January 2023, Rodriguez announced the sale of Mielle Organics to Procter & Gamble (P&G).[4] [5]

Philanthropic work

Rodriguez launched a venture fund in 2023, to provide financial and mentorship support to minority-owned businesses in the beauty and wellness industries.[6] [7]

Personal life

Rodriguez said in 2019 that a family tragedy motivated her to pursue a career in hair care full-time.[8]

Awards and recognition

Rodriguez was recognized as one of CNBC's "Changemakers" in 2024 for her impact on the beauty industry and her efforts to support Black women entrepreneurs[9]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: How This Millionaire Mom Turned A Health Tragedy Into Triumph . Forbes . February 11, 2019 . Forbes Media . May 28, 2024.
  2. Web site: Who Gets to Use a Hair Oil?. The New York Times . April 5, 2023 . The New York Times Company . May 28, 2024.
  3. Web site: How to Launch a Black Beauty Brand . Business of Fashion . May 20, 2022 . The Business of Fashion . May 28, 2024. subscription.
  4. Web site: This Black founder sold her company to P&G—why she says she’s ‘selling up,’ not selling out . CNBC . January 21, 2023 . CNBC LLC . May 28, 2024.
  5. Web site: Mielle Organics Co-Founders On Remaining True To Customers With Proctor & Gamble Acquisition . Forbes . January 12, 2023 . Forbes Media . May 28, 2024.
  6. Web site: Mielle Organics Founder Monique Rodriguez To Launch Her Own Venture Fund . Inc. . March 1, 2023 . Mansueto Ventures . May 28, 2024.
  7. Web site: Mielle Organics' Monique Rodriguez Is Spearheading Her Own Venture Fund . Essence . March 2, 2023 . Essence Communications . May 28, 2024.
  8. Web site: Mielle Organics Founder Monique Rodriguez On Growing A Company Out Of Tragedy . CBS News . January 25, 2019 . CBS Interactive . May 28, 2024.
  9. Web site: Monique Rodriguez, CNBC Changemakers . CNBC . February 28, 2024 . CNBC LLC . May 28, 2024.

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