Since June 2024, as CMO for Beauty & Wellbeing, Barreto has owned the global P&L for Unilever’s beauty portfolio across more than 60 markets, spanning brands such as Dove, Vaseline, TRESemmé, Sunsilk, Clear, Pond’s and Nexxus.
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Unilever Expands Leandro Barreto's Global Marketing Role for 2026

  • Leandro Barreto, current CMO for Beauty & Wellbeing, will assume an expanded global marketing role at Unilever from 2026.
  • This expansion follows the departure of Esi Eggleston Bracey, Unilever's CMGO, in January 2026; her role will not have a direct successor.
  • Barreto will oversee Unilever's broader enterprise marketing agenda, building on his current responsibilities.
  • He reflected on 2025 as a year of "bold bets and meaningful momentum," highlighting premiumisation, cultural relevance, and creativity.
  • The "Vaseline Verified" campaign was cited as a key success, showcasing collaboration, authenticity, and measurable impact.

Why It Matters: Leandro Barreto steps into a broader global marketing leadership role at Unilever from 2026, succeeding Esi Eggleston Bracey.

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