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Melissa Gordon

Investor | Advisor | Operator | Climate, Impact, Sustainability | Health, Wellness, Consumer

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Overview 

Melissa Gordon is a seasoned investor and operator with a background in climate, impact, and sustainability, as well as health, wellness, and consumer sectors. Currently serving as Principal at Acre Venture Partners, she has held key roles at The Honest Company and The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., showcasing expertise in early-stage investments and marketing within the industry. Highlights of Melissa's career include her role as Director at The Honest Company and Director of Global Marketing at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., where she demonstrated proficiency in deal sourcing, due diligence, and corporate development, contributing to her success in venture capital and private equity investments.

Work Experience 

  • Principal

    2017 - 2023

    Venture fund investing into solutions for the biggest problems facing climate, planetary and human health.

Acre invests in companies creating fundamental change within food and agriculture.

  • Director, Honest Beauty

    2016 - 2017

    P&L responsibility. Led marketing, product, digital, sales and strategy.

The Honest Company is a consumer products company that offers baby, personal care, and beauty products.

Raised $503,000,000.00 from L Catterton.

  • Director Global Marketing, Tom Ford Beauty

    2015 - 2016

  • Presidential Management Associate

    2014 - 2015

    La Mer, Global Marketing Clinique, Global Marketing

Estee Lauder Companies is a manufacturer and marketer of skincare and hair care products, makeup, and perfumes .

Raised $5,150,000,000.00.

  • Associate

    2006 - 2010

Lazard is a financial advisory and asset management firm focused on income strategies, alternative investments, and private equity funds.

Raised $400,000,000.00.

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