CEW

Overview

CEW is a professional organization that connects members working in the beauty industry through networking events, industry reports, and professional development programs[1]. Founded in New York in 1954 as a social group for women in the beauty business[4], CEW describes itself as an inclusive organization that supports and advances women by providing the foundation, education, connections and recognition necessary to elevate careers[3]. The organization's member community spans professionals from emerging talent to C-suite executives across beauty brands, fragrance houses, media outlets, suppliers and retailers[3], with a reported global community of 8,000 members[6]. CEW operates industry programs including the CEW Beauty Awards, the CEW Beauty Expo scheduled for September 17, 2026 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York[7], a mentorship program, and the CEW x SCAD Executive Leadership Fellowship[7].

The company's own site places it in New York: CEW Beauty Expo event held at Metropolitan Pavilion, New York on Sep 17, 2026, indicating New York as a headquarters location for events and. [2]

CEW was founded in New York in 1954 as a social group for women in the beauty business. [4]

CEW stated that it was founded in New York in 1954, and it holds its CEW Beauty Expo at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York. [5]

CEW runs industry programs including the CEW Beauty Awards, the CEW Beauty Expo scheduled for September 17, 2026 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York, a mentorship program and the CEW x SCAD Executive Leadership Fellowship. [7]

Business address: 250 W 57th St, New York, New York, 10107. [8]

Growth & traction

CEW reported an 8,000 member global community of beauty industry professionals. [6]