Revlon Appoints Ralph Marshall as Chief Information and Digital Officer

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Revlon Group Holdings LLC (“Revlon” or the “Company”) today announced that Ralph Marshall has been appointed to the role of Chief Information and Digital Officer. He will join Revlon effective April 1, 2025, and will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Michelle Peluso.

Mr. Marshall possesses comprehensive expertise in a wide range of technology platforms, including cutting-edge emerging technologies, with a demonstrated ability to strategically align technological initiatives with key business objectives. He most recently served as the Global CTO at Merlin Entertainments. Prior to that, he held senior technology leadership roles at Starbucks, Nando’s and McDonald’s.

In connection with this appointment, Paul Smith, Revlon’s Chief Information Officer, will depart from his position next month.

Ms. Peluso said: “We are thrilled to welcome Ralph to the Revlon team. Ralph brings a robust global perspective from his many leadership roles at well-known, global brands, in addition to a passion for coaching and mentoring teams. His end-to-end technical expertise and deep understanding of how to leverage technology to strengthen the consumer experience will be critical as we work to unlock the long-term growth potential of our brands.

On behalf of the Executive Leadership Team, I also want to thank Paul for his many contributions to Revlon. I am deeply appreciative of the progress we have made in the digital space under Paul’s leadership and wish him all the best in the future.”

Ralph Marshall Biography

Ralph Marshall is a seasoned technology leader and strategic innovator with over 25 years of experience working with highly successful global brands, including Marks & Spencer, McDonald’s, Nando’s, Starbucks and Merlin Entertainments. Most recently, Mr. Marshall served as the Global CTO at Merlin Entertainments, a global leader in branded entertainment destinations, welcoming over 60 million guests annually across 23 countries.

Prior to that, Mr. Marshall served as VP of Technology EMEA at Starbucks, where he contributed to one of the most significant change periods in the history of the international division. In 2022, he expanded his responsibilities to roll out Starbucks Digital Solutions (SDS) across 86 international markets extending into Asia Pacific and Latin America. During his tenure, Mr. Marshall established and led a new team in London, providing efficient global digital solutions for the 60+ international licensee community, which is now live in 40+ countries serving over two million transactions a day.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Marshall was the IT Restaurant Solutions Director Europe at McDonald’s, where he led one of the company’s largest programs, focusing on the strategic reinvigoration of all restaurant technology systems across 7300+ sites. He introduced the first digital innovation labs in Europe and contributed to the global digital customer experience strategy, leading to the worldwide rollout of kiosks and mobile ordering. Before joining McDonald’s Mr. Marshall held several senior roles at Marks & Spencer in both operations & technology.

Mr. Marshall is a graduate of the University of the West of Scotland, with a degree in Computing.

About Revlon Group Holdings LLC

Revlon Group Holdings LLC (“Revlon”) has developed a long-standing reputation as a color authority and beauty trendsetter in the world of color cosmetics and hair care. Since its breakthrough launch of the first opaque nail enamel in 1932, Revlon has provided consumers with high quality product innovation, performance and sophisticated glamour. In 2016, Revlon acquired the iconic Elizabeth Arden company and its portfolio of brands, including its leading designer and celebrity fragrances. Today, Revlon's diversified portfolio of brands is sold in over 100 countries around the world in most retail distribution channels, including prestige, salon, mass, and online. Revlon is among the leading global beauty companies, with some of the world’s most iconic and desired brands and product offerings in color cosmetics, skin care, hair color, hair care and fragrances under brands such as Revlon, Revlon Professional, Elizabeth Arden, Almay, Mitchum, CND, American Crew, Creme of Nature, Cutex, Juicy Couture, Elizabeth Taylor, Curve, John Varvatos and Christina Aguilera.