Roxana Ontiveros, Topicals' Sr. Product Marketing Lead on Innovation, Identity, and Impact in Her Career
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In this episode of the Boardroom Beauty Podcast, host Lydia Drakeford sits down with Roxana Ontiveros, Senior Product Lead at Topicals, to explore her inspiring journey from first-generation college graduate to influential beauty industry leader.
Roxana opens up about how her identity, cultural roots, and commitment to community have shaped her approach to leadership and product innovation. She shares how she transitioned from a planned career in law to building inclusive, culturally resonant beauty products — and why diversity at the decision-making table is essential for creating products that truly serve consumers.
From self-care rituals to navigating identity in leadership, Roxana offers an inside look at how Topicals is redefining product development with both innovation and impact at the core.
✨ Navigating identity & leadership in beauty
✨ The shift from law to product innovation
✨ Centering diversity & inclusion in product development
✨ Balancing consumer needs with cultural relevance
✨ Fun product recommendations you’ll want to try
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