Shoji Kumasaka Named IFF Master Perfumer, Celebrated for Contributions to Perfumery
07 Mayo 2020 - 5:00AM
Business Wire
Regulatory News:
IFF, (NYSE:IFF) (Euronext Paris: IFF) (TASE: IFF), a leading
innovator of taste, scent, and nutrition & ingredients, named
Shoji Kumasaka Master Perfumer. The Company’s designation
recognizes perfumers who have demonstrated consistent and
outstanding levels of creativity and craftsmanship in the art of
perfumery, and exceptional leadership in and measurable impact on
the industry. Mr. Kumasaka, a nearly 50-year IFF veteran and its
seventh Master Perfumer, has a storied career with success within
hair care and personal care with wins that span the globe.
“Kumasaka-san embodies everything that is wonderful about IFF,”
said Andreas Fibig, Chairman & CEO, IFF. “His commitment to his
art, delivering beautiful fragrances to consumers all over the
world, and sharing his knowledge with the next generation of
perfumers are just some of the reasons he is treasured at IFF. And
at a time of such uncertainty, it is a genuine pleasure to
celebrate something so enduring.”
Born in Fukushima, Japan, Mr. Kumasaka was influenced at an
early age by ancient Japanese literature. As a teenager, he read
Tale of the Genji, written in the early 11th century. He became
fascinated with the descriptions of how the aristocracy loved the
smell of burning incense, and his lifelong passion for scent began.
After college, he joined a Japanese fragrance house, starting his
basic training in perfumery. In 1971, he joined IFF and studied
with the Company’s legendary perfumer, Ernest Shiftan, before
returning to Japan and focusing on hair care and personal wash.
Mr. Kumasaka said, “I have worked for IFF for 49 years. In that
time, I have been so lucky to work at a job that I have loved for
my whole life. I have been fortunate enough to train with Mr.
Shiftan, my great mentor and benefactor. I have been able to travel
and work globally, meet so many wonderful colleagues, and share
what I have learned with young perfumers.” He continued, “When
people ask me my philosophy of perfumery, I tell them what has
guided me all my life: Simple is best.”
Nicolas Mirzayantz, IFF Divisional CEO, Scent, offered, “For
nearly 50 years, Kumasaka-san has learned and shared great wisdom
that benefits everyone in his sphere. As one of Mr. Shiftan’s
apprentices, he is part of the storied continuum of passion and
creativity that has been part of IFF from the start. His creations
over the course of his career are part of the olfactive tapestry of
consumers around the world. And his mentees will shepherd this
knowledge and wisdom well into the future. I am so proud to count
Kumasaka-san as one of IFF’s Master Perfumers!”
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