Murad exec appointed to ICMAD board

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors, a trade association representing roughly 700 independent industry organizations, has appointed Jeff Murad of Murad Inc. to its board of directors.

Murad, VP of product development for Murad Inc., will serve on the board for the 2009/2010 term.

"It's a great honor to be given the opportunity to play a leadership role with an organization that has been so meaningful to our industry," stated Murad. "As a member of ICMAD's board of directors, I will be able to interface with other companies, monitor trends and share best practice recommendations with those that need it. I look forward to providing advice that can help our follow companies in the business of beauty flourish in today's economy."

The Murad brand includes 88 consumer products and 45 professional products sold in 45 countries. Its skin care brand is available at many locations including Sephora and Ulta.