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ABOUT AABA
Building the Future of the Global Clean Beauty Economy
Our History & Milestones
The Africa America Beauty Alliance was formed in response to a growing need for responsible global beauty expansion.
As interest in Africa’s beauty market increased, AABA was created to provide structure, education, and trust, ensuring that clean beauty brands enter African markets ethically while African influencers and consumers gain fair access to opportunity and education.
- Formation of AABA as a global clean beauty coalition
- Early pilot collaborations with U.S. clean beauty brands
- Activation and education of African beauty influencers
- Community-focused clean beauty awareness initiatives
- Expansion toward multi-city activations and cultural partnerships
Leadership
AABA is guided by leadership committed to ethical beauty, economic empowerment, and cross-cultural collaboration.
- Dr. Ashley Dash: Venture Development Officer
- Ms. Kenya Carter: Director of Sustainability
- Dr. Richard West: Influencer and Creator Economies
- Prof. Sherry Harold: Director of Education & Community Development
- Director of University Relations (Open)
- Gallatech Financial Services
Together, the team ensures transparency, accountability, and long-term impact for all alliance members.
Join the Movement
The future of beauty is global—and it must be ethical, inclusive, and empowering.
Whether you are a clean beauty brand, an influencer, or a cultural partner, AABA provides the structure, education, and network needed to grow responsibly in Africa’s beauty market.