About

For the last 11 years Jose Miguel Arellano has been the legal mind behind Avon’s major transactions in the Mexico City region. In this role his daily input encompasses establishing and directing all the necessary legal and governmental relations strategies for Avon Mexico and Central America companies. In 2010 Avon received the Latin American Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award for the second year in a row. Arellano was instrumental in driving the ethical initiatives for which the ream was recognised, particularly its humanitarian programs for women, such as the domestic violence awareness campaign, the global fight against breast cancer, and the campaign to help women achieve financial independence. Arellano acts as the company’s legal representative before the local and federal authorities and as the company’s secretary. He also sits on the board of directors. He takes pride in having helped create an environment that allows his staff to have a strong work-balance, and reflecting the company ethos of ensuring all staff have access to training and development programmes that allow them to reach their personal and professional goals. Prior to joining Avon, Arellano was legal director at Daimler Chrysler for Mexico, a position he held from 1984 to 2005. He has also served as vice president of The Chamber and Association of the Industry of Personal Care and Home Care (CANIPEC).