Mary Kay Ash

Mary Kay Ash was an American businesswoman and founder of Mary Kay Inc., a cosmetics company that revolutionized the direct sales model for beauty products. Born in 1918, she started her business in 1963 with the goal of empowering women economically. Mary Kay's approach emphasized personal development, entrepreneurial spirit, and flexible work opportunities, allowing women to balance career and family. Her innovative marketing tactics, such as rewarding top sellers with pink Cadillacs, became iconic. Ash’s legacy continues to inspire generations of women in business, and her company's values of faith, family, and entrepreneurship remain central to its mission.