While signing off from her role, Jessica Alba said building The Honest Company 'has been a true labor of love.'
Jessica Alba is bidding farewell to her role at The Honest Company.
On Tuesday, the mom of three and co-founder, who launched The Honest Company in 2012, announced her exit from her role as Chief Creative Officer in a statement shared on social media.
"It is with a grateful heart that twelve years after founding The Honest Company, I am stepping down from my leadership role as Chief Creative Officer. However, I will continue to provide strategic advice through my role on the board," she wrote. "While there would never have been an easy time to make this decision, I know we have a leadership team in place with Carla Vernón at the helm to advance our founding vision and strengthen Honest’s legacy as an industry change-maker."
However, it marks the end of an era for Alba, who has been the public face of the brand since its inception.
"Building Honest has been a true labor of love. From the first concept book I pitched to my friends in Mommy and Me class, to ringing the bell at Nasdaq with my family by my side - this journey has been the ride of a lifetime, one that only existed in my wildest dreams," she wrote.
The 42-year-old star, who rose to fame in Hollywood with roles in Honey, Fantastic Four, and Sin City, did not disclose the reason for her stepping down, but praised employees and customers alike for what they've done for the company, which was reportedly valued at more than $1 billion back in 2015.
"To the entire Honest team, past and present, your unwavering commitment to our mission is the fuel that keeps us going. Everyone always says you're only as good as the people you surround yourself with - thank you for allowing me to be the best version of myself," she shared. "And of course to our Honest families, I'm forever grateful. Reading your stories and testimonials, seeing pictures of your baby showers, monthly milestones, AM/PM routines, and everything in-between - please never stop sharing these moments with us. You are the reason we exist."
Concluded Alba, "Thank you for showing me that a girl with an unconventional path in business could help lead a movement for good."
A press release issued on Tuesday stated in part, "With this growth vision in place and a strengthened business model, the company’s Founder Jessica Alba has determined that now is the right time to depart from her role as Chief Creative Officer, allowing her to shift her creative energy to new endeavors. She continues to provide her support and leadership as a member of Honest's board of directors."
Vernón, CEO of the company, called Alba a "true visionary" in a statement. "I offer our deep appreciation on behalf of the management team, our board of directors and generations of Honest employees for Jessica's leadership through the years," part of her statement read. "I am pleased Jessica will remain an advisor in her role as a member of our board of directors. And, as she shifts her focus to exciting new ventures, we will be cheering her on."
Fellow stars chimed in with comments congratulating Alba on what she's accomplished over the last 12 years. "You changed the game," Olivia Munn commented. "Incredibly proud of you and remain in awe of what you've created."
Meanwhile, her husband of nearly 16 years, Cash Warren, left a straightforward message for his longtime other half: five red heart emojis, perhaps a symbol of the five members of their family, including daughters Honor and Haven, and son Hayes.
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