Perfume Room 181. CÉCILE ZAROKIAN ~ Do Epic (Woman) Shit.
Jul 8, 2025
Cécile Zarokian, a classically trained independent perfumer and founder of Cécile Zarokian Parfumeur, shares her journey from medical school to the world of fragrance. She reveals how her dual role as CEO and perfumer enhances her creativity. Cécile discusses her unique approach to competing with big brands, emphasizing a close connection with clients and agile decision-making. Listeners will be captivated by her insights on the challenges of independence, the importance of mentorship, and how she transforms obstacles into inspiration.
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Wears What She Creates
- Cécile often wears what she's testing to experience creations in real time.
- She balances perfumer work with CEO tasks by staying hands-on and connected to consumers and sales.
Learn By Doing And Stay Hands-On
- Learn business roles on the job and accept mistakes as part of growth.
- Hire or train when needed but stay involved to understand the full 360° process.
From Relentless Applicant To Trained Perfumier
- Cécile won an apprenticeship at Robertet after persistent follow-up and help from a contact.
- She trained under a generous senior perfumer and learned across diverse applications in Grasse and Paris.