Silab develops, manufactures and markets purified, patented natural active ingredients with proven efficacy to the world's leading names in the cosmetics and dermocosmetics industry. Since 1er September 2025, Paul Eguia joined the company's Board of Directors as Managing Director in charge of Business Intelligence, alongside Brigitte Closs-Gonthier, Chairman of the Board, Jean-Philippe Cosson, Florence Giner-Meilhac and Dominique Muller.
Silab, an independent French company, was founded in 1984 by Jean Paufique. Since the 1ster On January 1, 2023, the family-owned 100 % became a public limited company with a Management Board and a Supervisory Board. Members of the Paufique family are fully involved in the project, whether through the General Meeting of Shareholders, the Supervisory Board, or by holding positions within the company.
Paul Eguia, grandson of Jean Paufique, was previously in charge of the natural raw materials platform at Silab. His appointment by the Supervisory Board to the position of Managing Director in charge of Business Intelligence marks an important step in the family continuity desired by the company's founder.
"Continuity remains a watchword when it comes to making strategic decisions and embodying our values. The fact that Paul Eguia has joined the Board of Management is proof of this: this appointment maintains the link between shareholders and the company, and reinforces the stability of our organization over the medium and long term.comments Brigitte Closs-Gonthier, Chairman of the Board and General Manager in charge of R&D, quality and communications.
"For almost 40 years, my grandfather built a solid company that is a benchmark in its market, with deeply rooted values. From the outset, he defended Silab's independence with conviction and pride. Today, as a new member of the Board of Directors, I am honoured to be part of the continuation of this great adventure on the road to success, and to the perpetuation of Silab's identity".says Paul Eguia.
