Black PR Wire Power Profiler on Monique Rodriguez, Founder and CEO of Mielle Organics

Monique Rodriguez is a registered nurse, wife and mother, and the founder and CEO of Mielle Organics, an all-natural hair care and beauty brand rooted in care, intention and community.

Before entering entrepreneurship, Monique spent nearly a decade working as a registered nurse, a career that provided stability while shaping the discipline, empathy and problem-solving skills that later supported her business journey. What began as product experimentation at home after a painful moment in her life gained momentum through strong engagement from an online community. Encouraged by that response, she launched Mielle Organics in 2014.

Since its founding, Mielle Organics has grown into a leading brand for consumers with textured hair, offering 10 product collections and reaching more than 100,000 stores across the United States,  such as Target, CVS, Walgreens, JCPenney, Ulta, and Walmart, and over 87 countries worldwide.

In 2021, she made history as the first Black woman to raise a noncontrolling nine-figure investment, securing more than $100 million in funding. Two years later, Mielle Organics was acquired by Procter & Gamble in a landmark deal, the largest exit to date for a Black female beauty founder. More recently, through this partnership, Mielle Organics became the first official textured hair care partner of the NFL.

Monique is widely recognized for her influence in the beauty industry and her leadership as an entrepreneur. Her work has been featured in major fashion, business and lifestyle outlets, and she has shared her journey on national daytime television. Her impact has also been recognized by industry organizations that highlight innovation and next-generation leadership.

Beyond business success, Monique is committed to empowering the next generation of trailblazers by shifting mindsets and creating opportunities for lasting impact through Mielle Cares, the non-profit arm of her company. She also serves on the executive leadership advisory boards for Hope Chicago and Building Better Futures. 

When she is not leading Mielle’s vision as a trusted authority in textured hair care, Monique enjoys traveling, spending time with family and creating lasting memories with her husband, Melvin, and their two daughters.

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