She worked with Michelle Obama and Selena Gomez — now she's reshaping mental health in business 4/28/26

The CNBC Changemakers and Power Players podcast features conversations with leaders shaping the future of business, culture, and policy. In this episode, CNBC's Julia Boorstin sits down with Rare Beauty Chief Impact Officer Elyse Cohen, who is redefining what corporate impact can look like. From her time in the White House to working with Selena Gomez at Rare Beauty, Cohen shares how she's putting mental health at the center of a global brand. She talks about people-first leadership, the power of listening, and why sometimes the best leaders don't fill the silence. She also opens up about imposter syndrome, building a "personal board of directors," and helping raise tens of millions for youth mental health. Listen to CNBC Changemakers and Power Players on Apple and Spotify Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.