Gwen Whiting is perhaps best known as founder of The Laundress, the category-creating, eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning brand she grew over 17 years into a global household name before its acquisition by Unilever in 2019.
In 2024, Gwen launched The Fill, a wellness-driven collection of aromatherapy-infused laundry, fabric care, and home cleaning solutions designed to “work even harder for you.” Grounded in her ethos that true cleaning excellence is about preservation, intention, and care, The Fill reflects her 20 years of product innovation expertise and creative foundation as a former Senior Designer at Ralph Lauren Home.
Gwen graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Textile Science and Apparel Design. She remains deeply engaged in entrepreneurship, education, and philanthropy through her alma mater as well as YPO, Women Moving Millions, FIT, and more. She is passionate about mentoring founders and reimagining what sustainable, mission-driven business success can look like.
