Barbara Bruce-Ross, President & CEO The B.Witching Bath Company, a family-owned business founded in 1969 as a boutique manufacturer of personal care products. Since reviving the company, Barbara has been instrumental in its transformation, expanding its reach and influence within the Indie Beauty industry.
In 2001, Barbara, along with other founding family members, reorganized the company while maintaining a steadfast commitment to creating wholesome, effective bath and beauty products. By 2003, Barbara assumed the role of President and CEO, taking on greater responsibility for the company’s daily operations. Under her leadership, B.Witching Bath Co. has flourished, becoming a leader in the Indie Beauty space.
Barbara now oversees the full range of company operations, including its retail stores, wholesale sales, internet sales, product development, branding, marketing, and advertising. Under her guidance, the company’s portfolio has grown to include award-winning products like One-hundred Roses, Rocky Mountain Sky, Spa Tonic, and the Kitchen & Garden Soap Collection. In 1999, she launched the locally popular Hometown Candles collection, which grew in response to customer demand. Most recently, in 2023, Barbara expanded the company’s offerings by launching Noble Lantern Candles, a whimsical candle collection that adds another dimension to B.Witching Bath’s product range.
Before joining B.Witching Bath, Barbara had an 18-year career in finance at a New York-based financial institution, experience she credits with helping her develop the drive, strategic insight and decision-making skills that have contributed to the company’s success. Barbara is an alumna of Fairleigh Dickinson University and Columbia University.
A native of the metro New York area, Barbara now resides in Wyckoff, NJ, with her family. She is passionate about supporting community initiatives and has served on the boards of various charities, political action committees, and women's business groups. Barbara has been featured in media outlets such as The Huffington Post, Today Show, The Record, CNBC.com, Forbes.com, and Fox Business News. She is available for commentary and appearances on topics including the Indie Cosmetics industry, bath and body formulations, work-life balance, small business growth, and retailing trends.
Barbara’s leadership, vision, and entrepreneurial spirit continue to drive The B.Witching Bath Company to new heights, making it an influential force in the bath and beauty market.
Awards & Distinctions: Green Business Award - Sustainable New Jersey & Hawthorne Environmental Commission NY Now Best New Product Award - Natural & Organic House Beautiful Magazine Category: Best for the Bath - Natural Honey Bar Soap Coastal Living Magazine Best of the Zest - Lemon Zest Body Lotion NYIGF Extracts Best New Product Awards Category: Best Natural /Organic Product 2nd Place - Organic Muscle Rub Self Magazine - Healthy Beauty Awards Category: Best Bath Soak Winner - One-hundred Roses Bubble Bath NYIGF Extracts Best New Product Awards Category: Best Natural/Organic Product Winner - Organic Shaving Jelly Fitness Magazine - Beauty Awards Category: Best Bath Soak Third Place - Coconut Milk Bubble Bath House Beautiful Magazine Category: Best for the Kitchen - Heirloom Tomato Kitchen & Garden Soap House Beautiful.com - Category: Best New Product for the Kitchen - Rosemary Kitchen & Garden Soap
Barbara currently holds membership in these business organizations: Cosmetic Executive Women CEW National Association of Women Business Owners NAWBO Independent Cosmetic Manufactures Association ICMA Wyckoff, NJ Chamber of Commerce Ridgewood, NJ Chamber of Commerce Hawthorne, NJ Chamber of Commerce