NEW YORK -- Veteran journalist, editor and culture & style expert Constance C. R. White has been named Editor-in-Chief of ESSENCE, it was announced today by Time Inc. Editor-in-Chief John Huey.  Her appointment is effective March 21, 2011.

Prior to joining ESSENCE, White served as Style Director, Brand Consultant and Spokesperson for the leading online company eBay, where she developed content and strategies aimed at women.  She is credited with conceiving and creating eBay's first web-zine, as well as developing a comprehensive editorial environment.