Access Global Markets Part 1 The UK market

The webinar series offers a great opportunity to collect market insights and find new opportunities for export business growth. Previous webinars have included insights into the Japanese, Italian and Canadian markets. Recordings available here GCC Replay — Global Cosmetics Cluster

The first webinar focussing on the UK market will take place on Wednesday March 19 at 11 am UK time. The topic will be a UK market overview, which will cover the economic landscape including market data, consumer trends and preferences, retail channels and working with the Department of Business and Trade (DBT). The second webinar on Wednesday March 26 at 11 am will focus on practical information for doing business in the UK such as regulatory requirements and logistics.

Programme

11.00 - 11.05 Introduction: Jane Evison, Director, CCUK

11.05 - 11.15 Consumer trends - Consumer trends - Deb Farell, Key Accounts Manager, OREAN

11.15 - 11.25 Distribution channels in the UK - Sarah Jordan, CEO and Founder, SJA Associates

11.25 - 11.35 UK market data - Jane Evison, Director, CCUK

11.35 - 11.45 Destination UK, why do business in the UK and how the DBT can assist - Alastair Gardner, Department for Business & Trade (DBT)

11.45-12 noon Q&A with all panellists

Questions may be submitted in advance or placed in the Chat on the day.

Speakers

Jane Evison, Director and Co-Founder, Cosmetics Cluster UK

Despite being a ‘non-scientist’ after graduating from Cambridge University I worked for a time in print media, but I have now worked for many years in communication on the technical and scientific side of the beauty industry, initially with raw material supplier, Croda, and then being the European Correspondent for Allured Business Media since the 1990s. I am committed to spreading the word about the science behind cosmetics to help the consumer understand more about the products they use and to promote STEM career pathways into the cosmetic industry. I strongly believe in the power of networking and collaboration, especially with a strong international focus, which is why I am delighted to represent Cosmetics Cluster UK on the board of the Global Cosmetics Cluster. I am keen to help Cosmetics Cluster UK in its mission to connect the beauty industry supply chain, with our focus on the four key pillars: Networking & Global Clusters, Education & Skills, Beauty & The Bioeconomy, and Research & Innovation.

Sarah Jordan, CEO and Founder, SJA Associates

As the CEO and Founder of Sarah Jordan Associates Consultancy, I bring over 25 years of experience in the cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, FMCG, and retail industries. I lead a consultancy based in the UK and UAE that empowers both domestic and international clients to enhance their business success and expand their brand distribution throughout the GCC and beyond. My expertise encompasses international distribution, operational and marketing management, business development, and strategic planning. I provide customized services that cover all dimensions of brand distribution, media visibility, and market expansion within designated territories. I have had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed clients, including Jaguar Fragrance, Comme Des Garçons Fragrance, Ted Baker Fragrance, Eden Park, King of Shaves, Skincode, Swissline, Sukin, Unicskin, MasqueBar, and We Are Faace. My mission is to deliver innovative and inspiring solutions that foster business growth and ensure customer satisfaction.

Deb Farell, Key Account Manager, OREAN

Deb is a dynamic Key Account Manager at OREAN, a leading contract manufacturer specialising in skincare, haircare, and beyond. With extensive leadership experience in the cosmetics and personal care industries, Deb has played a pivotal role in shaping global product development, sustainability initiatives, and technology integration.  More recently Deb has continued to build on her expertise in the industry by completing the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Diploma. With a proven track record of launching ground breaking formulations, her experience spans seven years as a Category Manager at McBride and nearly a decade at OREAN. Her expertise in market trends, regulatory compliance, and emerging technologies continues to position OREAN as a trusted partner for brands worldwide.

Alastair Gardner, Trade Specialist for the Chemicals Sector at the Department for Business and Trade (DBT)

Alastair trained as a chemist and worked in various R&D and product development roles with DuPont, specialising in the formulation and application of light sensitive thin film coatings for lithographic printing plates, before moving to China, where he commissioned and ran the production and QC functions for a Chinese printing plate manufacturing company. He has worked in international trade promotion for nearly 20 years, initially with China-Britain Business Council, then with the Department for Business & Trade, when the Department was known as UK Trade & Investment. Working as an international trade adviser in the Yorkshire & Humber region, he led on the chemicals and related sectors in the region and maintained close links with industry stakeholders while working with companies to help them maintain and grow exports. For the past 7 years, Alastair has worked within the Chemicals Sector Team at the Department for Business & Trade, initially as Trade Specialist for Chemicals, and more recently as Head of Trade & Investment for the team. Within these roles, Alastair promotes and supports the UK’s world class chemicals industry on a global stage, working closely with stakeholders across government and business to ensure that no business in the UK supply chain seeking to grow their international business has the support and resources that they need to do so.

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