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Roundtable — Episode 157
CloseBeauty at Every Stage
Brands today are navigating sweeping consumer shifts, fast-changing retail landscapes, and relentless market pressures. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad in... -
Roundtable — Episode 156
CloseBrand Builders
What does it take to build a beauty brand that truly resonates with today’s consumers? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad as he sits down with three... -
Roundtable — Episode 155
CloseSmarter Supply Chains In Beauty
Bills of materials (BOMs), EDI, and 3PL partnerships often feel like operational headaches but when handled correctly, they become the... -
Roundtable — Episode 154
CloseWhere Hair Is Headed
Data highlights haircare as a standout in an otherwise sluggish beauty market, with consumer appetite for styling, scalp health and wellness... -
Roundtable — Episode 153
CloseBuilding Beyond The Founder
What really happens when a founder steps back? How do you choose the right CEO—and ensure they can honor the past while steering toward the... -
Roundtable — Episode 152
CloseBuyers
Retail partnerships are key to scaling but can be complicated to navigate for big and small brands alike. Buyers shed light on their perspective... -
Roundtable — Episode 151
CloseHow to Build a Successful Influencer Marketing Program
Influencer marketing can drive serious growth—but only if it’s done right. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad as he explores how to build an effective,... -
Roundtable — Episode 150
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
On the sixth edition of the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad, True Beauty Ventures... -
Roundtable — Episode 149
CloseTikTok Shop
TikTok Shop is rewriting the rules of beauty retail. In just 18 months, it’s skyrocketed to become one of the top five online beauty retailers... -
Roundtable — Episode 148
CloseScalp & Hair Care
As hair loss and shedding continue to impact consumers post-COVID, postpartum, and as a side effect of GLP-1 weight loss medications, demand for... -
Roundtable — Episode 147
ClosePost-Virality
From the outside, having that hige viral moment looks like every founder’s dream—but what’s the real impact of going viral? Join Jane... -
Roundtable — Episode 146
ClosePro Founded Brands
For years, professional hair and makeup artists and estheticians have shaped the trends we love—but now, they’re shaping the brands we buy.... -
Roundtable — episode 145
CloseValue-Centric Product Dupes
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery—but in fashion and beauty, dupes are more than just copycats. As social media reshapes... -
Roundtable — Episode 144
CloseFragrance Founders
Fragrance registered the steepest sales growth of any beauty category in 2024. As “fragheads” or “scentellectuals” continue to cultivate... -
Roundtable — episode 143
CloseEarly Stage Investing
A decade ago, professional investment firms focused on early-stage beauty dealmaking were practically non-existent. Now, the space is ripe with... -
Roundtable — episode 142
CloseBehind The Shelf: Succeeding In Ulta
Dreaming of your brand sitting on Ulta Beauty’s shelves? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and the leaders of three brands that have secured their spot on... -
Roundtable — episode 141
CloseThe Strategies Behind Scaling Beauty Brands
Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and an all-star panel of current and former CEOs who have successfully scaled some of the most iconic beauty and wellness... -
Roundtable — episode 140
CloseBITE Preview: Green Science
Is the green beauty revolution upon us… again? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and leaders from Jooy, True Botanicals, and Intelligent Nutrients—three... -
Roundtable — episode 139
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
Celebrating the end of another successful year with the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad,... -
Roundtable — episode 138
CloseInnovations & Aesthetics
The rapid pace of aesthetic innovation—lasers, exosomes, polynucleotides, and biotech molecules—continues to transform skin, hair, and body... -
Roundtable — episode 137
CloseBuilding Beauty Campaigns That Captivate
In today’s crowded digital landscape, capturing a beauty shopper's attention requires more than just a catchy hashtag or a vibey Instagram... -
Roundtable — episode 136
CloseTikTok Shop
TikTok Shop is revolutionizing the way beauty brands engage with customers, create viral moments and drive sales. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and... -
Roundtable — episode 135
CloseBeauty, Wellness & Beyond
What do eyelashes, scalp care, and mushrooms have in common? They are just some the beauty-adjacent categories tapping into whitespace and... -
Roundtable — episode 134
CloseSucceeding in Mass & Prestige Retail
Securing placement in retailers with hundreds—or even thousands—of doors can be a game-changer for any brand. However, managing partnerships... -
Roundtable — episode 133
CloseDealmaker Summit + Uplink Expo: Insights and Top Takeaways
Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and Beauty Independent's editorial team as they distill key insights about topics like the State of Dealmaking, retail,... -
Roundtable — episode 132
CloseBringing Brands Stateside
Achieving success in your home market is hard enough, but growing internationally comes with a landslide of other challenges to work through.... -
Roundtable — episode 131
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
On the fifth edition of the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad, True Beauty Ventures... -
Roundtable — episode 130
CloseSPF & Self Tanning
While self-tanning and SPF products are not new—a flood of upstarts are making noise, innovating the way (and frequency) customers are using... -
Roundtable — episode 129
CloseBeauty Buyers
Retail partnerships are key to scaling but can be complicated to navigate for big and small brands alike. Buyers shed light on their perspective... -
Roundtable — episode 128
CloseIndie Deals
It's become accepted practice that, eventually, emerging brands will need to take on some form of outside capital in order to scale and build... -
Roundtable — episode 127
CloseColor Cosmetics CEOs
In today's beauty industry, achieving the level of success akin to Charlotte Tilbury is a coveted goal. Yet, establishing a modern color... -
Roundtable — episode 126
CloseBiotech’s New Brands
New ingredients are a driving force of innovation in beauty--both companies and investors are still pouring money into biotech and biohacking... -
Roundtable — episode 125
CloseGrowth Brands
Launching a brand is rarely the hardest part of building a successful brand. Driving growth comes with its own unique set of challenges. How do... -
Firsthand — episode 124
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q4 ‘23
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 123
CloseState of Early Investing
Funding curious? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and three top investment firm leaders who have invested early in and nurtured beauty and wellness... -
Roundtable — episode 122
CloseDeveloping Next Generation Products
Building a brand is as much about execution as it is about having a strategy. And in beauty, consumers are always looking for the next... -
Roundtable — episode 121
CloseBeyond Virality
A viral video can be worth its weight in gold, but enduring social media success is harder to come by. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and the founders of... -
Roundtable — episode 120
CloseLooking Ahead: What to Expect in Beauty in 2024
While the economy remains on shaky ground — beauty has remained generally resilient. But how different will 2024 look? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad... -
Roundtable — episode 119
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
Celebrating the end of another successful year with the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad,... -
Roundtable — episode 118
CloseBeauty’s Innovators
Beauty entrepreneurs are a breed apart. To command the attention and respect of consumers, editors, retailers and investors is proof of a beauty... -
Roundtable — episode 117
CloseAttracting, Retaining & Developing Talent Now
The business of beauty has undeniably changed over the last ten years, arguably becoming more professionalized and drawing in top-tier talent... -
Roundtable — episode 116
CloseLeading Celebrity Backed Brands
From Instagram-famous influencers, to models, actors and atheletes, the possible payouts of owning a beauty or wellness brand is luring famous... -
Roundtable — episode 115
CloseCorporate Ventures
Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and the leaders behind the top strategic corporate venture funds as they discuss what makes them pursue early investments... -
Roundtable — episode 114
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q2 ’23
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 113
CloseStand Out Brands
What does it take to succeed (and sell out) in Sephora or Ulta? Join Claire McCormack and the founders of three fast-growing brands (all... -
Roundtable — episode 112
CloseHow Emerging Brands are Using AI
Emerging brands are often on the cusp of what's new whether that is a trending ingredient, brand positioning or new marketing channel, and... -
Roundtable — episode 111
CloseThe New Guard
From driving industry trends to securing major retail placements— there is no doubt about it, U Beauty, Nécessaire, Shani Darden Skin Care... -
Roundtable — episode 110
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
Following the inaugural session of the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad, True Beauty... -
Roundtable — episode 109
CloseLeading Venture Capitalists
Funding curious? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and three top venture capitalists who have invested in and nurtured beauty and wellness standouts like... -
Roundtable — episode 108
CloseEmerging Beauty’s Brightest Stars
Founders garner much of the attention in indie beauty—as they should. However, they're not the only people responsible for a brand's success.... -
Roundtable — episode 107
CloseLuxury Retailers
“Premiumization” is beauty’s new leading buzzword and for good reason. With it comes the promise of lofty margins, target markets with... -
Roundtable — episode 106
CloseBrand Closures: The Post-Pandemic Landscape
The onset of the pandemic was undoubtedly a stressful period for beauty brand founders, but the stress hasn’t faded as founders try to... -
Roundtable — episode 105
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q4 ’22
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 104
CloseBrands On B Corp Certification
Gaining B Corp certification may have once been reserved for "green" leaning brands backing up their social and environmental values, but today... -
Roundtable — episode 103
CloseRetail Distribution
Direct-to-consumer brands may have proliferated in recent years, but building out omnichannel operations is widely considered the key to scale... -
Roundtable — episode 102
CloseTikTok Strategy
TikTok has firmly established itself as a "must-win" channel as founders and media strategists hail the platform's prompt sales effects— the... -
Roundtable — episode 101
CloseExpert-Led Brands
While celebrity-fronted beauty brands may be grabbing the most headlines, the steady growth of doctor or expert-backed brands isn’t waining,... -
Roundtable — episode 100
CloseLooking Ahead: What to Expect in Beauty in 2023
Through three years of unprecedented disruption— pandemic restrictions, political unrest, supply chain chaos, plus changing consumer habits... -
Roundtable — episode 99
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q3 ’22
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 98
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
Following the inaugural session of the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad, True Beauty... -
Roundtable — episode 97
CloseLive From The Showfloor Of Adit Live
Join host Nader Naeymi-Rad from the inaugural Adit Live event in Los Angeles for a special episode of Beauty Independent's In Conversation... -
Roundtable — episode 96
CloseBuilding Brand Loyalty
Any brand can have flash in the pan success thanks to the virality of TikTok, but the key to building lasting success lies in having a devoted... -
Roundtable — episode 95
CloseAmazon Metrics That Matter
Amazon has proven to be an extremely lucrative channel for beauty and wellness brands that are able to capitalize on the opportunity;... -
Roundtable — episode 94
CloseBrand Leaders
Successful pairings of creative and business minds are pivotal to nurturing iconic brands. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and the seasoned C-Suite... -
Roundtable — episode 93
CloseEntrepreneurs Turned Investors
Seasoned brand founders are jumping into investing to pursue lucrative returns. The founders behind brands like KraveBeauty, Huda Beauty, Wander... -
Roundtable — episode 92
CloseAcquisition Strategy
Many founders and CEOs dream of their brand eventually being scooped up by a strategic or larger partner, but the transition can be challenging... -
Roundtable — episode 91
CloseThe Evolution Of Transparent Beauty
Clean beauty has gone from trend to table stakes and brands need to be prepared for what's next. Join Claire McCormack and Sederma’s Rozenn... -
Roundtable — episode 90
ClosePrestige Haircare
With rising sales and a flurry of deals—in just the last two months Unilever announced its majority acquisition of Nutrafol, Wella purchased... -
Spotlight — episode 22
CloseGoing Global
Vegamour launched when a digital-only brand had the opportunity to grab market share quickly without outside retail partnerships. But... -
Roundtable — episode 89
CloseRetail Strategy
Direct to consumer brands may have proliferated in recent years, but working with physical and digital retail partners is the key to ensuring... -
Roundtable — episode 88
CloseBridge Mentorship: How to Become Funding Ready
Following the inaugural session of the Bridge Mentorship program in partnership with True Beauty Ventures, Nader Naeymi-Rad, True Beauty... -
Spotlight — episode 21
CloseBuilding A Unicorn
It takes more than a great idea and efficacious product to make noise in the beauty industry. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad, Vegamour’s founder and... -
Roundtable — episode 87
CloseVenture Capitalists
Funding curious? Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and three top venture capitalists who have invested in and nurtured beauty and wellness standouts like... -
Spotlight — episode 20
CloseFounder’s Foundations
Every entrepreneur starts somewhere. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad, Vegamour founder and CEO Dan Hodgdon and his wife and co-founder of Akhassa Lisa... -
Roundtable — episode 86
CloseThe Big Opportunity In The Mom & Baby Category
The mom-and-baby category is ramping up as prenatal and postpartum care products—think nipple or stretch mark creams as well as scar ointments... -
Roundtable — episode 85
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q1 ’22
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 84
CloseDisruptive Leaders
Challenging the status quo isn’t always so simple, but innovative brands–and the fierce minds guiding them–are shaking up every category... -
Roundtable — episode 83
CloseBeauty And Lifestyle Buyers
Between the many retailers in the beauty and lifestyle segment, there’s a fierce arms race raging to secure the hottest brands in the market.... -
Roundtable — episode 82
CloseStandout Campaigns
It takes more than a clever hashtag or a killer Instagram to generate long-lasting buzz. Thoughtful details, strategy, and efficient, cohesive... -
Roundtable — episode 81
CloseOnes To Watch
From driving industry trends to securing major retail partnerships—there is no doubt about it, brands Adwoa Beauty, Lake & Skye and Common... -
Roundtable — episode 80
CloseThe Store Of The Future
Consolidations, department store struggles, and ongoing pandemic disruptions shaped the industry significantly at the outset of this year. But... -
Roundtable — episode 79
CloseTikTok Strategy
TikTok is climbing the ranks as a "must-win" social channel as many founders and media strategists hail the platform's prompt sales effects and... -
Roundtable — episode 78
CloseExpanding Indies
As the old saying goes—if you aren't growing, you're dying. But not all growth is good, especially for indie brands with small teams and tight... -
Roundtable — episode 77
CloseCelebrity Backed Brands
It seems to be a daily occurrence that a known personality jumps into the ring with a fragrance, skincare or cosmetics line— and who could... -
Roundtable — episode 76
CloseAt-Home Wellness Centers
Sales of at-home wellness devices boomed after the onset of the pandemic as spas and gym closures forced consumers to take upkeep into their own... -
Roundtable — episode 75
CloseBeauty’s Big Deals
Beauty brands continued to be hot commodities as 2021 came to a close— Procter & Gamble snapped up three brands in a matter of months with... -
Spotlight — episode 19
CloseDeveloping Acne Care Products
Acne-focused products, which historically have been either aimed at teens or only available in harsh, prescription-only formulas are quite... -
Roundtable — episode 74
CloseBeauty’s New Lifestyle Brands
While some brands are burrowing into niches, there is a growing trend of brands preferring to take a more expansive view—selling an overall... -
Roundtable — episode 73
CloseSocial Selling And Live Streaming
Convenience is key for shoppers—and what could be easier than watching a product demonstration, chatting with a brand founder and making a... -
Spotlight — episode 18
CloseDeveloping Feminine Hygiene Products
Propelled by millennials and members of gen Z, the beauty industry has pushed into the arena of sexual health and wellness, making it one of the... -
Roundtable — episode 72
CloseFinding Funding: BIPOC Founders
The amount of institutional capital given to BIPOC-founders was up in 2021, but in total, the money flowing into BIPOC-owned businesses remains... -
Roundtable — episode 71
CloseLooking Ahead: What to Expect in Beauty in 2022
Following nearly two years of unprecedented disruption— namely pandemic restrictions and the supply chain chaos that followed, plus changing... -
Spotlight — episode 17
CloseDeveloping Skin Health Products
Anti-aging products have long been a cornerstone of the skincare category, but consumers’ changing sentiments around the term and demand for... -
Roundtable — episode 70
CloseIncredible Innovations
The sheer volume of beauty products on the market can sometimes give shoppers a sense of "I've seen it all" fatigue. But, indie brands are known... -
Roundtable — episode 69
CloseMakeup Trends
Over the last few years, skincare has been the engine of the beauty industry, but it seems the makeup segment is ready to rally; in the third... -
Roundtable — episode 68
CloseThe Lowdown On Logistics
As rising supply chain costs, shipping delays and inflationary pressures plague the beauty industry, brand founders of all sizes are facing... -
Roundtable — episode 67
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q3 ’21
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 66
CloseSmall Growth Investors
Spotting potential in nascent brands is what growth investors do best and it seems institutional funding is finding its way to beauty and... -
Roundtable — episode 65
CloseThe Med Spa Maturation
The global medical spa market was valued at $13.82 billion in 2019 and is predicted to reach $47.14 billion by 2030, according to Business Wire.... -
Roundtable — episode 64
CloseNiche Beauty E-Tailers
Launching in hundreds of doors with big box chain or pure play retailer is often what a founder dreams about, but many brands find more... -
Roundtable — episode 63
CloseMarketing Mavericks
Whether a beauty brand is centered on direct-to-consumer distribution or committed to wholesale, it takes money to make money. But in a year of... -
Roundtable — episode 62
CloseThe Great M&A Retail Shakeup
The tide is rising for beauty retail. Beauty insiders have been abuzz over the recent movement in the retail segment—Sephora acquiring... -
Roundtable — episode 61
CloseWinning Retail Strategies
Direct to consumer brands may have proliferated in recent years, but working with physical and digital retail partners is the key to ensuring... -
Roundtable — episode 60
CloseThe Clean Beauty Conversation
Clean beauty has come under fire recently being critiqued by an outspoken group of cosmetic chemists, influencers and beauty brand founders who... -
Roundtable — episode 59
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q2 ’21
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 58
CloseFounders On Funding: Seed Rounds
Getting outside funding at any stage can be a challenging road to navigate, but landing those first dollars of investment can prove to be the... -
Roundtable — 57
CloseApplying SPF To Your Assortment
After years of being thought of as a seasonal product, SPF is becoming a major commercial bright spot for beauty brands. But creating effective... -
Roundtable — episode 56
CloseLessons In European And UK Product Compliance
The shift to digital has enabled consumers from all over the globe to discover new beauty brands, increasing the desire for US-based brands to... -
Roundtable — episode 55
CloseSustainability Without Sacrifice
Traditionally, there has been a tradeoff when working with sustainable ingredients and packaging. But modern developments have allowed for... -
Roundtable — episode 54
CloseThe Clean Network
It takes a village to develop clean formulas. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad, The Detox Market Founder Romain Gaillard, Hayley Hoffman Peri, Founder and... -
Spotlight — episode 16
CloseSustainability Claims
Using sustainable packaging and ingredients isn’t a trend, it will soon be expected in beauty. While many brands now make sustainability... -
Roundtable — episode 53
CloseUpcycling In Beauty And Personal Care
Sustainability is top of mind for consumers and brands alike, but there’s more to being an eco-friendly brand than just using recyclable... -
Spotlight — episode 15
CloseEfficacy and Safety Claims
What does it take to get a safety or efficacy certification and will it matter to a consumer? Join host Nader Naeymi-Rad, author and founder of... -
Spotlight — episode 14
CloseClaims and Their Significance
Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and two regulatory and compliance experts as they provide an overview of the different types of claims in the consumer... -
Roundtable — episode 52
CloseMaximizing Marketing
Marketing has arguably transformed more than any other job category over the last decade thanks to the rise of social media and the powerful... -
Spotlight — episode 13
CloseCase Studies
Nader Naeymi-Rad will take viewers through two real brand case studies reviewing commercial strategies, key investments and important lessons... -
Roundtable — episode 51
CloseBeauty In China
China, the world’s second largest beauty market in terms of revenue and consumption value behind the US, is ripe with growth opportunity. And... -
Roundtable — episode 50
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q1 ’21
Join us for our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Spotlight — episode 12
ClosePrestige Channel
It’s no secret that prestige beauty sales took a hit during the pandemic, but luxury shopping isn’t going anywhere. Industry experts and... -
Roundtable — episode 49
CloseBrands With Influence
Having an audience that keeps up with the happenings of a brand or its founder on social media is invaluable. But gaining loyalty like that... -
Spotlight — episode 11
CloseMass Channel
The mass retail channel encompasses a wide range of stores and marketplaces, from drugstores to niche boutiques and well known department... -
Roundtable — episode 48
CloseThe New Luxury Cosmetics
Thanks to their enviable backgrounds in the beauty industry, these professional heavyweights are reimagining prestige beauty for the new age,... -
Spotlight — episode 10
CloseMarket Overview
As one of the largest (estimated at ~£26.9billion by Mintel) and most vibrant beauty markets in the world, the United Kingdom represents both a... -
Roundtable — episode 47
CloseThe Grand Panelist Tournament
In celebration of Beauty Independent's In Conversation series' one year anniversary, we are bringing back new guests and past panelists to... -
Roundtable — episode 46
CloseThe New Guard
From driving industry trends to securing major retail placements— there is no doubt about it, Youth to the People, Function of Beauty and Hero... -
Roundtable — episode 45
CloseSelling On Amazon
Beauty Independent conducted surveys of independent brands in 2019 (pre-pandemic) and 2020 (post-pandemic) to explore the diverse experiences of... -
Roundtable — episode 44
CloseThe SPAC Phenomenon
The beauty industry has become a magnet for all manner of investors—from angels to family offices, venture funds, private equity firms and now... -
Roundtable — episode 43
CloseOmni-Channel Retail
Delivering a seamless digital and in-person shopping experience is crucial for leading retailers. Join IBMG co-founder Nader Naeymi-Rad and top... -
Roundtable — episode 42
CloseSex Sells: Sexual Wellness At Retail
In 2021, you can buy lube at Nordstrom, shop vibrators at Holt Renfrew and browse arousal oils at Urban Outfitters. Sex sells, now more than... -
Roundtable — episode 41
CloseDeveloping Spa-Grade Skincare
Skincare is driving much of the growth in beauty as remote working has consumers prioritizing achieving healthy, glowing skin over covering and... -
Roundtable — episode 40
CloseLooking Ahead: What To Expect In Beauty In 2021
The health crisis and social justice movements which defined 2020 will alter the beauty market for years to come. Retailers and brands alike... -
Roundtable — episode 39
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q4 ’20
Join us for our ongoing Roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the industry.... -
Roundtable — episode 38
CloseMaximizing Amazon
For emerging beauty brands, Amazon is perhaps the biggest opportunity in commerce, but it is an enormous and oftentimes perilous portal to... -
Roundtable — episode 37
CloseThe Big Business of Body Care
Consumers are embracing the philosophy that skincare extends beyond the face as many experts are eyeing body care as the next big money maker.... -
Roundtable — episode 36
CloseBeauty Retail’s Evolution
To say shopping for beauty and wellness changed in 2020 would be an understatement. But nimble retailers are embracing this as time to innovate... -
Roundtable — episode 35
CloseBrand Engines
Modern consumers want new, better, and different brands. Incubators have swooped into the beauty industry with skills—particularly involving... -
Roundtable — episode 34
CloseTimeless Brands In A Trend-Driven World
A distinct point of view is a founder’s most important tool when it comes to building a modern brand. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and three bona... -
Roundtable — episode 33
CloseForecasting For 2021
2020 has been a year unlike any other, creating unforeseen challenges for entrepreneurs from supply chain shortages to record unemployment... -
Roundtable — episode 32
CloseFragrance’s New Frontier
While store closures caused a 21% decline in overall US fragrance sales in 2020 according to NPD, the category’s online sales have nearly... -
Spotlight — episode 9
CloseProduct Launch
The day has come and it’s time to launch your product or brand—but are you ready? In this final episode of Spotlight: Concept to Shelf,... -
Roundtable — episode 31
CloseAll-Star Haircare Leaders
While much of the beauty industry has seen sluggish sales since March, particularly in luxury, haircare is one of the few blossoming segments.... -
Spotlight — episode 8
CloseGo-To-Market Strategy
This episode of Spotlight: Concept to Shelf, supported by Cosmetic Solutions, will give a step by step overview of what brands need to do to... -
Roundtable — episode 30
CloseCannabis Beauty
If you thought cannabis beauty and wellness was blazing already, business has only just begun to bud. With several states legalizing medical... -
Spotlight — episode 7
CloseFinalizing Your Product
Once you’ve got your formulation completed—what next? This episode of Spotlight: Concept to Shelf, will address that very question. In order... -
Roundtable — episode 29
CloseQuarterly Data Snapshot Q3 ’20
Join us for the first installment of our ongoing roundtable bringing together the best and most respected providers and research from around the... -
Spotlight — episode 6
CloseFormulation And Product Development
The formulation and product development can be an opaque and complex process, and it’s difficult to know the most productive way to work with... -
Spotlight — episode 5
CloseMarket Analysis
It’s no secret that the beauty market is a crowded one. Nonetheless some brands are still able to break away from the pack—but how? Often,... -
Roundtable — episode 28
CloseSmart Skincare Tools
From wrinkle-zapping lasers to microdermabrasion, the at-home self-care market is exploding and is projected to grow by more than 20% over the... -
Spotlight — episode 4
CloseInnovations Driving The Future of Sustainability
In this discussion, we will take a look forward at the new technologies, design concepts, and materials brands need to be aware of as they make... -
Roundtable — episode 27
CloseGame Changers
These business leaders are on a mission to wake up and shake up the beauty industry. Join Nader Naeymi-Rad and three disruptive founders as they...
