Andrew Gan is the past-President and life-time honorary member of the SCSS (Society of Cosmetic Scientists, Singapore). He holds an MBA with distinction from Aalto University and a BA with Honours at the National University of Singapore. For over a decade, he has taught innovation, packaging, product design & development as adjunct lecturer. He draws on his inter-disciplinary background and experience of over three decades in the personal care, cosmetic and medical device industry. Professionally, he co-creates functional cosmetics and medical devices with a team of over seventy R&I scientists and experts in regulatory affairs and quality assurance across three countries.
Robert Brockman is a seasoned Information Technology professional with over 15 years of experience driving digital innovation and transformation. His expertise lies in developing and executing strategic digital initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies, and fostering a digital-first culture to deliver sustainable business growth. Robert also drives research projects within the data analytics centre in Meiyume such as generative AI for consumer insights mining and AI-assisted graphic design . He is currently overseeing cross-functional teams in marketing & data analytics and has built lasting partnerships with stakeholders to align digital strategies with overall business objectives.
KinShen is a Principal Analyst who joined Mintel in 2022 and looks after the South APAC region. Prior to Mintel, he spent close to 8 years in R&D at Procter and Gamble, delivering on multiple upstream skincare innovation initiatives. He is a well-rounded expert in the beauty space, possessing extensive knowledge of APAC markets and consumers’ insights across the region
Claudia Stagno has been serving the beauty industry since many years as editor-in-chief of Export Magazine, by MTE Edizioni publishing group.
Her specialization on international markets, allows her the possibility to be updated on beauty trends, at different latitudes.
Mr. Sunai graduated Bachelor’s Degree from Assumption University, Bangkok in major of General Management in October 1997 and graduated in Master of Science in anti-aging and regenerative medicine from Dhurakit Bundit University, Bangkok. He started to learn wellness business in Suuko Spa Executive as a General Manager (2004 – 2006) Took care of 260 staffs in total and held the responsibilities of planning, developing, and setting up the 10,000 Square Meters of day spa operations. After that he stepped forward as an operation Manager of (South East Asia) of MSpa International Limited (2006 – 2008), he took care of the operations and management of 13 Spas in Thailand, 3 Spas in Maldives, 1 Spa in Vietnam and 1 Spa in India.
After collected experiences in wellness and hospitality business, Mr. Sunai had changed his role to freelance Spa Consultant for Akaryn Management and ESENSw, Mr. Sunai took care of operations strategies, spa rebranding, spa retail development, and human resources development for 2 spas in Phuket and Pranburi. Two years later he operated his own business “Spanovator”. The wellness business consultant that he has been exerted his talent and ability on it. And Mr. Sunai is appointed as Vice President of Spa Professional Association (Thailand) and Vice President of Thai Spa Association as well.
Graduated Ph.D. in Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Reading, United Kingdom. He is a Research Officer for Expert Centre of Innovative Herbal Products at Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research. He has done research in Polymers for Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications, Hydrogels & Cryogels, Antimicrobial Polymers, Biomaterials & Polymer Blends, Transdermal & Transmucosal Drug Delivery, Cosmeceutical Formulations and Nanocosmetical Formulations fields.
Based in Southeast Asia, Anne-Catherine Auvray is the Executive Beauty Editor for BEAUTYSTREAMS.
She has over 20 years’ experience in marketing and communications for the cosmetics industry, including 10 years at Clarins Paris, holding positions such as International Product Development Marketing Manager, International Operational Marketing Manager.
She was also International Key Account and New Projects Manager for the Cosmoprof shows. Anne Catherine is an expert in branding, marketing strategy, and product development.
Dr Preecha-korn received his Master Degree in Management and a PhD in Polymer Engineering from Bradford University in the United Kingdom.
He started his career with Unilever in the UK and followed a career path with Unilever for 25 years on international assignments to the Philippines, Ghana, China, Turkey and Bangladesh. He has been involved in Supply Chain, Project Management and Innovations before returning to Thailand in 2004 to take up the position as Regulatory Affairs Counsellor, Unilever Asia PTE.
Since returning to Thailand, Dr Suvanaphen has worked with ASEAN Regulators to set up a Harmonised Cosmetic Regulations for 10 ASEAN Countries. He has served as Secretary of the ASEAN Cosmetic Committee and a President of the ASEAN Cosmetics Association.
In addition, Dr Suvanaphen was a member of Thai FDA Cosmetic Committee, and a Vice Chairman of Thai FDA Liaison Committee. He was also a part-time lecturer on International Business Management at Mahidol University.
He is currently an Honorary Adviser of Thai Cosmetic Manufacturers Association, Board of Trustees of ASEAN Cosmetic Association and the Adviser to the Chemical Group and Cosmetics Group of the Federation of Thai Industries.
Juanita Aditiawan is the President of ASEAN Cosmetics Association and Vice President in charge of External Affairs and Business Development of Indonesian Cosmetics Association (PERKOSMI). She is active in cosmetics business in Indonesia ranging from own brands, contract manufacturing as well as distribution of cosmetics ingredients. She has developed large international as well as national network in the industry during her 20 years of experience.
My lifetime experience and expertise covers a span of more than 30 years in the cosmetic industry through joint-ventures, both in Malaysia and China. Leading these companies in the research, innovation and manufacturing of personal care, toiletries, makeup and skincare cosmetics to serve our most valued brand customers, is a continuous source of learning, achievement and satisfaction.
The Intercosmetic was founded through a joint-venture and technology partnership with a world renowned Italian and Swiss cosmetic group. We were the first and only cosmetic OEM in South-East Asia and China serving Italian and Swiss cosmetic innovation, products, OEM and B2B services to brands and private label owners.
In Malaysia, we have established an R&D center with a modern cosmetic manufacturing facility developing and producing halal-certified cosmetic products for our customers.
Ever still passionate in the cosmetic business, I enthusiastically endeavor to serve our customers with continuous innovation and improvement, to enhance our total-solution value proposition to our customers and making great products to their consumers.
Mr. Thant Zaw Ko was the CEO and a member of the Board of Directors at Shangrila-Leap International.
SLIC manufactures skincare, toiletries, and household items. All of these items are manufactured under license by Cosmecreate Items Inc., Osaka, Japan. He has been a visiting lecturer at Yangon University’s IC Department for over a decade, in addition to his volunteer responsibilities as Vice President of the Myanmar Cosmetics Association and President of the Myanmar Barcode Association (GS1 Myanmar). His talents and interests include marketing, new product development, innovation strategies, personal care and skin care products, manufacturing, and industry sustainability.
Christine Michelle Pangilinan-Reyes is a Licensed Pharmacist. She is the Technical Regulatory Manager of the Innovation and Science Department of Amway Philippines, L.L.C.
For 18 years, she has gained vast experience and expertise in the areas of Community Pharmacy, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Regulatory Pharmacy particularly for Pharmaceuticals, Health Supplements, Cosmetics (Beauty and Personal Care), Durable Products, Home Care Products and Fertilizers.
She currently holds the position as President of the Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines and previously led CCIP External Committees such as the Regulatory, Government and Industry Affairs and Professional Development and Education. Christine is also a member of the ASEAN Cosmetics Association Board. She is the Health and Dietary Supplement Association of the Philippines’ Representative to the ASEAN Alliance of Health Supplement Association. Her professional trainings include programs taken locally and internationally. Passionate about work and profession, she ensures that products passed all local regulatory and quality requirements prior release to market.
Mallory Huron is the Director of Beauty & Wellness at Fashion Snoops, a global trend forecasting agency. Huron is passionate about beauty, wellness, and food trends, working with the Fashion Snoops Beauty & Wellness team to craft thematic trend stories rooted in cultural shifts. Previous to Fashion Snoops, Huron worked with makeup artist and travel entrepreneur Stephanie Flor for the Around the World Beauty brand. Huron has been featured in Dazed Digital, The Strategist, Vogue, Coveteur, and Glossy, has presented at global trade shows including Cosmoprof North America, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, In Cosmetics, MakeupIn, Clean Beauty London, and more, and is a regular contributor to Global Cosmetic News’ In Conversation With podcast series.
I’m the Global Sales Director for Amaholic at Firstmarket, while also managing part of the international sales for KOCOSTAR, our company’s flagship brand known for its global mask innovations.
With 9 years of professional experience, I began my career in office administration and sales support in the U.S. and entered the beauty industry in 2019 through international sales at TOLY Korea, part of the global cosmetic packaging group TOLY.
After five years in primary packaging, I transitioned to an eco-friendly secondary packaging company, focusing on molded pulp innovations.
Now at Firstmarket, I lead the global expansion of Amaholic, blending clean beauty principles with strategic brand storytelling.
