Jury of Cosmoprof India Awards 2024

Company founder Florence Bernardin is totally trilingual, fluent in English, French and Japanese 
(kawaii philosophy included).
Fifteen years at Japanese cosmetics giant, Kao Corporation, fed a lifelong fascination for Japan 
and Asia in general. An insatiable curiosity – and 12 to 14 trips to the region each year – give Florence the edge and the ability to source and assess products like no one else. This translates to a truly original and operational take on the cosmetics world. Florence is recognized as THE Asian beauty expert 
within the industry.

Business Leader with 2 decades of experience at Unilever, Vipul Chaturvedi takes over as the CEO Lakme Lever Pvt Ltd . An intrapreneur and a change champion credited with building businesses and taking them to a stable trajectory, Vipul’s vision is to make Lakme the most loved beauty services brand in India. At Lakme Salons, we delight our customers by delivering trendsetting services that give them the confidence to look their unapologetic best. Proven track record of out-performance with reputation for Business Leadership & Thought leadership has made him a recipient of multiple Unilever Global Awards/HUL Chairman’s award.

Mr. Biju Kassim is the Customer Care Associate and CEO of Beauty, Shoppers Stop. With an illustrious career spanning three decades in the beauty industry, Mr. Biju Kasim brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as the Customer Care Associate and CEO of Beauty at Shoppers Stop. His career has been marked by extensive engagement across the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and Africa markets. Throughout his journey, Mr. Kasim has played a pivotal role in brand building across various retail formats and distribution channels in the region. Notably, he has demonstrated remarkable proficiency in the prestigious and luxury beauty segment and has contributed significantly to global brand expansion in emerging markets.
Prior to his association with Shoppers Stop, Mr. Kasim held the position of Senior Vice President of Beauty at Reliance Brands Limited. During his tenure, he made significant contributions to the development and success of the beauty division, including the successful launch and growth of beauty brands in the Indian market.
Additionally, Mr. Kasim has a distinguished nine-year tenure as the Managing Director of Intercraft Trading, where his leadership and strategic acumen were pivotal in the company's growth and success in the beauty and cosmetic sector.
To complement his extensive practical experience in the beauty and retail industry, Mr. Kasim holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in business management and strategy, enhancing his ability to lead effectively in his current role.

Monisha Mullick is a Senior Perfumer working in Robertet India Private Limited. Having over 35 years experience in the creation of Fine and Personal Care fragrances.
She has had significant wins in these areas both in India and overseas. Previous experience of 8 years in Product development of Cosmetic Products at Lakme Ltd. has helped to understand how to create the right fragrance for the right product.
She currently holds the role of President of the Indian Society of Cosmetic Chemists since March 2022.

As Global Partnerships Director, Fernanda leads BEAUTYSTREAMS’ partnerships and brand collaborations with key organizations worldwide. She works closely with regional teams on both strategic and operational levels. Fernanda has over 17 years of experience as a correspondent and editor for international digital media. She was previously the Latin America Trend Director at Stylesight.

Her diverse background allows her to lead international projects and build strong collaborations with leading trade shows, beauty associations, and global consumer and trade press.
Fernanda has been directing co-marketing projects with Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, ASEAN, North America, Asia, and India for more than 7 years, initiating iconic projects. She is also a jury member for international Contests, and a frequent lecturer at beauty events around the world.
 

Mr. Jayan Sathyan is the Head of Beauty at Lulu Group International, responsible for overseeing the group’s global beauty business operations from the UAE. With over 25 years of experience in luxury retail, spanning beauty and luxury watches, he brings a strong expertise in product development and brand building. Throughout his career, he has facilitated the successful introduction of key brands, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Banana Republic perfumes, into the GCC region through exclusive partnerships. He has also led impactful brand-building campaigns across six countries, launched multiple beauty concepts in cities across Kuwait, and managed over 100 beauty projects across seven countries within five years.

Launched in 2020, Simply Nam is new & innovative Indian beauty brand that combines the best of science and nature - to create safe, effective and long-lasting products with guaranteed results. "For many years, I have worked as a makeup and beauty professional. I have been taught by and worked with the best, and learnt from 20+ years of experience, what Indian women want and need in their every day makeup & beauty routine. Through my new collection of products, I hope to help women look and feel like the best version of themselves." 

A year after its inception, the innovative beauty & cosmetics brand - designed in Scandinavia, with the Indian woman in mind is ever expanding; with sheet masks, liquid lipsticks, make up bags and more. All products are developed and produced in close collaboration between Namrata Soni and some of Scandinavia's best laboratories and the most experienced manufacturers. Every formulation is uniquely designed for Indian skin, as well as the Indian lifestyle and climate. The brand is 100% vegan and cruelty free, and we are a clean beauty brand.
 

Samir Srivastav is a seasoned professional in the beauty and wellness industry with over 22 years of experience. He currently serves as the CEO of Looks Salon, one of India’s leading salon chains. Under his leadership, the brand has been expanding rapidly, with the goal of reaching 500 salons by 2026.

Before joining Looks Salon, Samir was the CEO of Jean-Claude Biguine Salon and Spa, where he gained extensive expertise in managing high-end beauty services. 

Samir’s leadership focuses on blending global trends with local market needs, ensuring Looks Salon maintains its position among the top brands in India’s beauty and wellness industry.