Beauty Trends & Innovations Conference | 22nd Sept 2026 | London
Beauty leaders, retailers, marketers, and innovators reunite in London for a one-day conference exploring AI, sustainability, skincare innovation, wellness trends, NPD, and the future of beauty marketing.
“A Significant Step Forward for UK Retail”: GS1 UK CEO on Tesco’s Move to QR Codes
Tesco’s understated but important move to QR codes powered by GS1 UK marks a shift in UK food and beverage retail, elevating the technology from pilot stages to large-scale use.
Why Beauty’s Growth is Moving Closer to the Customer
In an era where consumer trust reigns supreme, Wojtek Kokoszka, CEO at Mention Me, explores how beauty brands are shifting strategies from traditional advertising to building authentic customer connections.
MetSpace London : Sports Business Success Lies Behind Closed Doors
In a landscape where sporting success drives economic growth, Robert Schogger, co-Founder and CEO of MetSpace, highlights the crucial behind-the-scenes infrastructure that empowers teams to triumph and positions businesses to thrive.
Ice Cream Alliance : A Taste of Tradition, a Scoop of Tomorrow
The delicious and fascinating realm of European ice cream production is evolving at pace alongside shifting consumer priorities and tastes. We get the latest scoop from Catherine McNeil, Director of Operations, the Ice Cream Alliance.
Enky : The Future of Furniture
Enky champions the growing second-hand furniture sector by providing businesses with high-quality, sustainably sourced items and a forward-thinking subscription model. CEO, Aïssa Laroussi, tells us more.
South Downs Leisure : Local Action, Global Impact
With a business model rooted in sustainability, South Downs Leisure is making impactful changes to support its local community and the planet. Duncan Anderson, CEO, explains how, due to hard work and dedication, sustainability has become a way of life.
SPAR Albania : Driving Growth
SPAR, the fastest-growing supermarket chain in Albania, has undergone remarkable expansion over the past eight years. Elona Hametaj, Managing Director, shares insights into the strategies that have propelled the company’s rapid growth
365discount : A New Dawn For Discount Shopping
As the company transitions into new leadership, we talk to Michael Tilsted, new Managing Director, and Thomas Nielsen, former Managing Director, about how 365discount unreservedly commits to supplying affordable but nutritious produce to its customers.
SPAR Poland : Growth in Groceries
Wayne Hodson, CEO, informs us about SPAR Poland’s focus on increasing its footprint of stores and developing its private label products.
Selfridges : Changing the Way We Shop
Two years into Project Earth, high-end department store chain Selfridges is zeroing in on a circular future for shopping.
Au Vodka : The Golden Touch
Encapsulating the spirit of a luxury drinking experience, we explore the explosive growth of the ultra-premium British brand, Au Vodka.
