Nykaa's Anchit Nayar to Speak at Beauty Global Forum 2025
By Avantika Kenjale
Mumbai
The third edition of Business of Beauty Global Forum will be held at California from June 9th and 10th at the picturesque Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley. It will bring together industry leaders and innovators for a unique gathering focused on the business of beauty. With just one week to go for The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2025, the global forum has announced the full agenda and speaker lineup for the highly event. The livestream will take place on Monday, June 9, and Tuesday, June 10, and will feature three immersive content sessions that will explore the latest trends and insights in the beauty industry.
This year's forum promises to be an exciting and informative event, with a lineup of industry experts and thought leaders sharing their insights and experiences. Anchit Nayar, Executive Director and Chief Executive of Nykaa, will join Andy Lightfoot in conversation with Priya Rao to discuss 'The Global Retailers Making a Local Impact'.
Hailey Bieber, founder and creative director of Rhode, will speak exclusively about her brand and exit journey, and will be joined by Tarang Amin, chairman and chief executive of E.l.f. Beauty, to discuss what is next for the viral skin and makeup line. Tracee Ellis Ross, Ava Matthews, Sumin Lee, Marc Elrick, and Andy Lightfoot are just a few of the many speakers who will share their expertise and insights on topics ranging from cultural and societal forces shaping the industry to the potential of beauty to create connection and community. (Writer is Fashion Management Scholar, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India, Daman Campus).
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