Thursday, 5 December | 14:45 Hrs – 15:30 Hrs
TOPIC : COSMETIC PIONEERS: THE RISE OF INDIAN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS
Abstract – Explore the transformative impact of Indian women entrepreneurs in the cosmetics industry. This session delves into their innovative contributions and the ways they are reshaping the beauty landscape in India. Discover how these pioneers are driving growth, creating new market opportunities, and setting trends that redefine beauty standards. Join us to celebrate their journey, achievements, and the future they are crafting for the beauty sector and beyond.
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PANELLISTS
Siddha Jain
CHIEF BUSINESS OFFICER, BOMBAY SHAVING COMPANY
Siddha Jain is the Chief Business Officer (CBO) at Bombae by Bombay Shaving Company, a bold and innovative brand redefining women’s grooming and personal care. Joining Bombay Shaving Company when it was focused on male grooming, Siddha was entrusted with building the women’s brand—now known as Bombae. Leading an almost entirely all-women team, she focuses on creating category-first products rooted in real consumer needs. In just 2.5 years, Bombae has achieved a remarkable ₹50 crore ARR, with plans to double by March 2025. An alumna of IIT Bombay, IIM Bangalore, and ex-Bain, Siddha is passionate about women’s wellness, tech, and most of all people.
Maria Antonietta Plantone
CO-FOUNDER & CEO, PDT COSMETICI
Maria Antonietta Plantone is the CEO of PDT Cosmetici and the visionary behind the brand Physio Natura. With over 25 years of expertise in creating skincare products, her journey began in a galenic laboratory in Puglia with her husband, combining the passion for natural ingredients with a commitment to sustainability. Under her leadership, Physio Natura has become a benchmark in the Italian cosmetics industry, known for innovative formulas that honour local heritage. Maria Antonietta champions excellence, teamwork and dedication to delivering high-quality, eco-conscious skincare solutions.
Namrata Soni
CELEBRITY STYLIST & FOUNDER, SIMPLYNAM
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, She has worked as a makeup and beauty professional. She has 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 her new collection of products, she hopes 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.
Dolly Kumar
MANAGING DIRECTOR, ANCOROTTI INDIA
Dolly Kumar, a Cosmetic Engineer and visionary leader, is the Director of Ancorotti Cosmetics India Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture with Ancorotti Cosmetics, Italy. She works with major B2B clients like HUL, Reliance, Tata, Purplle, Nykaa, and Sugar, driving innovation in the Colour Cosmetics sector by introducing global trends to the Indian market. Dolly is also the Founder and Director of Cosmic Nutracos Solutions Pvt. Ltd., which launched brands like GAIA and Skinella. With her deep market insight, innovation, and exceptional R&D team, Dolly’s ventures are reshaping India’s beauty industry.