A multi-disciplinary jury for Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards

Background: 17 years of experience in the beauty industry. International Product Marketing Manager at Clarins and New Projects Manager at Cosmoprof

Beatrice Balzarotti is an expert in Sensory Anthropology, with a background in Communication and New Media and a specialization in Anthropology and Ethnology. Her academic research explored urban spaces through the senses of taste and smell. She has held multiple roles within the perfume world , from laboratory assistant supporting the perfumer in the creative process, to evaluator, and later consultant in communication and marketing. Currently, she works on research and content development across various cultural and educational contexts and teaches in university and academy programs in Italy. Her work focuses on multisensory languages as tools to inspire, connect, and generate new forms of value.

Nicola Barbini is an Italian expert in cosmetics, sustainable chemistry, and wellness, with a solid background in chemistry and cosmetic sciences. For nine years, he served as President of Italy’s first consortium for cosmetic research, promoting innovation across the industry. At the European level, he was part of the Board of SusChem, the European Commission’s platform for sustainable chemistry. 
He currently leads Job On Beauty, an organization focused on professional training and scientific education in cosmetics and nutraceuticals, through courses, webinars, and sector initiatives. 
As an author and speaker, Barbini regularly contributes to Informatore Cosmetico Qualificato (ICQ) and presents at major key sector events, discussing new trends, regulations, and market dynamics. 
Leveraging his extensive experience, he acts as a technical consultant for cosmetic companies, developing innovative ingredients for skin care, make-up, and hair care in collaboration with leading Italian universities. He also serves as R&D Director for the Aldo Coppola Group, where he oversees research and product development in the hair care sector

Monia Benvegnù is a professional with over 24 years of experience in the cosmetics sector, gained through roles of increasing responsibility in R&D, technical marketing, sales, and business development at global companies such as BASF-Beauty Care Solutions and Cognis-Laboratoires Serobiologiques. She holds a Master’s degree in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technologies from the University of Padua and is a licensed pharmacist.
Her specialization in functional active ingredients for personal care has enabled her to drive innovation and deliver tailored solutions that anticipate market trends and address customer needs. Her expertise spans scientific knowledge transfer, technical training, markets and clients business development and the design of creative concepts that combine texture and actives.
She has also lectured at universities and published articles, consolidating her role as a reference point in the cosmetic industry.

Editor in Chief with editorial oversight across all of BEAUTYSTREAMS’ branches including reporting, forecast, webinars, and bespoke. As a foreign correspondent in Paris contributing to: Die Zeit, The Wall Street Journal, FT/How To Spend It, Parnass Art Magazine, and WWD

With over 35 years of international experience, Mario De Luigi is a leading expert in cosmetics innovation, color trend forecasting, and product development. Founder and former Creative Director of B.kolormakeup & Skincare, he has collaborated with major global brands on new formulations, brand concepts, and creative marketing strategies. Known for his ability to translate fashion trends into beauty products, he combines deep technical knowledge with strategic insight across make-up, skincare, and global beauty manufacturing. His expertise spans trend forecasting, product innovation, development & manufacturing, brand strategy, and creative direction, making him a respected voice in the international beauty community and a frequent contributor to major media and industry events.

Thomas Hammond is the Sr. Director of Package Development and Engineering at Revlon overseeing global Skincare, Body Care, Promotions, Package Testing, and Change Management. In this role, he is responsible for end to end execution from ideation to manufacturing and production. In his eleven years at Elizabeth Arden and Revlon, he’s worked on their most prestigious skincare and color cosmetic brands while supporting value engineering initiatives, in-sourcing, innovation, and sustainability. Prior to Elizabeth Arden, he worked for PepsiCo aiding in the engineering and development of new soda fountain technology. In the summer of 2012, Thomas spent three months in South Korea for an internship with an injection molding cosmetic factory. He’s traveled domestically and internationally for functional packaging line trials, custom tool development, and innovation trade shows. With those experiences, he’s been able to sharpen his skill set, cultivating himself for a future in the cosmetic industry. In his spare time, he enjoys boating in the summer, skiing in the winter, and football. Thomas holds a Masters in Cosmetic and Fragrance Marketing and Management from FIT and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rhode Island.

Background: 10 years experience covering fashion, beauty, and business news for WWD and W magazine. She writes for trend forecasting companies: BEAUTYSTREAMS, Wunderman Thompson Intelligence, and Light Years, alongside creating copy for a number of luxury beauty brands
 

Lorne Lucree is a leading expert in beauty innovation, product development, and R&D, with deep expertise in formulation science, ingredient technologies, packaging, sustainability, olfactive trends, and consumer insights. His career spans advertising at Procter & Gamble, global and regional marketing at L'Oréal, R&I and product development at Estée Lauder, brand incubation at Luxury Brand Partners, and manufacturing and operational innovation as Chief Innovation & R&D Officer at Voyant Beauty. He has developed award-winning products for Clinique, R+Co, L’Oréal Professionnel, IGK, ONE/SIZE by PatrickStarrr, and Tatcha. Now, as Founder of Quiet Coyote Consulting, he helps brands, private equity, and contract manufacturers drive innovation and maximize value.

Lorne is a trusted partner to key retailers like Ulta Beauty, where he serves as a Product Development Advisor for the Ulta MUSE Accelerator Program and a member of the Conscious Beauty at Ulta Advisory Board. 

His work has earned 25+ industry awards, including Allure Best of Beauty, Allure Best of Beauty Breakthrough, Refinery29 Beauty Innovator, and Times UK Style Beauty Award. He has an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and a BSc from Boston University.

Victor Hugo Montalvo, ceo and general director of Montalvo Group. We are leaders in the beauty sector within the industry for 30 years. We are leaders in the beauty sector with 30 years of experience in the industry. We specialize in providing quality service.

Celebrated beauty industry authority.
Directed client marketing and product development consulting projects worldwide for L’Oréal brands, AmorePacific, Beiersdorf, Coty, Estée Lauder, P&G, Unilever,  etc

Background: Specialist in trends and marketing, Accomplished marketing and beauty expert, based in Brazil. Possesses a diverse skill set for overseeing and driving global projects, and forging partnerships with brands and trade shows such Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna.

Highly experienced in cosmetic global regulatory, quality and technical areas, more than 25 years career in pharma and cosmetic brands, member of Advisory Board of start up and Master Degree in Cosmetic Industrial Science Università degli Studi di Milano and Committee Member of La Forza e il Sorriso and Cosmetica Italia. Among other publications wrote the Cosmetologist's Manual

Industry visionary. Renowned forecaster.  
Background: 30+ years of experience advising fashion and beauty brands globally. Creative Director at Stylesight, Here & There Agency New York