Fashion Group International (FGI), the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting and supporting global fashion and beauty professionals, announces the Beauty U symposium, spotlighting beauty industry leaders and the trends and hot topics shaping the industry today.
Taking place at the Fashion Institute of Technology’s Katie Murphy Amphitheatre on Thursday, June 26, 2025, Beauty U, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., offers an incredible opportunity to take the pulse of the industry and hear from some of the beauty world’s most innovative voices and notable founders, while gaining insights into the evolving beauty landscape, including fragrance and wellness topics, social impact, and entrepreneurship.
Join beauty’s top founders, executives, and change-makers to cover a full day of forward-thinking panels, fireside chats, and networking.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- Fragrance-Forward: Rethinking scent beyond the bottle, with leaders from Euroitalia USA, Scent Marketing Inc., IFF, Pura, and moderated by Dotdash Meredith and Real Simple’s Heather Muir Maffei
- Wellness Living: Exploring the convergence of wellness, tech, and consumer behavior, with leaders from Nemat Fragrances, Barriere, Bigelow, and Spate, moderated by Vogue’s Margaux Anbouba
- Driving Results in Beauty: A candid conversation on purpose-driven branding and measurable change, presented by E.L.F. Beauty, in conversation with WWD’s James Manso
- Meet the Founders: Founders share real-world insights on building beauty brands, presented by Glosswire.
- Marketplace + Networking: Enjoy an opportunity to connect with beauty leaders, panelists, and emerging brands during a dedicated networking hour.
- Event Co-Chairs: Caroline Fabrigas & Karen Young
WHEN: Thursday, June 26, 2025
TIME: Doors open 9:15 AM | Program 9:30 AM – 2:45 PM
WHERE: FIT – Katie Murphy Amphitheatre, 227 W 27th St, NYC
RSVP (media only): RSVP@anamartinspr.com
ABOUT FASHION GROUP INTERNATIONAL
Founded in 1930 by a group of seventeen women leaders, with charters including Helena Rubenstein, Eleanor Roosevelt, Edith Head, and other renowned fashion icons, Fashion Group International (FGI) was established as an industry forum for career advancement. Today, the non-profit organization remains dedicated to connecting and supporting fashion professionals at every level, from startups to seasoned professionals. By providing access, education, and connection, FGI seeks to spark creativity, fuel innovation, and advance the business of fashion.
FGI is headquartered in New York City, with chapters in numerous regions worldwide, and a roster of over 5,000 active members in fashion and related design sectors including apparel, accessories, beauty, retail, and lifestyle. Vital member benefits offered to FGI members include ongoing professional development opportunities, forums for discussion and networking, market insights, mentorship opportunities with industry leaders, business directories and resources, and high-profile event platforms for professional recognition. Discover more at fgi.org
The Fashion Group Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Fashion Group International and is dedicated to nurturing the fashion talent of tomorrow through education, scholarships, internships, and career counseling services. The FGI Foundation also promotes charitable partnerships and impactful public service initiatives.
