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Kirbie Johnson

Co-Host and CEO
Gloss Angeles

Kirbie Johnson is a multi-hyphenate host-writer-producer-reporter living in Los Angeles. A veteran journalist, Kirbie has become a sought-after (no BS) authority on makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of entertainment. She has appeared in 500+ on-air segments, reported on the grounds of the GRAMMYs and the Golden Globe Awards, on set of shows like Euphoria, and as a trusted interviewer has secured celebrity sit-downs with Kim Kardashian West, Rihanna, and Hailey Bieber. For years as POPSUGAR’s on-camera beauty reporter, Kirbie worked to explore the connection between beauty and entertainment, and now she thrives at the intersection of both industries. She co-hosts the much-loved and listened-to Gloss Angeles podcast, covering the latest launches, social trends and a guest roster of who's-who industry A-listers. With her (manicured) finger on the pulse, she breaks news on her own platforms, including her best-selling Substack newsletter, and contributes to pubs like Allure, Harper’s BAZAAR, The Hollywood Reporter, and has appeared on the 'Today' show, Freeform, and the BBC.

Kirbie Johnson

Co-Host and CEO
Gloss Angeles

Kirbie Johnson is a multi-hyphenate host-writer-producer-reporter living in Los Angeles. A veteran journalist, Kirbie has become a sought-after (no BS) authority on makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of entertainment. She has appeared in 500+ on-air segments, reported on the grounds of the GRAMMYs and the Golden Globe Awards, on set of shows like Euphoria, and as a trusted interviewer has secured celebrity sit-downs with Kim Kardashian West, Rihanna, and Hailey Bieber. For years as POPSUGAR’s on-camera beauty reporter, Kirbie worked to explore the connection between beauty and entertainment, and now she thrives at the intersection of both industries. She co-hosts the much-loved and listened-to Gloss Angeles podcast, covering the latest launches, social trends and a guest roster of who's-who industry A-listers. With her (manicured) finger on the pulse, she breaks news on her own platforms, including her best-selling Substack newsletter, and contributes to pubs like Allure, Harper’s BAZAAR, The Hollywood Reporter, and has appeared on the 'Today' show, Freeform, and the BBC.

 

Roger Zien

Vice President Supply Chain & Operations
Murad, Unilever Prestige

Roger Zien is the Vice President of Global Supply Chain & Operations at Murad, a Unilever Prestige skincare brand, where he leads end-to-end global operations across supply planning, procurement, logistics, 3PL transitions, and manufacturing strategy. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty and CPG sectors, Roger has successfully spearheaded international contract manufacturing expansion, complex inventory reduction programs, and cross-functional transformation initiatives. Prior to entering the corporate world, Roger served as a U.S.

Roger Zien

Vice President Supply Chain & Operations
Murad, Unilever Prestige

Roger Zien

Vice President Supply Chain & Operations
Murad, Unilever Prestige

Roger Zien is the Vice President of Global Supply Chain & Operations at Murad, a Unilever Prestige skincare brand, where he leads end-to-end global operations across supply planning, procurement, logistics, 3PL transitions, and manufacturing strategy. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty and CPG sectors, Roger has successfully spearheaded international contract manufacturing expansion, complex inventory reduction programs, and cross-functional transformation initiatives. Prior to entering the corporate world, Roger served as a U.S. Army officer for 15 years, including assignments with Special Operations, where he developed the leadership, adaptability, and operational rigor that define his executive approach today.

 

Claudia Allwood

CMO
Emi Jay

Claudia is the Chief Marketing Officer of Emi Jay, where she leads the brand’s creative and strategic growth. With 15 years of experience across beauty, wellness, and CPG, she has been instrumental in shaping some of the industry’s most iconic names. Previously the founding CMO of Rhode, she also held leadership roles at Tatcha and Benefit Cosmetics, building a career at the intersection of creativity and commerce.

Claudia Allwood

CMO
Emi Jay

Claudia Allwood

CMO
Emi Jay

Claudia is the Chief Marketing Officer of Emi Jay, where she leads the brand’s creative and strategic growth. With 15 years of experience across beauty, wellness, and CPG, she has been instrumental in shaping some of the industry’s most iconic names. Previously the founding CMO of Rhode, she also held leadership roles at Tatcha and Benefit Cosmetics, building a career at the intersection of creativity and commerce. From launching award-winning startups to guiding acquisitions and complex restructures, Claudia specializes in turning founder-led visions into culturally resonant, market-defining brands.

Given the complexity and cost of the commercialisation journey, strategic alliances and partnerships become a key decision for all founders. This panel will discuss the who, the why, and perhaps most crucially the decision around when to partner.

  • Improving capital efficiency within the animal health market
  • Factors to consider when evaluating and planning route to market
  • How strategic partners will leverage data and AI to help guide start-ups and speed to commercialisation
  • Drivers of successful partnerships and the realisation of value
Panellists

Author:

Megan Grether

Head of Global Business Development and Licensing Animal Health
Boehringer Ingelheim

Megan Grether

Head of Global Business Development and Licensing Animal Health
Boehringer Ingelheim

Author:

Justine Conway

Vice President of Business Development & External Innovation
Elanco

Justine Conway

Vice President of Business Development & External Innovation
Elanco

Author:

Jim McIntyre

Head of Global Business Development
Merck Animal Health

Jim McIntyre

Head of Global Business Development
Merck Animal Health
 

Kirbie Johnson

Co-Host and CEO
Gloss Angeles

Kirbie Johnson is a multi-hyphenate host-writer-producer-reporter living in Los Angeles. A veteran journalist, Kirbie has become a sought-after (no BS) authority on makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of entertainment. She has appeared in 500+ on-air segments, reported on the grounds of the GRAMMYs and the Golden Globe Awards, on set of shows like Euphoria, and as a trusted interviewer has secured celebrity sit-downs with Kim Kardashian West, Rihanna, and Hailey Bieber.

Kirbie Johnson

Co-Host and CEO
Gloss Angeles

Kirbie Johnson

Co-Host and CEO
Gloss Angeles

Kirbie Johnson is a multi-hyphenate host-writer-producer-reporter living in Los Angeles. A veteran journalist, Kirbie has become a sought-after (no BS) authority on makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of entertainment. She has appeared in 500+ on-air segments, reported on the grounds of the GRAMMYs and the Golden Globe Awards, on set of shows like Euphoria, and as a trusted interviewer has secured celebrity sit-downs with Kim Kardashian West, Rihanna, and Hailey Bieber. For years as POPSUGAR’s on-camera beauty reporter, Kirbie worked to explore the connection between beauty and entertainment, and now she thrives at the intersection of both industries. She co-hosts the much-loved and listened-to Gloss Angeles podcast, covering the latest launches, social trends and a guest roster of who's-who industry A-listers. With her (manicured) finger on the pulse, she breaks news on her own platforms, including her best-selling Substack newsletter, and contributes to pubs like Allure, Harper’s BAZAAR, The Hollywood Reporter, and has appeared on the 'Today' show, Freeform, and the BBC.

 

Krysten Garduno

Senior Director of RCM
Espire Dental

Krysten Garduno

Senior Director of RCM
Espire Dental

Krysten Garduno

Senior Director of RCM
Espire Dental
 

Emily Fernandez

Co-Founder & VP, Operations
Evolve Med Spa

Emily Fernandez

Co-Founder & VP, Operations
Evolve Med Spa

Emily Fernandez

Co-Founder & VP, Operations
Evolve Med Spa
 

Melissa Rogne

Founder & President
Chapter Aesthetics Studio

Melissa Rogne

Founder & President
Chapter Aesthetics Studio

Melissa Rogne

Founder & President
Chapter Aesthetics Studio
 

J.W. Oliver

Managing Partner
ZimWorX

J.W. Oliver

Managing Partner
ZimWorX

J.W. Oliver

Managing Partner
ZimWorX