Keynote SpeakersJo Malone CBE has been described as an ‘English scent maverick‘ and the woman responsible for creating some of the world’s most-loved fragrances.
Initially a facial therapist, Jo fell in love with fragrance whilst working from the discreet skin care clinic she set up in her London home.
Discovering an instinctual talent for creating scented products by hand in her kitchen, word of her exceptional potions quickly spread, and soon Jo could not keep up with demand.
From these artisan beginnings, Jo launched her first brand, Jo Malone London, which gained cult status worldwide.
In 1999, Jo sold the business to Estée Lauder Companies and remained Creative Director until she left in 2006.
Two years later, in 2008, Jo was honoured with an MBE for her services to the beauty industry.
Aware that her passion for fragrance never left her, it was falling in love with cooking that inspired Jo to play with food, flavours, and colours that she had never used before. Being back in her kitchen, blending ingredients by hand and excited by the process, she soon realised that her instincts were prompting her to create fragrance, and she found herself asking, ‘Could I do it again?‘
Jo decided to follow her instincts and return to the beauty industry because she possessed an inherent entrepreneurial flair, a head full of ideas and the desire to build another business.
Jo Loves
In November 2011, five years after leaving Jo Malone London, she launched her new brand, Jo Loves, to global anticipation. In 2013, Jo opened the first Jo Loves store in Belgravia’s Elizabeth Street, where she coincidentally began her career as a sixteen-year-old florist. Bottling her undeniable desire to create beautiful and unexpected fragrances, pioneering new products, and entertaining experiences, Jo Loves embodies integrity, creativity, and innovation.
Jo was awarded a CBE in the June 2018 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for her services to the British Economy and the GREAT Britain campaign, promoting British creativity and industry internationally.
She also contributes to consumer publications and regular radio and TV appearances.
In 2016, Jo Malone published her award-winning autobiography “My Story”.
Jo Malone CBE – Guest Speaker
As a globally recognised business speaker, Jo’s presentations are relevant to any business, entrepreneur or audience looking to inspire change, evolution, culture and leadership.
Recognised for her industry and entrepreneurial expertise, Jo shares her knowledge and insights with audiences worldwide, highlighting her entrepreneurial journey and her intention to change how the world wears fragrances.
Jo Malone is available for fireside chats and Q&A-led speeches.
