WestCoastEdition & Personal Care Products
ACI’s 2ND ANNUAL LEGAL, REGULATORY, AND COMPLIANCE FORUM ON
COSMETICS
September 25–26, 2024 | Le Meridien Delfina, Santa Monica, CA
A comprehensive guide to the latest developments affecting articles intended for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance.
DISTINGUISHED CO-CHAIRS
Lynn R. Fiorentino Partner ArentFox Schiff LLP
Mabel Yee Senior Director, Associate General Counsel Kendo Brands
Our prestigious faculty of leading in-house counsel and regulatory executives, cosmetic industry stakeholders, including premier law firm attorneys, government officials, and representatives from self-regulatory bodies will help you:
y Prepare for the next stages of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) implementation
y Analyze specific California and Washington laws and regulations governing cosmetics and personal care products
y Assess the latest developments in PFAS legislation and litigation
y Obtain insights into FTC and NAD Guidelines on Influencers, Consumer Reviews and Endorsements
y Comprehend West Coast product labelling, packaging, and recycling laws
y Navigate emerging trends in Clean Beauty and ESG Practices
y Address Beauty-Tech and related Consumer Privacy protection concerns in the digital era
y Understand global trade regulations and how to successfully introduce your products into a dynamic world marketplace
y Implement IP protections and anti-counterfeiting strategies to safeguard your brand
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INSIGHTS FROM LEADING INDUSTRY STAKEHOLDERS
• FTC
• NAD
• KENDO BRANDS
• THE HONEST COMPANY
• HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA
• SUPERGOOP!
WORKSHOPS
B A C
MoCRA Compliance Workshop: A Hands-On Guide to Navigating the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022
Strategies and Best Practices for Solid Claims Substantiation in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Working Group for Smaller Cosmetic Companies: Words of Wisdom from Seasoned industry Leaders on Navigating Legal and Regulatory Challenges in the Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Industries
ACI is excited to present the second edition of the West Coast Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Forum on Cosmetics and Personal Care Products this fall,
American Conference Institute (ACI) is pleased to return to the West Coast this fall for the second iteration of our West Coast Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Forum on Cosmetics and Personal Care Products. Following up on last year’s successful event, this conference will offer a comprehensive exploration of the current national legal and regulatory landscape impacting the cosmetics and personal care industries with a particular focus on West Coastspecific challenges, laws and regulations.
We invite you to join us for this timely event, where you will receive invaluable information and advice from esteemed government officials, consumer protection advocates, leading in-house counsel, and top law firm attorneys.
Your comprehensive guide to West Coast-specific laws and regulations, addressing the most pressing challenges all in one place.
Attend and participate in an extensive deep-dive into West Coast state-specific laws and regulations, with a spotlight on California and Washington — the trailblazers in cosmetic legislation and regulation. Our faculty will delve into critical topics such as packaging and recycling, PFAS compliance, and managing contaminants such as benzene and asbestos. Additionally, we will highlight emerging trends in clean beauty and ESG practices, offering strategies to align with consumer demands for safer more sustainable products.
Take advantage of our special in-depth Workshops
As an added benefit to your attendance, sign-up for our in-depth workshops offering deep dives and solutions for the second stage of MoCRA implementation, Claims Substantiation Challenges, as well as in-depth working group specifically designed to meet the legal and regulatory challenges of smaller companies.
Attend and stay abreast of National Industry Trends and Concerns
We will also offer sessions on national litigation trends, data privacy concerns, influencer marketing compliance, and global trade regulations. There will be special sessions on advanced strategies for intellectual property protections and anti-counterfeiting measures.
Our West Coast forum is the ideal platform to connect with industry stakeholders learn how to stay compliant in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. Attend to develop best practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive innovation and growth in your company
If you’re looking to stay ahead of regulatory changes, improve your compliance practices, or explore new market opportunities, this conference is a must-attend.
Distinguished Faculty
CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS
Lynn R. Fiorentino Partner ArentFox Schiff LLP
Mabel Yee Senior Director, Associate General Counsel Kendo Brands
SPEAKERS
Qareena Ahsan Senior Director of Safety & Regulatory Maesa
Anthony J Anscombe Partner Steptoe LLP
Lauren Aronson Partner Amin Wasserman Gurnani LLP
Ann Begley Attorney Wiley Rein LLP
Claire Bing Founder Confiance Cosmetic Group LLC
Faye Chen Barnouw Assistant Director, Western Region Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Cyndie M. Chang Partner Duane Morris LLP
Mishel Chusid Founder Compliance Regulators
John W.M. Claud Counsel Hyman, Phelps & McNamara P.C
Rachel Ehlers Partner Baker & McKenzie LLP
Sara Farahmand Director, Toxicology, Product Safety and Regulatory The Honest Company
John Fuson Partner Kleinfeld, Kaplan & Becker LLP
Jon Gawlak Technical Manager SGS
Laura Gomez JD, LL.B. Partner Gowling WLG
Emily K (White) Gordon Counsel, Litigation & Global Product Regulatory The Estée Lauder Companies
Yi Huang Counsel Crowell & Moring LLP
Claire Hughes Corporate Counsel Integra Beauty
Marylauren Ilagan Senior Counsel & Head of IP Olaplex, Inc
Marietta Jo General Counsel Supergoop!
Kristine Kruger Partner Perkins Coie LLP
Amy Lally Partner Sidley Austin LLP
Lauri Mazzuchetti Partner Kelley Drye & Warren
Katlin McKelvie Partner Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Jolly Northrop Of Counsel Holland & Hart LLP
Helen Ogunyanwo Partner
Crowell & Moring LLP
Nikita Patel General Counsel FutureWise, Julie, Starface & Blip
Rebecca Pelayo Director, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Sun Bum
Ellen Robbins Partner Akerman LLP
Jennifer Santos Attorney National Advertising Division (NAD)
Kiri Lee Sharon Partner Foley & Lardner LLP
Greg Sperla Partner DLA Piper LLP (US)
Allyn L. Stern Principal Beveridge & Diamond PC
Cynthia Stroman Partner King & Spalding LLP
Paul Sumbi Assistant Center Director Customs and Border Protection
Suzie Trigg Partner Haynes Boone
Vipashi Trivedi-Sheth Director of Quality/Regulatory Haus Labs by Lady Gaga
Will Wagner Shareholder Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Pre-Conference Workshops
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
9:00-12:30 Registration to begin at 8:30 (Break at 10:30-11:00)
Workshop A MoCRA
Compliance Workshop
:
A Hands-On Guide to Navigating the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022
Following the enactment of MoCRA in December 2022, the FDA issued a series of guidelines, prompting the industry to prepare for extended implementation deadlines spanning from December 2023 to December 2024. These new federal standards are reshaping longstanding protocols for adverse event reporting, products and facilities listing, recordkeeping, recalls, safety substantiation, testing methods, GMPs, and more. Our workshop leaders will explore what the industry has accomplished so far in meeting the most recent deadlines as well as anticipated challenges to what is currently looming. They will also provide guidance on the necessary steps the industry must take to be compliant with the new framework. Points of discussion will include:
• Examining the transformative impact of MoCRA on FDA regulations for cosmetics
• Analyzing the latest MoCRA guidance and expected next steps from the FDA
» Reviewing the current guidance on product and facility registration
» Understanding standardized testing
» GMPs regulations
• Developing a comprehensive action plan to meet the latest provisions of MoCRA
Ann Begley Attorney Wiley Rein LLP
• Identifying and procuring the necessary resources needed to implement the next phase of MoCRA requirements
• Assessing and minimizing the risk of litigation and consumer claims based on the new FDA requirements
Review and assessment of forthcoming FDA activity:
• Expected FDA regulations on fragrance allergens labelling for June 29, 2024
• Facility registration and product listing enforcement deadlines of July 1, 2024
Ensuring proper claim substantiation for cosmetic or personal care products is a nuanced and collaborative effort, involving various departments within the company. Despite thorough and carefully conducted studies, claims and their proofs may still undergo scrutiny from regulators, and increasingly, from the plaintiff’s bar. This working group will provide you with the essential knowledge required to substantiate claims with solid scientific evidence, thus, helping your company to stay compliant, avoid litigation, and foster consumer trust.
Points of discussion will include:
• Examining the types of scientific evidence required to substantiate claims in the beauty and wellness sector
• Ensuring that your marketing materials across various media platforms are properly substantiated by clinical studies
• Gaining insights into testing requirements when a cosmetic product is classified as an over-the-counter drug
• Uncovering implied claims and the hidden dangers associated with these
• Accurately assessing and interpreting clinical data to determine its applicability to your product claims
• Analyzing key trends and concerns for products making ‘clean’, ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ claims
• Assessing what the FTC is looking for when studies are evaluated for claim substantiation
» Population and participants
» Data and outcomes measured
» Ingredient dose and formulation
Mishel Chusid Founder Compliance Regulators
Qareena Ahsan Senior Director of Safety & Regulatory Maesa
• Examining recent FTC enforcement actions and understanding the implications when clinical studies fail to support claims
• A look at FTC’s 2022 Health Products Compliance Guidance, providing comprehensive insight into the specific evidence needed to support health-related product claims
• Determining the type of testing necessary to obtain clearance to market your product in
» US
» Canada
» EU
» UK
» China, and other Asian markets
8:15
8:30 MoCRA Chapter 2: Navigating the Wave of New Guidances and Executing Practical Next Steps
With the FDA currently focused on implementing the next phase of MoCRA, we’ve witnessed the release of several guidance documents and an influx of information regarding the registration and listing of cosmetic products and facilities. This session will provide practical information for executing current guidance requirements and devising strategies for the anticipated next wave of MoCRA guidances.
• Examining proposed standardized testing methods for asbestos detection in talc-containing cosmetic products by December 29, 2023
• Anticipating new requirements for cosmetics Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations, expected by December 29, 2024
• Predicting the content of the PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) risk report for cosmetic products, scheduled for completion by December 29, 2025
9:30 Navigating the Waters of the West: Spotlight on California and Washington State Legislative and Regulatory Activity Impacting Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
At the forefront of cosmetics laws and regulations sits California’s pioneering initiatives and Washington State’s recent legislative strides. As California continues to set the standard for cosmetics and consumer product safety, Washington State continues to take steps forward. Additionally, Colorado and Oregon are also setting noteworthy examples in the cosmetics and personal care space nationwide.
Focus on California:
• Examining the current status and evolution of California’s Safe Cosmetics Program and compliance with its reporting requirements
• Understanding the role of California’s Safe Cosmetics Act in influencing new related legislation, including:
» California’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act, with a focus on recent Assembly Bill 496, banning an extra 26 ingredients for use in fragrances and cosmetics
» California Cosmetic Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2020
» California PFAS-Free Cosmetic Act
» California’s SB-54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, with respect to the Extended Producer Responsibility
» California’s Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA), protecting consumers against false advertising
» California’s proposed AB 2491 bill, looking to ban the sale of over-the-counter skin care products or cosmetic products to children under the age of 13
» California’s Child Content Creator Rights Act, under Senate Bill 764, which protects child influencers from financial exploitation
Focus on Washington State:
• Examining how Washington State is advancing sustainable and eco-conscious standards within the cosmetics and personal care industries via the 2023 Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (HB 1047)
• Analyzing Washington’s House Bill 1097 concerning the sale of cosmetics tested on animals
Colorado and Oregon:
• A look at Colorado’s Senate Bill 81, prohibiting PFAS chemicals and Oregon’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act
Lynn R. Fiorentino Partner ArentFox Schiff LLP
Mabel Yee Senior Director, Associate General Counsel Kendo Brands
Jon Gawlak
10:15
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
10:45 Cosmetic Packaging and Labeling Standards: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Compliance on the West Coast
Join us for an engaging panel session as we delve into the intricate landscape of cosmetic packaging and labeling standards on the West Coast. With packaging and recycling initiatives gaining momentum across multiple states, California stands at the forefront, and Washington State now a close second, leading the charge with its stringent regulations on recyclability.
We’ll explore strategies for meeting compliance deadlines, managing costs, and staying ahead of regulatory changes, ensuring your company remains competitive in the dynamic cosmetics market.
John Fuson Partner Kleinfeld, Kaplan & Becker LLP
Greg Sperla Partner DLA Piper LLP (US)
• Analyzing The Sherman Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Law, with respect to the packaging and labelling regulation of cosmetics
• Understanding the impact of California’s SB-54 and its extended producer responsibility provision on cosmetics’ packaging
• Reviewing The California Consumers Legal Remedies Act in ensuring companies do not engage in false and deceptive advertising on labels
• Exploring Washington’s SB 5022 bill, requiring plastic packaging producers to meet minimum recycled content
11:45 Decoding State and Federal PFAS Legislation and Regulation: Your Essential Handbook for Compliance and Risk Mitigation Strategies
With increasing regulatory pressure on the federal and state level, and pending FDA evaluation of PFAS safety in cosmetics, manufacturers are facing intensified scrutiny in this area. To help you overcome this, our panel will equip you with the tools and resources you need for PFAS compliance and risk mitigation. Join us as we examine current PFAS legislation, testing methods, and proactive measures to uphold product integrity and consumer confidence.
• Examining current state legislation, banning, or restricting the use of PFAS:
» California’s PFAS-Free Beauty Act of 2022 (AB 2771) and The Toxic-Free Cosmetic Act of 2020 (AB 2762)
Ellen Robbins Partner Akerman LLP
Cynthia Stroman Partner King & Spalding LLP
» Colorado’s Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Chemicals Consumer Protection Act of 2022 (HB 22-1345)
» Maine’s Act to Stop PFAS Pollution
» Oregon’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act of 2023 (SB 546) and Washington’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act of 2023 (SHB 1047)
• Managing inconsistencies across state PFAS testing standards, compliance deadlines, and the repercussions of non-compliance
• Developing a remedial action plan and strategy for instances where PFAS is detected in your products
• Grasping the concept of ‘unintentional PFAS’ and exploring risks posed to your brand by third-party manufacturing and testing methods
• Exploring the latest federal activity concerning PFAS chemicals, including recent EPA rules
• Anticipating how the FDA’s findings will play into state and federal PFAS activity in the cosmetics space
12:30 Networking Lunch
1:45
Addressing
Risks Associated with Other Contaminants: Benzene, TiO2, Formaldehyde and More
During this session, we’ll delve into the latest legal and regulatory updates concerning contaminants such as benzene, titanium dioxide (TiO2), formaldehyde, lead, and asbestos in cosmetics and personal care products.
• Examining recent recalls of cosmetics and personal care products contaminated with benzene and considering their potential industry-wide implications for the future
• Assessing risks and regulatory responses for asbestos found in talc-based cosmetics
» Investigating the new authorities granted to the FDA under the MoCRA to address asbestos exposure risks from cosmetics
• Highlighting Washington States’ imposed lead limits, under the ‘Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act’
Suzie Trigg Partner
Haynes Boone
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
2:15 Navigating Clean Beauty Trends and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Practices in the Cosmetics Industry
Join us for a timely discussion into the future of clean beauty and the integration of ESG principles in the cosmetics industry. Our panelists will explore the evolving landscape of clean beauty trends and regulations, offering valuable legal, regulatory, and business insights and strategies for companies aiming to align with consumer demands for safer, more sustainable products. Key topics of discussion include:
• Understanding the evolving concept and “blurred” definition of clean beauty and its significance for both industry stakeholders and consumers
• Comprehending the relationship between clean beauty and ESG principles
Sara Farahmand Director, Toxicology, Product Safety and Regulatory The Honest Company
Mabel Yee
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel Kendo Brands
• Striving for sustainability, safety and environmental responsibility in cosmetics formulation and manufacturing, whilst maintaining product efficacy
• Regulatory landscape and developing accurate product labeling strategies to substantiate ‘clean’ claims, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Predicting the future of clean beauty, and factoring in key considerations for our consumers
3:15 Networking Break and Speaker Lounge
3:30 Crafting Your Safety Blueprint for Adverse Events and Recalls under MoCRA
This panel session offers a strategic blueprint for crafting a robust safety plan tailored to MoCRA requirements, ensuring proactive compliance and effective crisis management. We will delve into the critical aspects of adverse events reporting and recalls within this legal and regulatory framework and equip you with the tools and knowledge to respond effectively. Points of discussion include:
• Understanding FDA’s authority for recalls and adverse event reporting concerning cosmetics and personal care products under MoCRA
• Developing best practices to design and implement an FDA-mandated recall
• Examining the circumstances under which a voluntary recall is warranted
• Outlining the nature of recalls and appropriate corrective action
• Implementing crisis management protocols for swift and decisive action
• Understanding what standard operating procedures are now required under MoCRA
Claire Bing Founder Confiance Cosmetic Group LLC
Helen Ogunyanwo Partner Crowell & Moring LLP
John W.M. Claud Counsel Hyman, Phelps & McNamara P.C
4:15 In-House Counsel and Regulatory Affairs ROUNDTABLE: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Challenges and Harmonizing In-House and External Legal Expertise
In this session, we encourage both panelists and audience members to openly discuss the significant challenges currently facing the industry, while also seeking collaborative solutions and insights on how best to address them. Our aim is to cultivate an atmosphere of constructive dialogue, where together, we can pinpoint effective strategies to overcome these challenges and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of consumer preferences.
The panel will also explore the importance of harmonizing in-house and external legal expertise amidst increasing legal and regulatory scrutiny and impending FDA deadlines. We’ll hear more on:
• Strategies for cross-department collaboration to achieve compliance goals
• Optimizing engagement between regulatory affairs functions in smaller companies and external counsel
• Understanding mutual expectations for an ideal collaborative environment
• Challenges with MoCRA Implementation
• Addressing PFAS and other contaminants in cosmetic products
• Advertising compliance in the digital age
• Ensuring supply chain diversification
5:00 Closing Remarks and Recap of Day One
Marietta Jo General Counsel Supergoop!
Nikita Patel General Counsel
FutureWise, Julie, Starface & Blip
Rebecca Pelayo Director, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Sun Bum
Day
7:30 Continental Networking Breakfast and Registration
8:30 Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs
Lynn
R. Fiorentino
Partner ArentFox Schiff LLP
8:45
Mabel Yee Senior Director, Associate General Counsel Kendo Brands
Navigating Current Litigation Impacting the Cosmetics and Personal Care Industries
As consumers advocate for heightened ingredient safety standards and truthful advertising in the cosmetics industry, class-action litigation has surged, notably concerning contaminants like benzene, TiO2, talc, and formaldehyde. Additionally, disputes over marketing claims such as ‘clean’ or ‘organic,’ as well as the utilization of consumer data in personalized online beauty tools, have fueled new legal scrutiny. Join us as we examine recent prominent cases and provide valuable insights and strategies to equip your company in preemptively addressing potential class-action scenarios.
• Analyzing recent Prop 65 and PFAS enforcement and litigation in California
Anthony J Anscombe Partner
Steptoe LLP
• Examining the latest class action lawsuits pertaining to product performance, deceptive advertising, and mislabeling
• Investigating related litigation surrounding the presence of potentially hazardous chemicals and contaminants
• Evaluating the resurgence of the pre-emption defense and potential new interpretations under MoCRA
• Assessing the rise of data privacy litigation, particularly under California’s Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act
9:30 Insights into FTC and NAD Guidelines on Influencers, Consumer Reviews, and Endorsements
Join us for a pivotal panel discussion delving into the latest FTC guidelines concerning influencer marketing, consumer reviews, and endorsements. Discover NAD’s best practices and guidelines and learn how to navigate marketing pitfalls effectively to ensure compliance.
• Exploring the impact, scope, and potential risks associated with influencers in endorsing beauty and personal care products, including the emergence of “AI” influencers adopted by brands
» Understanding current FTC and NAD guidelines and how to ensure compliance
» Reviewing FTC’s recent proposed rule ‘Trade Regulation Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials’, banning fake reviews and testimonials and the ‘Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees’
» Highlighting FTC’s newly revised Endorsement Guides
• Analyzing examples of litigation resulting from deceptive reviews and endorsements
• Identifying the evidence required to substantiate claims for cosmetics products
10:30
Morning Networking Break
Lauren Aronson Partner
Amin Wasserman Gurnani LLP
Faye Chen Barnouw
Assistant Director, Western Region Federal Trade Commission
Jennifer Santos
Attorney
National Advertising Division (NAD)
11:00
Mitigating the Risk and Perils of the New Beauty Tech Frontier: Protecting Consumer Privacy in a Digital Era
In an era dominated by emerging technologies like AI/AR-enabled applications that demand intricate personal data, the need for stringent data control is paramount. Legislators are responding to this demand, prompting businesses to heighten their data protection measures.
• Reviewing current and proposed data privacy legislation, impacting the cosmetics and personal care industries:
» The ‘California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA)’ and the latest wave of litigation surrounding pen register and trap and trace claims
» The ‘California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA’)
» Washington’s ‘My Health My Data Act’ and the concerns on its broad definitions on ‘sensitive health data’
» Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act’ (BIPA)
» The recently proposed federal bill ‘The American Privacy Rights Act of 2024’ (APRA)
• Pinpointing the privacy and ethical considerations linked with biometric technologies and virtual try-on tools
• Striking the balance between providing personalized beauty tools requiring consumer data and ensuring compliance with both national and global privacy regulations
12:00 Networking Lunch
Wade Ackerman Partner
Covington & Burling LLP
Rachel Ehlers Partner Baker & McKenzie LLP
Amy Lally Partner Sidley Austin LLP
Lauri Mazzuchetti Partner
Kelley Drye & Warren
1:00 Industry Think Tank for Global Success: Winning Strategies of Successfully Introducing Your Products into a Dynamic World Marketplace
From trade developments to newly proposed sanctions and supply chain challenges, our panel will provide valuable insights and guidance to help your company navigate the intricacies of global commerce and operations. Key discussion topics include:
• Overview of CSAR (compared to the old regulation) as well as the latest development (NMPA Circular No. 50) regarding the safety assessment requirement as well as the extension of deadline.
• Reviewing recent regulatory updates in Canada, including labeling requirements, allergen updates, and recyclability initiatives
» Commercializing your products in Canada
» Restrictions of import of ingredients
• Learning more about the logistics process/admissibility of the products and CBP’s collaboration with Partner Government Agencies like the FDA
Elika Eftekhari General Counsel Persica Skincare
Laura Gomez JD, LL.B. Partner Gowling WLG
Paul Sumbi Assistant Center Director Customs and Border Protection
1:45
Shielding Your Beauty Empire: Advanced Strategies for IP Protections and Anti-Counterfeiting
Implementing a proactive online brand protection strategy is imperative for companies facing the threat of counterfeit items being sold online or imported. Continuous vigilance in detecting and removing brand infringements and counterfeit goods is crucial. The stakes are high, encompassing potential revenue loss, erosion of consumer confidence, and even risks to consumer health.
• Examining comprehensive IP tactics, from trademarks and copyrights to trade secrets and customs registration for safeguarding against counterfeit products
» Considering the use of high-tech features than can distinguish real products from fake, such as microscopic dots, QR codes or holographic stickers on packaging
» Reviewing the role of AI and how this is impacting IP rights
• Establishing a worldwide, reliable, and secure supply chain with suppliers and distributors, supported by robust contracts and non-disclosure agreements
Jolly Northrop Of Counsel Holland & Hart LLP
Kiri Lee Sharon Partner Foley & Lardner LLP
Marylauren Ilagan Senior Counsel & Head of IP Olaplex, Inc
• Analyzing the role of enforcement agencies in preventing counterfeiting and infringing activities
2:30 Co-Chairs Closing Remarks and Recap of Day Two Conference Adjourns
Post-Conference Workshops
Thursday, September 26, 2024
2:40-5:00 (30 mins break included)
Workshop C Working Group for Smaller Cosmetic Companies: Words of Wisdom from Seasoned industry Leaders on Navigating Legal and Regulatory Challenges in the Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Industries
In the competitive landscape of cosmetics and personal care products, small companies often face unique challenges in navigating legal and regulatory hurdles. In this workshop, seasoned industry leaders from larger companies will offer invaluable insights and advice to smaller businesses, providing a roadmap for success.
Drawing from their wealth of experience, they will share provide practical strategies and insights on how to anticipate and address legal and regulatory challenges from the outset. From understanding compliance requirements to establishing effective internal processes, you will gain actionable guidance on how to safeguard your business and products. Key discussion topics include:
• Looking out for the early warning signs and recognizing common legal and regulatory pitfalls
» Learning to anticipate regulatory changes and market trends to stay ahead of the curve
• Identifying practical steps for small companies to prepare for regulatory compliance from the outset
Vipashi Trivedi-Sheth Director of Quality/Regulatory Haus Labs by Lady Gaga
Cyndie M. Chang Partner Duane Morris LLP
Emily K (White) Gordon Counsel, Litigation & Global Product Regulatory The Estée Lauder Companies
• Establishing robust quality control measures and documentation processes to ensure product safety and efficacy
• Understanding the importance of cross-departmental collaboration in achieving compliance
• Reviewing strategies for fostering communication and collaboration between legal, regulatory, and product development teams
• Extracting valuable lessons and insights from industry experiences to inform decision-making and risk mitigation strategies
Whether you’re a startup or a growing company, this workshop offers practical advice and actionable strategies to help you navigate the complex legal and regulatory landscape of the cosmetics and personal care products industries and help you thrive in a competitive market.
5:00 Workshop Ends
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