We are delighted to be working with the Department of Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) to provide their trade ministers, and beauty and wellness brands with in-depth market related knowledge of the beauty and wellness industry in the UK.
Whilst the beauty industry is reported to be worth £27 billion in 2020 and is ranked the seventh largest cosmetic industry in the world, and there are numerous innovative Australian beauty brands, a lack of market knowledge, and connections, has prevented many of the brands from exporting into the UK and Europe.
To start the process, we will be designing an online webinar to share what is happening in the UK beauty sector, the trends that are driving growth, how the marketplace is segmented, who the key retailers are and how to ensure regulatory and compliance for the marketplace. We will then be designing a survey, to invite interested brands to participate, and to evaluate which brands are market ready to export. We be providing each brand with individual 1-to-1 feedback on whether they are market ready, and if they are not, our advice and support on what they need to do to become market ready.
For those brands that are market ready, we will be developing their go-to-market strategies and provide introductions to relevant retailers and distributors in the UK beauty sector. Having won a tender process on the strength of our expertise, we are very much looking forward to working with Devinka, her team and the brands to drive this project forward.
About the Department of Trade and Investment
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is the Queensland Government of Australia’s dedicated global business agency, helping Queensland exporters take their products to world markets and to promote Queensland as the perfect place for investment. TIQ has an extensive global network including an office in London, which has market coverage for the UK and Europe.
We love partnering up with award-winning beauty and wellness brands, well-established companies, retailers, investors, trade bodies to bring your ideas to life. With over 60 years combined experience in building brands we know what it takes.
As a beauty brand consultancy, we support you in taking your business to the next level through strategy, brand management, product development. Introducing our 3 C’s – we draw upon years of Clarity, Creativity, Commerciality to deliver your results. We design brand identities and visual elements, create products, develop go-to-market strategies to help you to engage with your ideal customers. We work with you to develop a comprehensive strategy for your business by understanding your vision (and the marketplace) and then delving into the details to create order and structure, neatly packaged up to deliver you commercial results.
We work with clients based in different corners of the world – from the UK, to Africa, Sri Lanka, Australia, the Middle East and across Europe. Over the years we have worked with a diverse portfolio of businesses – here’s a snapshot. If you would like to discuss your ideas with us, get in touch, we would love to hear from you.
‘As a Queensland-based company, we were determined to tap into the European market and establish a strong presence. From the very beginning, Bespoke Advantage demonstrated a deep understanding of our export goals and objectives. Their comprehensive knowledge of the European market, coupled with their extensive network of contacts, enabled them to connect us with key decision-makers and influential stakeholders in our target countries. Their strategic guidance and insights were invaluable in shaping our export strategy and positioning us for long-term success.’
‘With the assistance of TIQ, we engaged Bespoke Advantage to help us enter the highly competitive but lucrative UK market. During the last few months Janet and her team have worked diligently to introduce and expose Perfect Potion to buyers and retailers we would never have been able to reach being based in Australia.’
‘Janet has a wealth of experience across retail, buying and marketing. She conducted a full strategic review of our cross functional business and the travel retail market to develop a comprehensive buying and quality control strategy that was signed off at board level. I highly recommend her as an asset to any business.’
‘Through Janet’s management skills, expertise and proven track record on the job she successfully managed the purchasing of our retail operations and ensured the integrity of our brands in-stores. Her enthusiasm and total dedication, delivered results in any project she was involved in.’
‘Janet has excellent beauty market knowledge. Level headed with clear vision, direction and the ability to drive business forward, Janet led the teams through a complete product design change advising on what the key marketing messages should be, incorporating her technical knowledge and beauty expertise.’
‘Absolutely fantastic course. Condensed learning from Janet, an expert in developing beauty brands. Also, valuable introductions to expert professionals, in the Masterclass sessions. In 12 weeks, you will learn from Janet, what would take years to learn by yourself. A very worthwhile investment’