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KAREN LV MANN
University of Bristol (UK) Doctorat (PhD) in Chemistry English French Spanish German
INTERNATIONAL REGULATORY AFFAIRS SENIOR MANAGER Sectors: Cosmetics, Luxury Goods, Chemical
8 years : 8 years : International Regulatory Affairs & license acquisitions in close liaison with Marketing : Asia, Pacific, Africa, Middle East, External stakeholder interactions internationally: China, Middle East, EU Key Competencies : Fostering Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration Multicultural Mentoring of Senior Executives Pedagogy in Public Speaking
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2003 2011 L'ORAL SA (Paris, France) Regulatory Affairs for Research & Innovation Headquarters 20,3 billion euros turnover 27 global brands 130 countries Senior Zone Coordinator for Asia-Pacific, Africa, Middle East & solid experience in EU, USA Led 13 Zone Scientific & Regulatory Departments with 87 staff Brands: Giorgio Armani, YSL Beaut, Roger&Gallet, Krastase, Maybelline NY, The Body Shop
Led change in communication & management of Zone Regulatory Information. Defined and implemented the process plus internet site. Aligned direction, and fostered team collaboration on technical issues by selection/ set-up of a Joint Zone/ Innovation Management Committee. Developed, mentored & fostered team collaboration of Scientific Directions. Ensured continued influence of LOral. Designed Seminars & Training packages (eg, Crisis Management) expanded Worldwide (>150 people in 46 countries).
Influenced European cosmetic industry lobbying strategies for China, Korea, Japan & Middle East in collaboration with LVMH, Proctor & Gamble, Chanel, etc. - reduced barriers to trade; ensured continued market access.
1999 2003 L'ORAL Manufacturing (UK) Ltd, Wales, UK Good Manufacturing Practices Project Leader Ambre Solaire, Preservative & Microbiology Team Leader Led 3 Executive teams to set-up the first LOral Equipment Factory Quality validation system (400 staff, 150M units/yr). Led change improvement of best practices (40 people) +160%.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & INTERESTS
2011/2012 CELSA (University Paris-Sorbonne) - Fundamentals of Communication: Role, Tools & Strategy Coaching (MBTI / Enneagram: UFF - Mines ParisTech) Member of Tennis Club de Paris (competition level: singles & doubles) Royal School of Music Grade V Flute (solo & group)
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