Online event
Innovation, growth, and building an international ethical business: Insights from Evolve Beauty’s founder
Thursday 26 February at 11:00AM
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Hear from Laura Rudoe, founder of Evolve Beauty on her entrepreneurial journey, from launching an ethical beauty brand during the financial crisis to scaling her business internationally.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the principles and challenges of building an ethical brand
- Explore leadership development and organisational growth in entrepreneurship
- Discover innovative approaches to product development and international expansion
Description
Discover how Laura’s commitment to values-driven leadership and ethical business practices shaped Evolve’s growth, and learn practical strategies for embedding trust, transparency, and kindness into your own organisation.
The conversation will explore leadership development, team building, and the challenges of managing rapid expansion, offering insights into fostering autonomy and collaboration.
Laura will also discuss innovative approaches to product development, leveraging customer insights and lean principles to drive market fit and innovation.
Gain valuable perspectives on international growth, including the role of Department for Business and Trade (DBT) support, distributor relationships, and future business planning.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned leader, this webinar promises actionable advice and inspiration for building a purpose-driven business.
Speakers
Laura Rudoe
Founder, Evolve Beauty
Laura Rudoe, Founder of Evolve, launched the brand in 2009 to make healthy, sustainable living easy. Passionate about natural beauty, she personally researches every ingredient and creates essential oil blends. In 2014, Laura opened Evolve’s own studio to handcraft products in small batches, ensuring quality and freshness. Today, Evolve has a team of over 20 artisans dedicated to making products with care.