Charlotte Tilbury CBE

The world’s number one make-up artist, Charlotte Tilbury is internationally renowned for her entrepreneurial success and creative artistry. From painting the faces of catwalk models to fronting her own make-up brand, Charlotte has captured the industry with her expertise. Sharing how she went from a childhood passion to a global business mogul, Charlotte is highly sought after as an event speaker on the topics of entrepreneurship, growing a brand and effective leadership. With such a global reputation, Charlotte is guaranteed to be a positive influence on audiences seeking advice on succeeding professionally.

Best known for pioneering her self-titled brand, Charlotte founded Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Ltd in 2013, which has reached exponential success. Incorporating make-up products, such as pallets, skincare and tools, Charlotte offers professional standard luxury for an affordable price, with everyone from salons to the public using it. Having opened her flagship store in Covent Garden in 2015, Charlotte has since opened a further 10 stores around the world and is Selfridges’ biggest ever beauty product to launch in terms of sales. The products are now available in 14 countries and 76 online locations, a testament to Charlotte’s pioneering leadership. Within the past decade, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Ltd has won more than 300 awards, including CEW Best British Brand of the Year on four occasions.

Charlotte has had a passion for make-up as young as 13, leading her to pursue a career in the art, attending the Glauca Rossi School of Makeup for her training. Getting her start in the industry with Mary Greenwell as her mentor, Charlotte has gone on to pave an influential career creating looks for all four Fashion Weeks, being an artist for brands like Prada, Chloe and Tom Ford, she is the go-to make-up professional for the stars. Currently, Charlotte acts as a Contributing Beaty Editor for British Vogue, having had her work featured in every major beauty publication worldwide.

An evidently exceptional businesswoman, Charlotte has been recognised for her achievements with dozens of industry awards, including the NatWest Everywoman Award and an MBE from HRH The Queen in 2018. In 2016, Charlotte was awarded a CBE in the King's Birthday Honours. Being an expert in her field also ensures Charlotte is one of the most popular inspirational speakers to inspire audiences to reach their potential, and businesses to thrive through her proven strategies.