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My Story
Faisal Ansari is a seasoned beauty industry leader with over two decades of international experience across retail, wholesale, manufacturing, and e-commerce.
Having held senior roles with global luxury giants such as Chanel, LVMH, Coty, Clarins, L’Oréal and The Body Shop, Faisal has led transformative growth strategies and brand expansions across diverse markets in 60+ countries and up to $200m+ P&L management).
An award-winning professional and Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management WA, he is also a member of the Australia Saudi Business Council. Faisal is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Luxury Strategy Consulting, advising brands on innovation, sustainability, and consumer engagement within the beauty and wellness sectors.
With a deep passion for high-quality, natural, and ethical products, Faisal brings unique insights into evolving skincare trends, consumer expectations, and the future of efficacy and transparency in beauty.
Faisal’s experience includes:
CEO - Sodashi Pty Ltd - Australia
Vice President - Clarins Groupe M.E Ltd, UAE
Brand Director – The Body Shop, KSA & North Africa
Commercial Division Manager - Chalhoub Group, UAE
Country Manager - Chanel Beauty, Bahrain
Service Manager - Woolworths Group Limited, Australia
Fellow Member - Australian Institute of Management, Australia
Member - Australia Saudi Business Council, Australia
Some of the Leading Brands I Have Driven
Chanel, Mont Blanc, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Dunhill, Reminiscence, Lanvin, Etro, Serge Lutens, S.T. Dupont, Paul Smith, Balmain, Banana Republic, Jimmy Choo, Repetto, Gap, Shanghai Tang, Karl Lagerfeld, Anna Sui, Bebe, Agent Provocateur, Esteban, Costume National, Carita, Decleor, By Terry, Talika, Lampe Berger, Ashleigh Burwood, Roos & Roos, Clarins, Thierry Mugler, Azzaro, Porsche Design, David Yurman, Swarovski, Ralph Lauren, Lanvin, S.T. Dupont, Helena Rubinstein, Cacharel, Carolina Herrera, Amouage, Coty Perfumes, Inter Parfum, Paloma Picasso, Caron, Stella Cadente, Sodashi, The Body Shop
How I Can Help
Strategic Solutions for Unrivalled Growth
Growth Strategy & Business Transformation
Operational & Financial Optimisation
"I'm driven by the simple yet profound idea of leveraging strengths.
Understanding what makes individuals tick and helping them unlock their full potential is where I thrive.
Having worked across diverse global business environments, I know that truly exceptional work comes from alignment. When we consciously align our individual and team strengths with the mission, we ignite genuine engagement and achieve results that resonate globally."
Market Penetration & Brand Expansion
Accelerated Leadership Mentoring
As an award-winning C-Suite Executive with a track record of transforming under-performing businesses, my approach to strategy is grounded in real-world, hands-on experience. I offer a personalised consulting partnership to ambitious brands seeking to drive exceptional sales and profit growth, even in challenging economic climates. My focus is on creating and implementing growth strategies that lead to major expansion.
I partner with C-Suite leaders to identify new avenues for revenue and market share. Drawing on my expertise across retail, wholesale, B2B, manufacturing, and e-commerce, I will develop a comprehensive strategy for your business. My past work includes leading a business expansion into a global royalties-based amenities program for luxury spas, 5-star hotels, and airlines.
Whether you are launching into a new country or revitalising an existing market, I have a proven history of success. I can help you define your brand strategy to maximise growth and equity. I've successfully launched brands in more than 60 countries and negotiated accounts in new markets.
A great strategy needs a solid foundation. My services include a deep dive into your operations to ensure maximum profitability. I am skilled in financial analysis and strategic decision-making to consistently meet and exceed stakeholder expectations. Past achievements include reducing inventory coverage from 5 months to 3 months and generating an additional US$4.5 million in turnover through promotional activities with aged stock.
Ready to turn your leadership potential into performance? From aspiring managers to seasoned executives, high-impact mentoring is the fastest route to meaningful results. Work with me to gain a confidential sounding board and a clear roadmap for tackling your toughest business challenges.
I offer a highly practical approach, equipping you with knowledge and insights that cut through the noise. My guidance is grounded in real-world experience, having successfully led teams and businesses of various sizes across global businesses.
Testimonials
“An incredible visionary and strategist.
A leader with the ability to ensure strong growth, collaborations, and expansion as well as pursue business opportunities and global transformation. A very good human who cares about the greater good for all. Could not recommend more highly. ”
Health & Lifestyle Educator, Founder Twenty8 Organic Skincare & Essential Oils, Author, Speaker, World Record Holder
“I have known Faisal for many years both in his current responsibilities and when he was VP of Clarins Group. He is an exceptional professional with strong business acumen, a combined strategic and hands-on capacity and a real commercial flair. Faisal has successfully developed Clarins in many markets and now manages a high-end skincare brand with utmost dedication and a wise use of resources avaulable.. I would highly recommend him for a leading position in the beauty, wellness and high-end consumer goods categories.
Founder of Palix Unlimited: Non-Executive Director, Strategic and M&A Advisor, Entrepreneur, Investor, Keynote Speaker. Previously CEO of Feelunique (sold to Sephora) and CEO of Clarins Fragrance Group (sold to l'Oreal).
“Faisal has operational growth and turn around successes and has delivered significant top & bottom line financial improvements. Dynamic and performance-driven leader with extensive experience in leading global organisations to implement successful operations and drive profitability while building highly motivated teams. ”
Chairman Board Of Directors
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