Earlier this week CEW UK celebrated its 25th anniversary at a reception hosted by Baroness Kate Rock at The House of Lords. In her opening speech, Baroness Rock congratulated CEW UK on reaching this impressive milestone, commenting that, “CEW is without doubt the voice of the UK Beauty Business.” Baroness Rock also commended CEW UK on their continued commitment to encouraging, educating and inspiring the younger generation, whose invaluable talent and skills are vital for the future of the beauty industry.

Caroline Neville, President of CEW UK, thanked Baroness Rock for hosting CEW at The House of Lords and for her continued support for the UK beauty industry. Caroline reflected that in their 25th anniversary year, the organization can look back on their achievements with pride and noted that “we continue to work closely with the British Government as partners and supporters” of us.

CEW UK Chairwoman, Vasiliki Petrou, revealed that “The beauty industry delivers £17 billion to the U.K. economy annually,” and confirmed beyond this, the industry contributes so much more in the fields of training, education and empowerment. Vasiliki praised CEW UK for nurturing an energized and empowered workforce comprised of female role models and powerful ambassadors, before restating CEW’s pre-eminent position as the voice of the U.K. beauty industry.