Ashley Akinola — Beauty Operator

Beauty Leadership

Building the
future of
inclusive beauty

Director of Growth at Victoria Beckham Beauty. Championing the brands and leaders redefining modern beauty — and building the community around them.

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Mission

"I believe the beauty industry becomes more powerful when diverse voices lead it — and my work exists to make that the standard, not the exception."

Ashley Akinola

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How we can collaborate

Brand Advisory

Strategic guidance for early-stage beauty brands navigating product positioning, inclusive marketing, and sustainable growth in a competitive market.

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Creative Strategy + Growth Consulting

Partnering with beauty businesses and media on growth strategy, creative direction, and building the frameworks that turn vision into measurable momentum.

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Speaking & Engagements

Booking Ashley to speak at your conference, panel, or corporate event on inclusive beauty, brand leadership, and the future of the industry.

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Community — Aura Beauty Collective

A space built for beauty leaders

Join a growing community of founders, operators, and creatives shaping the next chapter of the beauty industry. Honest conversations. Real insights. No noise.

Industry insights and trend analysis, delivered directly

Conversations with founders redefining modern beauty

Resources and tools for early-stage beauty brands

Exclusive access to events, workshops, and roundtables

Events

Gatherings & Conversations

Upcoming

TBC 2025

Aura Beauty Collective — Spring Salon

An intimate roundtable for beauty founders and operators. Location TBC.

Past Events

Nov 2024

Aura Beauty Collective — Launch Event

The inaugural gathering of the Aura Beauty Collective community. London.

Sep 2024

Beauty Leadership Roundtable

A curated discussion on inclusive growth strategies for beauty brands.

Jun 2024

The Future of Inclusive Beauty Panel

Panel discussion hosted in partnership with industry leaders. London.

Building the future of inclusive beauty