
Advisory Council
Industry Leaders Help Shape Our Curriculum
The role of our Advisory Council is vital in keeping our curriculum ahead of the curve. This exceptional group is composed of top professionals in the beauty industry and their commitment to FIDM is unwavering.
Jill Belasco
CEO, Soap & Water
Rose Fernandez**
CEO, Algenist
Neal Harris
President, Neal Harris Fragrances
Shawn Haynes
CEO, Palladio Beauty
Mark Knitowski
VP Product Innovation, Victoria’s Secret/BBW
Tennille Kopiasz
Chief Marketing Officer, Fresh
Indie Lee
CEO, Indie Lee
Victoria Maddocks
Sr. VP Creative, New Mountain Skincare
Miranda Pursche*
VP Retail Development, Christian Dior
Jill Tomandl
VP Product Development, Smashbox
Jane Wurwand
Founder, Dermalogica
Cheryl Yanotti-Foland
CEO, Lilah B
Jennifer Yen
Creator & Founder, Purlisse
Judy Zegareli
Founder, Cosmetic Group USA
* FIDM Alum
** FIDM Instructor