From the beginning, I knew the Caribbean beauty industry deserved more global visibility, stronger business opportunities, and a platform that extended beyond a once-a-year event.

After years of working within retail, brand development, business strategy, and relationship-building, I saw firsthand how many Caribbean brands possessed the creativity, quality, and cultural richness to compete internationally — yet often lacked access to the networks, partnerships, and commercial opportunities needed to grow beyond regional borders.

That realization became the foundation for the Caribbean Beauty Summit.

What started as a vision for a summit quickly evolved into something much bigger: a year-round platform designed to connect Caribbean beauty brands with international buyers, distributors, retailers, investors, tourism organizations, and strategic partners who believe in the potential of the region.

My goal has never been simply to host an event. It has always been to help create sustainable pathways for Caribbean brands to expand globally, build meaningful partnerships, and position themselves competitively within the international beauty industry.

I also believe deeply in the power of the Caribbean diaspora. Across the world, there are Caribbean professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders who still feel connected to the region and want to contribute to its growth. CBS was created not only to spotlight Caribbean beauty, but also to help strengthen those global connections and create opportunities for collaboration, investment, mentorship, and long-term industry development.

At its core, CBS is about visibility, access, partnership, and possibility.

I am proud to continue building a platform that celebrates Caribbean innovation while creating real business opportunities that can help shape the future of the region’s beauty industry on a global scale.

Wendy Dottin
Founder, Caribbean Beauty Summit (CBS)