Cosmoprof 2017

INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM

WHO WE ARE COSMOPROF WORLDWIDE BOLOGNA Since 50 years, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is the leading 360° worldwide event for the professional beauty sector and an international platform for the cosmetics and wellness industry. Cosmoprof’s exhibition space covers the entire BolognaFiere exhibition centre and is dedicated to the various sectors of the beauty industry: Manufacturing and Raw Materials, Perfumery and Cosmetics, Natural Products, Packaging, Machinery, Contract, Beauty and Spa, Hair and Nails. Vast numbers of exhibitors, visitors and buyers from overseas are turning this event, year after year, into a proper international “hub” where professionals and decision makers meet to develop their business.

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna will take place from 16th to 20th March 2017:

Cosmopack from 16 to 19 March (Hall 15 - 15A - 18 - 20) Cosmoprime from 16 to 19 March (Hall 19) Cosmoprof from 17 to 20 March (All other Halls)

WHO WE ARE COSMOPACK Is the biggest and most international trade show devoted to the entire supply chain of the cosmetic industry, from raw materials to contract and private label manufacturers, from machinery to the packaging solutions for the cosmetics’ industry: •Raw Materials •Machinery & equipment automation solutions for the beauty industry •Contract & private label manufactures •Primary Packaging & Secondary Packaging •Services for the Cosmetic Industry •Testing/analytical services •Promotional material and products for point of sales Cosmopack is a brand of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna.

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INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM The International Buyer Program is a project addressed to the international beauty professionals that encourages the connection between supply and demand of the cosmetic industry. The program is a successful platform combining trade show and tailor-made B2b meetings for those companies who wish to expand their business worldwide.

“YOU MEET COSMOPROF” our matchmaking software is the not be missed support to organize concrete business opportunities thanks to a customized agenda of meetings pre-scheduled by cross-checking and matching business features and needs.

Target markets and key players are identified considering exhibitors’ needs from all represented sectors, market segments, product positioning and various distribution channels from professional to retail.

FACTS & FIGURES 2016

+9,000

N° of planned meetings

+900

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Albania, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chile,China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France , Gambia,, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland ,Israel, Italia, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Morocco, Mozambique, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia , Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, The Netherlands, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA

WHO CAN APPLY The purpose of the International Buyer Program is to give qualified industry buyers the opportunity to run business with worldwide suppliers exhibiting at Cosmoprof.

Our buyers are key Decision Makers, Influencers on buying decisions, Owners, CEOs, Directors.

WE ARE SCOUTING BUYERS:

Importer/Distributor/Wholesaler Distribution with/without stores On-line retailer/E-commerce Hair salon chain Spa & Health Clubs/Hotels/Resorts Medical Aesthetic center/Clinique Nail salons Beauty salon chain Boutique Retail chain/Department store Perfumery shop chain Finished Product Manufacturer Brand/Product develpment Agency

YOU ARE:

Packaging Designer/Developer Purchasing Manager R&D Manager Plant Manager/Operation Director/ Industrialization Manager Product development/Brand Manager Product Engineering Director Buyer of machinery and equipment for the cosmetics industry CEO/Owner Spa Director/Spa Manager Buyer Category Manager Marketing Manager Brand Manager Purchasing Manager Hotel Chain/Fitness centers Managers who want to include Beauty salon and Spa products/ Equipment/Furniture, hairstyle products /Perfumery & Cosmetic products in their hotels/hotel chains

TOP REASONS TO ATTEND 1.BE A VIP BUYER - Enjoy the VIP benefits of being a buyer: VIP PASS: earlier entrance and a fast lane to access Cosmoprof/Cosmopack EXHIBITORS’ PREVIEW: preferential access to the exhibitors list and on-line preview of exhibitors’ profile and products through our matchmaking software B2B MEETINGS: pre-scheduled appointments and agenda set up through our matchmaking software BUYERS’ LOUNGE: and related services (access by invitation only) WELCOME BAG: a selection of products offered by our exhibitors MEMBERSHIP: Cosmoprof/Cosmopack community, a network dedicated to the Beauty Industry NETWORKING EVENTS: invitation to attend collateral events taking place during show days SHOPPING CARD: special rates at ASCOM Bologna shops 2. YOU CHOOSE WHO YOU MEET AND RATE YOUR MEETINGS - Make the most of your time at the show by using our matchmaking appointment system: select the exhibitors in advance, ask for a meeting, fix your agenda and meet them onsite. Pre-arranged meetings will let you manage your time before the exhibition, learn more about the exhibitors and plan your visit.

3. IT’S FREE –Exhibitors and selected buyers will have the chance to join the International Buyer Program at no cost but what we expect is a professional approach, a strong commitment, the intent to turn meetings in a concrete business opportunity and not in a shaking hands moment.

4. A UNIQUE SHOWCASE - The best global suppliers, all under one roof, launch their novelties on occasion of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, the international hub where beauty takes shape. You will be overwhelmed by new trends, conferences, peer-to-peer networking, ideas exchange, knowhow contamination, best practices.

5. DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS - B2B meetings aim at maximizing return in terms of new business and trade connections. B2B meetings are a starting point for future partnerships and strategic contacts. B2B meetings let you experience brands, products as well as have conversation on hot topics and upcoming trends.

COSMOPROF ON THE ROAD INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY PROGRAM Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna in partnership with the Italian Ministry of Economic Development and the Italian Trade Agency launched a rich program of activities called “Cosmoprof On the Road - International Country Program”.

The Road Shows consolidate the international leadership of Cosmoprof’s network involving new key players and buyers. The project includes a specific media plan focused on selected international magazines and “on the road” events in the most important markets for the beauty sector. All events are organized in collaboration with Cosmetica Italia, the Italian Personal Care Association.