The Natural Products World Observatory is, first and foremost, a strategy and a concept
A territorial strategy which aims to reinforce economic dynamics through development of existing companies, while at the same time attracting new investors...
For a number of years, the Club des Entrepreneurs du Pays de Grasse has organized professional international congresses in Grasse, in cooperation with the local industries and authorities.
These congresses focus on the territory’s positioning and economic vision, expressed in "Grasse, French Riviera, Land of Naturals." They promote the use of natural ingredients in perfumery composition, cosmetics, well-being products, and food flavorings to the principals, the Brands.
Upcoming Congresses
CENTIFOLIA
2009 Congresses:
COSMETHICA: October, 13,14,15 2009
2008 Congresses:
The seventh edition of this international congress adressed some of the greatest challenges facing the industry today:
- How can we reassure and inform the ever-more enlightened and demanding consumer about the socially-responsible conduct of our companies and organizations?
- How can we have a positive impact on the world's common heritage while maintening our commercial appeal and competitive edge?
Highlights of the congress:
- Presentation of the CRS management system framework developed by a group of Grasse industry representatives, further to the Global Compact and other international management system frameworks
- Presentation of the NRSC by the founding president
- The resolution text
COSMETHICA: January 29,30,31, 2008
First international professional cosmetology congress in Grasse, with the objective of promoting the use of natural ingredients in cosmetics by integrating sustainable development measures into industrial practices.
In partnership with the S.F.C. (Société Française de Cosmétologie), the first edition will take place in January 2008. The Communauté d’Agglomération Pôle Azur Provence entrusted the overall organization of the entire conference to the Club des Entrepreneurs.
You will soon be able find all information on this congress on our websit: www.cosmethica-grasse.com.
2006 Congresses:
ISEO - International Symposium on Essential Oils
For more information, visit our website: www.iseo-grasse.com
CENTIFOLIA "le Naturel est un art" (“Natural is an art”)
This internationally-renowned congress brings together perfumery and raw material professionals every two years; it is the only international event which highlights and promotes the unique Grasse savoir-faire in perfumery. The Club is responsible for the overall organization of the congress.
The theme of this sixth edition, held October 25-27, 2006, was natural products and sustainable and equitable development, with guest of honor Dominique Conseil, CEO of the Aveda Company.
For information on this congress, visit our website: www.centifolia-grasse.net