The Beauty Law Glow-Up

Host Kristen Ruisi talks to partner Becky Liebowitz about how beauty brands can build smarter trademark strategies, protect their product packaging and names, and navigate an increasingly complex global marketplace.

Host Claudia Lewis talks to partner Michael Joblove about how beauty and wellness companies can evaluate whether franchising makes sense, structure their systems thoughtfully, and avoid the disputes that can arise as a brand expands.

Host Kristen Ruisi talks to Martin Okner, CEO of Fromm International, and Venable partner Chuck Morton about what makes beauty brands attractive acquisition targets, what buyers are really looking for, and how founders can position themselves early for a successful transaction.

Host Claudia Lewis talks to partner Shahin Rothermel about how beauty brands can structure autorenewal programs more thoughtfully, reduce litigation exposure, and stay ahead of a fast-moving compliance landscape.

Host Kristen Ruisi talks to partner Kelly Bastide about how beauty brands can build scalable privacy programs, use consumer data responsibly, and navigate a rapidly changing regulatory landscape.

Host Claudia Lewis talks to Allison Levy, chief legal officer at Mary Kay, and partner Erin Maus about how beauty brands can think proactively about product safety, regulatory overlap, and crisis readiness before a problem becomes a full-blown event.

Host Kristen Ruisi talks to counsel Maria Sinatra about how beauty brands can protect their names, packaging, and overall look and feel, and when it makes sense to move from monitoring and takedowns to more aggressive enforcement.

Host Claudia Lewis speaks with partners Caitlin Blanche and Len Gordon about how beauty and wellness brands can navigate influencer marketing, AI-driven campaigns, and disclosure requirements while mitigating risk in an increasingly aggressive enforcement environment.