Join us virtually September 20 – 21, 2023 12:00 pm - 5:15 pm ET daily

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Get the latest, essential cosmetic regulation MoCRA updates directly from FDA.  Join us and learn from the FDA and industry experts on how you can maintain a safe, compliant, and successful cosmetics business. Don’t miss it!

 

IBA has provided cutting-edge information and updates through the FDA Cosmetics Regulation Workshop for 40 years. This is a ‘must-attend’ for anyone responsible for developing, testing, and marketing beauty, personal care, and wellness products in the United States. Government officials and industry experts offer information directly to beauty companies to help comply with regulations.

This two-day virtual event features expert speakers including a keynote presentation from FDA’s Director of the Office of Cosmetics and Colors, Dr. Linda Katz, and a fireside chat with FDA Chief Scientist, Dr. Namandjé Bumpus. Join us for practical updates on the cosmetic and personal care products industry’s latest issues including a second day devoted to unpacking US FDA MoCRA Implementation, from ‘Unpacking Common Misconceptions & Speculation,’ to ‘Cosmetic Adverse Event Reporting,’ and ‘International Brands and Manufacturer Obligations & US Businesses Working with International Manufacturers.

All content will be available to registered attendees on-demand after the event.

Pricing 

 Early Bird

Until Aug 18

Regular Bird

After Aug 18

IBA Members$250$325
Non-Members$495$650

 

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Agenda

  • Day One | September 20
    12-12:15 pm ET

    9-9:15 am PT

    OpeningDon Frey

    Elizabeth Corrigan

    12:15-1:15 pm ET

    9:15-10:15 am PT

    FDA Inspections – What to Expect From a Visit From the FDAMarti Myrick-Sullivan

    Moderator: Craig Weiss

    1:15 – 1:30 pm ET

    10:15-10:30 am PT

    BREAK

     

     
    1:30-2:30 pm ET

    10:30-11:30 am PT

    KEYNOTE: FDA Office of Colors and Cosmetics: MoCRA Implementation and Agency Priorities UpdatesDr. Linda Katz

    Moderator: Don Frey

     

    2:30-2:45 pm ET

    11:30- 11:45 am PT

    BREAKSponsored by Registrar Corp
    2:45-3:45 pm ET

    11:45 am- 12:45 pm PT

    U.S. FDA Regulation of Color Additives in Cosmetics

     

    Julie Barrows, Ph.D.

    Karen Yarussi-King

    3:45-4 pm ET

    12:45-1 pm PT

    BREAKSponsored by IRI-Sys
    4:00-5:00 pm ET

    1:00-2:00 pm PT

    Roundtable with FDA’s Chief Scientist

     

    Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

    Moderator: Don Frey

    5:00-5:15 pm ET

    2:00-2:15 pm PT

    Closing RemarksDon Frey

    Craig Weiss

    Karen Yarussi-King

  • Day Two | September 21
    12-12:15 pm ET

    9-9:15 am PT

    OpeningDon Frey
    12:15-1:15 pm ET

    9:15-10:15 am PT

    Myth Busting Misinformation on MoCRA: Unpacking Common Misconceptions & Speculation

     

    Karen Yarussi-King

    Katie Montgomery

    Moderator: Meredith Petillo

     

    1:15 – 1:30 pm ET

    10:15-10:30 am PT

    BREAKSponsored by NSF
    1:30-2:30 pm ET

    10:30-11:30 am PT

    MoCRA: Cosmetic Adverse Event Reporting Richard Kingston

    Moderator: Dan Kolhoff

    2:30-2:45 pm ET

    11:30- 11:45 am PT

    BREAKSponsored by SafetyCall
    2:45-3:45 pm ET

    11:45 am- 12:45 pm PT

    U.S. State Legislative and Regulatory Activity – Recently Enacted & Proposed Bills

     

    Liz Johnson

    Valerie George

    Moderator: Dan Kolhoff

     

    3:45-4 pm ET

    12:45-1 pm PT

    BREAK 
    4:00-5:00 pm ET

    1:00-2:00 pm PT

    MoCRA: Exploring the Relationship Between Brands and Contract Manufacturers

     

    Ronie Schmelz

    Dana Valencia

    Matt Stearn

    Moderator: Don Frey

    5:00-5:15 pm ET

    2:00-2:15 pm PT

    Closing RemarksDon Frey

    Craig Weiss

    Karen Yarussi-King

Special Thanks to this Event's Sponsors!

 

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Featured Speakers

Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

Chief Scientist

Office of the Chief Scientist, FDA

Dr. Namandjé Bumpus

Dr. Linda Katz, M.D., M.P.H.

Director

Office of Cosmetics & Colors, FDA

Dr. Linda Katz, M.D., M.P.H.

Julie Barrows , Ph.D

Marti Myrick-Sullivan

Branch Chief

FDA

Marti Myrick-Sullivan

Valerie George

President

Simply Formulas

Valerie George

Liz Johnson

Associate

Beveridge & Diamond

Liz Johnson

Richard Kingston

President, Regulatory and Scientifics Affairs and Co-Founder

SafetyCall

Richard Kingston

Katie Montgomery

VP Regulatory Affairs

Forma Brands

Katie Montgomery

Ronie Schmelz

Partner

K&L Gates LLP

Ronie Schmelz

Matt Stearn

Dana Valencia

Sr. Director, QC & Regulatory Affairs

Jones Road Beauty

Dana Valencia

Karen Yarussi-King

President

Global Regulatory Associates

Karen Yarussi-King