I'm Charlotte Farrar, a marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience shaping brand identities and driving growth across B2B and B2C markets. I specialize in building brand strategies, launching new products, guiding digital and offline campaigns, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. I have a track record of developing international programs for luxury fragrances, confectionery, and seafood, and I enjoy turning complex concepts into compelling stories that connect with customers and partners. Beyond marketing, I am passionate about sustainability and ocean preservation (including Pure Ocean Fund), and I thrive in collaborative environments with international stakeholders. I’m fluent in English and French and comfortable working across European markets, with additional experience in multilingual content creation, website development, events, and trade shows.

Charlotte Farrar

I'm Charlotte Farrar, a marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience shaping brand identities and driving growth across B2B and B2C markets. I specialize in building brand strategies, launching new products, guiding digital and offline campaigns, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. I have a track record of developing international programs for luxury fragrances, confectionery, and seafood, and I enjoy turning complex concepts into compelling stories that connect with customers and partners. Beyond marketing, I am passionate about sustainability and ocean preservation (including Pure Ocean Fund), and I thrive in collaborative environments with international stakeholders. I’m fluent in English and French and comfortable working across European markets, with additional experience in multilingual content creation, website development, events, and trade shows.

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I’m Charlotte Farrar, a marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience shaping brand identities and driving growth across B2B and B2C markets. I specialize in building brand strategies, launching new products, guiding digital and offline campaigns, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. I have a track record of developing international programs for luxury fragrances, confectionery, and seafood, and I enjoy turning complex concepts into compelling stories that connect with customers and partners.

Beyond marketing, I am passionate about sustainability and ocean preservation (including Pure Ocean Fund), and I thrive in collaborative environments with international stakeholders. I’m fluent in English and French and comfortable working across European markets, with additional experience in multilingual content creation, website development, events, and trade shows.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Marketing & Communications Manager at Marseille Seafoodia
July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2022
Created and led the marketing & communications department, implementing brand and digital strategy to support international sales. Provided marketing support for sales and purchasing teams (international trade shows, POS materials, brochures, digital tools). Collaborated with management on strategic initiatives, including the Pure Ocean Fund for ocean preservation.
Marketing Consultant at Aix-en-Provence
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Provided marketing consulting for companies in the food industry (market research, new product development, branding, etc.).
Marketing & Communications Manager at Confiserie du Roy René
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Created marketing department & annual marketing plan. Developed a visitors’ centre with Calisson workshops, a museum and boutique (opened in 2013 with up to 80,000 visitors/year).
Communications Consultant at RC Conseil
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Independent consultant for luxury fragrance/cosmetics industry (Bvlgari, Jean Paul Gaultier, Mugler). Focus on international marketing, communications & business development.
Global Marketing Director at Chloé Parfums (Coty Prestige)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Elaboration of a 3-year strategic plan and management of a marketing budget (~€2M). Launched limited editions and Eau de Toilette for Chloé; developed the Love Chloé line (launched in 2010) in collaboration with the Licensor.
International Marketing Manager at Chopard Parfums
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
Led a 5-year marketing plan aligned with the mother brand; orchestrated successful international launch of the female fragrance ‘Happy Spirit’ (2007) with CA around $15M; managed marketing/promotion budgets.
Senior Brand Manager – New Business at Chopard Parfums
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005
Repositioned Chopard Parfums internationally toward a more selective image, resulting in a turnover increase of ~20% over 3 years.
Brand Manager at Isabella Rossellini Parfums
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002
Created a new fragrance brand (brand identity, logo) and launched the first fragrance line ‘Manifesto’.
Brand Manager at Waterford Wedgwood (Paris)
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1998
Elaborated and implemented the European marketing plan for Wedgwood & Peter Rabbit brands within a luxury tableware group ( turnover €400M, 4000 employees ).

Education

BA (Honours) in International Marketing & Languages at L’ESSCA Angers, France
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1991

Qualifications

Management (CRECI)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Professional Coach
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Web-marketing
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment