Kelly Shenton MBA

World Record Holder. 🤗

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom

About

Skilled professional in the chemical sector, specialising in personal care, with a background in the wider life sciences. With a strong business management background along with leadership skills, I excel in driving growth, building lasting relationships, and delivering value through strategic business development, account management and leading teams. Committed to achieving long-term success for both clients and organisations. Member of the SCS (Society of Cosmetic Scientists) and their regional development group. Master of Business Management (MBA) from Staffordshire University (2013). SCS Diploma in Cosmetic Science (2024).

Experience

  • Business Development Manager - RAHN Cosmetic Actives at RAHN-Group
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    Rahn Cosmetic Actives Business

  • Clariant (4 yrs 3 mos)
    • Regional Key Account Manager EMEA
      Jan 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Business Development Manager PC & HC UK
      May 2021 - Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Commercial responsibility for the UK and Ireland market for personal care, industrial home care and pharmaceutical applications.

  • Business Manager at Cycle Of Good
    May 2019 - May 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Finally getting the opportunity to use my business skills to change the lives of others! Responsible for implementing and generating a consistent income via clear a marketing strategy and driving sales growth for non profit organisation. Supporting business enterprises and educational facilities in Malawi for a sustainable future.

  • Cornelius Group plc (4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Business Manager
      Mar 2018 - Mar 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Responsible for a sales and technical team and driving strategic business growth in the personal care market in the UK.

    • Business Development Manager
      Nov 2014 - Mar 2018 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Managing and growing business for key principles in the personal care and cosmetic sector. Management of key customer accounts (contract manufacturers and beauty brands). Product management and expanding ingredient portfolio. Sales coaching and mentoring.

  • Commercial Manager at Rockwood Pigments and Trading Pty. Ltd.
    Aug 2005 - Oct 2014 · 9 yrs 3 mos

    Managed a wide portfolio of customers in the surface coatings market, including decorative and industrial paints, toll/contract manufacture, printing inks and automotive applications. Travelled throughout UK, Germany, Spain and Poland negotiating new business, securing and maintaining customer relationships and exploring new business opportunities in new markets.