Angela Farrugia MBE

Founder BrandX Society

Angela founded TLC (The Licensing Company Ltd) in 1996, which grew to become a global powerhouse in brand licensing. TLC operated 24 offices across 16 countries, ran over 600 free standing stores and managed an impressive roster of top-tier brands across multiple sectors, generating over $12.4 billion in annual retail sales for its clients.  

In 2015 TLC was acquired by CAA artist management -cementing this legacy. 

She founded Brand x Society Ltd, continuing her commitment to education, excellence and now lectures on “asset-light” business strategies and mentors emerging designers, where she guest lecturers Central Saint Martins MA Fashion program. 

In 2024, Angela was honoured with an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for her outstanding contributions to global business development and licensing. 
 
Angela is an Advisor to the British Fashion Council and serves as Chair of the Fashion Trust Arabia Mentorship Program.

She sits on the board of INSPECS PLC where she is a NED and Chair of the ESG committee.


Agenda Sessions

Lessons in Positive Reinvention: Brands Bold Enough to Pivot

Thursday 29 January 09:45 - 10:05 Track 2

Add to calendar 01/29/2026 09:45 01/29/2026 10:05 Lessons in Positive Reinvention: Brands Bold Enough to Pivot Track 2 Asia/Dubai

A New Creative Chapter: Unlocking Growth Through Creative-Commercial Synergy

Thursday 29 January 10:05 - 10:25 Track 2

Add to calendar 01/29/2026 10:05 01/29/2026 10:25 A New Creative Chapter: Unlocking Growth Through Creative-Commercial Synergy Track 2 Asia/Dubai