Angela Farrugia MBE

Founder Brand x 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

The Shoptalk Luxe Elevate Programme, Entrepreneurial Leadership Inside Companies

(Invite Only)

Wednesday 28 January 18:45 - 19:30

Add to calendar 01/28/2026 18:45 01/28/2026 19:30 The Shoptalk Luxe Elevate Programme, Entrepreneurial Leadership Inside Companies (Invite Only) Asia/Dubai

Lessons in Positive Reinvention: Brands Bold Enough to Pivot

Thursday 29 January 09:45 - 10:05 The Monet Stage

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

Thursday 29 January 10:05 - 10:25 The Monet Stage

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