SAAFFI
Bridging The Technical-Marketing Gap In Product Development
Whether you develop flavours, fragrances, foods, beverages, cosmetics, personal care products or other FMCG items, this dynamic training session with John Knowlton is for you!
Designed to bridge the gap between your technical architects and marketing innovators, you will learn how to create a seamless communication flow that turns great product ideas into powerful market success stories.
This session will empower your teams to speak the same language, align on goals, and eliminate the frustration of miscommunication ensuring that when you go to market, you go strong, united and ready to win!
2. Creating a creative work environment (self assessment exercise)
3. Brainstorming as a creative management tool
4. Practical brainstorming session with group presentations
Thursday 4 December 2025
08h30 – 13h00
Definitive Conferencing,
2 Kruin Street, Harmelia, Isando
(Next door to the Road Lodge Hotel)
Come prepared with your questions!
Presenter : John Knowlton
John Knowlton is the Founder and Managing Director of Cosmetic Solutions, a leading consultancy serving the cosmetic and toiletries industry in South Africa and internationally since 1998.
A chemistry graduate from the University of Kingston, London, John has served as President of both the UK Society of Cosmetic Scientists and the Society of Cosmetic Chemists in South Africa—a rare international distinction.
Recognised as South Africa’s only independent cosmetic expert by the Advertising Regulatory Board, John is a highly regarded international speaker known for his engaging presentations, effective facilitation and builder of exceptional teams.
Suitable for Personnel in
Applications, Management, Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Product Development, Raw Material Suppliers, Regulatory, R&D, Sales, Sensory, Technical
When
Thursday 4 December 2025
08h30 – 13h00
Cost
R900 pp (Excl VAT) for SAAFFI members
(one free place for each SAAFFI member)
R1050 pp (Excl VAT) for non-members of SAAFFI
Deadline
Bookings close Friday 28 November 2025
Payment due by Monday 1 December 2025
Language of Instruction
English
Payment
Invoicing by
Sharon Bolel & Associates
on behalf of SAAFFI.
Invoices emailed in response to bookings.
Only those who have paid in time will be able to attend.
Venue
Definitive Conferencing,
2 Kruin Street, Harmelia, Isando
Cost includes
Certificate of attendance,
course notes,
snacks and beverages
Sharon Bolel
Executive Director
SAAFFI
Tel: +27 (0) 83 449 2696
sharon@saaffi.co.za
Peta Broomberg
Event Coordinator
SAAFFI
Tel: +27 (0) 11 786 2585
events@saaffi.co.za
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.