Bringing 15 years of start-up to scale-up experience in business development to help companies achieve strategic growth.
Global expertise
Christian Layolle was formerly the Head of UK at The Mills Fabrica and Global Head of Business Development for renowned media company, The Business of Fashion.
Working with companies globally, Christian has an expertise and critical network in the UK, US and Europe offering strategic guidance and planning for companies on business development, revenue growth, team building and management as well as sustainable innovations and roadmaps.
Clients and collaborators have included Google, LVMH, Kering, Ferragamo, Pitti Uomo, Bolt Threads, Lineapelle, Estee Lauder Companies, PVH, Tapestry, Burberry and more.
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Business development and strategic growth
Sustainable innovation for new materials
Team building, OKR methodology and management
Content and events strategy
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Part-time or full-time one-off contracts and retainers offered subject to availability
From launching a startup accelerator for sustainable innovations, to creating the leading recruitment site for the fashion industry, my philosophy to business development stems from creating real long-term value.
My Background
With over 15 years of hands on experience in multiple startups, Christian has honed in a simple and effective approach to business development.
Most recently, Christian was Head of UK for innovation platform, The Mills Fabrica, supporting startups in driving a more sustainable future for the food and fashion industries.
Joining The Business of Fashion as employee number 6 in 2013, Christian dedicated 7 years to creating some of the most valuable revenue streams for BoF to eventually leading a team of 10 across London, New York and Paris.
Graduated with honours from La Sorbonne in Paris, Christian holds a Masters Degree in International Business and Negotiations and is fluent in English, French, Italian and Spanish.
Consultant
2021 – Present
The Mills Fabrica
Head of UK
2020 - 2021
The Business of Fashion
Global Head of Business Development
2013 – 2020
Martens & Heads
Executive Search Consultant
2012 - 2013
FashionNetwork
International Development Director
2008 - 2012
La Sorbonne
M.A. International Business
2004 - 2009