ABOUT
UPPER CLASH produces events and webinars for leaders building consumer brands.
Our session themes include profitability, finance, channel economics, risk, exit strategy and founder wealth.
Attendees are primarily founders and operators from fashion, beauty, wellness and FMCG brands.
In-person events take place in London and are designed for 10 to 30 participants.
We are supported by operational and professional service partners to consumer brands.
For any enquiries about attending or sponsoring get in touch via the Contact page.
FOUNDER & PRODUCER
UPPER CLASH was founded by Leon Bailey-Green, a former retail industry consultant and commentator. Having built a trusted network of industry contacts, he began hosting roundtables that brought senior leaders together.
Leon sets UPPER CLASH's editorial direction, curates its speakers and guests, and chairs each discussion. His focus is on asking the right questions and keeping conversations grounded in the economics of building and owning a successful consumer brand business.
Outside of UPPER CLASH, he also hosts a history podcast with a global audience and thousands of monthly listens, drawing on the same strengths in curation that underpin the roundtables.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM RECENT SESSIONS
A corporate finance advisor sharing insight on operational issues that impact consumer brand deals
Experiences from a Managing Director on guiding a brand through to a successful exit
Guidance from a family office investor on how their capital differs to venture funds
A presentation on global growth potential from market entry experts
Knowledge from an M&A lawyer on getting a business ready for investment or sale
Insights from a VC on the consumer categories gaining investor attention
A perspective on scaling a beauty brand from a high-end luxury commerce director
Analysis from a deal advisory expert on how brand sentiment influences financial valuation
An inside look at global distribution models, presented by the COO of a hair-care brand
