Nicholas Ratut is a globally respected strategist and operator with more than four decades of leadership experience across fragrance, skincare, color, haircare, and body care. He began his career launching the LACOSTE fragrance brand in Europe, went on to lead U.S. expansion for ESCADA’s beauty division, and later became President of SHISEIDO’s Americas new brands division. Throughout his career, Nicholas has played a pivotal role in the growth and acquisition of major beauty brands, including BURBERRY and JOHN VARVATOS.

With his cultural British-French heritage and significant work experience in London, Paris and New York, Nicholas brings a rare multicultural perspective and global approach to business. In addition to his professional work, he is a Board Member, Officer and Past Chair of Clubhouse International, a global nonprofit supporting those living with and recovering from mental illness. He served on the Boards of the TFWA (Tax Free World Association) and the Fragrance Foundation of America. He now lives between New York City and Litchfield Connecticut with his wife, Kristina Kossi, a renowned sculptor, and their dog Lily.a global non-profit organization.