Nandy Christie Backoulou

Nandy Christie Backoulou, MS, MBA, currently serves as the Sr Technical Business Development Manager at BASF since November 2024. Prior experience includes roles as Business Development Director at Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Product Development Manager at Charlotte's Web, and Scientist - Product Formulation at Mary Kay Inc. Nandy’s background in research and development encompasses work as an R&D Cosmetic Chemist at CBI Laboratories, Inc. and Goodier Cosmetics, specializing in surfactant technology and high-end skin and body care products. Nandy began a career in cosmetics as a Skin Therapist/Prestige Cosmetics Consultant with ULTA Beauty. Academic credentials include a Master's in Industrial and Physical Pharmacy and Cosmetic Sciences, an MBA in Marketing, and a Bachelor's in Biochemistry - Chemistry, along with certificates in fitness and nutrition, massage therapy, and aesthetician training.