Christopher Skinner

Chief Brand Officer and Head of Marketing and Creative, Front Row and former founder of School House, Beauty's Creative Agency

Christopher Skinner is a seasoned professional in the beauty industry, currently serving as the Chief Brand Officer and Head of Marketing and Creative at Front Row.1 2 His career in beauty spans over two decades, showcasing a remarkable journey of growth and expertise.1

Career Highlights

Skinner's career began humbly in 2003 as a temporary stock associate at Sephora, where he quickly climbed the ranks.1 2 He then held significant positions at SpaceNK and Fresh under LVMH, which further enhanced his industry knowledge.1

In 2015, Skinner founded School House, a leading creative branding agency specializing in beauty, health, and wellness.1 2 As the Founder and CEO, he led the agency for 8 years and 2 months until July 2023.2 School House became known for its multi-disciplinary approach, tackling beauty's biggest creative challenges through strategy, branding, packaging, digital, content, industrial design, and architectural design.2

Achievements and Expertise

Throughout his career, Skinner has:

Collaborated with over 250 esteemed brands, including La Mer, Makeup by Mario, Beekman 1802, Perfect Diary, Elemis, L'Occitane, Kosas, and Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare.1
Spearheaded the launch of notable brands like Ami Colé, Symphonic M.D., and Future Society.1
Served as Sephora's Accelerate program's Brand Strategy and Creative Lead Sponsor and Advisor since 2020.1

Current Role

As Chief Brand Officer at Front Row since July 2023, Skinner leverages his extensive experience in brand development, launch strategies, and in-store expressions.1 2 Front Row is a digital agency formed of five different agencies, and Skinner plays a crucial role in partnering with beauty brands to address industry challenges and opportunities.3