Denise McLaverty is the president of the British Society of Perfumers. Her mission is to build on the existing foundations of the Society for the benefit of its members.
After studying for an MSc in Chemical Research at Imperial College, London, her early career started in the fragrance industry as an applications chemist for IFF and subsequently as a consultant at Robertet.
Since then, McLaverty has gained broad experience in business, science education, and membership organizations such as the Society of Cosmetic Scientists and the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts. She is also an independent consultant, working creatively and collaboratively to establish robust and effective partnership relationships.