Anushka Nadkarni

Product Development and Innovation Lead Bentley Laboratories

Anushka Nadkarni has been a dedicated volunteer with the NYSCC since 2018 and has amassed over five years of experience in the Personal Care Industry. Her expertise spans working with raw materials and contract manufacturing, where she excelled as a Formulation Scientist. Currently, she spearheads the Product Development and Innovation Department at Bentley Laboratories, driving forward-thinking solutions in the beauty and skincare space.

In 2021, Anushka served as the instructor for the prestigious Future Chemist Workshop, imparting her knowledge and passion to aspiring cosmetic scientists. Her volunteering efforts within the NYSCC extend to key roles on the DE&I Committee and as a Mentor in the Mentorship Program, demonstrating her commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. Anushka has also contributed insightful articles to renowned publications such as *Beauty Independent* and *Cosmetics and Toiletries*. She holds an MS in Cosmetic Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy from Mumbai, India.

Her passion for mentorship is evident in her role as a Leadership Coach for undergraduate students at Rutgers University, Newark, where she guided future leaders in navigating their academic and professional journeys.