Jane Boardman said she is “immensely honoured” to be made an OBE in the New Year Honours list for services to fashion and beauty.
Mrs Boardman, CEO of communications agency M&C Saatchi Talk, is an adviser to the British Fashion Council.
The organisation is behind London Fashion Week, an annual showcase of UK designers on the global stage.
In 2018, she jointly founded the British Beauty Council promoting the £24.5billion sector before stepping down last year.
The group was hailed for championing the beauty industry during the pandemic as salons closed their doors.
Over five years, a series of campaigns and initiatives engaged the Government, politicians and business leaders in the social and cultural impact of personal care and cosmetics.
Mrs Boardman, 62, who first fell in love with beauty products whilst working in her parents’ pharmacy chain, said: “Beauty is a wonderful industry.
“It is a hugely important part of the British economy and a major employer.
“It has breadth and depth of career opportunities spanning both science and creativity, allows us all to express ourselves, and solves many personal skin and hair problems.
“I have been fortunate to have worked with many incredible and influential colleagues.”
She added: “I am immensely honoured to have been awarded an OBE for my services to fashion and beauty.
“I feel privileged to have played a small role in elevating the work of the leaders of these incredible industries which provide the UK with products and services that bring joy to so many.”
Richard Thompson, M&C Saatchi UK chair, said: “We are delighted that her tireless drive to give the beauty and fashion industries the voice it deserves has been rewarded with this recognition.
“We are all very proud of what Jane has achieved.”
Marcus Peffers, Group CEO of M&C Saatchi, added “over 20 years, I have been witness to her focus and determination to drive change”.
“She has provided incredible support to the fashion and beauty industries and I am so happy she has been awarded this honour in recognition of all she has done for both sectors,” said Mr Peffers.
