Kurate International’s Sharon Edwards elected as new TRC Chairperson

By Luke Barras-hill |

Sharon Edwards is the new Charperson of Travel Retail Consortium.

UK-based Travel Retail Consortium (TRC) has elected Kurate International key Account Manager Sharon Edwards as its new Chairperson.

Edwards took over from Martyn Westbury on 1 October. Westbury has been Acting Chairman since April 2023.

“I am honoured to take on the role, and alongside the TRC members, we look forward to 2024 and further customer events. I would also like to thank Martyn for covering the role for the last few months.”

Established in 1971, TRC is a suppliers’ club aimed at serving the interests of buyers and retailers in travel retail.

Membership is open to companies trading in the sale of products to the tax and duty free industry.

TRC states it is looking for a range of new category members. Those interested in joining should contact: [email protected]

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