Jenna Meek 

Jenna Meek is a trailblazing British entrepreneur and the CEO and Co-Founder of REFY, the influential, simple yet groundbreaking beauty brand redefining the cosmetics industry. As a guest dragon on the 23^rdseason of Dragon’s Den in 2026, Jenna is ready to share her passion for entrepreneurship, as well as the important business lessons she has learned along the way. A Top 10 Finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Jenna’s insights into the world of business are unmatched, making her a sought-after keynote speaker whose impact lasts well beyond the applause.

After achieving a BSc in International Fashion Marketing from Manchester Metropolitan University, Jenna moved into luxury fashion, beginning as a sales advisor at Hugo Boss. From there, she moved through a range of respected industry brands, taking on the role of Design Intern at Rebecca Minkoff, then as Product Developer at Christopher Raeburn, Emelia Wickstead, and finally Burberry. In 2015, at the age of just 20, she founded her first venture, Shrine, a festival beauty brand offering a range of face jewels and glitter that changed the face of festival makeup forever. With growing environmental consciousness, Jenna launched an eco-friendly haircare product, Drop It, that is free from single-use plastic. SHRINE has since worked with worldwide brands such as TopShop, Coca Cola, Spotify, Google, ASOS, and Bloomingdale’s. She successfully exited the company in 2024.

In 2020, she co-launched REFY alongside influencer Jess Hunt. Since its inception, REFY has become one of the UK’s fastest-growing beauty brands, revered for its minimalist yet high-impact products and inclusive ethos. It is now stocked in Selfridges, Brown Thomas and Sephora globally, underscoring her entrepreneurial drive and innovation. REFY has won multiple industry awards, for both its products and as an overall business, including winning the Most Inspiring Launch Award at The Klicks 2024, being recognised by FEBE Growth 100 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the UK in 2025, and being named one of The Times’ Best Places to Work for two consecutive years.

An expert in all things beauty, business, and social media, Jenna knows what it takes to succeed in this ever-changing world of consumer tastes. Her award-winning products are a testament to her determination, passion and quality she puts into everything she does. As a Forbes 30 Under 30 trailblazer and Marie Claire’s prestigious Prix d’Excellence award winner, her story of entrepreneurship is set to inspire a multitude of audiences across a variety of business panels, International Women’s Day events, and motivational engagements.