BenefitLIFE

BenefitLIFE: A podcast by Benefit Cosmetics US Education.  The first ever prestige makeup brand education & training podcast, giving listeners an inside look at the brand best known for laughter and fun.  You’ll hear articles about how Benefit came to life and continues to "break the rules with wit and wisdom," learn how innovation and craftsmanship can problem solve beauty dilemmas with courage and creativity  and above all, discover how Benefit Cosmetics makes real connections through its people and their stories.   

This episode of BenefitLife is gratefully dedicated to Jean Ford. In our second episode of BenefitLife, GO TEAM GO…Cheekleaders! SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo and VP Boutiques, Amy Collo about why we need to cheer each other on. We continue to Break the Rules with Maggie and Annie Ford Danielson and to find out what kind of casseroles we would be selling today. During our Problem Solving segment you will hear the first of a 3-parter from Danessa Myricks, from Benefit Product innovation and famous makeup artist about the best brow pencil there is Precisely, My Brow Pencil.  Then, Make a Real Connections with 14 year Benefit LIFER Natalie Gregor, Education Director. It will CHEER you on today!

She ready! It’s our 3rd Episode and to start SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo and VP, Department/Sephora Joe Plymale are motivating us to the end of cheekleaders! “Always be ready” is the advice you will get from Maggie and Annie Ford Danielson in order to “Break the Rules with Wit and Wisdom.” During our “Problem Solving” segment it’s the 2nd of 3 from Danessa Myricks, Benefit Product innovation guru about the best brow pencil there is Precisely, My Brow Pencil.  Finally, “Make a Real Connection” with Brittany Sturmer, Ulta Senior Account Manager who gives us insight to the ultimate Silver & Black squad goals.

Never Stop Going After What You Want Episode 4 starts with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP of Visual Merchandising Americas talking all things visual.  Maggie Ford Danielson shares insights behind Bold is Beautiful during our “Break the Rules with Wit and Wisdom” segment. That’s a wrap on our final “Problem Solving” moment on brows with Benefit Product innovation guru, Danessa Myricks.  Meet our newest Regional Education Manager, Tracy Dugan and find out why she never ever gave up on a dream to “Make a Real Connection.”

“Free Falling” Episode 5 starts with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP of Ulta, Michael Bowman talking careers, what they appreciate about each other, and Bold is Beautiful. During the “Break the Rules with Wit and Wisdom” segment Maggie Ford Danielson continues to share with how Bold is Beautiful is inspiring the globe. During Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity, we hear from Global Brow Expert, Jared Bailey, on why the Benefit brow service is the best around during the month of May and e’ryday. BIB Charity champion and NC ULTA RAM, Heather Del-Colle tells us a hair-raising story that you need to be “open” to in “Make Real Connections.”

Pink Brows, DO care! Episode 6 begins with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP Boutiques, Amy Collo talk boldly about beautiful people. We finish Part 3 of the Bold is Beautiful GMC marketing conference, “Breaking Rules with Wit & Wisdom” segment with Maggie Ford Danielson so she can get back to the party! During "Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity," we hear Chelsea Evans from Global Strategic Marketing on why Pink Brows should be a thing during May and all year long. BIB Charity champion and ULTA Regional, Victoria Herring gives us all the "ride or die" vibes during “Make Real Connections.”

The "S Word" Episode 7 begins with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo, & VP of sales for Sephora & DS, Joe Plymale, get into it about their favorite activity… shopping. We continue to “Break the Rules with Wit & Wisdom” with Annie and Maggie Ford Danielson who talk about the “S” word…selling. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” Global Brow Expert Jared Bailey, makes sure our brows are goof proof! Finally in, “making real connections,” Chicago RAM, Mary Dittrich talks about why it's good to have soul and the importance of "when to play and when not play."

PRIDE. Episode 8 begins with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & Brand Manager for Falabella, of Columbia, Chile and Peru, Sebastian Salazar talk love & happy dancing! Ever wonder what Benefit folklore is true? In “Breaking the Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Annie and Maggie Ford Danielson break it down. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” Kate Helfrich, VP Global Product Marketing, gets happy about Hello Happy Brightening Foundation. Finally “Make a Real Connection” with our Global Visual Merchandising Manager, Collin Kwan who tells us his coming of age story and who inspired him to live his best life!

Do The Hustle. Episode 9 begins with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & SVP of Global Services, Sigrun Graeff talking services and disco nights. We got Annie & Maggie in the studio again for even more “Breaking the Rules with Wit & Wisdom” and we introduce a new family member into the mix. During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” we invite Maggie Hall back to talk about why Porefessional is the perfect disco dance partner to Hello Happy. And buckle up everyone, we got the man himself, General Manager of the Americas, Alfred Stillman, to talk about his career & his past Studio 54 days during “Make a Real Connections.”

Namaste and French Toast! Episode 10 is bonus length! To start SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & GM of Canada and Mexico, Deny DiFelice, talk bottom line & connection. In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie are back with more family stories and a delicious french toast recipe.  In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Danessa Myricks is back with a new guest associate director of R&D, Kimberley Alexander for a deep dive into Hello Happy Velvet Powder. During “Make a Real Connections” Bene-grandpa and Global Brow Expert, Jared Bailey shares his #lifewithbenefit.

HELLO (HAPPY) SUMMER TIME Ep11 is our summer episode. It starts with SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP of Ulta, Michael Bowman sharing all the travel hacks. In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie remind us all about manners from their midwestern travels and roots. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Senior Director of Promotions Lisa Ho, walks us through the creativity behind promo sets. For “Make Real Connections” we a have our Ireland head of marketing, Mark Rogers talking Instagram, Guinness and who’s better Bey or Britney.

CAKELESS & Cake! Eat cake don’t wear it! SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP of Boutiques, Amy Collo kick it off without concealing their excitement! In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie we get some good advice for off days. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” VP of Product Marketing, Kate Helfrich, makes us ready to cover more and cake less. Eat something before this week’s “Make a Real Connections” because Josh Frajio, NBA & RAM, is gonna make you want cake!

Lucky Number 13! Episode 13 SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & Deny De Felice GM of Canada and Mexico talk about how it is OK sometimes to follow the rules vs break them! In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie get bright in the limelight. During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Dr. Ho is back, Lisa Ho Senior Director of Promotions that is, to remind us minis are HUGE!  REM by day and Rockstar by night, @benebaybe_nina, Nina Quintero, stops by to “Make a Real Connections.”  

Who’s your daddy?Episode 14 SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & Brand Manager for Falabella, of Columbia, Chile and Peru, Sebastian Salazar talk LatinAM business and favorite Spanish phrases.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie introduce us to someone we don’t often talk about, their dad, Carl. During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” our #rockandrollREM is back, Nina Quintero walks us through all the tips & tricks you need for Cakeless concealer. In “Make Real Connections” we meet e-tail marketing manager, Hillary Munns-Saraco who is busy making her dog @chunkythehunky famous!

Glamping is in! Episode 15 SVP Sales, Denine Papalardo & VP of Boutiques, Amy Collo, talk favorite selling tips to move those glamping sets.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom” Maggie & Annie give us more on their dad, Carl and we finish with “a cuddle puddle.” During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Senior Director of Promotions, Lisa Ho, tells us how sets are made. In “Make Real Connections” we hear about the greatest gift someone can give and receive, from Director of Business, Operations, Natasha Deegan.

Watermelon seeds & beauty queens! Ep 16 starts with SVP Global Education, Sara Botwood-Guest discussing her almost 20-year Benefit journey with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we meet famous author, Lee Woodruff, but also famous for being the first PR employee of Benefit with Jean & Jane. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Treia Young, Manager of Brow Innovation gets our math on-point with 1+1=3. Vanna Kitchens, ULTA RAM, tells us what it is like to be a real-life beauty queen during “Make Real Connections.”

Satan’s Pepper-It’s what’s for breakfast! Episode 17 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & Amy Collo, VP of Boutiques bring up a theme of “when the going gets tough… the tough get going.”  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we continue on with stories from Lee Woodruff, one of the first PR employees of Benefit. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Jared Bailey, Global Brow Expert is back to talk all things Brow Styler. Boutique Proprietor, Hilary Thomas, gets us in the Halloween spirit by telling us all about Cosplay!

What Dolly believes! Episode 18 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & Amy Collo, VP of Boutiques checking in on Brow Styler while in a back of an Uber.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we continue with more stories from Lee Woodruff, one of the first PR employees of Benefit. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Jared Bailey, Global Brow Expert is back for part two of Brow Styler--this time we stay on target for tips and tricks. In Make Real Connections, Regional Education Manager of the Southeast, Meredith Manning tells us how Dolly Parton gives great life advice.

Podcasting in traffic! Ep19 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & our NEW CEO Christie Fleischer while stuck in Manhattan traffic in the back of an Uber doing a podcast.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we hear more from Lee Woodruff, one of the first PR employees of Benefit. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Product innovation team members, Danessa Myricks & Treia Young, are here to make you fall in love with our first love Gimme Brow again! ULTA RAM of Chicago, Stefanie Severino, gives us some great career advice.

From Buckingham Palace to Benefit! Episode 20 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & SVP of Global Education, Sara Botwood-Guest discuss previous jobs that lead them to Benefit from Barbizon to Buckingham Palace.  In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we finish up with Lee Woodruff, one of the first PR employees of Benefit who gives us some very practical advice from Oprah that sounds like advice from Jean & Jane. In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” VP of Global Product Marketing, Kate Helfrich whets our appetite with Porefessional Hydrate! In “Make Real Connections” we hear from Kate Dillen copywriter and kickboxer! 

Happy Holidays BenefitLIFERS! Episode 21 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Boutiques, Amy Collo sharing their traditions for the holidays. In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Maggie & Annie Ford Danielson are back to talk family traditions! In “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” VP of Education for the Americas, Jill Gould, is excited to share about the new hydration tool. In “Make Real Connections” we hear from Priscilla Silva, Senior coordinator of innovation & new ventures on her interesting life, career path and her attitude of gratitude.

22 = two parts! Episode 22 starts with a two parter: Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Sales Sephora and Department Stores, Joe Plymale, getting ready for the new year. In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Maggie & Annie Ford Danielson are back to talk new years in 2 parts! In this double version of “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” Maggie Hall, Associate Manager of Innovation, takes us “soup to nuts” about how a product is made, specifically with Porefessional Hydrate. In this extended version of “Make Real Connections” we hear from Education Director of the west, Courtney Reyes, about her side hustle @balloonsbycourtney.

The second part. Episode 23 continues with our friends Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Sales Sephora and Department Stores, Joe Plymale, getting excited about Porefessional Hydrate. In “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Maggie & Annie Ford Danielson finish off the New Years moment! We continue on with Maggie Hall, Associate Manager of Innovation, in Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity about “soup to nuts” about how a product is made. And finally find out what makes Courtney Reyes Balloon business float in “Make Real Connections.”

Old Friends, New Friends and Miss Universe. Episode 24 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Boutiques, Amy Collo, talking hydration business. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we have two new guests, Hannah Mallot & Megan Fletcher who tell us the stories of working with Jean & Jane from the very beginning. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” we check in with Product innovation team members Danessa Myricks & Treia Young about styling brows with new shade extentions! In “Make Real Connections” we hear from ULTA RAM, Roberto Gomez about his love of Benefit and Miss Universe!

Valentines is for lovers of podcasts! Episode 25 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Boutiques, Amy Collo talking brow styler shades and LOVE. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Hannah Mallot & Megan Fletcher continue to tell us the stories of working with Jean & Jane from the very beginning. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” we hear from Kate Helrich, VP Global Product Marketing on why our mascaras are top in their class! In “Make Real Connections” we hear from Senior RAM of Sephora & Macy’s, Michelle Hyman who tells us about her incredible drive to be a working mom while going to school. 

Go big or go home! Episode 26 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of US Boutiques, Amy Collo talking about a cheek reunion! For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Hannah Mallot & Megan Fletcher reveal the best advice that they got while working with Jean and Jane. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” Maggie Hall is back to talk about our beautiful box of powders glowing up! In “Make Real Connections” we hear from Southeast Regional Sales Manager of Sephora & Macy’s, Crystal Weaver who tells us about her time working in an orphanage in India.

Wash your hands! Episode 27 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of Ulta, Michael Bowman, talking about a cheeks and hygiene. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Hannah Mallot & Megan Fletcher tell their favorite personal stories of Jean and Jane. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” first time guest, Julie Bell is here to let us know what the key priorities are for Benefit and how they can help you drive your biz. In “Make Real Connections” Atlanta based Regional Education Manager, Ria Cartee tells us about her struggles to become an American citizen and pushing herself out of her comfort zone.

Mixed nuts. Episode 28 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of Boutiques, Amy Collo, talking their favorite memories from podcasts past for the 1st anniversary. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” Hannah Mallot & Megan Fletcher tell their favorite stories of Jean and Jane Ford. During “Problem Solve with Courage and Creativity,” Maggie Hall from Product Innovation is back to talk with REM, Leanne Stack, about 4 square. In “Make Real Connections” DFW airport based Regional Education Manager, Dylan Snoor, @benebeaudylan tells us about his embodiment of his hashtag #jetsetREM

Read the cards & Shelter in place  Episode 29 starts with Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of Department Stores & Sephora, Joe Plymale, via Zoom, talking about their beauty woes while sheltering at home. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we check in with Annie Ford Danielson while she is #WFH. During February, for “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack met up with Maggie Hall from Product Innovation to talk about a new product, Airstick.  In “Make Real Connections,” we had Canadian Regional Education Manager, Victoria Medeiros, in house in February, and she shared her talents for Tarot with us and made us cry.

Sanitized and 30  Episode 30 starts with Part 2 of Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of Department Stores & Sephora, Joe Plymale, via Zoom, talking about what to watch on Netflix and what’s for dinner. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” for part 2, we check in with Annie Ford Danielson while she is #WFH. For “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” part 1 of 2 parts, REM, Leanne Stack met up with Maggie Hall from Product Innovation to give a sneak peak to what happens in the lab. In “Make Real Connections,” part 1 of 2 parts,  in February, we had our CEO, Christie Fleisher to share about her career life up to Benefit & her famous dog @shortytheroaddog  

Just Breathe Episode 31 starts with Part 3 of Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & VP of Department Stores & Sephora, Joe Plymale, via Zoom, staying sane in trying times. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we finish with part 3, of Annie Ford Danielson while she is #WFH. Finishing up this moment in “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack talks all things lab with Maggie Hall from Product Innovation. In “Make Real Connections,” the 2nd part of our interview with our CEO, Christie Fleisher talks about runner’s high and answers our “this or that” questions.

It’s OK to not be OK Episode 32 starts with a 2 parter of Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & GM of Americas, Alfred Stillman, via Zoom. In part 1, they update us on what’s happening in NYC & NJ. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we have Maggie Ford Danielson back from maternity with Annie Ford Danielson facing the new world. During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” we check in with Jared Bailey to problem solve those stay at home brows and staying sane during this time. In this “Make Real Connections,” we waited until May, Mental Health Awareness Month, to post this brave interview recorded live at our last National Sales Conference with Ulta Senior RAM, Jordan Wise and Angela Szram talking about their mental health journeys.

Optimistic Roast Beef Sammy! Episode 33 starts with a continuation of part 2 of Denine Papalardo, SVP of US sales & Alfred Stillman, GM of Americas, via Zoom recorded a few weeks learning how to make their quarantine names. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we have the 2nd part of Maggie Ford Danielson back from maternity with Annie Ford Danielson facing the new world. (Things get super adorable when Annie's son drops in.) During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” you get another dose of Annie Ford Danielson as she takes us through what it is like to sell on HSN. Finally, in this episode of “Make Real Connections,” we talk to Vice President of Benefit for Ulta, Michael Bowman on how he pays it forward!

Back to Brows—Cutting Edge! Episode 34 starts with our fearless leader, Benefit CEO, Christie Fleisher talking about cutting edge moments in with her career & what the phrase “Back to Brows” means to her. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” we introduce our new host, REM, Jessica Owens. She interviews RAM, Maci Torreyson about her rule breaking Benefit career. During “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack is back to talk all things Brow Microfilling Pen with Treia Rosales from Product Innovation. For “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram turns the tables to interview our newest podcaster, Jessica Owens, on her cutting-edge career. 

Safety first! Episode 35 starts with European Education Manager Mariana Ishizaka sharing how collaboration created the safest way forward. For “Break Rules with Wit & Wisdom,” REM, Jessica Owens interviews Berkeley BP, Jacqueline Reyes & REM Suzette Simbajon, about their Jean & Jane moment—doing brows out on the sidewalk. For “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack talks with Regional Sales Manager Pacific Northwest, Hilary Foote, about being on the Global Safety & Hygiene committee. In “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews one of our in-store Ulta estheticians, @ryanbrows on how he sells with the power of words when there are no testers.

Change is good! Episode 36 starts with Americas brand new GM, Laure DeMetz sharing how change shaped her career & her life.  For Break the Rules with Wit & Wisdom, REM, Jessica Owens interviews Annie & Maggie Ford Danielson on how Benefit is changing through the (R)evolution.  For “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack talks with Beverley Morgan our new SVP of HR about the biggest way to affect change… VOTING. In “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews our #rollerskatingSVP, Jill Gould, on how her job changed from Americas to Global Education and what that means to YOU.

Attitude of Gratitude! Ep 37 starts with the most gratitude-y person we know, Jared Bailey, Global Brow Expert, sharing how a lens of gratitude helps in tough times.  For Break the Rules with Wit & Wisdom, SVP of Global, Jill Gould interviews Heidi Carlson, Macy’s LSA on gratitude for technology with great idea for virtual events! For “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack talks with Nina Quintero, Digital/Social Manager @benebabeuniversity aka Global Education about feeling grateful for Social Media learning during the time of COVID. For “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews Katie Roe, WI RAM her gratitude for her life and Benefit.

This episode of BenefitLIFE is dedicated to Jane Ford, who with her sister Jean, who gave us a brand that we love. The season of giving! Episode 38 starts with a gift of a person Macy’s LSA, Stephanie Collins, sharing how she kept herself busy during shelter in place by making and gifting Benefit eyeglasses & how a simple gift of our time can make all the difference.  For Break the Rules with Wit & Wisdom, Jessica Owens is back to interview one of our brightest rule breakers out there, Central East Regional Sales Manager, Nikki Hall, on giving back. For “Problem Solve with Courage & Creativity,” REM, Leanne Stack talks with SVP of VM & Store Design, Shannon Clemence, about the inspiration for our “revolutionary” gift packaging how she is WILD at heart. For “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews RAM, Felicia Alford, about a book that should be on everyone’s holiday gift-giving list this year, Through The Fire, By… wait for it…. Felicia Alford! Yep, we have an author in our midst. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

2021: Set it and go get it! Episode 39 starts with our CEO, Christie Fleisher inspiring to us to dig deep and be “unapologetically Benefit” in 2021. For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” REM Jessica Owens interviews Lauren Engelbrecht, REM Middle East & Africa, about how Porefessional is being used in places that we may have not thought of! In “Problem Solving w/ Courage & Creativity,” Maggie Hall, from Product Innovation & REM LeAnne Stack to dive into Porefessional Super Setter Spray--Hear how the Innovation Team had a vision for the spray and never compromised! In “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews former AE & now Ulta Services Manager, Megan Kostowizc, about how she overcame a life-changing health issue-one small win at a time. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Love & Mascara! Episode 40 starts with Sebastian Salazar, Mexico GM, telling us about his story of Love and his love of a certain new mascara ! For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” REM Jessica Owens interviews RAM, Katie McCracken on how she spreads the love to her stores while staying socially distant. In Problem Solving with Courage & Creativity, REM, LeAnne Stack, sits down w/ Kate Helfrich, SVP of Product & Service Innovation, & David Monical, VP of Packaging Innovation, to tell the love story of the formula & applicator of They’re Real Magnet. Finally, Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews ULTA AE Valerie Hope Weaver how Making Real Connections with a guest can create change.   *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

This episode of BenefitLIFE is dedicated to Nikki Hall, to hear more about Nikki & her involvement in the Daisie Foundation, please listen to episode 38. Who runs the world? Episode 41 celebrates International Women’s Day & Women’s History Month at our women founded/run brand Benefit! Beverly Morgan, SVP of Benefit HR, defines the International Women’s Day theme of #choosetochallenge. For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” REM Jessica Owens interviews Director, Global Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Mia Talavera, about her transition from architecture to beauty & how women can embrace their authentic selves in the workplace. In Problem Solving with Courage & Creativity, REM, LeAnne Stack, chats with a few of the creators the BBU Instagram, Nina Quintero & Meredith Manning, about the innovation behind the 36-hour Instagram LIVE for They’re Real Magnet.Finally, Senior REM, Angela Szram, interviews GM UK & Ireland, Sarah Harbon, about how being your sister’s champion can help you to mentor each other & Make Real Connections. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Earth mamasJust in time for Earth Day AND Mother’s Day, we celebrate all the  Earth mamas out there.  Deny DiFelice, GM of Canada and Mexico tells us about how she balances zoom life, Mexico, Canada &  a hockey playing teen. For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” Jessica Owens interviews REM, Illian Villegas about time spent with her kids in the garden. In Problem Solving with Courage & Creativity REM, LeAnne Stack, talks with Product Development Director, Sarah Bachis about innovations in packaging, mascara & life. In Make Real Connections, Angela Szram, “digs in” with RAM, Adrienne Magcalas, about how loving the earth is all about her kids. 

Make REAL Connections! We are zooming in (get it?) to our new selling culture Make Real Connections. First up, Courtney Reyes, Director of US Education, talking about Make Real Connections and providing 5 star service. For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” REM Jessica Owens interviews esthetician Jenny Gonzalez on how Make Real Connections has elevated her customers’ experience. In this month’s Problem Solving with Courage and Creativity, REM LeAnne Stack gets Abbie Noland to dish about the real-life Hoola Glow-up! In Make Real Connections, Senior REM, Angela Szram digs deep with Maggie and Annie Ford Danielson, about how our updated selling structure shares a legacy from Jean and Jane. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Love is love! Happy Pride Benebabes! For “Break the Rules w/ Wit & Wisdom,” Regional Education Manager (REM) Jessica Owens interviews Corporate Social Responsiblity Manager Felix Ciprian, on his role at Benefit & how he is celebrating PRIDE this year. For “Problem Solving with Courage & Creativity,” REM LeAnne Stack makes sure everyone has kissable lips for pride with two of our APAC Education superstars, Jamie Lee & YY Cho on our new lip product California Kissing!  In “Make Real Connections,” Senior REM, Angela Szram hears from Garrett Clabaut about what PRIDE means to him.   *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Get ready for Bold is Beautiful August is Bold is Beautiful month so we want to get ready for it with a kick off from Canadian Director of field sales, Courtney Jones as she talks about how Canada gives back! REM Jessica Owens interviews Maggie Ford-Danielson on her new role as Director of Brand Outreach, Brand Ambassador and all things Bold is Beautiful. Just in time for styling all the bold and beautiful brows, REM LeAnne Stack catches up with RAM/NBA Josh Fraijo and gets the scoop on the 2021 remix of our favorite brow wardrobing recipe! In “Make Real Connections,” Jill Collister interviews Marilou Cuellar about what being a Bold is Beautiful Charity Champion means to her. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Bold and Beautiful Brows! Happy Bold is Beautiful (BIB) month! We will start with Erin Badillo from Dress for Success who will tell us how BIB supports them. REM Jessica Owens talks to freshman charity champion, Katie Roe about her ideas for in-store activity. Just in time for styling all the BIB brows Treia Rosales, Manager of Brow Innovation, joins LeAnne Stack on PSCC and unveils the trials and tribulations of creating the pomade of our dreams, POWmade. In “Make Real Connections,” Jill Collister interviews Leticia Huston about how she is a charity champion at work and in real life with her own charity Destiny's Girls Club.   *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com

Back to School September is back to school and we want to take all the Benebabes back to school safely. First we interview Jillian Cho, VP of Legal for Benefit to tell us the best thing we can do to keep ourselves and our clients safe. REM Jessica Owens interviews RSM Sallie Dennis on how to always keep hygiene top of mind in and out of the Brow Bar. Global Brow Expert, Jared Bailey joins LeAnne Stack on PSCC to share his show-stopping POWmade demo. In “Make Real Connections,” Jill Collister interviews Leslie Byrd on all things Prince and belly dancing. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook.  

Boss's Month October is Boss's Month so let's hear from some bosses at Benefit! For “Break Rules with Wit and Wisdom” REM Jessica Owens interviews Director of Education Courtney Reyes-Sorah about how her previous Bosses have inspired her to always lead with people first, even if it means breaking the rules just a little bit. In this month's “Problem Solving with Courage and Creativity,” SVP, Global Product & Service Innovation Kate Helfrich  joins REM LeAnne Stack and shares the best and most challenging parts of Innovation at Benefit. Tune in to hear her expert top tips on how to overcome roadblocks in your own creative projects & how to work best with your team to let them shine. In “Make Real Connections,” Senior Manager Angela Szram goes full Garden State with her boss SVP Sales and EDU Denine Pappalardo. They dig into secret talents, Tomato Pie and all things being a New Jersey Boss (not Springsteen). Denine talks about how her unconventional entrance into the cosmetics industry is the her secret talent to understanding both sides of this industry, creative and business. *If you would like to submit a question or nominate someone for the “Make Real Connections” section of the podcast or have any questions you would like answered in any segment, please email education@benefitcosmetics.com OR DM us at @benebabeuniversity on Instagram or Facebook. Please, rate, review & subscribe to BenefitLIFE on iTunes, on spotify, OR http://benefitlife.libsyn.com