L.A. Woman

Season finale. Stacy is the founder and CEO of Media Design Group. For almost 15 years, her agency has helped companies book advertising space for their products and services. Despite stiff competition from other agencies, the relationships she has built with clients have stood the test of time. Visit mediadesigngroup.com to learn more about Stacy and her team. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kerrigan is the co-founder of Sagely Naturals, a line of high-quality CBD wellness products. Since 2015, Sagely Naturals has been at the forefront of taking CBD mainstream. Their focus on lab-backed, beautifully designed products that work have helped expand their business to retailers like CVS, Ulta, and Nordstrom. Visit sagelynaturals.com to learn more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If you’ve ever picked up an organic snack at the grocery store, part of that reason is Nicole. As the Founder of Late July snacks, and now Nixie sparkling water, she has a wealth of knowledge and experience in not only the snack food business, but in growing a successful company over time. Find Nixie Sparkling Water at your local grocer and visit drinknixie.com to learn more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chef Janette “Puttie” Clark is a celebrity private chef who turned her home cooking skills and knack for flavors into a full-blown career. Janette began her hustle in New York, making sandwiches for the finance crowd. And before long, her name began making the rounds in the music business. Through tenacity, drive, and pure faith, Janette has gone from catering small gatherings to cooking for some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Learn more at simplyputt.me and follow Janette’s journey @chefputtie on Instagram. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sophia Elias is the creator of Fine Ass Lines greeting cards. Sophia began developing her illustration style as a personal outlet, but she soon found herself publishing her witty creations online. Before long, she was translating her work into greeting cards, and she’s been building her business step by step ever since. Visit fineasslines.com to learn more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaylin Marcotte is the founder and CEO of JIGGY Puzzles. Kaylin’s passion for puzzles began years ago, and the idea of making a mark on the industry was always on her mind. She launched JIGGY in 2019 with the idea of not only creating a beautiful puzzle experience, but profit-sharing with emerging female artists worldwide. Timing is everything, and since so many people have been spending more time at home, JIGGY quickly garnered a puzzle-loving following. Visit jiggypuzzles.com to learn more. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sharon Pak and Jordynn Wynn are the co-founders of Insert Name Here. INH burst onto the beauty scene in 2018 with their premium, affordable line of hair pieces and wigs. Combining extensive product research with their experience in cosmetics and beauty, their ponytails become instant bestsellers. With a focus on quality and building a following through social media, INH is just getting started. Visit INHhair.com for more and follow @insertnamehere on Instagram. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Season finale. Crowns & Hops knows craft beer. They also know who’s been left out of the conversation around it. CEO Beny Ashburn and COO Teo Hunter are not only creating your new favorite brews, but cultivating a new voice in the beer business. By offering a quality product, an upcoming Inglewood brewery, and a grant program for Black-owned beer businesses, they’re making space for people of color to pursue careers in the industry and chill with a delicious craft beer. Visit crownsandhops.com to learn more and find their California stockists. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Amanda Groves is a partner at PLUS Capital, a venture capital firm that specializes in celebrity-driven investments and equity. In this episode, learn the basics of venture capital, what she and her partners look for when investing in a company, and the A-list celebrity career she admires the most. Learn more at pluscapital.com. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Courtney Cowan is the owner and operator of Milk Jar Cookies. Since 2005, this cookie bakery has been a labor of love. Courtney turned her passion into her second career step by step, from developing recipes to choosing the right location, and most recently signing a book deal. Milk Jar Cookies ship nationwide and the Milk Jar Cookies Bake Book is available now. Visit milkjarcookies.com for more information. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Samata is the CEO of Red Carpet Green Dress. Through collaborations, events, and celebrity ambassadors, Samata and her team are bringing sustainability into the spotlight of fashion and apparel. As an experienced journalist and fashion designer, Samata has been preparing for this role for years, and her message of sustainability is more important than ever. Visit redcarpetgreendress.com to learn more. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sarah is the founder of Sidway Swim, the classic and stylish swimwear line made in LA. From the time she began design school at Otis, Sarah knew swimwear was her goal. And after working as a corporate designer and helping a few smaller brands, she struck out on her own. With rave reviews from Glamour, Refinery29, and Vogue, her hard work and eye for flattering silhouettes is really starting to pay off. Visit sidwayswim.com to learn more. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Cristina Palomo-Nelson and Megan Papay began Freda Salvador, a modern footwear line for women who pound the pavement. With their combined 25 years experience, they’ve seen trends come and go, but their sell-out worthy shoes aim to redefine modern feminine style. Learn about their history in the industry, how they crashed a showroom appointment to get their start, and how their own evolving style has guided their designs. Visit fredasalvador.com to see for yourself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kimberly Dillon is the Founder of Frigg, a beauty and wellness CBD company. She’s been an expert and speaker for years on the topic, and has been part of the CBD industry since leaving her corporate career several years back. Now, she’s started her own line of wellness products, which restore balance to hair, scalp, and skin. Visit getfrigg.com to learn more. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Gaby Dalkin is the founder and CEO of What’s Gaby Cooking. After taking a chance and going to culinary school, Gaby has gone from private chef and food blogging to a burgeoning business, complete with a line of products at Williams Sonoma. Now on her third cookbook, there’s no stopping Gaby in the kitchen or anywhere else. Visit whatsgabycooking.com to learn more. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Beth Birkett is a true culture connoisseur. From an early age, this New York transplant has been developing a style, career, and ambition all her own. And together with her husband Chris Gibbs, she’s helped make UNION a legendary streetwear shop and fashion label. She’s now heading up Bephie’s Beauty Supply, a fashion label and marketplace that uplifts other brands and creators. Beth’s philosophy on supporting young designers, Black women, and true creators of culture has led her to this endeavor. And with her keen eye for style and design, the sky’s the limit. Visit bephiesbeautysupply.com to shop and follow @bephiesbeautysupply on Instagram.NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards.

Marissa Hermer is the owner and operator of The Draycott and Olivetta, two of LA’s most popular restaurants. After getting her start in PR, Marissa teamed up with her husband to launch several successful bars and restaurants in London. She was also a star on Bravo’s Ladies of London and authored her own cookbook. Since coming back to the US, she’s hit the ground running and her career continues to charge forward. Marissa’s kindness, generosity, and passion for a dirty martini have made her a mainstay in the hospitality industry. Visit TheDraycott.com to learn more about the You Give, We Cook, They Eat campaign, and follow @MarissaHermer on Instagram.NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards.

For today’s special episode, we went back and spoke with three of our favorite guests to discuss how COVID-19 has changed their lives and industries over the past few months. Here’s the lineup: - Colleen Wolfe, NFL reporter, host, and podcaster - Dr. Sharrica Miller, registered nurse, professor, and entrepreneur - Adina Reyter, jewelry designer and entrepreneur Three LA women with different experiences and perspectives, but one theme runs through each of these incredible people: never, ever giving up. Follow all their happenings @colleenwolfe, @docmillernursecoach, and @adinareyter on Instagram. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards.

Catherine McCord is the founder of Weelicious and One Potato. After pursuing her passion for food in culinary school, she started a family and began making recipes for young kids. From there, her blog was born. Now, Weelicious has grown into three cookbooks and One Potato, a fresh and delicious meal delivery service. Catherine’s philosophy on keeping recipes simple, approachable, and customizable has gained her a loyal following and robust business. Visit weelicious.com and onepotato.com to learn more.NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards.

Kate Miller is co-founder and CEO of Miss Grass, the online magazine and marketplace for all things CBD and cannabis. After bonding over their vision for the future of the cannabis industry, Kate and her co-founder Anna Duckworth joined forces and launched their Venice-based company in January 2018, the same month that marijuana became legal in California. Now, they have grown to become a destination for those who want to educate themselves, get a few pointers, or simply pick up their favorite CBD products online. Visit missgrass.com and keep up on Instagram @missgrass. NOTE: Due to current circumstances, the sound quality of this episode is not up to normal standards.

Olivia Landau knows her jewels. After graduating from the Gemological Institute of America, she set her sights on working in New York’s jewelry industry. She took a job with Tiffany and Co., but it wasn’t long before she began getting requests from friends to design their engagement rings. Olivia and her husband Kyle took a chance, and now The Clear Cut designs one-of-a-kind rings, sells their own made-to-order jewelry line, and boasts a strong educational platform and social media following. Visit theclearcut.co and @theclearcut on Instagram.

Colleen Wolfe is one of the hardest working women in sports. After starting her career with a radio internship in her hometown of Philadelphia, and learning just about every behind-the-scenes job, she’s now the host of three NFL Network shows. Her hard work, determination, and keen talent for storytelling has helped her carve her own path in broadcasting. Go behind the camera with Colleen and find out what it really takes to be a sports reporter. Follow along @colleenwolfe on Instagram and Twitter.

Monroe Alvarez is not only a seasoned photographer, she’s also a founder of GRLSWIRL, a grassroots, all-female community in Venice Beach focused on uniting women through skateboarding. In less than two years, GRLSWIRL has seen incredible growth and support from around the world, leading them to start chapters in other cities. Whether at a skating meet-up or giving back to girls in Mexico, these women are making a difference through one of the most male-dominated sports. Monroe shares her perspective on how this group of inspiring women became GRLSWIRL. Visit GRLSWIRL.com to learn more.

Kim Gordon of Kim Gordon Designs is anything but shy and nothing but ambitious. With no formal education, she worked her way up in the architecture and design business, honing her craft and aesthetic one project at a time. Though life dealt her an unexpected hand, she became a more mindful person and artist, always appreciating the significance of creating a family home. Take a peek inside Kim’s creative process and get practical advice for making your home a more peaceful place to live.

Nikki DeRoest is a makeup artist on the move. After growing up in Salt Lake City — and her mom’s hair salon — she knew the beauty industry was her calling. Now, after honing her craft, building a red carpet clientele, and starting her own makeup line, she has lots of lessons to share. Go behind the scenes with one of the world’s top makeup artists and find out how she’s building a career and a business.

What does a freelance career look like for a visual artist? After growing tired of creating work for other companies, Laci Jordan stepped out on her own to find that out. And with her bold artistic style and Southern charm, she hasn’t looked back. Hear about Laci’s experiences, challenges, and advice on creating original pieces and partnering with some of the world’s biggest brands. To see Laci at work, go to solacilike.com, @solacilike on Instagram and Twitter, and Skillshare.

After dealing with various health issues, Sara Cullen simply just wanted to feel better. But after combing the supplement aisle for solutions, she realized there weren’t any vitamins that were actually, you know, food. So, after experimenting in the kitchen, finding the right partners, and hiring a team of scientists, GEM was born. GEM is one delicious bite of daily nutrition made with 13 real food ingredients. Not a pill. Not a capsule. No synthetic fillers, shady binders, or artificial anything. Visit dailygem.co for more information.

Dr. Sharrica Miller is a woman with a plan. Whether at the bedside as a clinical nurse, teaching students as an assistant professor, or advocating for foster care youth, her entire career has been dedicated to giving back. And, with her newest venture, Black on the Job, she and her sister are developing resources and curriculum for a nationwide community. Listen in as Dr. Miller shares stories of her past and how to plan for the future. Visit Black on the Job on Facebook for more information.

Get connected with Lori Zuker Briller, co-founder of The Grapevine Agency. Since 2005, she and her partner have placed executive assistants, chefs, nannies, and more for some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Armed with her experience in entertainment, tons of tenacity, and a knack for networking, Lori and her team have built a thriving recruitment business that continues to be an industry trendsetter. Learn more at TheGrapevineAgency.com and @grapevineagency on Instagram. Audio Engineer: Christian Linke Art: Alycea Tinoyan IT Support: David Banks

Since the launch of her fine jewelry company in 2001, Adina Reyter has been a leader in classic, high-quality pieces. Her thoughtful designs have made her collections a celebrity favorite, and their accessible price point has made them popular among women of all ages. In this episode, learn about how Adina has grown and sustained her business over time, from staying true to the company mission to surviving a recession. Shop Adina Reyter jewelry at AdinaReyter.com and follow the latest @AdinaReyter on Instagram. Audio Engineer: Christian Linke Art: Alycea Tinoyan IT Support: David Banks

After discovering the rotten truth about most olive oils on the market, Aishwarya Iyer was inspired to start something different. Brightland is a California-grown olive oil that brings taste to your table, both in flavor and design aesthetic. To learn more and shop Brightland’s blends, visit brightland.co. Plus, follow along @wearebrightland on Instagram. DISCLAIMER: This episode's audio quality has been slightly compromised.

Journalist Lauren Jones is breaking new ground in the sports world with her commitment to sharing positive, uplifting stories about professional and up-and-coming athletes. Through LoJo Media - her own media outlet - and her work with the Drew League, the Los Angeles Sentinel, and her own podcast, this L.A. native is building her career one interview at a time and inspiring readers and listeners to look beyond mainstream headlines. Check out LoJo's latest at lojomedia.com and @lojomedia on Instagram.

Driven by her quest for better pajamas and a love for business, Ashley Merrill founded Lunya, and their products and designs have been changing women’s sleepwear ever since. In this episode, you’ll hear about how Ashley has built her team, created company culture, and so many more nuggets of entrepreneurial wisdom. If you want to look (and feel) good in bed, visit Lunya.co, follow their Instagram @lunya.co, or stop by their store in Santa Monica.

As a response to her love for candles (and the impact expensive ones make on her wallet), Trish Baden took a DIY candle class, and felt immediately inspired to create. Now, a few hardworking years later, her company Flores Lane offers luxuriously scented candles for the budget-conscious candle lover. Check out her collections at floreslane.com and keep up on Instagram @floreslane.

Guided by her core values and a love for community, Miriam founded The Lev, the premier indie bookstore in Venice. And she’s quickly gained a local following. Stop in and pick up a book, attend an event, follow @the.lev on Instagram, and visit thelev.co to sign up for the newsletter.

Meet Sarah Shelton, the passionate fitness instructor who's committed to balancing fitness with wellness. Have a seat, eat a croissant, and listen in on Sarah's story. Check her out at Cycle House and Fit Mix in Los Angeles, and @_sarahshelton on Instagram.

Meet Ashley Fahr, personal chef and entrepreneur, who’s cooking her way to the top of the food chain. From personal clients to fresh meal delivery to cooking classes, Ashley has planted her talents and her business here in LA. Check her out @cookdrop and @ashleyfahr on Instagram. For more information about her growing business, visit cookdropkitchen.com.

Cerre Francis is a professional makeup artist and store manager at Hourglass Cosmetics, one of the fastest-growing makeup lines in the world. You can find her hanging with her husband and daughter at the rock climbing gym or hanging ten in the Malibu surf. You're not going to want to miss this story. Check out her L.A. life @cerref and @hourglasscosmetics on Instagram.