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Burgundy Fox co-founders Alexis Jenkins and Leslie Wong were once "work spouses", aka one another's go-to girl at the office, there to vent about an overwhelming day or to check one another's decision-making. Wong and Jenkins' decision to lead Burgundy Fox together has been a work in progress. In this episode, Burgundy Fox intern Nicole Fallert sat down with Jenkins and Wong to talk about delegation, company growth and their biggest fears. Later, hear from Northwestern University seniors and BOSSY Chicago founders Sam Letchser and Isabel Benatar, who are rising in the business ranks and championing the model of best-friend leadership. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Suzy Goodrick is a talented photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. Her time behind the lens started at a young age and followed her into adulthood. We discuss creative burnouts, balancing what's personal and professional on social media, the rise of boudoir sessions, why she's giving away an entire wedding and more.

Jenny Rieu is a Curve Model, Fashion Columnist, and Publicist. Jenny was the cover model for various publications across the globe. In 2014, Jenny became the new face of the “Couture for Every Body Campaign” shot by Holly West for Pin Up Girl Clothing,  marking her professional modeling debuts. That experience triggered Jenny’s desire to create more custom ad campaigns for brands and designers, branding herself not only a Curve model, but also as a Creative Director doing Brand Management with her PR company Ooh La La PR.

Ann Shoket is an editor-in-chief/senior media exec who has had the privilege of bringing two major young women’s publications to number one across every platform. She's the author of The Big Life: Embrace the Mess, Work Your Side Hustle, Find a Monumental Relationship, and Become the Badass Babe You Were Meant to Be. She's the biggest cheerleader for millennial women, as you can hear from her TED talk "Why We Should All Be More Millennial". As editor-in-chief of Seventeen for the better part of a decade, she was able to lead editorial that was authentic to young women’s evolving values, and pushed the boundaries of digital, print and cross-platform content. At CosmoGIRL, she was part of the launch team that broke new territory by talking about the complex, emotional terrain of young women’s lives. She has been named one of the “Most Powerful US Fashion Magazine Editors” by Forbes. With her book, The Big Life, and the Badass Babes community, she continues working to shape the national conversation about the power of millennial women. She's been a speaker for the Yale Women’s Leadership Initiative, New York Women in Communications, Step Up, S.H.E. Summit, Matrix Awards, Her Campus, Rent the Runway and Levo League. She speaks on topics such as women’s leadership and success, young women finding their power and the transformations in the media industry. She has also appeared on Good Morning America, Today, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The View, CNN, Access Hollywood, and E! News (and to boot, she was a guest judge for four seasons on America’s Next Top Model).

We're catching up with Lindsay Bishop of L Bishop Photography and Rising Tide Leader San Francisco. Lindsay discusses putting herself out there to make connections, having the confidence to believe she can lead, and stepping in front of the camera to celebrate herself.

We’re hanging out with Brady Campbell of Galvanize San Francisco. Galvanize is a collaboration space in San Francisco that provides space for students and entrepreneurs a space to network, learn and level in their goals and careers.

We're sitting down with ourselves today! Cofounders, Leslie Wong and Alexis Jenkins, wanted to sit down an share their thoughts on Valentine's Day. Listen to what the holiday means to them, what they deem to be romantic, a surprise gift, and their earliest memories of the holiday and how it's shaped their views on it today.

We sit down for a talk about working through transitions of life and becoming a CEO of a start-up with Ashley Behnke, founder of Spot Loc8r. She shares about gaining confidence, having imposter syndrome, and a huge life event that made her really lean into her start up.

We sit down for a talk about DesignerShare and the fundraising behind start-ups with Sarah Perkins, founder of DesignerShare. She shares with us about starting DesignerShare, the struggles behind finding funds for a start-up, and tips for being in the start-up scene.

We sit down for a talk about creating a new brand and inclusivity with Kristen Allen, founder of Exclusively Kristen. She shares with us how the idea of Exclusively Kristen came to be and why exactly she wants to change the fashion industry.

We sit down for a talk about big life transitions and founding a beauty brand with Zineb Oukach, founder of OUiGLO. Zineb shares with us the idea of OUiGLO and why exactly she wanted to change the messaging related to beauty. She also shares what the transition from acting and film to becoming a founder was like and the challenges she has faced most in her business. Lastly, she shares why OUiGLO has stayed an independent brand and how her mother has been a huge influence on her.

We sit down for a talk about finding a dream career path with Lauren McGoodwin, founder and CEO of Career Contessa. Career Contessa is the only career site built exclusively for women. They believe that job searches, career growth, and professional discovery are deeply personal but that every woman, no matter the stage of her career, benefits from a supportive community and straightforward guidance. That's why they built a platform that engages our readers throughout their careers and evolves with them as they grow.

We sit down for a talk about growing a business with Atima Lui of Nudest.  Nudest was founded at Harvard Business School by Atima Lui in January 2016 during her final semester as an MBA student. Atima grew up in Topeka, Kansas, and as the dark-skinned daughter of a Sudanese refugee and Black activist mother, she understood at an early age how her complexion did not meet the conventional standards of beauty. She decided to challenge these standards, beginning with fashion items labeled the color "nude," which do not match 84% of the global population

We sit down for a talk about starting a new business and pushing boundaries as a women with Sarah Sheehan of Bravely.  Bravely has built a next-generation resource for people and teams: a platform that connects employees with expert conflict coaches and “people” professionals called “Pros” for off-the-record phone conversations about all kinds of workplace stress.

We sit down for a talk about hair and hurdles in your business with Jihan and Jenny, co-founders of Swivel Beauty. Swivel Beauty is an app to discover and book the best stylists for textured hair.  Whether you're on the hunt for a new stylist or just want to add more variety to your beauty team,  they've got you. Search for top-rated salons and stylists (including those who come to you!) by hair type and desired style on their app. If you have textured hair, the struggle is no longer real.

We sit down for a talk about passion, products, and commitment in your business with Lily Chen and Maggie Bacon, co-founders of Thistle & Spire. Thistle & Spire is designed by juxtaposing luxe fabrics and alluring architectural details mirroring the multi-faceted sides of being a woman.  An independent label owned and operated by a small team of creatives in Brooklyn, New York.

We sit down for a talk about best practices for branding with Sophie Davies and Jenni Brown, co-founders of Prim'd Marketing. Prim’d Marketing helps businesses and personal brands look and sound like the best versions of themselves through a brand positioning and content marketing program called  ‘The Brand Plan’. The foundation and guiding light to any subsequent branding, website and content marketing.

We sit down for a talk about business changes and coaching with Reina Pomeroy, the founder of Reina and Co. and the co-founder of Creative Empire Podcast. Reina is a big proponent of living a full and productive life, lived by “our own rules.” We talk about her passion for helping others thrive, and how she personally handles setbacks. For more tips and inspiration for your life and creative business of your dreams, visit Reina and Co’s website to sign up for weekly Sunshine Mail! Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

We sit down for a talk about transitions with Shadiah Sigala, the co-founder of HoneyBook, a community and business tool creative entrepreneurs use to book new business and seamlessly manage it—all in one place. Shadiah takes us through her journey starting HoneyBook, going from zero to an award winning culture and venture-backed company, and how her latest transition, motherhood, and entrepreneurship can go hand-in-hand. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

We sat down for a chat with Jacqueline Courtney, founder and CEO of Nearly Newlywed, an online marketplace for sample and resale luxury bridal wear. Courtney previously represented high fashion brands as a publicist and talks about how that experience combined with her own nuptials, fueled her desire to bring accessible luxury fashion to brides all over the United States. Hear how Courtney's 'just do it' approach took her from launching Nearly Newlywed in a New York City apartment to NBC's Shark Tank to growing a dedicated team that supports thousands of happy brides. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

When you buy tampons, are you making a conscious choice? Do you opt for the same pink-labeled box your mother handed you in seventh grade without second thought, eager to get home before it's too late to consider ordering take-out for dinner. Molly Hayward is redefining the way women are learning about menstruation, purchasing products and giving back. She's the co-founder of Cora, a modern feminine product brand that delivers tailored tampon orders to subscribers. Hayward is at the helm of a global movement to change the language around periods. For every Cora subscription, a month's supply of pads and education is given to girls in India and Kenya. In this episode, we speak with Hayward about social entrepreneurship, the power of partnerships and accessibility. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

O-U-A-I, but it's pronounced "way." This is the name of the once of the fastest-growing online haircare companies, and they're changing the roots of hair treatment. In this episode of "Seamless," we spoke with Brittney Barrett, Director of Digital at Ouai. She spoke about building a brand, content strategy and creative teamwork. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Laura Nestler knows a thing or two about achieving work/life balance, and it's because she's blended the two together. Seamlessly. Prior to her current position as Director of Community at Duolingo, Nestler worked with both Yelp and HoneyBook, connecting costumers around the globe with these companies' products. She designed the infrastructure that allowed Yelp to jump off internationally so that you can search that perfect cafe or day spa while abroad. Nestler is also responsible for assisting with HoneyBook's partnership with Rising Tide Society, which connects creative entrepreneurs internationally with the resources they need to build their businesses. In this episode, we speak with Nestler about leadership, the power of language and always asking yourself one question: "Why?" Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Have you ever been doing what you love, but felt lonely while doing it?Natalie Franke was a successful wedding photographer after college, but she lacked the resources and support necessary to build her brand. Creative entrepreneurship felt isolating for her, so Natalie decided to close the gap between her passion and community. She started the Rising Tide Society in 2015 and the organization now hosts chapters internationally to foster support for creatives. RTS is also a part of Honeybook, which offers management software for creative businesses. Natalie serves as the head of community for Honeybook, and regularly posts video blogs and some very motivational Instagram stories. The University of Pennsylvania graduate is now an educator, writer and community builder. Listen here as Natalie speaks with us about neuroscience, social media advertising and what she wants to be when she grows up. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Rachel Silver has discovered something addictive. And it's gluten-free, good for the heart and you can stream it from your kitchen while cook. Who knew such a thing existed? Silver is the founder of Love Stories TV, a media platform which aggregates professional wedding videos. Anyone can submit a video, and it'll be accepted on the site. The most popular videos are shared on Love Stories' social media, where strangers at very cool weddings regularly takeover the story. The product is addictive wedding videos that don't turn someone's special day into a commodity. It's about connection, inspiration and inclusivity. We spoke with Silver about starting the platform, user engagement and of course, true love. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Seamless take three explores the social media strategy and career risks with Dannie Fountain, a self-defined "marketing expert, business strategist, author, educator, digital nomad and whip-smart whiskey drinker." In this episode, we speak with Dannie about how she turned a side hustle into a full-time job and still finds time for wanderlust. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.

Seamless is back with Lisa Rosado, founder and creative director of The Style Theory. Her site is a go-to destination for lifestyle, fashion and beauty inspiration. BF is a total fan of Rosado, who is championing the work-life balance with grace and confidence. In this episode, we talk support systems, growing pains and summer style tips. Got questions about this episode or have a story you want to share with the world? Email us at hello@burgundyfox.com.