The Happi Podcast

Happi Magazine's Managing Editor Christine Esposito chats with Katie Klencheski, founder of SMAKK Studios. Klencheski helps high-profile direct-to-consumer brands embrace sustainability. She sat down with Happi to discuss the competitive advantage that comes from being authentic and the triple bottom line: prosperity, people and planet. 

Happi speaks with famed YouTuber and founder of hair care brand Hairitage about the brand's latest product launch, from hairstyling tools to biotin-infused shampoo and conditioner available in Walmart stores nationwide and on Hairitage.com. The mother of five also spoke of her inspiration to form the company after caring for the hair of her own children and some of her favorite products she uses herself. 

As the new VP of global integrated marketing at Black Opal, LLC, Eden Zeilo oversees BLK/OPL and Fashion Fair, two iconic brands in the beauty space.In this Happi Podcast, Zeilo talks about what drew her to his new role at Black Opal, her own personal memories of Fashion Fair, and how both brands are leveraging their histories and meeting today's consumers where they are with great products and messaging that resonates. In addition, Zeilo shares insight into recent events with key retail partners and shares strategy plans for BLK/OPL and Fashion Fair discusses challenges each faces in the competitive beauty category. 

Albert Chong, vice president of marketing at Ilia Beauty, speaks to Happi about leading the clean beauty company, innovating the customer experience, and generating global growth. 

Today, fast-growing healthcare technology Ro—perhaps best known for its ED treatment brand called Roman, is launching Ro Derm—a new gender-agnostic brand dedicated to dermatology-backed prescription products and services. Dr. Melynda Barnes, chief medical officer at Ro spoke with Happi just before the launch to share details on the company's new tact, which comes at a time when its dermatology products and services business is thriving. In this podcast, Dr. Barnes tells Happi that Ro Derm is going to reinvent the old-school dermatologist appointment experience, and will be exploring having a louder voice in skin health as well as beauty.Ro Derm is launching with three capstone products making up the Custom Rx System, with soon-to-launch expanded product ranges and formulas all developed by the brand's expert dermatologists, including: Custom Rx Treatment (formerly Nightly Defense); Custom Rx System, a three-product set designed that includes Custom Rx Treatment, Hydrating Cleanser (formerly Antioxidant Face Cleanser) and Protecting SPF Lotion (formerly Weightless Face Moisturizer).

Rebecca Robinson, Senior Marketing Manager, (Beauty & Personal Care), interviews Arnita Wofford, Global Marketing and Technical Director, (Beauty & Personal Care) and Senior Chemist, Alex Walther, on everything from the true definition of natural ingredients versus synthetic, the obsession with clean beauty, social media influencers, Univar Solutions extensive specialty ingredient offerings through our global supply chain and the beauty brands these beauty mavens live by. 

With 20 years of beauty industry experience, entrepreneur Charlotte Knight is seeing success with her three brands Ciaté London, Lottie London and Skin Proud. Knight has grown her first brand, Ciaté, from a ground-breaking innovator in nail art, polish, and treatments into a global color cosmetics giant. From the MUA favorite, Dewy Stix, to the world's first transforming Glitter Flip Liquid Lipstick that broke the internet, Ciaté has earned a cult- status as a coveted indie brand, winning over 25 beauty awards around the world since its launch.

Happi Magazine Managing Editor Christine Esposito speaks with Bradley and Jonina Skaggs of Skaggs Creative, a New York City-based branding and digital agency, about the newly-adapted hybrid lifestyle consumers are taking on given the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and the new retail realities impacting the cosmetics and personal care space going into 2022. 

Carell speaks about what Griffin Investors' acquisition of Revision Skincare means across its major franchises and its fast-growing contract manufacturing operation, in addition to "dermfluencers," TikTok, and what's to come for the brand in the year ahead. 

Vigo-Xancó  speaks to Happi about the agro-cosmetics concept, how consumers are valuing the natural traceable ingredients in cosmetics products, and the potential growth of upcycling in newer beauty markets.

Clara Vigo Xanco speaks to Happi about agro cosmetics, how consumers are valuing the natural traceable ingredients in cosmetics products, and the potential growth of upcycling in newer beauty markets.  

Beauty industry experts Victor Casale, former Chief Chemist of MAC Cosmetics and founder of CoverFX, and Joy Chen, former CEO of YesTo and H2O+ Beauty, speak to Happi about the importance of having a healthy skin microbiome and how their new skincare line Pure Culture Beauty makes customized products to fit the unique skincare needs of consumers. Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

Indie beauty brand Common Heir co-founder Angela Ubias speaks to Happi about clean beauty product development and the brand's formation. 

Happi spoke with Dr. Julie Russak of Russak Dermatology about rosacea and Gladskin Skincare's recent remedy, Redness Relief. 

In this January 2021 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview.  We speak with Dr. Elsa Jungman, who has a PhD in skin pharmacology and began her career working in R&D for L'Oréal in Paris.Jungman's passion for researching began while contributing to peer reviewed journals at age 25 and has continued as she's worked with renowned dermatologists and leading brands all over the world. In 2015 she moved to San Francisco where she learned about the skin microbiome and its importance for skin health.She made it her mission to be an advocate and resource for promoting a healthy skin ecosystem. She worked towards that vision by becoming a mentor for biotech startups and STEM students as well as an expert for the Clean Beauty Council at Credo Beauty.She was the first woman awarded at the French American Entrepreneurship Awards in New York in 2019.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this July 2021 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview.  We speak with Terri Vinson, Founder of Synergie Skin.  She's a passionate indie brand founder and formulator with big plans to grow her Australian-based skincare brand in the US market.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this April 2020 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct the first Interview in our Listen to the Leaders Series.  Tom Branna, editor of Happi, speaks with Steve Caldeira, president & CEO of the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA). HCPA is the premier trade association representing companies that make and sell $180 billion annually of products used for cleaning, protecting, maintaining and disinfecting homes and commercial environments. Caldeira answers questions about the cleaning industry, HCPA's annual meeting, the impact of the coronavirus and more…Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this April 2020 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct the second Interview in our Listen to the Leaders Series.  Melissa Hockstad is president and CEO of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the leading association representing the $60 billion US cleaning product supply chain. In this role, she is responsible for the overall leadership of ACI including advocacy, science and research, communications, sustainability and business growth. Hockstad answers questions about the cleaning industry, hand sanitizers, the impact of the coronavirus and more…Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this May 2020  episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct the third Interview in our Listen to the Leaders Series. Dr. Ken Marenus is currently president and CEO of Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors. He has numerous publications in medical and technical journals and is recognized internationally as one of the leaders in the field of cosmetic science and technology. Marenus discusses the status of supply chains, the results of recent membership surveys, the impact of the CARES Act and more…Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, Tom Branna interviews Dr. Manish Shah MD to talk about skin care.  This podcast originally aired in 2019Dr. Shah is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Denver, Colorado. He graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania, receiving a degree in biomedical engineering. He then completed his medical training at the University of Virginia, earning his Medical Doctorate.What are the biggest trends right now? What are patients and consumers looking for? What are the differences between physical and chemical sun block? Find out this and more.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, Tom Branna interviews Dr. Aanand Geria, a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in medical, cosmetic and surgical dermatology. In this podcast, which originally aired in 2020,  they discuss cool sculpting. What is it? Are there side-effects? Who is this for? Find out this and more…Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Antonella Tosti about Scalp and Hair Care. In this episode from January 2020, Dr. Tosti answers questions such as:What are some causes of hair loss? Why is it so prevalent? How can it be prevented?Dr. Antonella Tosti is a Fredric Brandt Endowed Professor of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami. She is also the chief medical advisor to DS Laboratories and the author of over 700 scientific publications. Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast from June 2020, we speak with The Chief Scientific Officer of eraclea skin care and president of the Matrix Biology Institute, Dr. Denlinger along with her husband, Dr. Endre A. Balazs, who had one of the first patents on hyaluronic acid for use in skincare, resulting in an ingredient they sold to Estee Lauder years ago for the company's now-famed wrinkle reducing serum that is still presently on the market.Dr. Denlinger has spent years advancing scientific understanding of hyaluronic acid, a key building block of youthful skin, and developed HylaFusion to deliver hyaluronic acid, along with other key ingredients, effectively. The development of HylaFusion led her to the creation of a new skin care line, eraclea skincare, which was specifically designed to moisturize, hydrate, protect and rejuvenate the skin to help fight aging. She is a guest on the Happi podcast to tell us more.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Aanand Geria, board-certified dermatologist. Dr. Geria returns to The Doctor's Opinion to discuss dry skin and eczema. Where do these skin problems come from and how are they treated? Dr. Geria answers these questions and more.Listen to this episode from April 2020  and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this September 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Monica Saracino of Moon Oral Care. Moon is a new dental care line designed to elevate the everyday routine.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this March 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. CEO Nova Covington discusses her brand's reef-safe sunscreen, new product development and more.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this December 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. In this episode, editorial director Tom Branna interviews Dana Kreutzer, a senior analyst in Kline's Beauty and Personal Care practice. Kreutzer discusses the indie beauty space and where it's heading. Is the indie beauty industry running out of steam? How big is the indie beauty industry? How has it grown over the years? Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this February 2020 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. In this episode, Dr. Beckman discusses the origin of the line, ingredients that drive efficacy, new areas of R&D that have piqued his interest, and how now is the right time for this long-standing insider-favorite to expand its availability. Plastic surgeon and biochemist Dr. James Beckman is CEO and founder of Therapon Skin Health, the indie company behind Theraderm Clinical Skin Care, a line of medical grade skin care products.  While he didn't envision starting a skin care company over two decades ago, Beckman's clinically-proven, patented skin care solutions garnered an impressive 80% patient retention rate. With natural fruit enzymes, powerful antioxidants and superior absorption properties, the Theraderm range addresses a host of skin concerns. Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this April 2020 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Linda Thompson, the founder of Olie Biologique, a brand that aims to deliver great skin care through the use of facial oil formulations. Thompson rolled her line of oils when the norm was a regimen of lotions and crèmes. As oils proliferate across the beauty category, Thompson continues to formulate and explore new materials. Happi had the chance to speak with Thompson about why she started Olie Biologique, her current roster of products and more. Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this November 2020 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview.  Straight out of Los Angeles, DreamGirls is a new healthy hair care line created to repair, restore and revive damaged strands. The brand is Black-owned, female founded and a family-operated business by sisters Tonya Thompson and Sharie Wilson.  We talk to Sharie about the latest news at DreamGirls. Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Lafe Larson, founder of Lafe's Natural BodyCare, a venerable player in the natural personal care marketplace. In this episode, Lafe discusses his company's 25 year history, the importance of clinicals and claims in the natural deodorant category, why being a B Corp matters, his plans for 2020 and much more.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Good Science Beauty Founder, Dr. Suzanne Saffie-Siebert. Check out the latest creations in the subscription box category.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this 2019 episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Jeannie Jarnot of Beauty Heroes. Check out the latest creations in the subscription box category.Listen to this episode and see what you think of the Indie Interview. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Andrew Surwilo, CEO of Atlantic Coast Brands.  In this podcast from 2020, Surwilo details Thick Head, the latest innovation from the company.Listen to this episode and see what you think of Atlantic Coast Brands. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast, a podcast focused on the Household and Personal Products industry and factors impacting it, we conduct an Indie Interview. We speak with Rebeccas Hamilton and Emily Schwerin-Whyte of Badger. Rebecca and Emily are now leading the forward-thinking personal care brand founded by their father in 1995.Listen to this episode from May 2019 and see what you think of Next Generation at Badger. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In this episode of The Happi Podcast from April, 2019, we speak with Clean Beauty Collective. Listen to this episode and see what you think of Clean Beauty Collective. If you'd like to share thoughts, ask questions, or suggest a future participant for The Happi Podcast please reach out to tbranna@rodmanmedia.comListen to the podcast streaming via the player or get the podcast on The Happi Podcast channel via your preferred vendor of podcasts, such as Apple Podcasts (iTunes) or Spotify.Click here to review other podcasts.

In case you missed it, last month Happi Magazine Editor Tom Branna interviewed Dr. Guglielmo Bifulco of Kalichem Srl who detailed the benefits of biomimetic hydroxyapatite technology for skin hygiene and sun protection. Specifically, he explained how to work with Apalight, a mineral SPF booster and Kalygienic, an active for skin protection against microbes with long-lasting action.

A sales and education executive with over 25 years of experience at beauty brands such as MAC, Benefit and more, Paula Floyd of Headkount is a leading authority on beauty at retail. She is our special guest on the Happi podcast to chat about what's next for makeup, skin care and more.

Anastasia Tobias, head of marketing, sun, Edgewell Personal Care, discusses the brand's clever way to drive compliance among consumers.

Singer, songwriter, actress and television personality Kelly Rowland rose to fame as a member of Destiny's Child. Now, as a busy mom, Kelly has been using P&G's top selling Dawn Powerwash Dish Spray to tackle dirty dishes quickly and get out of the kitchen faster and back to what matters most!  Learn more about this product through Kelly herself in the latest Happi Podcast.

Jessica Quick and Denise Dente, cofounders of Buzz Beauté have published a new book about doing business globally. Whip Fire Money is an easy-to-use international guide that delivers practical information alongside checklists, red flags and other insider tips for beauty brands.

Andrea Chase, director of corporate responsibility and social impact, shares details on accomplishments, what's planned for Earth Month and more.

CEO and Co-Founder Dr. Yug Varma talks to Happi about his company, Phi Therapeutics and recent clinical trial results.

Cosmetic chemist and “certified nose” Vince Spinnato knows a thing or two about beauty. His industry experience spans over 25 years and includes his own brand. Now, Spinnato's memoir, My Pursuit of Beauty, is out on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble. He is here today as a special guest on the Happi Podcast.

Daya Fields, president of Pipette, is a beauty industry veteran whose career includes stops at multinationals and startups. In this episode of the Happi Podcast, Fields talks about what's new at the clean beauty startup.

Brand's new initiative shines light on the recession's impact on women and takes action to help them recover. CMO Anisha Raghavan explains.

Unilever recently debuted Find Your Happy Place – a new bath and body brand in partnership with Walmart. The launch included four collections inspired by real consumers' happy places. Greg Ross, vice president of Skin Cleansing at Unilever, spoke with Happi about the launch.

Greg Dicum digs into the numbers and shares insight into how to navigate this evolving and growing marketplace.

Dr. Frauke Neuser speaks to Happi about this gender equality initiative, her own journey in cosmetic chemistry and what's happening at Olay.

Godrej North America is a leading company in the personal care space, with brands such as African Pride, Strength of Nature and more. Behind those brands are Kendria Strong (EVP of Marketing and Innovation) and Akuba Torvikey Dawkins (Head of Product Development). In this podcast, they discuss the challenges of working in new product development, their careers, and how to carve out one's own space in the beauty business.

Joni Rogers-Kante is the founder, CEO and chairwoman of SeneGence, a direct to consumer skincare and makeup company. In this episode of the Happi Podcast, Rogers-Kante discusses the company's top-selling products, its efforts to provide aid during the coronavirus pandemic, and other recent developments.