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Send us a textThis week's episode covers some male-centered entertainment news.Barry Diller, Diane von Furstenberg's husband and prominent media executive, has revealed more about his sexuality and his marriage to the famed DVF designer.Tommy Lee's and his wife, Brittany Furlan, are living separately amidst marital strife after Furlan strayed from the marriage with a catfish pretending to be Ronnie Radke.Brian Austin Green continues his tour of badmouthing his ex, Vanessa Marcil, and praising Megan Fox. Is this a secret attempt to get back in Fox's good graces?Dave Grohl axed his new drummer, Josh Freese, and Freese let the world know about his Foo Fighters firing via Instagram.Jay Leno joined Graham Bensinger for a conversation that revisited his Late Night feud with Conan O'Brien.I'm done discussing Meghan Markle. Give me feedback on IG @THEDISHMASTER

Listen back to this fascinating interview from season one, where Diane von Furstenberg talks about the relationships in her life – and who she believes the most important one of all is. Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 76-year-old fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg. In this conversation, Diane tells Julia why she’s always looked forward to getting older, the one piece of clothing she thinks every woman should have in her closet, and how she says her mother made her fearless. Plus, Julia and her mom Judith debate a questionable fashion choice Julia nearly made. Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram and TikTok @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast. Keep up with Diane von Furstenberg @DVF on X and @DVF and @therealDVF on Instagram. Find out more about other shows on our network at @lemonadamedia on all social platforms. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/. For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's the thing: no matter what your catalyst is, whether it's a layoff or you quit and pivoted, you'll always end up where you need to be. Take our guest, Lucia, for example. She was laid off during the pandemic, and soon after, she realized her dream wasn't to be an art director for Amazon. That company, by the way, laid off her entire team as soon as things got rough. Now that she had the freedom to take a breath and think about what she actually wanted to do, Lucia knew she wanted to work for herself and be an illustrator. Now, she's a successful working artist who has partnered with some of the biggest brands in the world.    Lucia Diaz is a published illustrator and co-author of Viva Latina, created in collaboration with Sandra Velasquez, the visionary CEO of Nopalera. As a sought-after public speaker, she has delivered impactful talks for prestigious brands, including American Express, Target, WBENC, We All Grow Latina, and Latinas in Tech. In her work as an illustrator, she has partnered with iconic global brands such as DIOR, Tiffany & Co., CHANEL, Giorgio Armani, SAKS, DVF, and Carolina Herrera, elevating events through live sketching and art that captures the essence of culture and elegance. Lucia Diaz's passion for illustration stems from a deep desire to ensure Latinas see themselves authentically represented.    Growing up, the only Latina she encountered in history books was Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. This lack of visibility inspired her to take action. Studies indicate that Latinas constitute only 3-5% of the figures featured in U.S. history textbooks—a statistic that does not reflect their profound contributions to America's legacy. Through her art and storytelling, she illuminates the power of representation. Whether creating inspiring illustrations or leading dynamic workshops, her mission is to celebrate Latinas, amplify their voices, and ensure young girls—like her goddaughter—see themselves in stories of wisdom, strength, and achievement.   In this week's episode, she shares her story of how she went from being a child of a low-income family to working with luxury brands and having an extremely coveted mentor. She went from being laid off to creating a successful business that works with some of the biggest brands in the world. She now shares her story and encourages other artists to start working for themselves rather than relying on corporate entities that don't care about them. Listen to Lucia's episode for incredible entrepreneurial tips, real-life experiences, and heartfelt connections now.    Follow Lucia on: Instagram: @holaluciadiaz LinkedIn: Lucia Diaz LLC Book Link + Subscribe: https://fearlessyaya.com/subscribe/ Check out Lucia's services here: https://byluciadiaz.com/services    Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here. Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here.   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

In this episode of The Founder Spirit, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Founder of SOC Films, shares her journey from growing up in Pakistan to winning the Academy Awards (twice!). She discusses the powerful narratives she has captured in her films, including two Oscar-winning documentaries, “Saving Face” and “A Girl in the River”, and emphasizes the importance of empathy in storytelling, the challenges faced by women around the world, and her commitment to amplifying voices that inspire change. She also reflects on her recent work in Hollywood, the lessons she drew from working with Diane von Furstenberg in her latest biopic, as well as the significance of sharing diverse stories that resonate with global audiences.How did Sharmeen become the only female director to have won two Academy Awards by the age of 37? TUNE IN to this conversation & find out. For detailed transcript and show notes, please visit TheFounderSpirit.com.Also follow us on: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheFounderSpirit- Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/TheFounderSpirit- YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheFounderSpirit- Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TheFounderSpirit- X:  https://twitter.com/founder_spiritIf this podcast has been beneficial or valuable to you, feel free to become a patron and support us on Patreon.com, that is P-A-T-R-E-O-N.com/TheFounderSpirit.As always, you can find us on Apple, YouTube and Spotify, as well as social media and our website at TheFounderSpirit.com.The Founder Spirit podcast is proud to be a partner of the Villars Institute, a non-profit foundation focused on accelerating the transition to a net-zero economy and restoring planetary health.About This Podcast:Whether you are an entrepreneur, a mid-career professional or someone who's just starting out in life, The Founder Spirit podcast is for you!In this podcast series, we'll be interviewing exceptional individuals from all over the world with the founder spirit, ranging from social entrepreneurs, tech founders, to philanthropists, elite athletes, and more. Together, we'll uncover not only how they manage to succeed in face of multiple challenges, but also who they are as people and their human story.So TUNE IN & be inspired by stories from their life journey!

I talk to the simply incredible DIANE VON FURSTENBERG. Global fashion icon, entrepreneur, and steadfast advocate for female empowerment, we discuss her first art memory, the miracle of her mother's early life, what is was like hanging out with Andy Warhol and that famous kitchen polaroid, what is was like being painted and photographed by Francesco Clemente, Chuck Close and Li Song Song. That's just the start. We then talk about how she created the iconic wrap dress, if she knew early on that she going to be a huge success, what it means to her to be an icon, how she deals with failure, what her family and staff think about her, and DVF also offers invaluable advice on starting a fashion business and much, much, more.Download, it's filled with LIFE ADVICE and is an absolute MASTERPIECE.Thank you to @therealdvf for being a true icon and fantastic guest.Photo copyright owned by DVFProduced by Martin LumsdenMusic by Robin Katz Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebecca Zhou is the co-founder and CEO of the bodycare brand Soft Services. Zhou has been at the forefront of the DTC consumer goods industry for over a decade. She began her career as a strategist at Gin Lane Media, an early investor in trendsetting brands like Harry's, Quip, Sweetgreen, and Reformation. She then moved over to Glossier as the third-ever employee and head of digital product. After that, she consulted for five years, bringing her expertise and keen design eye to places such as Khaite, Peach & Lily, and DVF. In 2017, she co-founded a luxury housecoat business with her husband called OffHours. That project sparked her desire to return to building a company from the ground up, so in 2019, she co-founded Soft Services, an innovative bodycare brand that creates sumptuous products that provide effective solutions for skin issues like keratosis pilaris and body acne. Earlier this year, Soft Services launched at Sephora online and in 300 stores across the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the second and final part of this series, Chairman Anthony V. Lupo is joined by Diane von Furstenberg at the inaugural AFS Fashion Insiders Executive Forum, where Diane reflects on her journey from a young girl unsure of her path to a powerful woman, shaped by her iconic dress design. She shares insights from the DVF documentary, discussing her fearless and authentic life, and emphasizes the importance of learning from life experiences, designing life with practicality and comfort, and embracing the philosophy that packing lightly equates to living lightly.

In this episode of Collective Wisdom, Lucy is joined by April Uchitel, a corporate leader with C-level experience in beauty, fashion and tech who is now the CEO and Co-founder of THE BOARD.From serving as EVP of Global Sales & Strategy at DVF to CEO at Violet Grey and CBO at Spring, April cultivated decades of experience as a talented strategist, manager and thought leader. She is also a founding member of IAMAVOTER and sits on the board of Lake & Skye, GLAM4GOOD and Advisory boards for TRYNOW, and SHOP MY.Today April brings all of her experience to the show to discuss why community is the future and how we can find more success and fulfillment in our lives by investing in our relationships.Tune in for sought-after career advice and a reminder of the power of radical generosity and alignment.Jump into the conversation:[2:30] Civic engagement & what matters to April right now[7:00] The importance of the power to choose[9:00] How April's impressive career evolved through & beyond corporate[21:00] 3 pillars of re-invention & longevity[22:00] All about THE BOARD[33:00] The value of community[40:00] Radical generosity & alignment[50:30] April's pearl of wisdomMore about our guest: April Uchitel is CEO & Co-Founder of THE BOARD, a vetted community of over 225 value-driven consultants bringing c-level “dream team” expertise to companies like FARFETCH & MODA OPERANDI. As the former CEO at Violet Grey, April led & executed the company's growth strategy across all channels to prime the VG for acquisition.As the CBO at tech start-up & digital shopping destination Spring, April led brand strategy & curation, bringing over 1,600 brands (from Warby Parker to Gucci) to the platform. Prior to Spring she spent 25 years in fashion & for 9 years was the EVP of Global Sales & Strategy at DVF, where she played an essential role in developing DVF into an iconic global brand.April has long been considered a thought leader & is a sought after participant for panels & podcasts. April served as a mentor in the prestigious CFDA Incubator program for 6 years & sits on the board of Lake & Skye, GLAM4GOOD, and Advisory boards for TRYNOW, and SHOP MY.April is a self proclaimed “accidental activist” & is a founding member of IAMAVOTER — a non-partisan coalition that aims to create a cultural shift around voting and civic engagement. April's leadership skills have been profiled by Women@Forbes & more recently in Oprah Daily. Stay connected:Check out The Murmuration CollectiveConnect with us on Instagram & LinkedInSubscribe to our monthly newsletter

This week, I'm thrilled to have the fabulous Julie Peelo on the podcast. Julie's design journey reads like a fashionista's dream: she's worked with luxury giants like Dior, Marni, and DVF. And now? She's ditched the big names to put her own name on something big—her very own bag line!In this episode, Julie dishes on what it's really like behind the scenes at the world's top fashion houses, her evolution from designer to brand founder, and why she decided it was time to create something truly her own. From high-end runway looks to the everyday chic, Julie's story is proof that the best accessory is a little courage (and, okay, maybe a designer bag).If you've ever dreamed of working in fashion, launching your own brand, or just want to hear what goes on behind the seams (see what I did there?), this episode's for you.Tune in and get ready to laugh, be inspired, and maybe even shop a little.Find Julie:Peelo Website Peelo Instagram Julie Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Model and actress Alexis Ren shares her powerful journey of reclaiming her multi-dimensional identity after rising to fame at a young age. Alexis openly discusses the challenges of navigating the opinions of others and societal expectations, and how she ultimately found the courage to shed her outdated identity and embrace the full complexity of who she is. Through her own personal growth work, Alexis discovered the transformative power of acting as a spiritual practice, allowing her to connect more deeply with her emotions and access hidden parts of herself. She also speaks candidly about facing limiting beliefs, and the crucial process of rebuilding her self-worth and authentic beauty in our superficial world. She also shares her journey towards a holistic, healthy state of being - and her insights on using one's "triggers" as opportunities for growth and transformation. She also shares valuable wisdom on the importance of building supportive friendships and community, and her decision to start a podcast as a means of empowering others on their own journeys of self-discovery. Seed:  Go to https://seed.com/knowthyself and use code 25KNOWTHYSELF for 25% off your first month of Seed André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ 0:00 Intro  1:24 Our Dinner Party with Bryan Johnson  3:15 The Reality of Becoming a Podcaster 11:29 Breaking Out of Boxes & Reclaiming Her Multi-Dimensional Self 16:05 Navigating Fame at a Young Age 25:33 Acting as a Spiritual Practice 33:09 Embodying the Fullness of Who We Are  39:40 Seed: Save 25% off your first month 40:57 "Has My Time Already Passed?" Facing Limiting Beliefs 45:04 Self Worth in a Superficial Industry  52:26 Where Appearance & Inner Beauty Merge 54:14 Burning Out, Letting Go, and Learning to Listen 56:55 How to Use Your Triggers to Transform 1:00:40 Unlocking a Holistic, Healthy State of Being 1:09:50 What Most People Don't Know About Her 1:17:06 Building Friendships & Community that Uplifts Us 1:24:22 Giving People the Grace to Change 1:26:09 Conclusion ___________ Alexis Ren is an American model, entrepreneur, actress, and internet celebrity. She is one of the most recognizable influencers in the world, and an advocate for mental health, self-love, and empowerment. She was Maxim's US and Mexico cover girl for August 2017, She was voted Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie of 2018, and has 13.1 million followers on Instagram. Alexis Ren was born on November 23, 1996, in Santa Monica, California. Alexis Ren is the founder of a management company in Japan, Meissa Inc. She's worked with Brands like DVF, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Express, Colourpop, and has starred in videos such as The Chainsmokers- Paris (2017), Love Advent by Love Magazine, Kygo Ft. Chelsea Cutler - Not Ok, Final Fantasy XV: A New Empire, and she was also a contestant on the ABC show Dancing with the Stars season 27, landing in 3rd place. Most recently she has launched a new podcast, Easy A Podcast.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisren/ "Easy A Podcast": https://www.youtube.com/@EasyAPodcast We Are Warriors Wellness Community: https://wearewarriors.co ___________ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

In this episode, Yvonne is joined by Julie Peelo the founder of PEELO the Irish premium handbag and accessories brand. Without realising it Julie has been using manifestation techniques to get herself to where she wanted to be at each stage of her life. At 23, she went to Italy without having a job lined up and not being able to speak Italian and worked across the world but came back to Ireland to become the design director for Ireland's largest retailer, Dunnes Stores and marry her soulmate. Before setting up PEELO she had worked at John Rocha in Dublin, Marni in Milan, and John Galliano's studio in Paris, DVF and was asked to re-invent the Juicy Couture brand. She and Yvonne discuss her journey and the role manifestation played. KEY TAKEAWAYS From a relatively early age Julie has followed her gut instincts and took risks. You cannot manifest something out of thin air. You have to take action, hustle for it, and work hard. When you see an opportunity, be brave and take it. Sometimes it can take a couple of years for everything to fall into place. Visualisation is enormously powerful for manifestation. The universe throws you challenges. Follow your gut when deciding how to tackle them. If bad things happen, decide what to do about it, then move on. BEST MOMENTS ‘You gotta hustle a little bit. I worked my ass off which got me an absolute dream job in my 20s. ´ ‘It was just really wild and creative.' ‘I am trying to target cruise ships because I think that would be interesting for my business.'   GUEST AND EPISODE RESOURCES https://peelo.ie/ VALUABLE RESOURCES website: pausepenny.com Instagram: @yvonnetchrakian_manifest @pause.penny LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-tchrakian-64257619/   HOST BIO Yvonne started her career as a corporate lawyer for one of Ireland's top law firms. After the loss of a baby during pregnancy, Yvonne founded Pause. Penny - which was created to inspire people to manifest their dream lives. She is also a mom of four. Yvonne is a serial manifester, manifesting everything from her dream jobs (yes, multiple), her soulmate, dream house and even her twins! Podcast Description This podcast is all about manifesting your dream life. Interviews with incredible entrepreneurs who are using manifestation to create successful businesses and solo episodes on how to start manifesting everything you desire. Yvonne teaches you 7 simple steps to manifesting your dream life, shares her own personal manifestation stories and gives practical advice on how to make manifestation a lifestyle. Tune in and I guarantee you will be manifesting your dreams!

Just a few days after the Tribeca premiere of her new documentary, “Diane Von Furstenberg: Woman In Charge”, Chloe sits down with the designer and all around legend, DVF. They talk about the renowned wrap dress that made her a household name, what it was like to be the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, and her favorite parts of aging. Also, the takeaways from this season's resort shows and what is next for Chanel.  

  In this week's episode, we're diving deep into portfolio management. We're joined by Gerard Ryan, an expert in nurturing innovation within companies and masterfully balancing product development projects. Understanding how to prioritize, manage, and evolve product portfolios is critical for any business looking to drive growth and maintain competitive advantage. Gerard provides insights into the 10 key practices ensuring portfolio management success, reflecting on real-world challenges and strategic solutions.   Gerard Ryan brings a wealth of experience in the innovation and product development sectors to the table. Having launched a successful company, Prodex, which Sopheon acquired, he is well-versed in the practicalities of bringing new ideas to market and the strategic management of product portfolios. His diverse background in architecture, industrial design, computer manufacturing, and consulting, coupled with his experience across different countries and business units, provides a unique global perspective on the art and science of innovation.   "Portfolio management success doesn't happen by accident; it's the result of deliberate practices, well-established governance, and a culture that fosters innovation." - Gerard Ryan   This week on Innovation Talks: • Portfolio management frameworks like ABV and DVF are essential for aligning product development with strategic business objectives. • Cross-functional integration of perspectives is necessary for rounded decision-making in product development. • A strategic shift in the product portfolio should reflect the shifting market demands and sustainability concerns. • "Fewer, bigger, better" should be the focus to streamline and fortify innovation efforts within a business. • Balancing risk with innovation requires constant vigilance and flexibility in assessing and adjusting the portfolio lineup. • Visibility, data governance, and innovation maturity are building blocks for a vibrant, responsive portfolio. • Continuous lifecycle planning and prioritization using strategic frameworks allow dynamic resource allocation. • The creation of a culture that values innovation governance and systematic frameworks is key to securing long-term success.   Connect with Gerard Ryan: ·     LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerard-ryan-218a881/)       Resources Mentioned: • ABV Framework • Ideo's DVF Model       This Podcast is brought to you by Sopheon Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.   Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innovation-talks/id1555857396) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/Innovation-Talks-p1412337/) | GooglePlay (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9pbm5vdmF0aW9udGFsa3MubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M%3D) | Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=614195) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1dX5b8tWI29YbgeMwZF5Uh) | iHeart (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-innovation-talks-82985745/)   Be sure to connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SopheonCorp/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/sopheon) , and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sopheon/) , and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners, like you.   For additional information around new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's newsletter where we share news and industry best practices monthly! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com (https://www.sopheon.com/) and click here (https://info.sopheon.com/subscribe) .

¿Qué os contamos aquí? Pues que hemos vuelto, despues de tantísimo tiempo estamos aquí. En un capitulo muy especial que marcará un antes y un después en DVF. Casi un año sin emitir arrancamos fuerte hablando de los Tabula. Lo último que hemos jugado: VillaCaperu: Valkirias, proto Cati Rafa: Blood on the clocktower, Un día en las carreras Irene: Partys sobre todo: La morada maldita, Scrawl Fran: Bus Euros a la Hucha VillaCaperu: el Wingspan de Dragones Fran: Bardwood Grove Irene: 5minutesmistery o como se llame y Barrio Rafa: El proto de Cati y el de Meffy Y vamos a las recomendaciones lúdicas o no lúdicas… VillaCaperu: Mikel Santiago,Los Nombres Propios y la Chica Charco Rafa: Cualquier cosa drag, Te estoy amando locamente Fran: La Zaranda Irene: Leer en papel… y una serie: Deadloch En Instagram DadosVerdesFritos En Twitter DadosVFritos Dadle al play. TELEGRAM : https://t.me/DVF_enlamesa

Get ready to dive into the fashion universe with the incomparable Brittany Hampton on this week's episode of In Good Company. With roots tracing back to her grandmother's design legacy, Brittany's passion for style was born and bred within her. Tune in as she shares the hilarious tale of her chance encounter with Jeremiah in LA. From styling icons like Russell Westbrook, Lewis Hamilton, and Ariana Grande to her triumphant win on the TV competition series House of DVF, Brittany's journey is a testament to her unparalleled talent and unwavering dedication. As the creative director and designer for Honor the Gift, she set new standards, crafting bold and innovative looks that redefined athletic fashion. Now, as she continues to evolve with her company, Color by Virtue, Brittany brings her creative vision to new heights. Don't miss this episode as we unravel the threads of Brittany Hampton's extraordinary career and her unwavering commitment to the artistry of style.Click here to watch the full video episodes, subscribe to 'The Menu,' and find all of our 5-Star Picks!

 In this week's episode, we're diving deep into portfolio management. We're joined by Gerard Ryan, an expert in nurturing innovation within companies and masterfully balancing product development projects. Understanding how to prioritize, manage, and evolve product portfolios is critical for any business looking to drive growth and maintain competitive advantage. Gerard provides insights into the 10 key practices ensuring portfolio management success, reflecting on real-world challenges and strategic solutions. Gerard Ryan brings a wealth of experience in the innovation and product development sectors to the table. Having launched a successful company, Prodex, which Sopheon acquired, he is well-versed in the practicalities of bringing new ideas to market and the strategic management of product portfolios. His diverse background in architecture, industrial design, computer manufacturing, and consulting, coupled with his experience across different countries and business units, provides a unique global perspective on the art and science of innovation. "Portfolio management success doesn't happen by accident; it's the result of deliberate practices, well-established governance, and a culture that fosters innovation." - Gerard Ryan This week on Innovation Talks:• Portfolio management frameworks like ABV and DVF are essential for aligning product development with strategic business objectives. • Cross-functional integration of perspectives is necessary for rounded decision-making in product development. • A strategic shift in the product portfolio should reflect the shifting market demands and sustainability concerns. • "Fewer, bigger, better" should be the focus to streamline and fortify innovation efforts within a business.• Balancing risk with innovation requires constant vigilance and flexibility in assessing and adjusting the portfolio lineup.• Visibility, data governance, and innovation maturity are building blocks for a vibrant, responsive portfolio.• Continuous lifecycle planning and prioritization using strategic frameworks allow dynamic resource allocation. • The creation of a culture that values innovation governance and systematic frameworks is key to securing long-term success. Connect with Gerard Ryan:·     LinkedIn   Resources Mentioned:• ABV Framework• Ideo's DVF Model   This Podcast is brought to you by SopheonThanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners, like you. For additional information around new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's newsletter where we share news and industry best practices monthly! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com and click here.

Brussels' native daughter Diane von Furstenberg has been back in her hometown for a number of different events in the last few months. She was honored by the city and there was a retrospective of her career at the Fashion & Lace Museum. Most recently she inaugurated a new costume for the Manneken Pis; a pint-sized version of her iconic wrap dress cut from the dress she wore on the cover of Newsweek fifty years ago. Nicolas Lore, head of exhibitions and publications at the Fashion & Lace Museum, and Brussels Mayor Philippe Close talk to us about what DvF means for Brussels. https://www.fashionandlacemuseum.brussels/en/

A total of 16 machines, including a number making their UK and MACH Show debuts, plus two automated manufacturing cells and a complete Mills' technology line-up will be on the largest stand at the event.  In Hall 19 on Stand 110 Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of DN Solutions' and Zayer machine tools in the UK and Ireland is promising to make MACH 2024 a truly inspiring and transformative event. With a reputation for always ‘pushing the boat out' at previous MACH shows the company is doing something similar, confirming that it will be showcasing a total of 16 machines on its 750sq/m stand. The company's technology line-up at the event includes eight milling machines which will be seven DN Solutions' 3 and 5-axis vertical and horizontal machining centres, a large-capacity Zayer horizontal CNC bed mill, seven DN Solutions' lathes and turning centres and a DN Solutions' SMX multi-tasking mill/turn machine.  Two of the turning centres being showcased form the mainstay machine tool elements of two separate automated manufacturing cells. This inclusion demonstrates the growing popularity of Mills' automation solutions and their importance to the company's future growth ambitions. With a focus on innovation and automation, Mills' eagerly-anticipated MACH 2024 theme, currently being rolled out, will not disappoint and is quite literally ‘out-of-this-world'. “Our stand at MACH 2022, with its Broadway theme, raised the bar in terms of creativity and stand design,” says Tony Dale, Mills CNC's CEO. “As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are confident that we have ‘gone one better' this time around with our MACH 2024 ‘SPACE ODYSSEY' themed stand.” Five of the machines on Mills' stand are new models that are making their MACH show debuts. Occupying the largest space on Mills' stand will be the new Zayer XIOS G CNC horizontal bed mill. This large-capacity machine is equipped with a built-in rotary table 1500mm by 1500mm, a 5-axis, 45-degree milling head and the latest Heidenhain control. With its powerful, high-torque 40kW 6,000rpm spindle and impressive positional accuracy of 0.008mm and repeatable accuracy of 0.005mm, the XIOS G is ideal for large aerospace, rail, energy and oil and gas part processing. New DN Solutions' machines making their MACH 2024 debuts include the compact, FANUC-controlled DVF 4000 simultaneous 5-axis machining centre, the DNT 2100M and DNT 2600 models from the recently-launched DNT-series of high-performance lathes and a V 9300M vertical turning lathe. The DVF 4000 is the latest addition to DN Solutions' popular DVF series of simultaneous 5-axis machining centres and is equipped with a 12,000rpm spindle, a 400mm diameter, a built-in rotary tilting table and a 60-position ATC.  The FANUC-controlled DNT 2100M has an 8” chuck/65mm bar diameter and is equipped with an 18.5kW 4500rpm spindle, a 12-station turret and driven tooling capabilities up to 10,000rpm. The DNT 2600 is a 10” chuck with 81mm bar diameter, equipped with a 26kW 3,500rpm spindle and 10-position turret.  The V 9300M is a robust and powerful 24” chuck vertical turning lathe with 20m/min rapids, a 45kW 1800rpm spindle, a 12-station turret, 4,000rpm driven tooling capability and an additional, front-mounted ATC. In addition to new machines making their debuts, Mills' stand also features several popular and best-selling models from its well-established machining centre, turning centre and mill-turn machine ranges. Mills will also show the DVF 5000 simultaneous 5-axis machining centre and to emphasise its future importance to the company, Mills is showcasing two DVF 5000's on its stand – one standalone model and one integrated with a multi-level automated pallet change system. Other milling favourites being exhibited include three DNM vertical machines centres, a DNM 4500 with Siemens control ‘Ad Astra': Automated robot cells  In recent years, Mills CNC has gained a reputation for supplying manufacturers with productivity-enhancing automated manufacturing cells. At MACH 2024, the company is reinforcing its automation and turnkey solutions' pedigree and credentials by showcasing two robot cells on its stand. The first of these – a SYNERGI Premier cell comprises a 12” chuck Puma 3100SY sub-spindle, Y-axis turning centre integrated with a FANUC industrial robot, a five-drawer part load/unload station and a 17” touchscreen iHMI. The cell is driven by Mills' proprietary SYNERGi software. The second cell incorporating a compact 10” chuck Lynx 2600SY sub-spindle Y-axis lathe is integrated with a cobot and this will be undertaking a range of machine tending operations. Concludes Tony Dale: “Visit us at MACH 2024 for a true voyage of discovery. We'd b

We chat with Target's SVP of Apparel & Accessories Gena Fox about partnerships with brands like DVF, navigating fast-changing trends on TikTok, the importance of supply chain speed, and Target's focus on sparking joy through fashion. Gena discusses Target's specialty in store fulfillment, same-day delivery, how they adapt processes to meet guest demand, and why she's so excited about Target's upcoming collaborations and ability to deliver newness. Whether you're interested in Target, apparel retail, fast fashion, or omnichannel, this interview provides unique insights from one of Target's long-tenured executives. Thanks to Firework for making all our #etail2024 content possible, come stop by and see us all day today in booth #100.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! I'm back in Accra and it's HOT and HUMID, but thankfully not so dusty--I've successfully evaded the Harmattan! A significant contrast to the environs for my guest this week who dials in from her hometown of London, England. Raised between London and Brooklyn with roots in Jamaica, Aruba and Donimica, Marlea Edwards was drawn to the creative arts from theatre to photography, storytelling, mythology and anthropology from an early age. She is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary creative artist and creative consultant with a key focus on visual storytelling and connecting to audiences. She is CEO and founder of Me + You Films, a boutique production company. As a global, independent professional creative director, producer, director, writer, filmmaker, and edit producer, her early career and work includes working on award-winning BBC shows like Top Gear, Strictly Come Dancing and Eastenders 25 Live, to the London 2012 Olympic Games, London and New York Fashion week and Lenny Kravitz's Strut Tour. Other Brands and Clients include Endemol, BBC, Tom Ford and Tom Ford Beauty, Gucci, DVF, Kohl's, FarFetch, Lush Cosmetics, Preen and ITN Productions. Her latest project, Garms: Black Culture's Influence on British Fashion (https://youtu.be/9wnbOFO6lds?si=eZz_tvYQX1O2EgyK), a one-off documentary deep dive into the world of Black British fashion and culture premiers this week on Wednesday, February 21st. Currently writing and freelancing for award-winning brands and production companies, her own and others, when she's not working with commercial clients she creates artwork with an African spiritualist theme focused on the female form. Where to find Marlea? marleaedwards.com (https://www.marleaedwards.com) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlea-edwards-93790012/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/marleamarl/?hl=en) On Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/marleaedwardsxmeandyou) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/MarleaEdwards) On IMDb (= https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4237999/?ref_=nmbio_ov) What's Marlea listening to? André 3000 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9_3000) Cleo Sol (https://cleo-sol.com) Sampha (https://www.sampha.com) What's Marlea watching? One Day on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/gh/title/81256740?source=35) Champion on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/gh/title/81478663?source=35) Dreaming Whilst Black (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dreaming_Whilst_Black) Other topics of interest: About Queens Park, London (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen%27s_Park,_London) About Wembley, UK (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wembley) About Prospect Park, Brooklyn (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prospect_Park_(Brooklyn)) About Miss Lou, Jamaican poet laureate (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louise_Bennett-Coverley) the london stage school (https://thelondonstageschool.co.uk/#:~:text=london%20stage%20school-,The%20london%20stage%20school%20is%20an%20exciting%20part%2Dtime%20theatre,at%20the%20london%20stage%20school.%22) Who are Key Workers in the UK? (https://features.naht.org.uk/keyworkers/index.html) BET UK's Cicela Deane (https://www.televisual.com/news/deane-in-as-commissioning-exec-at-bet-uk/) London Fashion Week (https://londonfashionweek.co.uk) About Bianca Saunders (https://biancasaunders.com/pages/about) About Martine Rose (https://martine-rose.com/en-int) About Tolu Coker (https://londonfashionweek.co.uk/designers/tolu-coker) About Labrum (https://labrumlondon.com) About Althea McNish (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althea_McNish) Liberty London (https://www.libertylondon.com) About Nicholas Daley (https://nicholasdaley.net) Priya Ahluwalia (https://ahluwalia.world/pages/about) Cortez Streetwear (https://cortezco.co/pages/about-cortezco) Windrush then and now (https://lordslibrary.parliament.uk/windrush-scandal-and-compensation-scheme/) 4 -7 - 8 Breathing (https://www.healthline.com/health/4-7-8-breathing#Other-techniques-to-help-you-sleep) Special Guest: Marlea Edwards.

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Heidi and Ellen were delighted to talk with Telicia Bunch and astrologically trace her career in fashion.  Telicia, a seasoned fashion industry veteran with 25 years of expertise, has lent her technical design talents to renowned brands such as Gap, J-Crew, Ralph Lauren, DVF, and more. Today, she proudly holds the role of Founder and CEO at Lorrel, an empowering women's sustainable fashion brand, reimagining the capsule wardrobe concept with a revitalizing perspective that focuses on ethical fashion practices and inclusivity in sizing and representation. Her talents have been recognized nationally and she was recently awarded as a semi-finalist in the 2023 Black Ambition Competition. Website: https://lorrel.com/ IG/FB: @the.lorrel   Chart Your Career Instagram: @chartyourcareerpodcast To connect with the hosts, visit: Heidi Rose Robbins, Astrologer & Poet: heidirose.com  Ellen Fondiler, Career & Business Strategist: ellenfondiler.com

Luke has 12+ years of global branding, marketing, and advertising experience in the fashion, beauty, lifestyle and culture space. A multi-disciplined strategic, creative, and business-oriented leader with a strong understanding of industry trends, cultural landscapes, and experience driving multi-channel teams.  Currently, Global VP of Marketing for Mackage, a luxury outerwear leader, with a focus on driving global awareness, influence and affinity. Previously holding leadership roles at ALDO and agency-side, working on brands like: Nordstrom, Living Proof, DVF, P&G beauty, Uber, Pepsi, etc. On this episode, Luke speaks with Kiera Ganann about how a childhood of constantly moving helped him build a skillset to use in marketing at a global company.

“The b*** is out of the bag,” and it's officially time to GROW UP! In this episode, Kim is joined by the original fashion girl, Brittany Hampton, for a lesson on finding confidence amidst the chaos. You may know her from the early-2000s cult classic, House of DVF, but it's time to get to know the woman behind the iconic personality. In Brittany's world, there's no room for faking it; you either have a seat at the table or you don't; and securing that invitation takes work. These days cutting people off is considered "self-care," but Brittany wants the girls to reconsider because burning sturdy bridges is never a good idea. She shares her secret to hitting snooze on the haters and hitting send to amend with old friends. Kim's biggest takeaway? Control your insecurities, or they will control you.wanna be friends?subscribe, leave us a 5-star review, follow us on instagram @richlittlebrokegrls and tiktok @richlittebrokegirls! oh, and text "RLBG" to (888)298-1772 for live updates and access to exclusive events & live conversations.timestamps for you

It's a famine of podcasting! We finally dive into “The Chiffon Trenches” with legendary Vogue Editor André Leon Talley. From Fran Leibowitz's penny loafers to Diana Vreeland's chain mail, Karl Lagerfeld's footstools, Bianca Jagger's luggage, the great falling out with Anna Wintour, DVF the debt payer, and becoming the Creative director of Zappos. WALK!    To hear an extra episode every week, subscribe at http://patreon.com/cbcthepod See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.

¿Qué se cuenta realmente Rafa Prescott? Nos lo cuenta todo. A que estamos jugando: VillaCaperu : Mistery House Rafa : SOS Titanic Irene : protos que me ha enviado una persona muy guay, Tiny Epic Galaxies, Istanbul juego de dados Euros a la Hucha : VillaCaperu: Mistery House, Preludio 2, Hues&Cues Rafa : Dixit Disney Irene: Mistery House, Identidad Secreta Recomendaciones no lúdicas: ID a votar cabronas Rafa: Tras la carrera, Sí lo digo. Zelda Tears of the kingdom Irene: Humidificadores en casa En Instagram DadosVerdesFritos En Twitter DadosVFritos Dadle al play. TELEGRAM : https://t.me/DVF_enlamesa

A good collaboration can break the Internet and send the fashion industry into a tizzy. And this season's meeting of the minds are some of the best ones yet. From Mugler's sold out collaboration with H&M (can you believe people lined up for days before?!) to DVF's latest enhancements in the tech industry, I'm sharing the brand crossovers that are stopping me in my tracks and are must adds to cart.    Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez.    Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Adobe Express: Get started free adobe.com/express today! CreatorSource: Visit www.getcreatorsource.com/friend for 15% off when you sign up today. Natural Diamonds: Discover now at naturaldiamonds.com/thankyou   Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.

Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 76-year-old fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg. In this conversation, Diane tells Julia why she's always looked forward to getting older, the one piece of clothing she thinks every woman should have in her closet, and how she says her mother made her fearless. Plus, Julia and her mom Judith debate a questionable fashion choice Julia nearly made.   Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @officialjld. Keep up with Diane von Furstenberg @DVF on Twitter and @DVF and @therealDVF on Instagram. You can find out more about our show @lemonadamedia on all social platforms.   Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Wiser Than Me is brought to you by Hairstory. Use code WISER at checkout for 20% off your purchase, and Hairstory will donate 10% of proceeds from this code to water preservation efforts.     Wiser Than Me is brought to you by Evereve. Check out Evereve's latest curated styles and get 20% off your first online order when you use code WISER.    Sleep better at night with Boll and Branch sheets. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code WISER at bollandbranch.com   Wiser Than Me is brought to you by Cologuard®. Are you 45 or older? Start screening for colon cancer with Cologuard, an effective and noninvasive screening option for adults 45 and older at average risk for colon cancer. Rx only. Learn more at Cologuard.com/wiser   Click this link for a list of all Wiser Than Me sponsors and discount codes: https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/.    For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

¿Te has quedado Ocaplática y quieres saber qué opinamos de la polémica del momento? Nos mojamos. En el tema jugamos a gastarnos nuestra fortuna imaginaria en el juego perfecto. También hablamos de : Mi City Roll&Write, el Flamecraft, Coffee roaster, Brujeria, Santorini, Dice throne marvel, y Boop. Y en nuestras recomendaciones no lúdicas : Saldremos Mejores, Ludo Getafe, de dejar ir, Drag race,y StationFall en inglés. Dadle al play. TELEGRAM : https://t.me/DVF_enlamesa

Brian speaks with two guests.First is Ashley Waters. Ashley has been recognized by the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce recently named one of Niagara's Top 40 Under 40 Business Leaders for her achievements in the non-profit sector. For the past thirteen years, Ashley has worked as a Non-Profit manager with Scouts Canada. Previously, she was an opening team member for the Niagara Falls Convention Centre in sales and marketing, and an Entertainment Coordinator at the Fallsview Casino in Resort. She is a founding member of NEXTNiagara, an organization focused on championing the next generation of community leaders, she understands the challenges young people face in the Niagara region.Then he speaks with Anastasia Tzirtziganis, a luxury retail enthusiast and Digital Product Manager at Canada Goose, shares with us her time at the DVF "Women In Charge" event in celebration of International Women's Day. Diane von Furstenberg is a fashion designer, Founder and Chairman of her namesake brand DVF. In 1974, she created the iconic wrap dress, a symbol of power and independence for women all over the world. DVF is now a global luxury fashion brand celebrated for its effortless glamour and its powerful connection to generations of women. Through the DVF #InCharge movement, Diane and her team are inspiring female leaders around the world to own their story and find their agency in business, love, and life.

 Vinny Potestivo is an emmy award-winning media advisor and talent development executive. He discussedhis journey to becoming a casting director and how he used technology toinnovate the casting industry. He also discussed the importance of having agood pitch deck, team, and culture to help with content creation. He encouragedlisteners to create something that makes them laugh and build their creativemuscle. He suggested trusting yourself and taking trends, and making them yourown. He also discussed the importance of applying for awards, leveragingdistribution platforms, repurposing content, and using social media platformsto reach a wider audience.     Take a chance on a $20 ad in a magazine.  Create a good pitch deck.  Build a good team and culture to help with content creation.  Repurpose content and use platforms such as IMDb and PodChaser to increase visibility.  Create something that makes you laugh and build your creative muscle.  Contact Vinnie on LinkedIn and his website vpe.tv.  BIO,  With over 25 years ofexperience, he and his teams have become well-trusted connectors who sell, develop,produce, launch, distribute, and amplify some of the most talked-about originalseries & talent brands in modern pop culture.     Television series castor produced by Vinnie include Punk'd, Wild ‘n Out, The Challenge, TRL, TheOsbournes, Newlyweds, Laguna Beach, The Hills, The Ashlee Simpson Show, 8th& Ocean, Pimp My Ride, Cribs, The Tom Green Show, 2gether, All Things Rock,Headbanger's Ball, Direct Effect, YO! MTV Raps, Loveline, Man & Wife,Making the Band, Fashionably Loud, VMAs, MTV Movie Awards, Sunset Daze,Biography, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Millionaire Matchmaker, DogsIn The City, Celebrity House Hunters, I'm Married To A, House of DVF, andA Question of Love.     Podcasts include Man& Wife (Fatman Scoop & Shanda Freeman), Whistleblower(Natalie Khawam), Absolutely Danielle (Danielle Staub), Success byDesign (Elizabeth Sutton), The Polished Woman (Jessica R Bunevacz), RitchIn Life (Ritch Erani), and Camera Ready & Abel (Barbara BarnaAbel).     https://deadamerica.website/vinnie-potestivo  vinnie@vpetalent.com     https://twitter.com/vinniepotestivo     https://facebook.com/vinniepotestivo     https://instagram.com/vinniepotestivo     https://linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo        

Hemos tardado, pero estamos de vuelta, décimo programa de la temporada y la cosa va de prejuicios, los buenos, los nuestros. Dadle al play. TELEGRAM : https://t.me/DVF_enlamesa

Gabby Hirata has over a decade of leadership experience at iconic brands such as Ralph Lauren and Jill Stuart International, Gabby is currently the President and CEO of the global luxury fashion brand DVF. Since becoming president in January 2021, Gabby has instituted significant changes to grow the company and attract younger professionals while staying true to the brand's legacy to inspire confidence in working women. Recently Gabby and the DVF team launched the InCharge movement, a platform to connect, empower, inspire, and advocate for women everywhere. In this episode, Gabby talks about how she broke into the notoriously competitive fashion industry without any connections, the importance of finding your unique edge and using it to your advantage, and the impact Diane von Furstenburg has had on her life.Episode Resources:InCharge MovementDVFLink to purchase:FYLPxWRDSMTH Merch Collaboration*suggestion is to size upDownload this episode of For Your Listening Pleasure wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @foryourlisteningpleasure Click here to listen to the For Your Listening Pleasure Theme Song Playlist on Spotify.To continue the conversation, feel free to DM me at https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ or email me at foryourlisteningpleasure@gmail.com.

¿No había ya un tag de esto? Ahora también tenéis un programa. A que estamos jugando : VillaCaperu: Cuentos de buenas noches Jona: Caper Europe, Clank Catacombs y Wingspan Asia Sol: Ganges Dados, Chakra, Splendor Duel EL Hype: VillaCaperu: Azul mini, Tracks ,sleeping gods Jona: War of the Ring: The Card Game Sol: Sonora Recomendaciones no lúdicas: VillaCaperu : Rush de Måneskin. Jona : Yo soy la Malinche Sol : Señoras que se empotraron hace mucho Rafa: Quién es el topo TELEGRAM : https://t.me/DVF_enlamesa

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.01.27.525984v1?rss=1 Authors: Mirasso, C. R., Fraile, J. G., Scherr, F., Ramasco, J. J., Arkhipov, A., Maass, W. Abstract: The predictive coding theory, although attractive, is far from being proven. Supporters of this theory agree that bottom-up sensory inputs and top-down predictions of these inputs must be compared in certain types of neurons called error neurons. Excitatory neurons in layer 2/3 (E2/3) of the primary visual cortex (V1) are ideal candidates to act as error neurons, although how these error neurons are generated is poorly understood. In this study, we aimed to gain insight into how the genetically encoded structure of canonical microcircuits in the neocortex implements the emergence of error neurons. To this end, we used a biologically realistic computational model of V1, developed by the Allen Institute, to study the effect that sudden changes in bottom-up input had on the dynamics of E2/3 neurons. We found that the responses of these neurons can be divided into two main classes: one that depolarized (reporting positive errors; dVf neurons) and one that hyperpolarized (reporting negative errors; hVf neurons). Detailed analysis of both network and effective connectivity allowed us to uncover the mechanism that led to the dynamic segregation of these neurons. This mechanism was found to be the competition between the external visual input, originating in the thalamus, and the recurrent inhibition, originating mainly in layers 2/3 and 4. In contrast, we found no evidence of similar division and responses in excitatory infragranular neurons of layers 5 and 6. Our results are in agreement with recent experimental findings and shed light on the mechanisms responsible for the emergence of error neurons. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

This week Ellen & Tish dive into holiday fashion and share why they are so happy after two years of only small gatherings due to the pandemic to get back out and celebrate in a BIG way in 2022.  From cookie exchanges, game nights,  sporting events, and office parties you need to have something festive no matter what the occasion.  Tish prefers GLAM and Ellen prefers it California casual - they both share what they are wearing this year!Things we talked about in this episode: Rent the Runway, Tinsel Christmas Trees, Albert Nipon, Marchesa Notte,  Golden State Warriors,  Versona, Tish's white cowboy boots, DVF, Diane Von Furstenburg, Ellen's red velvet wrap dresses, Zara  Women's Tuxedo, caramel 3D posy black floral skirt.   Obsessions:Tish: Rent the Runway Ellen: Martha Stewart's silver tinsel tree -it's a fun retro 70s tree! Spread the word about the podcast and give us a review... Click here.Want to start podcasting?  Click here to let Buzzsprout know we sent you, this gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and help support our show

Co- Founder of THE BOARD, a curated community of over 180 value-driven consultants bringing c-level “dream team” expertise to companies like FARFETCH, MODA OPERANDI, and Hello Sunshine. Former Interim CEO at ONDA Beauty co-founded by Naomi Watts, responsible for pivoting the company and supporting a CEO transition. Prior to that April served as CEO at Violet Grey, a highly coveted content and commerce company, where she rebuilt a world class team, and led and executed the company's growth strategy across all channels. Under her stewardship VIOLET GREY increased revenue by 3.5x in less than 3 years and became primed for acquisition. As the Chief Brand Officer at tech start-up and digital shopping destination Spring April led brand strategy and curation, bringing over 1,800 brands (from Warby Parker to Gucci) to the platform. Prior to Spring she spent 25 years in fashion, where she worked with both large global and emerging brands, and for 9 years was the EVP of Global Sales & Strategy at DVF, where she played an essential role in developing DVF into an iconic global brand. April has long been considered a thought leader, speaking at key industry events including Fast Company's Innovation Festival, FIT's Global Conference, Social Media Week, NYU's Disruption in Luxury Retail Conference, Create and Cultivate, and MasterCard's Women in Wireless Event, and is a sought after participant for panels and podcasts. April is passionate about supporting emerging talent and served as a mentor in the prestigious CFDA Incubator program for 6 years. April is equally passionate about giving back. She sits on the board of Lake & Skye, the Beauty Board at GLAM4GOOD , and Advisory boards for TRYNOW, and ZIP. April is a self proclaimed “accidental activist” and is a founding member of IAMAVOTER - a non partisan public awareness campaign that aims to create a cultural shift around voting and civic engagement. The New York Business Journal honored April as part of their inaugural Women of Influence Awards, and her leadership skills were profiled by Women@Forbes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/skincareanarchy/message

Nesse episódio: Início de carreira na Vogue; Mudança de carreira; Desafios do mercado editorial; Pandemia e mudanças de carreiras; O começo da carreira de influenciadora; Como trabalhar em uma revista de sucesso; Como lidar com egos; Storytelling na comunicação. Hoje Thais entrevista Barbara Katz Migliori é arquiteta de formação, que começou como assistente na Vogue, fazendo serviços gerais, e foi subindo até se tornar diretora de moda. Entrevistou estilistas como Ralph Lauren, Stella McCartney, DVF, Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, entre outros. Fez o fechamento de 178 revistas ao longo de sua carreira, cobriu inúmeras semanas de moda, ministrou mais de 90 palestras. Em 2018 assumiu a diretoria do núcleo de criação branded dos produtos Vogue e Glamour, mas em 2020 se deparou com uma pandemia, em pleno puerpério e, assim, viu sua carreira mudar drasticamente. Vambora pegar dicas com ela? Toda semana tem novo episódio no ar, pra não perder nenhum, siga: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaisroque/ Instagram Thais: https://www.instagram.com/thaisroque/ Instagram DCNC: https://www.instagram.com/decaronanacarreira/ Newsletter Assine a nossa news! http://eepurl.com/hSpO4D Links da Barbara: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaramigliori/ TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/barbaramigliori/ Mala de viagem: Livro - A Nascente - https://amzn.to/3DIw5a1 Livro - Um defeito de cor - https://amzn.to/3f1FT4B Filme - Um sonho de amor - https://www.adorocinema.com/filmes/filme-135915/ Equipe que faz acontecer: Criação, coordenação e apresentação: Thais Roque Consultoria de conteúdo: Alvaro Leme Supervisão: José Newton Fonseca Sonorização e edição: Felipe Dantas Identidade Visual: João Magagnin *Contém links afiliados

“People say I made the dress. Yes, I made the dress, but really, the dress made me. Thanks to this dress, I became more confident. I was sharing my confidence, I was selling my confidence,” Diane Von Fürstenberg, founder of fashion line DVF, told students at her View From The Top event. Her iconic wrap dress became the look for working women in the 1970's and continues to make a statement. Born in Brussels and the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, Von Fürstenberg believes in “never being the victim.” Today, Von Fürstenberg supports and awards women entrepreneurs around the world. “When you are successful, two things happen,” she told the audience. “One is that you can pay your bills and the second is that you have a voice. And once that happens, it's a gift and a privilege to use your voice for those who don't have a voice.”

On this week's episode, I was joined by Anthony Webster, the MD of DVF recruitment and Board Member of Career Legal Group - which has several recruitment entities in London with a collective staff of 50 people.  Anthony was my colleague for almost 5 years and is also a true friend. Anthony, alongside Amar and I, was originally going to be a founder of Hoxo - the recruitment agency - in 2017. However, in late 2016 he decided to pull out after lengthy discussions and realising he could not commit to this whilst he had other things to achieve. What I didn't realise was that Ant was in fact ready to come out as gay to the world. This included his family, friends and colleagues In this episode, we discussed the reality of his journey both growing up and working in recruitment whilst hiding his true self. 5 years on from coming out and he is a much happier person! Super successful as always, he is living a life that is 100% authentic and it is clear to see. June is Pride Month and both Ant and I wanted to share this story to raise awareness and help others! If you would like to speak to Ant directly about his story or D&I in the workplace then feel free to contact him directly via LinkedIn! Vincere If you're following Vincere on their LinkedIn page, you'll notice that they've been sharing stories from their customer community on a weekly basis. If you're shopping for a CRM or wondering if there's something better out there. Check out Vincere. They have a library of customer stories from all sectors and recruitment types, perm, exec, contract and temp, available on https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3oOqiKqSOYsDul2HuVT1G08ocHkKw9eb (Youtube) District4: Do you feel like you're not surrounded by peers and you've stopped learning? Imagine only working alongside other experienced recruiters who you can really collaborate with, while having the freedom to do work your way. If you're thinking of a change, check out District4, where you can launch your own business and not be alone! Visit www.district4.io/hoxo to see what they can do for you.

Rob Garf, VP of Industry Strategy and Insights for Salesforce on Georgia Business Radio Joining us today is Rob Garf, VP of Industry Strategy and Insights for Salesforce Commerce Cloud here to discuss predictions for retail shopping. I've sat on all sides of the retail table -- as practitioner (Lids, Marshalls, Hit or Miss), industry analyst (AMR Research), strategy consultant (IBM), and software leader (Demandware). I'm currently a VP at Salesforce where I lead Industry Strategy and Insights for the Retail team. I get to work with execs at leading brands and upstarts from around the world on unified engagement strategies.       Love writing, speaking, and participating on retail boards. Lead a team that provides market intelligence, consumer insights, and business value analysis to influence product strategy and develop thought leadership. Develop and maintain strategic framework to evolve and articulate product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Conduct primary and secondary research to gain insights on industry opportunities, competition, market size, and portfolio expansion. Develop and maintain sales tools and methodologies to substantiate business value. Chair Client Advisory Board (CAB) that consists of leading retailers from around the world. Q & A: Q: More orders are expected this year from phones and tablets than from computers? A: For the first time during the holiday season, shoppers will place more orders from their phones than computers or tablets. Q: AI based products, how they are expected to drive holiday revenue this year? A: AI will be huge, with AI-based product recommendations driving 35 percent of all holiday revenue. Q: When are most people expected to do their shopping this year? A: Black Friday will be the top digital shopping day of the season again, capturing 10 percent of the season's revenue, while Cyber Monday will net eight percent of sales. Q: Which social media platforms will most influence shopping behavior? A: Instagram Q: How do personalized experiences affect the way people shop? A: Consumer preferences overall, such as their preference to buy from purpose-driven brands and retailers that value customer service. Q: How does Salesforce know? A: It powers leading retail brands like adidas, Puma, Coca-Cola, DVF, Lacoste and many others, and it has been able to make these prediction based on insights from 500M shoppers across the globe.   Where can we go for more information? Learn more at:  https://www.salesforce.com/solutions/industries/retail/overview Connect with Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-garf-224395 Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, content is distributed across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads. Show Host: Rich Casanova, Chief Visionary Officer Pro Business Channel Rich Casanova began his broadcasting career in California's central valley at KSKS-FM. While in California he also ran a successful entertainment company whose staff and crew entertained over 100,000 people. After moving to Atlanta and selling his entertainment company, Casanova ventured into publishing as the Publisher and Franchise Owner of Coffee News, headquartered in Bangor, ME. Later became the Founder and CCO, Chief Connection Officer, of an online platform where local business professionals register to receive a free list of the top 100 networking events in metro Atlanta. With a name like Casanova and his gregarious personality, Rich was a natural as a music radio DJ. "I got the radio bug early in my career and often thought how great it would be if there was an opportunity to participate in a talk radio format with a pro-business perspective interviewing thought leaders from the local...

This episode was originally released on June 23, 2021.April Uchitel is the Co-Founder of THE BOARD, a vetted network of value-driven consultants bringing C-level “dream team” expertise to brands. April most recently held CEO positions at ONDA Beauty and at Violet Grey. Before that, April was the Chief Brand Officer and founding team member at Spring, where she led brand strategy and curation. Prior to Spring, she spent 25 years in the fashion industry. April is a self-proclaimed “accidental activist” and is a founding member of IAMAVOTER.In this episode, Nada sits down with April Uchitel to discuss how she Co-Founded The Board during and as a result of the pandemic. April recognized the seismic shift that the pandemic created across many industries. Many talented individuals were leaving their jobs and businesses. She questioned what would happen if she could parlay these extremely talented freelancers into a project-based curated consultant team for young businesses that needed guidance from experienced leaders.The Board is shifting the top-down model to a community model.One of the reasons why The Board is now a sought-after agency is because of April's depth of experience and foresight to counteract the growing ageism in the workplace by leaning into the expertise of industry leaders who are now at the top of their game. April herself has decades of experience as she has held multiple CEO positions, Chief Brand Officer, and 9 years as the EVP of Global Sales & Strategy at DVF. Partnering with young businesses, The Board is able to help them strategize, brand building, and avoid problems that they might not have the experience to foresee. April considers her “matchmaking” skills as her superpower.You can follow April @apriluchitel on Instagram. To learn more about The Board, follow them @_theboard on Instagram and check out their website here.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

On this episode of Manager Minute, we are delighted to discuss Colorado's Employment First initiative. On the panel, we have: Patricia Henke, Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) Director Meghan Greene, CIE Manager, CO VR Katie Taliercio, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF); Colorado's State Medicaid Agency Katie Oliver, Colorado Department of Education Cheryl Carver, Colorado VR They are involved with a very innovative and successful collaboration in Colorado pertaining to their Employment First initiative.  We believe it's an outstanding model illustrating how multiple agencies can effectively partner in an Employment First initiative to serve their consumers better. We have the pleasure today to understand how this is working in Colorado, so you may be able to move in a similar direction.   Here are some useful links discussed in the podcast: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Colorado Colorado Office of Employment First Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Finance Colorado Sequence of Services for Students and Youth with Disabilities   Listen Here   You can find out more about VRTAC-QM on the web at: https://www.vrtac-qm.org/   Please stay up to date by following VRTAC-QM on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @VRTAC_QM   About VRTAC-QM Partnering with State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies (SVRAs) to enhance service delivery and maximize outcomes through quality program and resource management. The purpose of the VRTAC-QM is to provide training and technical assistance that will enable State VR agency personnel to manage available resources, improve effective service delivery, and increase the number and quality of employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. The VRTAC-QM provides TA and training in VR program and performance quality management, fiscal and resource quality management of the VR program, and general quality management of organizations. You can request technical assistance from the VRTAC-QM by contacting your TA Liaison directly, contacting any member of the Center you wish, or by filling out the information on our main website and clicking on submit. While on the main website, join our mailing list to receive updates on training and new activities occurring within the Center.     Full Transcript   Leveraging Employment First initiatives to improve consumer services across agencies in Colorado.   {Music} Speaker1: Manager Minute brought to you by the VRTAC for Quality Management. Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time. Here is your host, Carol Pankow.   Carol: Well, we're delighted to have a whole crew from Colorado with us this morning in the studio. We have Patricia Henke Colorado Office of Employment First. Meghan Greene with Colorado VR. Cheryl Carver also with Colorado VR. Katie Taliercio, CEO with the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing. And Katie Oliver, Colorado Department of Education. So welcome to you all. I appreciate you being in the studio today. These fine ladies are involved with a very innovative and successful collaboration in Colorado pertaining to their Employment First initiative. We believe it's an outstanding model, illustrating how multiple agencies can effectively partner with their Employment First initiative to better serve their customers. We have the pleasure today to understand how this is working in Colorado. So you may be able to move in a similar direction. So let's get a little background on Employment First. Employment First is really a framework for systems change that is centered on the premise that all citizens, including individuals with significant disabilities, are capable of full participation in integrated employment and community life. This national effort, formerly originated from the Office of Disability Employment Policy, when on August 8th 2018, they hosted 15 federal offices, including representatives from the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs and Justice, the National Council on Disability, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Social Security Administration to learn about and discuss the newly launched Employment for State Leadership Mentoring Program. Today, many states, such as Colorado, have adopted Employment First initiatives through formal state legislation and dedicated state funding appropriations in an effort to establish this framework so this objective can be met. So let's dig in. Meghan, I'm going to have you start us off with a little background about why the importance of partnering is so critical and a little more about your state Employment First legislation and the state's competitive integrated employment focus.   Meghan: Thanks, Carol. Yeah. So as you can see from all the different Colorado partners here, we love partnering together and it yields really great results for our state. Kind of, along with the background that you just gave in Colorado, priority is really that competitive integrated employment for all working age persons with disabilities. All people are capable of full participation, employment and community life. With the WIO definition of CIA as a shared goal and a shared vision of the supportive employment process across all of the Colorado State systems, with an emphasis on the use of those evidence based practices like customized employment or individual placement and support or benefits counseling to support that competitive integrated employment for the people that we serve in Colorado. This is really shown in the work that we all do that has been completed utilizing a state level systems framework and by aligning employment related policies, service delivery practices and service funding structures between our state agencies. Some of the examples of this alignment and collaboration is in. 2016 Senate Bill 16-77 was passed, which effectively prioritized Employment First in Colorado and required state agencies to convene and develop the Employment First Advisory Partnership between the Department of Education, Department of Human Services, Department of Labor Employment, which is where DVR sets and our state Medicaid agency, health care policy and financing in 2017. This Employment First Advisory Partnership was fully established and in 2018 the Employment First Advisory Partnership developed and publish some strategic recommendations for all of our state agencies and partners to work on and support Employment First in our state. And this also supported our Senate Bill 18 one four five, which was a passing into law which effectively created requirements for training and supported employment providers standards. So really a great outcome and support across our agencies for the people we serve. Of all of us coming together to move those services and support for employment for so long. And in 2019, Colorado State Legislature approved a budget appropriation which effectively developed our Colorado Office of Employment First, and you'll hear later from Patricia Henke and more about that. She is the director of our Colorado Office of Employment First, and it utilized our State Council Cash Funds and DVR match to support these efforts. Federal funds are prioritized for training and our certification of support and employment service providers, and any remaining funds are utilized to provide vocational rehabilitation services to eligible individuals with the most significant disabilities. So all of these partnerships coming together to really support Employment First across Colorado and leveraging different funding sources and different initiatives together, we've had several different examples of what this yielded and one of them was. For employment, first, full time employees within the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation that focused on evidence based practices for supporting people with most significant disabilities with their employment and career goals, this legislation and these efforts supported two positions within our Medicaid agency to start a pilot for performance based services, and we'll hear more about that from Katie Taliercio hear later. We also again have established the Colorado Office of Employment First to support employment efforts in our state, so lots of wonderful things happening from all this partnership and work together.   This also establishes and supports the focus of competitive and integrated employment and shows really the passion and collaboration and partnership among all of us around the value of Employment First within our state and all the initiatives that we're working together on to support Employment First. One of the things that has been a real big focus for the division of Vocational Rehabilitation is that we've set a long term dream goal of increasing the prosperity gap for individuals with disabilities by 10 percent and 10 years, and this is a huge goal for us. And in order to really achieve this, it's imperative that we support all Coloradoans with achieving those goals. We really want to make sure we're supporting Employment First efforts and really engaging with all of our partners on these goals to make this happen. That Employment First advisory partnership that I mentioned earlier that was created through legislation, it continues to meet in perpetuity, actively working on these recommendations that they set forth a couple of years ago to support competitive integrated outcomes in our state for employment and always looking at new recommendations for Colorado and Colorado agencies to support the continued work. So that's kind of a big bird's eye view overview of kind of some of the work and legislation and collaboration that happens in Colorado to really support our shared priority of employment. First for all, Colorado.   Carol: Meghan, this is really exciting to hear. I had come from an Employment First state and we did not. We didn't have that same level of support. I think legislatively for all the things that you guys have been able to create here in Colorado, I think that's super exciting in the partnerships that you've been able to develop and to sustain and carry on. I think that's very cool. So, Patricia, we're going to swing to you. Can you tell us more about the Colorado Employment First initiative and what successes have you had to date and what's the partnership like with VR?   Patricia: Absolutely, Carol. And thank you so much for having Colorado on the podcast today, and thanks, Meghan, for that description of how Employment First initiatives have really evolved in our state. It is pretty amazing and impressive to hear it all over again of all of the amazing work that's been happening for so many years to move these initiatives forward. So as Meghan mentioned, the Colorado Office of Employment First was envisioned by the Employment First Advisory Partnership, and we are just a little over two years old now, so we're still pretty young in our operations and existent really proud about what has been accomplished thus far. And so our team actually is employed by the University Center of Excellence Developmental Disabilities, which is Colorado's, UCEDD and is housed at JFK Partners at Colorado University. I think that's a differentiation I wanted to make because a lot of folks in our state and nationally think that we're state employees and in fact, maybe employed by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. So I wanted to differentiate that it's a contractual relationship with VR and Colorado University and that we're all housed and employees of CU. It was really important, although we are housed at the UCEDD it was really important for the disability community and the Employment First Advisory Partnership that our work have across disability representation, and this was very eminent when the legislation was coming together in 2016. And so I want to communicate that that we are very much across disability organization and that we work on behalf of all individuals with various disabilities. And so our vision for the Colorado Office of Employment First is essentially to create a culture of inclusive, meaningful and competitive employment for all people. We are charged with changing perspectives on what it means to work, and we are working every day towards demystifying processes for families, for individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment. We are promoting barrier reducing policies and practices. We highlight and create awareness about options for support towards competitive integrated employment. We're continuously researching innovative strategies and technologies and ultimately helping employment providers and job seekers know about strategies that are going to lead to those competitive integrated employment outcomes. So we do this by really three bucket areas, which is our mission statement. And this is leading Colorado toward. Unemployment reaching all people with disabilities through one collaboration, which we're talking about today and why that is so important to systems innovation, we're continuously looking at kind of our existing systems and asking questions about what's working well and what can we work towards changing if needed and three training excellence and technical assistance. As Meghan mentioned, Senate Bill eighteen one forty five was key legislation that really move the needle on expectations around training and provider qualifications in our state to provide competitive integrated employment services. I'm going to transition to talking about some general successes of the Office of Employment. First, it was hard to choose whether there has been a lot of accomplishments over time and these accomplishments that have occurred in collaboration with everyone here on this call and other partners in our state. I want to mention that Colorado Office of Employment First does not do any of our work in silos that we model effective partnering and continue that movement forward to affect change and progress in our state. So I wanted to mention how the Colorado Office of Employment First has worked towards creating an employment for community in this state. When we got started in 2019, I was hired in November 2019. We had six months in our first year and although there was a pandemic that occurred three months into our start date, we were able to reach 3,000 people in 6 months through training, technical assistance webinars, other opportunities to start the conversation about employment. First, create that awareness and essentially try to move the needle and change mindsets in our state. In Year two, which was a full year, we doubled that number and reach 6,000 individuals and we continue to reach more and more people to engage in the conversation around Employment First and really create that employment for community and movement. So we're really proud of that. We do this in partnership with HCPF and the individuals here on the call today, as well as the advocacy community and families and job seekers and service provider organizations. Another area I wanted to mention, which I think really does illustrate the collaboration and partnership and what can occur when individuals come together towards a common goal and a shared vision. And this is really an emerging area for Colorado that we're really excited about, and we think it's really important. And what I'm speaking to is benefits counseling and disability benefits. One, as we know, many individuals are fearful of going to work, or it's not so much going to work, but are fearful around what's going to occur to their benefits or health care. And this can create a barrier to competitive integrated employment. And the Colorado Office of Employment First was charged specifically with bringing disability benefits one hundred one to Colorado. This was a key part of the budget appropriation that the disability community strongly advocated for. And so this was an 18 month long project, and it's just one example of how partners have come together towards the shared vision and commitment. Colorado has been unique from other states that have implemented disability benefits one on one and that we've had an in-house subject matter. Expert Melanie Hornibrook, who I have to mention on the Colorado Office of Employment First Team and through the Employment First Budget Appropriation, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation also had allocated staff person to work on behalf of benefits counseling, which provided the foundation to bring over 20 additional subject matter experts together to develop the content for Colorado's Disability Benefits 101. The core partnership with the Colorado Office of Employment First and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has also supported creating awareness about benefits counseling and DV 101. To want to elevate this conversation even further or this movement around benefits counseling kind of under the umbrella of employment? First, as we acknowledge and recognize that we needed to increase capacity with having certified benefits counselors in our state. So we are partnering with DVR to provide the opportunity for nearly 50 individuals statewide that represent urban and rural communities to become certified and benefits counseling. We are partnering with Cornell to create two Colorado cohorts to support this effort, and the individuals that are interested in becoming certified benefits counselors is vast. We have educators, service providers, family members, independent contractors and many of them are already providers of DVR and health care policy and financing. The Colorado Office of Employment for us is also looking at. How to braid these services across education, DVR and Medicaid and other state organizations so that we can continue this practice of grading services, partnering and making it seamless for the customer, the job seeker, and we really see this as a key intervention and necessary service to continue to move the needle about knowing that employment is possible and that work can interact with your benefits and you can actually earn more money in doing so. And there are so many other ways I could talk about collaboration and partnership and that our other partners on the call are going to speak to. So with that, I'm going to just say thank you and we appreciate this opportunity, and I will now transition it back to you, Carol.   Carol: Well, thanks, Patricia. You really packed a lot into that into those few minutes. I loved that you brought up benefits counseling. We actually are going to feature that in our podcast next month with another state and some pretty interesting initiatives. So I was excited to hear what you folks are doing in that area as well. I also was struck when you talked about demystifying processes. We've been talking a lot about that without using those words. Exactly, but I liked how you said that and very excited about what you're doing. So now we're going to transition over to Meghan and Katie T to discuss the DVF partnership with the MOU and the roundtables and your sequencing of support and employment initiatives.   Meghan: Thanks, Carol. I'll kick us off and then Katie is going to jump in here in a minute. But DVR and our Colorado Medicaid agency, I would say a really long standing at this point partnership where we are actively working together for innovative ways to support Employment First and the people we serve, employment goals in Colorado and some of the things that have really helped. Aside from just us being good partners to each other with this is formal interagency agreements. So our interagency agreement is a really great example of helping to foster that partnership and in it has some great information about mutually developing processes to capitalize on our partnership and to support the people we serve. We've designated supported employment leads that really interact and ensure that we're actively meeting and developing processes together ongoing. Our interagency agreement really also outlines that we develop and update our statewide best practices together in partnership and maximize seamless service delivery to individuals with services. We provide training and guidance jointly. You had mentioned Carol, our roundtables, so in our interagency agreement, it states that we will every year go out and provide some roundtables to our providers, our community center boards, our DVR local offices to support the active practices and best practices of supported employment in reaching competitive integrated employment. We just completed some roundtables this last year with our local DVR offices and are jointly talking and having frank conversations about best practices and how to really partner together. Katie Taliercio, who will talk here in a second and DVRs Darby Brumley. We're really integral in making those happen and having really great conversations and training together and doing that in partnership really models that partnership that needs to happen at the local level. I also really talks about how we can support people who have been within subminimum wage and how to help them reach those employment goals and get to competitive integrated employment and provide information and resources about career pathways and is really committed to doing that and agree to work collaboratively with all of our partners across the board, as well as share pertinent training opportunities and really making sure that it's outlining those partnerships that really make the sequencing of services that we're known for in Colorado, that Katie is going to talk about here in a second, as well as our partnership opportunities happen so that AIA is a really good foundational document and then our just general partnership and the importance that we both as agencies place on our partnership and actively meet and support that it has been really integral to furthering competitive integrated employment in Colorado and modeling the partnerships that happen across the state. I will kick it over to Katie to really talk about those specific logistics and partnership outcomes that have happened.   Katie Taliercio: Thanks for having me be a part of this podcast. And of course, as you hear people talk, you think of a million more things you want to maybe touch on. So I will try to be brief and try not to duplicate what's already been talked about. One of the more exciting pieces that's just come to my mind as I hear people talk. And another outcome for this partnership and collaboration, I think across the board is that in 2021, Colorado passed Senate Bill two one 0three nine, then is the elimination of minimum wage in Colorado. Is very exciting for us. But while people are transitioning out of minimum wage, we also get to introduce some new services through the Medicaid waiver. And I think the reason that this passed is because of the collaboration and partnership with all the state partners. And I think it's coming from a federal level to. State level and then to all the people that are doing the work and all the people that are looking for jobs, it's kind of all coming together. But the neat thing about the new legislation is we were able to tackle some of the barriers that can happen within the Medicaid waivers for people to get competitive, integrated employment. And so we're increasing the amount of job development and job coaching people can receive, and we are introducing benefits counseling services into our waiver, which is very exciting. And another thing that we're pretty excited about is the Medicaid buy in, which is going to allow people who are in their developmental disabilities waiver and intellectual and developmental disabilities waiver utilize buy in. So people who are currently having to say no to raises or work more hours or things like that is all due to change coming up really quickly here in Colorado. And that I do feel like as a partnership, we've all come together to figure out what can Medicaid do to partner best with other services around Colorado that are available? Another aspect that's coming to mind a lot, and Patricia talked about this a little bit, but the braiding of services and the sequencing of services has really become a neat tool. And the more we talk about it, I think we've learned that the language we use is really important. Certain things that all the acronyms that Medicaid have is are different than the acronyms that vocational rehabilitation has. So how do we talk about that better? And I think maybe Katie might talk about that too. I think that's been one big lesson that we've been learning is how do we communicate with Medicaid case managers and counselors and others providing services? But also, how do we make sure that people looking for jobs are aware of what's available to them? And the better we do, the more people can be advocates for themselves and say, Hey, I want to do this, and here's what I know is available to me. I think we've been learning a lot about that. And then I just want to mention, too, that any thing that's happened, I think across with the milieu and setting up the roundtables together and doing a lot of collaborative work with all of the state partners and advocacy agencies and job seekers themselves has been that we've learned how to do this virtually, and I think that's really helped inform the work going forward and what Medicaid needs to do. And sometimes I joke around with some of my team internally that I've worked more with state partners and I have with my internal team. And I just think that really speaks to the level of how we're all putting these puzzles together. And when we come up against the barrier, we can pull together a bunch of people that say, OK, can I do this? Can Medicaid do that? How can we make it work together? And ideally so that we're providing enough services that it's seamless for the person receiving the services? So I hope that I tackled most of the things that we're excited about and some of the outcomes in Medicaid. And pass it back to you, Carol.   Carol: Thanks, Katie. It really strikes me as I'm listening to you all talk about what you've done. I mean, this has really been a journey, and it feels like that foundation that was built back in 2016, and you guys keep kind of brick by brick building more upon that foundation. So it's just taking you into such a great direction in such a broader, whiter, deeper collaboration. I think that is super cool. I did have one kind of follow up question. I was just wondering, I'm going to kick it to you, Meghan, just to ask, how did the pandemic affect the work you were doing? Because we know kind of put lots of states in a tailspin. I just wondered if you guys were able to pivot quickly using technology and stuff. I was thinking about the roundtables you were holding and all of that. Do you have any thoughts about how the pandemic impacted your work the last couple of years?   Meghan: Yeah, absolutely. That's a great question, Carol. So I would say it absolutely affected people's attitudes towards work and their comfort level towards work. It affected how we approached our work as state agencies and had some, I would say, pros and cons to how we pivoted, right? So like Katie mentioned, we kind of had to pivot virtually in that virtual world, and our roundtables in previous years were people driving around the state and meeting in person, which is always wonderful to me to take time. And you might not be able to reach as many people in person. Whereas one of the benefits of pivoting virtually, especially with that specific initiative or meeting with local CVS and DVR offices together, is we were able to really see increased attendance and rural areas really able to be a part of those conversations more than they had been previously. And I think that extended beyond just those roundtable events, but really also the services that we're able to provide. One of the examples that I use is benefits counseling and benefits planning across our state. People have been able to pivot to provide that service virtually as well, and maybe we can reach more people in rural areas now that that service can be provided in a virtual way. So that's just one very specific example that DVR and service providers were able to pivot. And so really leaning into that virtual world has been a challenge and that we're learning how to do that well and effectively, right? It's a new mode of completing services, but also has some positives in that we really are able to reach people that maybe we weren't able to reach before, but it also really highlights the need and importance of assistive technology and technology. In general and how we make the people we serve and job seekers comfortable with technology and learning that so they can truly access services in a more virtual world and support them with their job goals. So that's been a real focus and highlight for how do we make sure that people are comfortable with that and then it can open doors, right? So if we're really, truly supporting competitive integrated employment, it really opens some opportunities for people who may not have thought about some of the work goals or competitive integrated employment they could do before that. Now they could in a more virtual world and may have more virtual options for employment as well. So it's been very interesting road that I think has opened lots of different opportunities and mindsets and brainstorming for new innovative ways to do services in that virtual world.   Carol: It's a little bit of a silver lining out of all of that kind of craziness of the last couple of years. I love that you said that really kind of that comfortability of the individuals and using technology in that focus and really opening new doors. So I think that is wonderful. So now we're going to pivot a little bit and talk to Sheryl and Katie O about the education partnership with DVR. And I understand that you have an MOU and you do some joint training and there's something called the sequencing services tool and you have a whole sequencing of services development process. So do tell me more.   Cheryl: Thank you, Carol, and you're absolutely right things that we are so excited about, and it is so nice to see them actually coming to fruition now. Since we've been working on the sequencing of services for the past three years now, I think it is to actually have an outcome and Katie O is going to speak to that a little bit greater in detail. I want to talk more about how DVR and our Colorado Department of Education partner as a whole, similar to the interagency agreement that Meghan and Katie spoke about between DDR and health care policy and finance. Colorado has an interagency agreement, but also a cooperative services agreement between CTE and DVR, both of which have been in place and grown and expanded and shifted over the last 30 years. Our interagency agreement at the state level allows DVR and CDC to model our expectations at the local level when collaborating to provide services to transitioning youth, which is something we have upheld as being key to being successful in those partnerships. The interagency agreement itself helps to ensure that CTE and DVR are collaborating for all activities related to transitioning youth to provide technical assistance, support training, even program review to our local education agencies and our district DVR partners, as well as some of our external partners when we can pull them into those activities. The technical assistance, support and training, as well as the program review, also apply to any and all of our school to work initiatives such as Colorado School to Work Alliance program that supports district transition goals through the provision of pre-employment transition services and VOC Rehab Services. Our project search sites, which is a transition program for high school students with more significant needs, as well as our pipeline project, which is promoting career technical education to students with disabilities so that they can begin to see that as a viable career pathway. And currently we have an enhanced services pilot going on with our school districts, which focuses on using the discovery process to develop customized work based learning experiences and will buy next school year offer benefits counseling, which Patricia mentioned earlier. Our interagency agreement has been the precipice for pilots new initiatives, the development of tools and cross system trainings not only between DVR and CDE, but also other partners across the state. Our federally mandated agreement, which here in Colorado is the Cooperative Services Agreement, gets a little bit more into details, right? It talks about our roles and responsibilities of each of our systems. It gets into discussing the financial responsibilities of each agency. It includes a dispute resolution process, talks about how education and VR should be collaborating in the provision of services, how we will work together on the transfer or sale of assistive technology from education to VOC rehab when it's appropriate, and it covers the policies of each system that affect transition, our cooperative services agreement is the model that we have used in the past to develop a template for local working agreements. Those local working agreement templates are currently being recreated, and that is all thanks to the push of sequencing of services. But it will specifically define the transition responsibilities between education and VR partnerships in order to minimize duplication, ensure access to services for youth and support ongoing and effective working relationships. Again, all of this aligns so perfectly with our Sequencing of Services project and our drive to create useful tools for more efficient grading of services with the appropriate providers at the right time for students to improve outcomes, raising those expectations in employment for those students. And the key piece to this, of course, it requires increasing agency coordination and collaboration with an understanding of one another systems. So since I've mentioned it frequently and everybody else has alluded to it, PTO is going to kick us off talking about the process of how we got to sequencing of services and do an overview of that tool.   Katie Oliver: thank you, Sheryl. Just really exciting to be here to talk about the work that's been doing, and I know that Colorado has always been proud of their relationship in, particularly with VOC Rehab, but we've also had a very strong relationship with other state agencies, hence a lot of our presence here today. So we've really embraced our relationships. We cross-train, we kind of talk to each other systems. We've learned so many things over the years due to our partnership and those interagency agreements, whether they're actually formalized on paper or that we've just been together for so long trying to figure out our common missions and visions and having those conversations and building those relationships with other state agencies. It's just been a real pleasure and it's been a lot of fun over the years. We have obviously identified lots of gaps as most states do as well. We want to make sure that we're increasing our outcomes for students with disabilities, ultimately getting them employed and self-sufficient and involved in their communities. And so we know that that has been such a forefront for our partnership over the years. And we've talked about this. We've had different models. We've had different partners at the table for years before and we really had kind of a transition continuum. And so we were still missing the boat somewhere. So we sat down had some conversations back in 2019, and particularly it started a little bit more with the folk rehab and the Department of Education. And we said, OK, for some reason, no matter how much our best laid plans and transition planning, we're still not getting the outcomes we want for our students with disabilities. We're still missing them. So how do we make these connections? We're trying to have that smooth transition process handing the baton to the next system, whether that's other adult services, whether it's post-secondary education or employment. We're still dropping the baton somewhere. We're all speaking different languages. We're not coordinating, we're not braiding and blending funds. Let's start talking about this and let's really beef this up so that we can have more of a presence and more consistency across our systems so that our family and ultimately the youth are knowing what's happening next and really emphasizing and enhancing that coordination and that planning for those students. So back in 2019, prior to the pandemic, we came together and started talking about how we would like to proceed with some sequencing of services. So we created a Colorado transition team or partners for students with disabilities. We have representatives, obviously here today from VOC Rehab from Colorado Office of Employment. First, we had the Department of Labor and Employment, the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing Department of Higher ED, our Office of Behavioral Health. We had career tech ED and community college representatives. We had council representatives from the council, the Developmental Disability Council of Colorado. We've had parents from our peak parent center. We've also had some transition coordinators as well be involved with this work. So we pulled together and started kind of brainstorming about how can we create a shared vision? How can we create consistent language and ultimately help our families and students navigate the world outside of K-12? And so we created a shared state vision, which I think is something really important to share. You know, for years, we've been saying all means all. And so in Colorado, we've adopted that at our department and other departments. But you know, we are still missing very key people and that we're missing those students that we're really not capturing every student. So we changed our shared state vision to represent a little bit more of. Individual presents, so we say each and every student, regardless of their disability, has a right to transition to the adult life that includes, of course, partners at this table. Education, employment, independent living. We want full community participation and the right to make decisions in and about their own lives. So we also know when we recognized why we were creating this work that we needed to start partnering at younger ages, not just in high school. We want to start trading down to the middle school level. We know that there are students that drop or lose engagement around eighth to ninth grade transition. And so we want to keep those engagement efforts happening and keeping those students eye on the prize of that ultimate goal of employment someday and being successful. We know that we needed to create high expectations and create that self-determination for those students. Cheryl mentioned increasing that agency coordination collaboration. Absolutely. We have so many different members and state members at the team, and then we have one hundred and seventy eight school districts out there in Colorado with other partners and their local community. And so how do we infiltrate some of the state level work into the local so that we can create that coordination and having those really rich discussions and focusing on that individual students so that student level planning and of course, creating consistent messaging. So with the assistance of Jennifer Stewart and the Colorado Office of Employment, first, we were able to create kind of a framework and pull these two partners together, as well as partners from our national technical assistance that are on transition, Ruth Allison and Jackie Hiatt. They have been very instrumental in helping us facilitate this process and kind of put it to paper and make sure that all of our voices are heard and that we're moving forward. Hearing what other states are doing, too has been really a cool experience, but we created a framework and so we created six course student outcomes that we all, as state level department partners agreed upon and how that looks. So we have. Building self-determination and leadership skills was a certain outcome that we thought was really important to achieve postsecondary success, build skills, to safely navigate community and access the services, understand post-secondary options, develop competence and computer and digital literacy, having that expectation of competitive employment and understanding disability and health management. And we have a beautiful logo that kind of pulls it all together on our website, which is open to anybody to check it out. It is WWW.CDE.state.CO.US/SequencingOfServices, or you can Google and you can put Colorado sequencing of services and it should get you where you need to. I know that's quite lengthy, but again, that's WWW.CDE.state.CO.US/SequencingOfServices. You will be able to see that framework. The core outcomes from that framework. We actually created ages that these activities should be happening. We talked about who is responsible, having those conversations that we agreed upon at the state level. So what is DBRS role? What is the school's role? What is ticpods health care policy and financing role or the local community center board? And having those conversations and breaking them down into examples of those skills that we would like to see or be attained by the students? What are the parents responsibilities? And having that coordinated conversation that really could help drive that IEP planning process. So that's been really good. So I even lean to my other partners if there's anything else that they would like to add from a partner perspective about this tool before I kind of talk about our next steps and what we've been doing with our pilot. Anybody else have anything else to jump in at?   Cheryl: Not yet, Katie. You're doing great.   Katie Oliver: Perfect. All right. I just wanted to be inclusive because it's their work too. So from there, currently we have the state template. We have a local template. We have currently for pilots here in Colorado that are pilot the piloting this work intensively with our partners, Mesa School District on the western side of Colorado, we have our Denver, our largest school districts. We have Weld County, which is a more rural community up north. And then we have another rural community down on the south side of Colorado Pueblo. And so we've been really focusing on building those internal and external champions at the local level. So we have some people who have identified these goals and particularly most of these pilots started with education personnel wanting to create more interagency collaboration. And so we took these champions who are very excited, have personal goals about it for their district and for their families and their students, and we started discussing roles and responsibility. What are the roles in the community? What other community providers are in your community that we want to bring to the table and have conversation so that we're creating this template, this kind of map or tool that can help these discussions with community members. So despite turnover, you know, oftentimes there's been so much turnover, whether it's in special education or other state agencies is there has been so much turnover, but information does get lost or it's inconsistent. And so that was another focus of our area was we let's get this in writing in our community and put our templates in so that if Joe Smith wins the Powerball next week that we're going to have the same information and the person that's replacing them will have this the same information and understand the partnership so that we can make sure that's consistent, which has been a big hiccup with several different local players as we're a local control state. And so we've we started that. So right now we have the four pilots. That's where the intense work is being done. However, we as a state team want to continue the vision of creating interagency teams around the state of Colorado and other communities that it may not be as intense that we're doing right now. However, we want to continue to build those conversations, making sure the right people are at the table. We do have some sites already, some areas in our communities that already have established interagency teams. So how can we make sure that they have the right tools to make sure that their partners stay at the table, also not just show up to the table, but stay at the table? So that was really the intention is that our families are getting the information or they're able to share that information or be present to share that information for families and students getting ready to go on to whatever system or how do we overlap and so that there is no baton dropping in the future? So that has been a lot of exciting work, and we're currently working on an individual template for a student to work through or maybe an individualized education program at an IEP meeting. They could talk about it and really drive the planning process so that elements of the academics or the school is infiltrated into those conversations so that the course of study is being aligned. The goals are being aligned with what their goals are. And it's been really a lot of great work. We have one pilot ready to do a student level one, and I think once that student level show is filled out that template, then I think everybody is going to really start to see how that connection and planning from all the partners of the table were responsible for the success of that student. So that's what we're really excited about here in Colorado is that all that work that's been done?   Carol: Well, thanks Katie and Meghan. All right, Katie and Cheryl, I should say sorry. And Meghan and Patricia, everybody and the other Katie. But I can tell I get that great sense from you. Each talking, everyone's super excited. You bring a lot of energy to this topic, and I appreciate you sharing that website. I was writing down notes if you all would see my page, I have just dozens of notes about things that you've spoken about and I know others are going to be interested in. I know our listeners are probably going to want to reach out at some point to different folks that are on our panel today to talk about this. But I am going to turn it to Meghan to give us the last words and really to kind of tie a bow on it for our listeners out there. What advice would you give your VR colleagues and how to make this really work in their state because you all didn't just do this overnight? It's very evident the long journey you've been on. But for those folks that are just starting out, what advice would you like to give them? And Meghan, that's to you.   Meghan: Thanks, Carol. My advice, as you can see, is really leaning into the value of the partnerships and the value of the ideas and wonderful work that happen across your state and really trying to build those partnerships and relationships with advocates in your state, state agency partners, the people you serve and really try to bring everyone together and having everyone at the table and those partnerships and relationships be a part of the solution and working towards the solution. As you mentioned, Carol brings a level of energy, a level of excitement and having everyone be a part of that solution to support people with their employment goals really kind of kicks things off and gets those next steps. And what that could look like for your state could be very different or individualized, depending upon those conversations, those rich conversations that happen when everyone's at the table. So really just setting the table and making sure that people are there and then talking about how to keep people there and building that and spending the time on those relationships and partnerships and publicly doing that together really can lead to those coordinated legislative updates, coordinated initiatives between state agencies and coordinated services at a local level for the people that we serve. And just I'm leaning into that. The importance of those partnerships really leads the way.   Carol: So, Meghan, if somebody wants to reach out, what would you suggest? What's the best way for someone to contact or is there a website they should go to or what do you think?   Meghan: We have several different websites and I think they all kind of link together, which again shows that public partnership between all of us. But I think anyone on this call would be happy to receive a reaching out and support. But our information I know Sheryl and I as information is listed on our Colorado DVR website and we can always give you our email contact information, Carol. For people to have that, I know CD's website has lots of. Great information, and Katie mentioned the sequencing of service tool, and I know they have a sequencing of service email, you can email for any specific information related to that. And the Colorado Office of Employment First, as Patricia talked about, has a wonderful website and has lots of great rich information in the email that you can do there. And so we'd be happy to share all those websites and email information as well for you to have along with the podcast.   Carol: Thank you. I really appreciate that you all have been so generous in sharing aspects of this model with us in the past, which we've also greatly appreciated. And I really hope today's conversation helps the VR community think more proactively about how the various employment and first initiatives can be leveraged to achieve to improve partnerships, improve outcomes for our common consumers across our agencies. So thank you all for joining this very important discussion to help us empower one manager at a time, one minute at a time. And I wish you just continued success and all you do. Thanks a lot.   {Music} Speaker1: Conversations powered by VR, one manager at a time, one minute at a time. Brought to you by the VRTAC for Quality Management. Catch all of our podcast episodes by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening!

Diane von Furstenberg, DVF founder and chairman, talks about resetting her business and brand, speaking her mind and having Andy Warhol paint her portrait. She's on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations." This interview was recorded November 4. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sorry we missed last week, Col decided to be selfish and he went on holiday, Sam sat there for two days awaiting the podcast call that never came, sat in his own excrement and personal 'excitement'! With that in mind, the podcast this week is essentially two podcasts in one and is a one-off slightly longer version (sorry, not sorry!) Lots covered! Including: SEC report...meh, shorts are still short, Sam is in the dog house, DWAC paddy wack its a trap! Shibby! Dude, Sweet!, Friday bloodbath, Citadel runs themselves over in front of 66 thousand people live! Yoshi Yellen Mario Yelling! Assassin Creed dicks rated, Peter and Liz sitting in a tree, T-R-A-D-I-N-G!, Fidelity swings, Ben verses Yen, Jimmy and Chuckles are Treys pray! 4x China syndrome, Cosmic's weaner helicopters are cleared for takeoff, Kenny G (Sax God), Gamestop teases, DVF candy for free, Floating logs, Ariana Grande verses Teeny Tiny Hermione, Dalai Lama snorting coke of a hooker's ass! and much much more! Lots of people to thank this week, and a massive thank you to the thousands of downloads so far! Love Col and Sam! Shibby!!!

In my opinion, the effect of positive leadership can not be underestimated; that's why I wrote a book called The Positive Effect. This week's guest has certainly had a positive effect on the business and those she has lead. Sandra Campos, formally CEO at DVF, is this week's guest on The Positive Effect LIVE. Sandra is currently the CEO of Project Verte I can't wait to chat with Sandra and share her story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/april477/support

Diane von Furstenberg, fashion designer, philanthropist, founder of the global brand, DVF, and creator of the iconic wrap dress joins Sophia today! They discuss how Diane met Prince Egon von Furstenberg in the late 60s, how she started her career in fashion, her husband Barry Diller and their foundation “The Diller – von Furstenberg Family Foundation,” and her new book, Own It, The Secret to Life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bijou Abiola – Director of Consumer Insights L'Oreal Luxe. Bijou is a proven innovator with over 10 years of driving growth in customer-centric businesses through creative strategies and compelling storytelling. Developing omni channel businesses for brands like Dior, Chanel, Bobbi Brown, Ralph Lauren and DVF, her collective experience across multiple retail categories produced a differentiation strategy that delivered over $220M in sales for a major department store in the U.S. In her current role, she partners with business leaders within L'Oréal's Luxe division to convert data-driven insights into actionable customer acquisition and retention strategies.

The Boss School is the only podcast that introduces you to the best business minds in the world and then…makes them teach us something. In this episode host Nicole Lapin talks to Sandra Campos, the CEO of Diane von Furstenberg.    

Diane Von Furstenberg didn't plan a career in fashion — she just wanted to earn her own money. Staying open to new ideas led to her starting the DVF clothing line. During a visit to Stanford Graduate School of Business, Von Furstenberg explained how she got started — and what helped her rebuild her business when she “lost it all.” Stanford GSB's View From The Top is the dean's premier speaker series. It launched in 1978 and is supported in part by the F. Kirk Brennan Speaker Series Fund. During student-led interviews and before a live audience, leaders from around the world share insights on effective leadership, their personal core values, and lessons learned throughout their career. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.