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265. Servant Leadership, Mentoring, and Actionable Steps with Kathryn Spitznagle   2 Timothy 2:2 (NIV) "And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others."   **Transcription Below**   Questions and Topics We Cover: What are some servant leadership principles you've learned over the years? How did you learn forgiveness is part of leadership? Will you elaborate on a leadership tool mentioned in your book, which is called the "Hero Page?"   Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage   Kathryn Spitznagle is the author of "Rock Star Millennials--Developing the Next Generation of Leaders," and the companion workbook, "Rock Star Millennials Toolkit." She is a professional coach and the founder of Mentoring Women Millennials, LLC. She has 30+ years of mentoring, coaching and leadership development in corporate, small business and not-for-profit environments as well as 10+ years of mentoring cancer survivors and their families throughout their journey. Her mission is to foster the personal and professional development of leaders... for the life they lead today...and the one they want tomorrow.   Savvy Sauce Episodes Mentioned in Episode: Being Intentional with Marriage, Parenting, Rest, Personal development, and Leadership with Pastor, Podcaster, and Author, Jeff Henderson Biblical Principles as Wise Business Practices with Steve Robinson   Additional Previous Episodes on Business and Leadership on The Savvy Sauce: The Inside Scoop on Chick-fil-A with Mark Dugger How to Apply Successful Business Principles to Your Life with Dee Ann Turner Leadership Principles and Practices with Former NFL Player, J Leman How to Lead When You're Not in Charge with Author and Pastor of North Point Community Church, Clay Scroggins Understanding the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator to Improve Your Marriage, Family, and Work Relationships  Thriving at Work, Home, and Life with Author, Blogger, Podcaster, and Business Owner, Crystal Paine Energy to Spark Success in Your Business with Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Podcaster, Christy Wright How 2 questions can grow your business and change your life with author, pastor, and podcaster, Jeff Henderson Radical Business and Radical Parenting with Gary & Marla Ringger, Founders of Lifesong for Orphans Stewardship as the Daughter of Chick-fil-A Founders with Trudy Cathy White Living Intentionally with Shunta Grant Generational Differences in the Workplace with Haydn Shaw Pursuing Your God-Given Dream with Francie Hinrichsen Leadership Training: Five Key Elements for Creating Customer Loyalty in Your Business with Elizabeth Dixon  Uncover Your Purpose with Clarity with Isimemen Aladejobi Unlocking Meaning and Purpose in Your Life and Overcoming Burnout with Dale Wilsher Leading Your Family, Marriage, and Self with Justin Maust Divine Productivity with Matt Perman 223 Journey and Learnings as Former Second Lady of the United States with Karen Pence Patreon 27 Re-Release: Purposeful and Practical with Emily Thomas Special Patreon Re-Release: Creativity and Career While Raising a Family with Jean Stoffer   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook or Instagram or Our Website   Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”   **Transcription**   Music: (0:00 – 0:09)   Laura Dugger:  (0:12 - 1:20) Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, where we have practical chats for intentional living. I'm your host, Laura Dugger, and I'm so glad you're here.    I'm thrilled to introduce you to our sponsor, WinShape Marriage.    Their weekend marriage retreats will strengthen your marriage while you enjoy the gorgeous setting, delicious food, and quality time with your spouse. To find out more, visit them online at winshapemarriage.org/savvy.    Kathryn Spitznagle is my enchanting guest for today, and her resume is quite impressive, but what actually is even more of a standout is her humble heart.   So, if you are one who learns from stories and encouragement, and you also appreciate actionable, practical tools, this conversation is definitely for you. Here's our chat. Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, Kathryn.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (1:21 - 1:24) Oh, thank you, Laura. Appreciate you having me.   Laura Dugger:  (1:24 - 1:32) Well, I'd love for you just to start us off by giving us a snapshot of your background and also your current phase of life.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (1:33 - 6:47) Okay, lots of seasons. Yeah, learned, you know, you learn something from all of them. So, I started out in journalism.   I've kind of come back to my roots interviewing folks. I was a sports writer, so I grew up in a family with four brothers, so when I went to college, I knew sports, and at the time, that was unusual to have a female sports So I did that, and then went into publishing after I got my journalism degree, and since I'd been a sports writer, they put me in the men's division of this magazine publishing company. So, I started out learning, I started out working for a helicopter magazine, and I was an editor, and the only one that did know how to fly, and so they sent me to flight school in order to be a better editor and, you know, learn how to communicate with our readers.   And again, then because I'd done that and was in the men's division, they moved me then to shooting times, which was hunting and sports shooting. So, then I learned how to shoot guns and reload in that whole industry. From there, I went to fashion.   So, I went to the women's division, and at first they said, you know, are you sure you want to do this? And I said, well, this will be the first job you've put me on that won't kill me. You know, I've learned how to fly planes and shoot guns.   You know, let me have a shot at that Singer sewing machine. And I was a terrible seamstress. And they said, really, what we want you to do in fashion is to create a presence in New York, in Manhattan.   And so, the publisher was in Peoria, Illinois, but they wanted a presence in Manhattan. And so that's what I did for three years, worked remotely back and forth, and created that presence, joined the Fashion Group International. They hired three consultants to fix me up.   And so, I laugh if you've ever seen the movie Miss Congeniality, that was me. So, you know, learned all about the fashion industry and built those relationships with our advertisers. And also, then we went into television and did a lifetime, the TV show, weekly TV show on Lifetime called Make It Fashion.   And we're trying to blend that the home sewing industry with the fashion industry. So, if you saw this on the runway, in Milan, or in New York, or in Paris, this is how you can make it yourself, be your own designer kind of thing. So that was my journalism start, then moved to St. Louis, got married, had babies, and went into corporate communications, worked for Purina in St. Louis, where I learned so much about leadership, moved back to Peoria, and I went to work for Caterpillar. And when I retired from Caterpillar, then I started this business, Mentoring Women Millennials. And I have such a heart for this generation. I think they're so bright and smart and creative and entrepreneurial, and they get a bad rap.   And so, I wanted to have a platform to lift them up, and also to give them tools. So, the first year I wrote a book, Rockstar Millennials, Developing the Next Generation of Leaders. And what I found, there were so many really sharp, bright millennials that had never had good leaders.   They never had a mentor. They didn't have the tools. Many of them were entrepreneurs.   They didn't intend to lead people. They had a craft. They started a business, and it grew.   And they're like, now I got people. What do I do with people? And as I was out speaking about my business, I found the audience very consistently had two types of attendees.   One was what I would call a seasoned leader, who said, for helping the millennials, thank you. Something along that line. And then I would have a young person stand up and say, “Do you have a book”?   And after that happened several times, okay, Lord, I got this. Yeah, write a book. And I remember saying, “That's a good idea, God, but I don't have time.”   And so if you want to know why COVID happened, it was me. Because the good Lord said, hey, it's February of 2020. It looks like you have time right now.   And so I hired an editor. We wrote a book in four months and published it at the end of the year. And in 2021, then started the podcast.   Laura Dugger:  (6:48 - 7:04) Well, that's an incredible resume and such a whirlwind to getting here today. But you mentioned some leadership principles, especially at Purina. So, Kathryn, what are some of those servant leadership principles that you've learned and acquired over the years?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (7:04 - 9:34) Over the years, yeah. Just some amazing leaders at Purina. Their culture was very much a servant leadership culture.   Purina as a company was created in the 1950s by an independently wealthy gentleman, William H. Danforth. And he created the Youth Foundation in St. Louis. And he found once he got kids out of gangs and out of jail and off drugs, nobody would hire them. So, he created a company to hire those kids, Purina. And so, they, yes, told us that, you know, the first day he said, you know, this is never confused what we make with why we're here.   We were here, we were created to develop people for life. What we make will change. But the reason we're here will not.   And Danforth also wrote a book called I Dare You. I Dare You to be the best you can be and help someone else do the same. And so that very first day we were told the story of the genesis of Purina, we were given that book, I Dare You.   And when we left orientation, we met, they had 360-degree mentoring. And they said, “This is how we create this culture. And we continue this for generations through mentoring.”   So, when you leave orientation, you're going to meet your leader mentor, your peer mentor, and in 90 days, you'll be mentoring. Everyone at Purina mentors, and we all learn from each other constantly. So that was the platform.   And that was the culture. And when you think about feeling cherished, and valued, that's how they did it. Because if you're going to mentor someone, and someone's going to mentor you, you have value.   And the people you're working with have value. And so that creating a cherished culture was their legacy. And then it's something that I took on to Caterpillar.   And I continue now, in my keynote speaking, that's one of the most popular is how to create a cherished culture in the boardroom, in the living room, and in the classroom. Hmm.   Laura Dugger:  (9:35 - 9:47) And so, I won't ask for the entire keynote speech then, but is there an overview that you can give us of those things that we could implement that you've learned to implement over time as well?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (9:47 - 11:29) Yes, some of the tools. And, and that was another wonderful thing about Purina that I saw then, and haven't seen it since. You know, it seemed unique to me at the time.   Fast forward a few years, and it was like, yeah, that was very unusual leadership. And one of the things that they valued was, know your people, understand them, know their needs, know their wants. Even at this point, so, you know, I'm talking 30 years ago, I went to work there in 1990.   They were talking about purpose. What's your purpose? Purina had a very specific purpose.   We are a purposeful company. We're here to develop people for life. And, and they even said, I thought this was unique to it at orientation.   They said, and we hire bright, smart people, and we don't expect you to stay here very long. Our job is to send you off better than we found you. And with a positive impression of Purina.   And here's why. When you leave here, you may go to another Fortune 50 company, which I did. You may be in a position to impact a merger or acquisition.   You can buy and sell our stock. And at the very least, when you go to the grocery store, you can buy dog food. And we want it to be Purina.   Laura Dugger:  (11:31 - 11:36) That's incredible. That actually happened then with you taking that forward.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (11:37 - 16:07) And all of those lessons learned. So, when I talk about creating a cherished culture, Purina, one of the things they did very well was to introduce a concept, illustrate it with a story, and then activate it with a tool. So mentoring, they talked about here is the platform on which our company is built, developing people for life.   And they told us that story then about Purina. Then they gave us the book. And then they gave us a mentor that we were meeting with each week.   And they gave us a, what do I want to say, an outline. So, when you meet with your mentor or mentee, here are questions to ask. Here's a way to go about this.   And the number one reason people do mentor is because they don't know how. What's a process? And so how smart?   Purina's like, here. Here's an outline. Here are things to ask.   Here are discussion topics. And here are different tools we're going to give you as you progress in leadership. And they're designed for you then to pass on.   And so those are some of the tools when I talk about creating a cherished culture. One of the tools is here are questions to ask. Here's how to have that dialogue.   Here are discussion topics. When you're developing a relationship with this person, ask about their life outside of work. Ask about their family and friends and whatever, as much as they'd like to share.   Not everyone does. That's okay too. Ask about their best day at work.   What's a bad day at work? What's their best boss like? How do they like to be recognized?   What's their purpose? One of the most insightful questions they asked at Purina was, why do you want to succeed? And why do you want this company to succeed?   And those two questions give insight to someone's purpose. And so, then if you frame discussions around their purpose and their values, it is exponentially more meaningful to them. So, when I talk about how do you lead millennials and how is it different?   Those are a couple of the things. Understand their purpose. Understand their life. Their values outside of work, and frame things within their purpose.   Here's an example and or their values. If someone says, my values are hard work and transparency. I want people to be honest. Those are a couple of my values.    Okay. So, if I were leading that person and I saw them being transparent with someone else, being open and honest, I would recognize them for that.   Not just recognize them for the work, but recognize them for their value, demonstrating their value. I saw you be open and honest with that person. Thank you for that.   If kindness is a value, I saw you. I saw what you did there today to help someone out without being asked. Thank you for that kindness.   That resonates on a whole different level. And if you have to have a tough discussion with that person to say, frame it in those words. I know you value honesty, and I do too.   And so, we need to have an honest conversation. And here's some things that I'm seeing in your behavior, in your leadership, or in your work style that can hold you back. So, let's fix this whole different way to lead.   Laura Dugger:  (16:09 - 16:39) Absolutely. And I love how some of these even one-page practical tools you've included in the back of your book. So, it's a plug and play, but I'm even thinking back to your mentoring relationships where you had this circle of mentors and you were mentoring.   I think it's also helpful to get to hear one another's mistakes. So, are you comfortable sharing any mistakes that you've made along the way that actually even turned out to be beneficial learning opportunities?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (16:40 - 20:32) Absolutely. Loads of them. I've got loads of them.   And one of the women I mentor has said, I think I've advanced my career 10 years by learning from your mistakes. And I love that. And she's like, now I'm going to make plenty of my own, but I'm not going to make yours.   And I said, “Good. That's the point of all this.” One of the big ones I made at Purina.   I think a lot of places I would have been fired, probably should have been. I was working in the marketing group, and we were like an internal marketing. So, we did the new product introduction, point of purchase, point of sale materials, the legal documents that went out, the whole packet that would go out to a distributor, a grocery store.   And EverReady Battery was one of our product lines. So, we had internal clients. And as they had new product introductions, we'd get the materials together.   We had in-house printing, all of the things, graphic design, and that was all under my purview. The letter, there's a letter that went out to distributors that was a legal document and had a number. And I pulled the wrong letter, the wrong number.   And it wasn't discovered until last minute. And we sat down with the client and they're like, oh my gosh, this is the wrong legal letter. And I, you know, I'm the account rep, that was on me.   So, I had to go back, I had to go to Neil Lewis, my boss and say, “Okay, we've got to pull this back before it all goes out, reprint, which is going to be all our expense. We're going to have to have people working off shifts and all that sort of thing to do it quickly. And then reassemble all these Eveready Battery packets and, you know, do as close as we can to meeting their deadline.”   And so basically it's going to eat up our margin and we're going to have more printing expense. We're going to have more labor and we're going to have some unhappy people. And our client's not real happy either.   And that was all me. And Neil said to me, “You know, I learned something today. And he said, until today, I thought you walked on water.”   And he said, “Now I know you're human, just like the rest of us.” And I thought, oh, my word. And he's like, okay, so what happened?   That was a mistake. How are we going to fix it? And I said, “I've already pulled the right letter, getting it reprinted. Here's the, additional time and money. Here's how it's going to impact our margin.” And he said, “You know, can we do it? And can we satisfy the customer and get, if not meet their deadline very close?”   And I said, “We can meet their deadline if we have people work third shift.” And, you know, and he said, “Okay, let's do it. That's the right thing to do.” And, and he said, Kathryn, “I told you what I learned today. What did you learn?”   And I said, “I learned how to be the kind of leader I want to be when someone makes a mistake.”   Laura Dugger:  (20:36 - 21:05) Wow. The humility in that is incredible. And thank you for sharing.   Stories are so memorable. It makes me instantly reminded of two previous episodes. I'll make sure I link in the show notes, both with Jeff Henderson and Steve Robinson, accomplished businessmen, but who were also willing to share stories and how just like you, it actually made them a better, more relatable leader.   And so that's encouraging.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (21:06 - 21:34) And I knew when I got to Caterpillar and, uh, particularly when I was running the Caterpillar visitor center, because that was so new and never been done in Caterpillar. And so, we're going to make some mistakes and we're going to learn, you know, along the way. And there was more than one occasion where I was reminded of Neil Lewis.   And I said, okay, I learned something today. You are human. Just like the rest of us.   Now, how are we going to fix this?   Laura Dugger:  (21:35 - 23:48) And then what did you learn?    Let's take a quick break to hear a message from our sponsor.    Friends, I'm excited to share with you today's sponsor, WinShape Marriage. 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During your time away in this beautiful place, you and your spouse will learn from expert speakers and explore topics related to intimacy, overcoming challenges, improving communication, and more.   I've stayed on site at WinShape before and I can attest to their generosity, food, and content. You will be so grateful you went. To find an experience that's right for you and your spouse, head to their website, to find out more, visit them online at winshapemarriage.org/savvy. That's W-I-N-S-H-A-P-E marriage.org slash S-A-V-V-Y. Thanks for your sponsorship.   You've had so much experience in different areas and as a corporate leader. So what is it that drew you specifically to have a heart for millennials, which we can define as those approximately born between the 1980s and early 2000s?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (23:50 - 28:18) I really started working with them. My last role at Caterpillar, I was a director of global sustainability and it was within public affairs. So, we were leading, Caterpillar was leading a natural infrastructure coalition.   I was working with a lot of different entities, public, private, governmental. We're trying to get language passed into law. That was a big portion of my job.   Another portion of my job was to be out speaking about what Caterpillar was doing in the world of sustainability. And I loved that. What I found was the sustainability groups of Caterpillar employees all around the world, we do a global call quarterly, learning what everybody was doing.   They were all this age group. And when we would do the river cleanup on Saturday, these are the people that showed up with their kids. And when we do tree plantings, these are the people that showed up with their kids.   It's like, okay. And I remember saying to my peers, you know what, this group of employees, these young people are not going to retire with a pension like we are with health care like we do. There's so many things that we have garnered through our career appropriately.   They don't have that. What drives loyalty for them and what engages them with Caterpillar are these things. These things we're doing through the foundation where we're giving back and improving the world and the things we're doing in sustainability, giving back, improving the world.   They are so much more engaged in our company through these things. And so, I kind of knew, I thought, okay, I'm not sure exactly where the Lord is leading, but it's going to be with those people. And that was the thing I knew when I retired that, okay, this is what I want to do.   And then the more I worked, you know, I started the business mentoring women millennials. The more I worked with these young women, the more I saw, yes, there's a need. There's a need here.   And I always, you know, again, people would ask, why? Why are you so connected? And I said, first of all, I saw the value in them.   But secondly, I think I was one. My husband and I laughed that we never really fit in with our generation. And here's why.   We both were out of school and working on our careers when we met. And in our generation, you got married right out of high school, or at the very least right out of college. And so, you know, our families had given up.   They're like, they're never going to get married. They're working. They got this whole career thing going.   And so, when we got married, well, then we didn't have children until we were in our 30s. You know, highly irregular for our generation. We were entrepreneurial.   So, we were looking at franchises in our 20s. And our families were like, just get a job. What is this?   You got to buy something and then you buy something else. And my husband owned a business, his first business in his 30s. We both had side hustles.   Again, friends and family were like, just do one job. What is with you guys? Always got all these things, you know, going.   And then when I took the job in fashion, and I was working in Manhattan and living in Peoria, like, what do you even call that kind of work to call it remote? Working remotely? Yeah.   And so, I think part of my heart for them is I was one. And so, when they talk about some of the struggles and the things that are endearing to them, like, I got you. I felt like that, too.   Laura Dugger:  (28:20 - 28:57) That is incredible. And I think it really does make you the perfect person for that mentor mentee relationship. And I kind of want to camp out on that further, because we've alluded to it.   And some of these tips are in your book, where you highlight those discussion topics that give people the tools. But then if we take it a step further or personalize it, how can all of us as listeners begin a mentoring relationship like the one you've described? And I'm even thinking of the beginning point.   Do you think it's up to the mentor or the mentee to initially reach out?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (28:58 - 33:07) Either one. Yeah, either one can work. When I left Purina, having had this wonderful leadership experience and mentoring environment, I thought, well, this must be what all corporations are like.   No. Doesn't make them bad. They're just different.   So, when I got to Caterpillar that was male, very male dominated, I remember calling my mentor at Purina, who is still my mentor today. She mentored me for 22 years at Caterpillar after I left Purina. And then was one of the biggest proponents of me writing my book and starting my business.   And we still get together today. So, when they talk about developing people for life, they're very serious about that. And so, when I got to Caterpillar, I thought, well, they don't seem to have this.   I think I'll start a mentoring program. Well, I was, you know, some little gal in marketing. You're not going to start a mentoring program for a Fortune 50 company out of that spot.   It comes up through HR and Office of Business Practices and Legal and all of that. Anyway, I called my mentor at Purina, very frustrated, and I said, “Lynn, you and Neil make a place for me. I'm coming back.   They don't have a mentoring program here.” I don't, you know, and she said, “Okay, first of all, we didn't train you up to come back. Your job is to take this forward.”   And she said, “Are there young women there?” Yes. And she said, “Mentor them.”   And she said, “Are there leaders that need support?” And I said, “Yes.” And she said, “Okay, support them.”   She said, “Are there teams that need to be built?” And I said, “Yes.” And she said, “Then you have good work to do there.”   Go. And she hung up. I thought, OK.   And so, from that moment on, when I would see an announcement that would come through email where a woman was being hired into Caterpillar, I would reach out to her and just say, do you have a mentor or would you like one? And for 22 years, they all said yes. And so that's what I did.   I worked with those women. And, you know, here's another God wink when my announcement went out, then that I was retiring. These women all started coming back to me wherever they were in the nation and even in the world.   Many of them had gone on to do other things, bigger, better things. And they all started reaching out to me. Someone had forwarded the announcement to them and said, “We want you to start a business, a mentoring business and help others just like you helped us, and we will help you.”   And one said, “You need to write a book, and I'll write the forward.” Another one said, “Yes, and you need to do podcasts and I'll be on one.” Another one said, “I know what's going to stop you at your website, so I'm going to help you with your website.”   Another one said, “You're going to need testimonials.” So, she posted on social media that anyone that's ever been mentored by Kathryn Spitznagel, leave a message here. Very humbling.   And another one said, “I'm now VP of a big company in Chicago and I will hire you.” And so, I retired one day and started a business the next.   Laura Dugger:  (33:09 - 33:30) Incredible how that all came back around. And I gleaned so much from your stories in your book, and then even getting to connect with you before today. But there's another story about servant leadership that you shared from the man who you've named your previous boss, Neil Lewis.   Will you share? Do you know which one I'm thinking of?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (33:31 - 36:35) Yeah. You need to know three personal things about everyone who works for you. Okay.   So, Neil Lewis had leadership meetings. There were 12 of us were his leadership team every Monday morning. He was also a minister outside of work.   So, a lot of times we would laugh that we were getting the rehash of the sermon from yesterday as part of his leadership. But he often gave us assignments. And one Monday morning, he said, okay, here's your assignment.   I want you to know three personal things about everyone who works for you. And they need to be things that aren't in their personnel file. And he said, I'm going to ask you sometime this week about one of those people, but you won't know which one.   So, you need to know all of them. And I, you know, lousy leader, I was just learning. And I said, Neil, I have 10 people, three things, 10 people, that's 30 things I got to know.   And he said, Kathryn, good math. You have some work to do. So, I went back, and I interviewed each one of my 10 people, three things, found him out, followed the assignment.   And I was ready. And I saw him in the hall later in the week. He said, “Kathryn, walk with me. I'm going to the next meeting.” I said, “Okay.” Tell me three personal things about Kathy, who works for you. I said, “Okay.”   Kathy has recently divorced. Uh, she has an 18-month-old baby, and she is moving to a new apartment. And he said, “What have you done to help her?”   And honest to God, I said, “That wasn't part of the assignment.” And he looked at me and I said, “No, wait a minute. I did help her.   I changed her hours. She has a longer commute now into St. Louis. So, she's going to come in at 8:30 am and work till 5:00 pm.”   And I was feeling pretty proud of myself, like bonus question. And he said, “Did she come to you, or did you go to her?” And I said, “Well, she came to me, but I said, it was okay.”   So, Kathryn know your people. If you don't know your people, you don't know what they need. And if you don't know what they need, you can't help them.   And if you can't help them, what in the world are you doing here? It says leaders were here to serve. And if you're not here to serve, you need to step out.   I became a different leader that day. One who chose to lead by serving.   Laura Dugger:  (36:38 - 37:17) I just wanted to let you know there are now multiple ways to give when you visit thesavvysauce.com. We now have a donation button on our website and you can find it under the donate page, which is under the tab entitled support. Our mailing address is also provided.   If you would prefer to save us the processing fee and send a check that is tax deductible. Either way, you'll be supporting the work of Savvy Sauce Charities and helping us continue to reach the nations with the good news of Jesus Christ. Make sure you visit thesavvysauce.com today. Thanks for your support.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (37:18 - 38:19) You know, the other piece, uh, the other thing that he taught me there, uh, Laura, as we continued to walk, uh, because he always wanted to bring things back around to, to a positive. He was going to make his point, but he was not going to leave me there, you know? He said, Kathryn, “Do you understand what you missed there?”   It was such a missed opportunity with Kathy, um, to engage her and to help her feel cherished. He said, “That's the difference when you anticipate someone's needs and you go to them before they ask. That's the opportunity.”   That's the gold. That's what engages people and, uh, garners their loyalty. And that's when they feel cherished.   That was the real missed opportunity.   Laura Dugger:  (38:23 - 38:35) And that never left you. And that's probably blessed so many people hearing that. What about lessons of forgiveness in leadership as well?   Do you have any stories to illustrate that?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (38:35 - 42:28) Yes. And that's another lesson from, from Neil Lewis that was a profound lesson for me that I've never heard anywhere else. Forgiveness is part of leadership. So, I learned this, um, again, lousy leader just starting out.   And, um, when he put me into leadership, I was like, how hard could it be? Tell people what to do. They do it.   And then came my first employee opinion survey results and they were bad. The numbers were bad. The comments were bad.   The people were unhappy. Um, and the comments to me were, were hurtful. They were justified, but they were hurtful.   And so, when I got, uh, you know, got all the information, I left, I was upset. The next day when I came into the office, I just went into my office and closed the door. I thought they don't want to talk to me.   I don't want to talk to them. That's fine. I was working here.   So, Neil gave me a little time to cool off. And then he came in and, um, on my desk, uh, one of the things that they, um, Purina does in terms of creating that cherished culture is, um, to have things around you that revitalize you. And so, they ask you one of the first days about what, what are things that revitalize you?   And I said, okay, uh, fresh flowers revitalize me. They remind me of my grandmother, nanny, and being in the garden. Um, notes are cards from handwritten, you know, from friends and family and a walk outside.   Those are three things that revitalize me. Okay. So again, I registered with Neil Lewis.   He knew that was a way to frame things for me. So, when he came in that morning, he picked up one of the cards from my desk and he handed it to me and he said, to read that card. And I said, you can read it.   He said, “No. No, I'm asking you to read it out loud to me.” So, it was a card from someone on my team, very complimentary about my leadership style and what it, how it impacted them. And he said, “Is that the leader you are today?”   And I said, “No, but in fairness, they were mean to me. They said some very hurtful things and yeah, I'm not happy.” He said, “Okay.”   And he said, “Kathryn, as leaders, our job is to give first and give again”. And he said, “Do you know what the bridge is between giving first and giving again?” And I said, “No.”   I said, “Neil, I'm not tracking with you.” And he said, “Forgive.” And I said, “Oh, forgiveness.”   And he said, “Nope. Forgiveness is something someone else does. That's a noun. Forgive is a verb. And that's what I need to see you do. Forgive.”   He said, “Kathryn, forgiveness is a big part of leadership and it's something that will hold you back for the rest of your life. So, I am asking you today to be the leader I know you to be and forgive them.”   Laura Dugger:  (42:32 - 42:52) Well, in even the way he modeled that in the way you shared that story, it also reminds me of another leadership tool that you mentioned in your book, which I think if somebody is experiencing this, that could be a really practical next step. So, it's called the hero page. Will you elaborate on that for us?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (42:52 - 52:07) Yes. And so, at Purina, when they talked about having these one-on-ones with your team, with your mentees, with your mentors, kind of framing the dialogue in three buckets, called it three bucket exercise. And I still, this is how I still mentor today.   Uh, so the first thing we ask people to come prepared with is bucket one. What are we celebrating? What have you learned? What have you accomplished? What has gone so well?   Um, since the last time we spoke, because we, as people, but particularly as women pass through things very quickly and go, yep, done good onto the next. Yeah. We don't take that time to celebrate.   And Purina was very focused on what they called reveling. Take just a minute to revel. That was good work, did good work, but whatever was accomplished personal and professional, it was, there were things at home, baby slept four hours straight.   Okay. So, bucket one, what are we celebrating?    Um, so bucket one, they called aha.    Bucket two, they called, hmm, what is, uh, what's out there that you need to, um, do, you know, what's on your to-do list. Is there something you need to get a plan for?   Um, is there something that you want to talk through that's kind of on your assignment board, something like that. And we'll talk through some tactics.    Bucket three is what in the world.   So, anything that seems overwhelming, uh, caught you by surprise. You didn't know it was part of the job. You didn't know it was part of life.   Those are the things we want to talk about in bucket three, every time. So, you want me to tell you the things that are overwhelming me and that I don't know where to start. Yes.   Yes. Every week, because here's what we'll do. We will take the power out of that.   Once you, that's it. We're going to fix it and say, okay, this is what's overwhelming me. This is what I'm anxious about.   This is what caught me by surprise. And we're going to figure out how to break it down into something actionable. And then we're going to move it to bucket two.   And next week, we're going to be talking about those action steps and pretty soon it's going to move to bucket one. There you go. We're celebrating that process that I learned at Purina still did at Caterpillar and doing today.   Um, that just warms my heart. Uh, when I see, um, the folks that I've worked with who've now gone on to do other things. And, uh, one of the guys on my team at Caterpillar, um, now works for McDonald's in Chicago.   And he said that Kathryn, that's our onboarding process. And so, anybody that comes through his team in McDonald's, that's what they learn how to do. And he said that it was just gold.   And you can talk about creating a safe space, but again, the difference with Purina was they gave you a tool, not ours, we are a cherished culture. We create a safe space. And you know what, here's how, by asking this question and by setting aside time to answer it and wrestle with it and work through it.   Now, having said all that, where do you put this information as you're learning this about this person? Uh, you're learning what they're celebrating. You're learning, um, what their values are.   You're learning what they like to do outside of work. What's important to them learning about their purpose. That's a hero page.   And so, they gave us a tool and they said, you know, it's very simple, a hero page. You, you just record things that you have learned about this person that you respect and admire about them. And you can do one for yourself.   They ask you to do the first one for you. Um, but then also to do them for, you can do them for a peer or a leader. Um, you can also do them for someone you're struggling with because oftentimes we aren't really looking for the positives in that person.   So, the, uh, the logic behind the hero page is once you've created it, uh, you're going to look for things to put on it. Positives, all positives, negatives we remember. Positives we're looking for and that's the first reason.    The second reason for a hero page is you may have a tough day with that person sometime. And if you do, you go back and look at your hero page and it puts things in perspective.   Yeah, this isn't going well today, but here are the things I respect and admire about this person. And yes, um, perspective.    The third reason is they may have a tough day sometime and what an incredible gift you can be to them.   Here's an example. When I worked at Caterpillar, um, had wonderful leaders, some remarkable women leaders at Caterpillar, I think because there were so few of them, they were rock stars. And one that I worked for, uh, was sent to Beijing, China on a short term, like a, I don't know, six month or one year assignment as it at the same time, I was also mentoring someone in that Beijing office and it was very remote.   They were, in a remote area, creating an office, creating an HR office, you know, where they, where there's a factory and the person I was mentoring said, you know, let me give you an idea of what we're struggling with here. What kind of, what our situation is. And I'm at corporate and I said, well, whatever it is, I think I could send you some of our signage, some of our value signs.   Those are, those are, that's what you need. I'll send you some value signs. You can put them up on your walls.   And she said, Kathryn, we don't have walls. We're working out of a tent. And she said, each morning we send a bus out to the rural areas here in China and it stops to pick up workers.   And if dad can't go, he sends mom. And if mom can't go, she puts a couple of kids on the bus. And we never know from day to day who's coming to work.   What we do know is that the bus will be full. They will get two meals while they're at work, breakfast and lunch. And then when it returns them home, they will have gotten paid.   She said, we are all but paying people and chickens. Do you understand the situation, the gravity of what we're trying to do to come in here and create an office and HR processes? And she said, first, we're trying to determine who our employees are.   I said, “Oh, our leader is struggling”. And she said, “Will you get on a call with her today?” I said, “Give me a minute.”   And she said, “You're going to get her hero page.” So, we got on the call. Lois, “Kathryn, is this the woman that led one of the first NPI projects for Caterpillar as a woman with our flagship tractor?”   And she said, “Yes.” I said, “Is this the woman who was handed a belt buckle and a t-shirt and created global merchandising stores all around the world?” And she said, “Yes.”   I said, “Is this the woman who has been married 30 plus years happily, raised two remarkable children and showed us all it was possible?” Yes. I said, “I don't know what you're struggling with today, but I do know the woman who did these things can tackle this.”   What a gift you would be to another leader on the day that they needed it in that moment, just to remind them of their value.   Laura Dugger:  (52:10 - 52:40) That encouragement is so powerful. And you're such an engaging storyteller. And like you had mentioned previously, you've gone on from corporate America to now beginning your own business, including your podcast that will link to Rockstar Millennials.   So, I'm curious, Kathryn, are there any stories from those podcast episodes that really come to mind as you think of any standout lessons or your favorites?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (52:41 - 55:51) Oh my gosh. There are so many. It just seems like when I think I can't meet someone any more incredible, I do.   And again, good Lord's hand, they come from all different paths. We're international now. A couple of them that really stand out to me, Michael Kuzma,: he invented the self-playing guitar.   He knew people in his life who had either never been able to play the guitar and wanted to, or they had experienced some sort of an injury or illness that then prevented them from doing what they loved. And so, he created this and just said, “I want this to bring joy and be fun for people.” And I guess the part of the platform that I have for the podcast is purpose.   How are you living your purpose? Khushi Shah is 19 years old. So, she's a little bit younger than a millennial even.   Created a company called Drizzl and it is an informed, what I want to say, it's an irrigation company. And she created this as a science project in grade school. She's now in college at MIT and Harvard and Northeastern.   So, she's attending classes at all. She went to a science and math school in Chicago for high school, finished early and took a gap year at 17. And I said, “So you traveled?”   And she said, “Nope, I decided I'd just run that business full-time, Drizzl.” And so, her families of Indian descent. They'd gone to India and seen the need for water, clean water.   And she said, coming back to the States, I saw sprinklers, lawn sprinklers running and it was raining. And I thought, I need to fix that. There are products on the market that will turn a sprinkler off if it's raining.   Her product is predictive. She's 19. Yeah.   So, folks from St. Jude, folks from Midwest Food Bank, just incredible. Obviously, I can't name one.   There are so many. And those who are living their purpose in all walks of life, in all places around the world, I want to talk to.   Laura Dugger:  (55:52 - 56:07) Wow. And Kathryn, you've invested in so many people and highlighted so many people through your podcast. As you look back, what are you happiest that you invested your life in?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (56:09 - 57:07) Well, I'm a mom, boy mom. So that would have to be my first, my boys. Again, one of the women that I mentor said to me early on, Kathryn, one of the things I love the most is you're from the other side.   I said, Kelsey, what does that mean? I'm from the other side. And she said, you've already done all of this.   You've done the corporate life. You understand small business. You have a decades long, happy marriage.   You've raised your boys. They're happy. They're successful.   If you did this, we can do this and you can help us. And so that investment on so many levels, yeah, is coming back.   Laura Dugger:  (57:08 - 57:19) I love that. And would you be willing just to share anything else about your business or what all you have to offer so that we can continue learning from you after this conversation?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (57:20 - 1:00:49) Oh, absolutely. So, the book that you mentioned, Rockstar Millennials, Developing the Next Generation of Leaders. That's the book.   And it recounts so many of these leadership stories. And then in the back, as you said, are the different tools. And I have to credit the Caterpillar engineers because when I went to Caterpillar and I would tell these stories about Purina or I would live something that they had taught me.   Very early on, in the meeting, or after the meeting, some of these gentlemen came up to me and said, “That thing you just did in that meeting, can you write that down? Like what?” And they said, “Like the words and or the process.”   And so, it began. So, I'd start writing down the words and they might put a graphic with it or somehow improve it. And so, through the years, this same group kept coming back to me.   And when they saw the announcement that I was retiring, they showed up again and said, “Okay, we need one more thing, a spreadsheet.” What do you mean a spreadsheet? They said, “You know, all through the years, we have all of these tools now that we've created out of your head on this paper that we can use and we're using.”   If you can give us a spreadsheet that says, “If you're having this leadership issue, use this tool.” So, God bless the engineers.   So, I credit them, and the tools are in the back of the hard book.   What I found when I started doing workshops was people didn't want to write in the book and they also wanted something bigger and they wanted a place to make notes and doodle and that sort of thing. So that's why we have the book and then the toolkit. So, my business is Mentoring Women Millennials and I do one on one mentoring with individuals, small business primarily.   They'll bring me in to work with their women leaders, but also just individuals who are in some sort of a transition in life or that have never had a mentor and would like one. And so, I do the one-on-one mentoring also with nonprofits. And I'm now an 18-year breast cancer survivor, still in treatment.   And I also mentor breast cancer survivors. And keynote speaking. I work with the Capital City Speakers Bureau.   And so, I do speaking there and I'm prepping for a TED Talk. So those are the next things.   Laura Dugger:  (1:00:50 - 1:01:16) I love it. Always something up your sleeve. We will link to your website so that people can follow up and get in touch if that would be a good partnership.   And you may already be familiar that we're called The Savvy Sauce because savvy is synonymous with practical knowledge or insight. And so as my final question for you today, Kathryn, what is your Savvy Sauce?   Kathryn Spitznagle: (1:01:18 - 1:01:49) Um, when I left Purina, um, I asked Neil, “You know, how do I ever repay this company that has given so much to me?” And he said, “Take what you've learned and help someone else.” And so, if you learn from me, that would be my ask, help someone else.   Laura Dugger:  (1:01:50 - 1:02:05) I love that. Amen. Great Savvy Sauce.   And Kathryn, you're just so poised and classy and full of insight. And it was an absolute pleasure to get to host you as my guest today. So, thank you for being my guest.   Kathryn Spitznagle: (1:02:05 - 1:02:07) Thank you. Thank you for having me.   Laura Dugger:  (1:02:09 - 1:05:52) One more thing before you go. Have you heard the term gospel before?   It simply means good news. And I want to share the best news with you. But it starts with the bad news.   Every single one of us were born sinners, but Christ desires to rescue us from our sin, which is something we cannot do for ourselves. This means there is absolutely no chance we can make it to heaven on our own. So, for you and for me, it means we deserve death, and we can never pay back the sacrifice we owe to be saved.   We need a savior. But God loved us so much, he made a way for his only son to willingly die in our place as the perfect substitute. This gives us hope of life forever in right relationship with him.   That is good news. Jesus lived the perfect life we could never live and died in our place for our sin. This was God's plan to make a way to reconcile with us so that God can look at us and see Jesus.   We can be covered and justified through the work Jesus finished if we choose to receive what He has done for us. Romans 10:9 says, “That if you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” So, would you pray with me now?   Heavenly Father, thank you for sending Jesus to take our place. I pray someone today right now is touched and chooses to turn their life over to you. Will you clearly guide them and help them take their next step in faith to declare you as Lord of their life?   We trust you to work and change lives now for eternity. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.   If you prayed that prayer, you are declaring him for me, so me for him. You get the opportunity to live your life for him. And at this podcast, we're called The Savvy Sauce for a reason.   We want to give you practical tools to implement the knowledge you have learned. So, you ready to get started? First, tell someone.   Say it out loud. Get a Bible. The first day I made this decision, my parents took me to Barnes & Noble and let me choose my own Bible.   I selected the Quest NIV Bible, and I love it. You can start by reading the book of John. Also, get connected locally, which just means tell someone who's a part of a church in your community that you made a decision to follow Christ.   I'm assuming they will be thrilled to talk with you about further steps, such as going to church and getting connected to other believers to encourage you. We want to celebrate with you too, so feel free to leave a comment for us here if you did make a decision to follow Christ. We also have show notes included where you can read scripture that describes this process.   And finally, be encouraged. Luke 15:10 says, “In the same way I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” The heavens are praising with you for your decision today.   And if you've already received this good news, I pray you have someone to share it with. You are loved and I look forward to meeting you here next time.

“You can re-imagine anything.” This was life advice that fashion designer Phillip Lim was given by his mother. His family escaped the Khmer Rouge and came to America as refugees. They had no resources and had to start over from scratch. Somehow, Phillip rose to become one of the most successful fashion designers in the world. He started his label 3.1 Phillip Lim with his business partner when they were both just 31 years old.In this heartfelt episode of House Call, we catch Phillip in a moment of evolution, surprising the fashion world by stepping away from his company and starting a new, unknown chapter in his life. As he opens up about his continuous journey of becoming, of re-imagining his life, Phillip and the Surgeon General ponder: how do you distinguish between success and fulfillment? How does being part of a community help our mental health? Why is creativity and sense of play so important? What is the connection between beauty and the values we live?While they come from very different worlds of medicine and fashion, Phillip and the Surgeon General are both guided by love of community, a desire to help others, and the inspiration of their mothers.(02:46)  What role has Phillip Lim's mom played in his life?(06:20)  How did Phillip Lim maintain a sense of optimism in his early life?(09:20)  How did curiosity and creativity put Phillip Lim on an unexpected path?(15:27)  How did Phillip Lim navigate the competitive world of fashion?(18:54)  What practices does Phillip Lim use to stay grounded?(23:02)  What is the difference between success and fulfillment for Phillip Lim?(26:33)  How can we find the courage to make big life changes?(31:58)  How is Phillip Lim building community and advocating for mental health?(42:32)  What message does Dr. Murthy have for Phillip Lim's mother?(48:05)  Phillip Lim asks Dr. Murthy for advice on empowering others to be seen, heard, and show up for each other.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a note at housecalls@hhs.gov with your feedback & ideas. For more episodes, visit www.surgeongeneral.gov/housecalls. Phillip Lim, Fashion Designer & Mental Health AdvocateInstagram: @therealphilliplim @creatingspace_community @morethanourbellies @nytougherthanever Fashion designer and Creative Director, Phillip Lim, was born to Chinese parents. A weekend job at Barneys South Coast Plaza led to an internship with Katayone Adeli, and eventually, a position on her design team. When Adeli relocated to New York, Lim remained in Los Angeles and co-founded his first label, Development. After four years at Development, Lim relocated to New York to launch 3.1 Phillip Lim where he spent 20 years at the helm of the pioneering, modern luxury brand before departing in late 2024 to pursue new ventures.Lim is recognized as one of the most talented and successful American designers in the fashion industry. He is the recipient of several prestigious industry honors including the Fashion Group International's Women's Designer ‘Rising Star' Award, the CFDA Swarovski Award for Womenswear, the CFDA Swarovski Award for Menswear, and the CFDA Award for Accessories Designer of the Year.Beyond the label, Lim has become a leader, author, entrepreneur, and recognized community advocate. In 2021, he led the #STOPASIANHATE movement, co-founding a GoFundMe initiative that has raised over $7,000,000 to date. Lim continued growing his personal projects in 2021, launching the “House of Slay” alongside his best friends. The House of Slay established a community that served as a safe, inclusive space for underrepresented voices from all walks of life. The group was honored at the 2022 CFDA Awards with the CFDA Positive Social Influence Award. And in 2023, Lim co-founded Creating Space, a grassroots organization aimed at bringing attention and healing to the mental health crisis affecting the AAPI community.

Transform Your Style with Alison Bruhn: A Fashion Journey for Women 50+Join Alison Bruhn, a former teacher turned fashion expert, as she shares her inspiring journey into the world of personal styling. Alongside her daughter Delia Folk, Alison co-founded The Style That Binds Us, a platform dedicated to celebrating fashion for women of all ages and sizes. In this empowering episode, Alison reveals how she reinvented her career and now helps women like you embrace fashion as a tool for self-expression and transformation.As we enter midlife, our bodies and lifestyles evolve, and so should our wardrobes. This episode offers valuable insights on how to navigate these changes with confidence and grace. Alison shares expert tips on how to avoid the trap of holding onto outdated styles and how to adapt your wardrobe to reflect your current self. Learn how to embrace your body with self-acceptance, build a wardrobe that suits both your personality and lifestyle, and move beyond the casual staples that dominated the pandemic years.Discover how to approach fashion with a fresh perspective, no matter your size or shape. We'll explore the latest trends, including the chaotic world of denim, and offer practical advice on finding the perfect fit—especially if you're on the shorter side. From the rich colors of fall to the lively hues of spring, Alison explains how to incorporate these seasonal trends into your wardrobe effortlessly. Plus, get excited about the return of preppy and nautical styles with a modern twist that promises to elevate your look.Whether you're looking to refresh your wardrobe or gain confidence in your personal style, Alison's expert guidance and services, from virtual consultations to personalized styling sessions, offer the perfect solutions. Alison's recent recognition by Fashion Group International highlights her commitment to making sure all women feel seen and stylish, no matter their age.Tune in to learn how fashion can be your key to personal reinvention and expression at any stage of life.You can find Alison Bruhn and her daughter, Delia Folk, at https://thestylethatbindsus.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestylethatbindsus/Send us a text_________________________________________Are you ready to reclaim your midlife body and health? I went through my own personal journey through menopause, the struggle with midsection weight gain, and feeling rundown. Faster Way, a transformative six-week group program, set me on the path to sustainable change. I'd love to work with you! Let me help you reach your health and fitness goals.https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=MicheleFolanHave questions about Faster Way? Feel free to reach out.mfolanfasterway@gmail.comFollow Asking for a Friend on Social media outlets:https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/https://www.facebook.com/askforafriendpod/Please provide a review and share. This helps us grow! https://lovethepodcast.com/AFAF*Transcripts are done with AI and may not be perfectly accurate.**This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

What's your personal style? Classic and timeless? Boho-chic? Comfy and casual? Maybe you're not quite sure. In this episode, Naeemah chats with Batul Sadiq, Image Consultant and co-creator of "You Have Arrived". They talk about how styling your wardrobe can aid in the decluttering process. Batul Sadiq is the founder of BHS Image Consulting and is a seasoned image consultant offering personal styling, etiquette guidance, and cultural insights to top female executives. With degrees from the Fashion Institute of Technology and San Francisco State University, she now applies over fifteen years of experience to her work, including her role as the incoming Regional Director of Fashion Group International's DC chapter. Batul co-created the digital course 'You Have Arrived!' and is recognized for her impactful seminars with organizations like the Young Presidents' Organization and Xerox. Serving clients both virtually and in the DC Metro area, Batul ensures the women she serves build strong personal brands that match their ambition. https://www.bhsimageconsulting.com/ Follow us on Social Media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/organizemeradio/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OrganizeMeRadio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more information about Naeemah, visit her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naeemahfordgoldson.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/naeemah-ford-goldson/message

Really Interesting Women - The podcast Episode 112    Collette Dinnigan AOCollette Dinnigan is one of the country's most successful fashion designers. Her creations have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, Nicole Kidman, Julia Roberts, Princess Mary, and the Duchess of Cambridge. She became the first Australian to mount a full-scale ready-to-wear collection in Paris and was subsequently invited to show on the prestigious Paris Fashion Week schedule. Collette has won Australian Designer of the Year, the Louis Vuitton Business Award and the Award for Excellence from Fashion Group International amongst many other accolades. She has even been a Special Guest Editor for Vogue Living's ‘Italian' issue. Her business was an international success and then, after 24 years, she closed her boutiques in Sydney, Melbourne and London, stopped producing her successful bridal and evening wear lines and, with a renewed sense of purpose, headed in a new creative direction for all the right reasons.We had a great discussion which included, as a child,  her family's real life re-enactment of the TV series The Rovers (one of the great Australian shows!), being told at Fashion School that she was least likely to succeed in the class, her international rise and embracing new opportunities (working with Specsavers, entering Celebrity MasterChef) and...food. We even get tips on the best thing for Italian food lovers to plant in a garden. Everything covered!Head to the link in my bio for a listen. Visit instagram @reallyinterestingwomen for further interviews and posts of interesting women in history. Follow the link to leave a review....and tell your friendshttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/really-interesting-women/id1526764849If you know of a potential guest or interesting woman in history, email me atreallyinterestingwomen@gmail.com

When Kia Ragland says she has “the perfect eye”, she's not kidding. Kia has been tested for nuances in the way her eyes detect color, and it should come as no surprise that the Director of Product Development at Kylie Cosmetics is a shade above the crowd when it comes to spotting the differences in say, Ruby Woo and Dior 999.Kia tells us she got into the beauty game early on, but it was slightly out of necessity. As a bi-racial woman in a predominantly white area, she learned how to do her own hair and makeup in the 4th grade, and from there an interest grew in learning how the products she was using were created, eventually resulting in Kia becoming a cosmetologist by her senior year of high school. Okay, so when we say “interest”, we're clearly under-selling-Kia has ambition for miles and even tells us that during college, she was known to work 2-3 internships at once!This ambition has clearly served Kia well with stops along her career journey at Stila and SmashBox Cosmetics where she created one of the products she is still proudest of to this day: “Punked” a purple-grey lip color that was so well-received it not only sold out and turned Kia into an award-winning creator.To hear the whole story of how Kia trusted her gut all the way to winning Fashion Group International's Rising Star Award and more of how she takes products from concept to market, listen to this ep wherever you get your podcasts!

The first step to securing financial freedom is understanding the NUMBERS and THE LINGO. Want to know a secret? It's not as complicated as you think. I use to be afraid to look at the numbers. I would put it off until the end of the month. I would make decisions based on the amount of money I currently saw in my bank account. And want to know where that left me? Feeling stressed and confused and frustrated. After all, the reason that you started your business is because you want freedom and flexibility. BUT you can't have either of those things if you can't properly manage the FLOW of the money that is coming in and going out. In this episode we are digging into exactly how to understand your numbers, what you truly need to know and how to tear the emotion away from your finances. MEET CATHERINECatherine began her career in publishing spending years working as a magazine editor and with emerging luxury fashion designers. At the age of 25, she launched her first business in November 2014, e-commerce company PLAN DE VILLE as the online destination for luxury fashion by emerging designers. She received the Rising Star Award in Retail from The Fashion Group International in 2016 for the concept. Catherine's work has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, Forbes, Women's Wear Daily, and by Nasdaq. After scaling Plan de Ville and launching a financial advisory practice for emerging brands, she completed an MBA at Columbia Business School and created The Consistent Cash Flow Method for Small Business Owners: a proven method to eliminate cash flow stress and empower you to grow your brand and team as a small business.SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE WORKSHOP

In today's Real Life Leadership episode, Chantel had the opportunity to speak with Shawna Schuh. A lifetime adventurer, entertainer, and leadership expert, Shawna Schuh is an innovative thought-leader who can help you unpack the pesky problems you encounter when you lead people.   With a curious mind, herself, and a Master's Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Shawna is exceptionally skilled in the art of uncovering leadership blind spots through coaching, facilitating leadership groups, and catapulting leaders out of the leadership weeds and into leading teams effectively.   Having worked with organizations like Nike and Columbia Sportswear to associations such as Fashion Group International and the National Speakers Association. Shawna shares a unique perspective so that the information and ideas she promotes stick and work.   With two TEDx talks to her credit, as well as 3 decades of experience, you will be enlightened as well as challenged while shifting from the less stellar things most leaders do to focus only on what the best leaders do.   Enjoy!   -   Connect with Shawna:  Website: https://shawnaschuh.com/    Order Chantel's Book, One Meal And A Tasting: https://chantelrayway.com/onemeal/    Join CanZell HERE: https://joincanzell.com/    Check out the CanZell Cloud HERE: https://canzellcloud.com/    Claim Your Free Ticket For The Grow And Scale Now Summit! https://growandscalenow.com/    Chantel: https://www.instagram.com/thechantelray/     For more resources, visit http://www.reallifeleaders.com/podcast    Have a leadership question you want answered? Email podcast@reallifeleaders.com and you might even be in an episode!  

Catherine Smith Licari is the owner of two successful ecommerce businesses with a focus on eliminating your cash flow stress to grow your brand and team. She has an MBA from Columbia business school and received the Rising Star Award in Retail from The Fashion Group International and was also named Entrepreneur of the Week by Nasdaq.

Brian interviews Tania Semper. Tania is Regional Vice President of the Fashion Group International, FGI, a non-profit that is an organization bringing all people involved in fashion together here in Toronto and globally. We talk about fashion, trends for next year FGI, and ageism in fashion. They have an event Nov. 29 to present fashion trends for 2023, but this year they say it's social influencers that are more important than the editors and experts in the past. In addition we discuss an event, Roar With Confidence, that shifts and disrupts mindsets around ageism.

On this episode, I revisit the live feed of my Men's Style Month "Trend Talk" underwritten by Madison Avenue BID and Fashion Group International. My guests are menswear alpha males Musa Jackson, Eric Jennings and Nick Wooster and we cover style tips for everything from office casual to formalwear. We also discuss menswear brands to follow, global menswear cities as well as NYC pockets of style and the now infamous G-7 leader group photo. Listen in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Power Talks Live es un show presentado por Dr. Melanie Falvey. Sus invitadas, líderes y mujeres influyentes de todos los ambitos y partes del mundo. ¿El objetivo? Traemos las historias e inquietudes de estas mujeres inspiradoras para que puedas sentir la fuerza del impacto que están teniendo cada una de ellas en sus respectivos ámbitos. En esta ocasión, tenemos la suerte de poder charlas con Laura Erre, su exitosa carrera en el mundo digital de la moda, te va a inspirar! Laura Erre es estratega de marketing y negocios. Especializada en moda y comercio electrónico. Autora del libro "Tu negocio SIEMPRE a la moda". Actual directora del Grupo BRILA MODA, fundadora de FASHION STARTUP LAB, 1a Incubadora de Negocios de moda en México, Kid's Fashion Startup, programa para pequeños emprendedores, y presidente de FASHION DIGITAL TALKS, congreso internacional de e-commerce, negocios y moda. Host del podcast Fashion Digital Talks by Laura eRRe. Miembro de la mesa directiva de Fashion Group International y de Red Incuba. Apasionada por viajar y conocer a gente extraordinaria de todo el mundo. Sigue nuestos perfiles en todas las plataformas para poder ver este episodio. Retransmitido simulatneamente en @expertchanneltv YouTube Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Twitch En diferido en nuestra app y en tu Smart TV https://app.expertchannel.tv Roku Amazon Fire TV Apple TV Google TV En Podcast, en todas las plataformas, puedes encontrarlo aquí https://anchor.fm/expert-channel Forma parte de la experiencia de la 5a edición de *Fashion Digital Talks*, el congreso internacional de eCommerce, negocios y moda más importante de México en LATAM en donde conocerás mejores prácticas de ventas en línea, marketing digital, herramientas tecnológicas y casos de éxito globales. ¿Cuándo? *Del 12 al 14 de Octubre* Evento digital https://www.fashiondigitaltalks.com/programa Poeww.ticketopolis.com/fashiondigit.../tickets.aspx...we --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/expert-channel/message

SEASON: 1 EPISODE: 22 Episode Overview: Are you a leader that is focused on building a stronger culture with long-term retention in mind? Looking for new strategies to increase your team's productivity and results? If you are looking for ways to develop environments that help your people bring their best selves to the work they do, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with Leadership expert, speaker, coach and advisor Shawna Schuh. Guest Bio:  A lifetime adventurer, entertainer, and leadership expert, Shawna Schuh is an innovative thought-leader who can help you unpack the pesky problems you encounter when you lead people. With a curious mind, herself, and a Master's Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Shawna is exceptionally skilled in the art of uncovering leadership blind spots through coaching, facilitating leadership groups, and catapulting leaders out of the leadership weeds and into leading teams effectively. Having worked with organizations like Nike and Columbia Sportswear to associations such as Fashion Group International and the National Speakers Association, Shawna shares a unique perspective so that the information and ideas she promotes stick and work. Shawna addresses any and all issues relating to people skills. Her presentations are humorous, overflowing with energy and packed with practical results driven information that will positively maximize profits. Resource Links: Website: https://www.shawnaschuh.com/ (https://www.ShawnaSchuh.com) Product Link: https://www.shawnaschuh.com/ (https://www.ShawnaSchuh.com) Insight Gold Timestamps: 04:42 3% of people in the world are continuously educating themselves 04:52 Teams are tired of being told and sold 06:12 Do you know what your next step is? 07:34 The quality of the answers are really in direct proportion to how masterful your questions are 08:35 Are you in your own way? 09:10 What is that I really want from the exchange? 12:18 Pick up your get-up-and-go 18:00 it's not the word. It's the intent behind the word 23:43 The ones that are the most hurtful humans are probably the ones hurting the most 27:41 What did you get done today? What are you most proud of? 28:50 Win Wednesdays 29:54 If you invest in you, no market can take it from you 34:58 In closing…. Connect Socially: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnaschuh/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnaschuh/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawna.schuh/ (https://www.facebook.com/shawna.schuh/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/shawnaschuh (https://twitter.com/shawnaschuh) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=shawna+schuh (https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=shawna+schuh) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnaschuh/ (https://www.instagram.com/shawnaschuh/) Email: Shawna@ShawnaSchuh.com Sponsors:  Rainmaker Digital Solutions: https://www.rainmakerdigitalsolutions.com/ (https://www.rainmakerdigitalsolutions.com/) Resources: https://becomingpreferred-podcast.com/resources/ (https://becomingpreferred-podcast.com/resources/) Next Episode: Free your authentic voice and find your power with Laura Handke!

Batul Sadiq is the founder, owner and wardrobe stylist at BHS Image Consulting, in the Washington, D.C. area. She realized, as a young professional and mother, how image and style could be used as tools to communicate personal and professional goals. She was able to attract positions and experiences in which she was valued by, in part, honing in on her own authentic style, and ultimately made the decision to be in control of her own narrative. Batul uses her experience to work with women to identify their personal style and guides them in curating a fun and functional wardrobe to enhance their lives, empower their spirits and achieve their goals. BHS Image Consulting is the realization of a dream that started in the heart of the fashion district in New York City where she received extensive training from industry veterans and had the opportunity to collaborate with fellow creatives. She continued her journey in the neighborhoods of San Francisco and learned the value of a holistic approach to the art of dress in addition to its impact on individuals, communities and the environment, around the globe. Her initial desire to support women at different stages of life and encourage them to strip themselves of the labels placed on them has grown with time. "There is no budget, body type or image standard, but rather the unique needs of people looking to share their spark with the world," Batul says. Since 2005, she has assisted women across the country from all backgrounds to reveal their most authentic selves through their wardrobe styling and image. She helps women overcome roadblocks in their lives and recounts stories of clients who finally started feeling heard in their workplaces when they owned their authenticity and felt better about themselves, starting with identifying and owning their personal style. Batul shares that we should employ the "teflon/velcro" technique of letting negative comments slide off of us, while holding onto the positive feedback we receive. Her driving force for her entrepreneurship venture was to identify and stay true to her "why." She gives herself permission to be her best and affirms each day that she is deserving. As are you. Her time spent at the Fashion Institute of Technology and San Francisco State University, combined with her Asian American Muslim upbringing, has shaped her perspective on the way we dress and its impact on business, environments and people. Batul also is an image consulting coach for Emerge Consulting Solutions, a member of Fashion Group International and a blog contributor at Mind Body Soul Sisterz, which brings together women who offer concrete steps to help us own our own authenticity and achieve our goals. You can follow Batul's work at: Website www.bhsimageconsulting.com Instagram: @bhs_image_consulting www.instagram.com/bhs_image_consulting/ Facebook: @BHSImageConsulting https://www.facebook.com/BHSImageConsulting/ Like To Know It: BHS Image Consulting https://www.shopltk.com/explore/BHS%20Image%20Consulting Pinterest www.pinterest.com/bhsimageconsulting LinkedIn: BHS Image Consulting https://www.linkedin.com/company/bhs-image-consulting/ Batul offered a free bra and measurement guide she created for viewers who can use it to solve their discomforts: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFDgMkYFtI/fr-Zx5_clsBcG1dDFVIAKA/view --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/maria-leonard-olsen/support

Join me for this special episode 50 as I chat with three of my fellow patternmaker and product developer friends about how you can develop fashion that fits your customer, lifestyle, and values. We share our best industry tips and expert advice on making clothes that really fit - and building best practices for your brand and business whether you are just starting out or are leveling up an established brand. Ellie Wilcox - Digitech Design Ellie Wilcox helps fashion entrepreneurs bridge the gap between design and technology by way of 3D prototyping. Xochil Herrera Scheer - The Chicago Patternmaker Xochil Herrera Scheer is "The Chicago Pattern Maker"; she provides pattern making and product development design services to businesses throughout the US. Xochil and her team bring strong expertise and genuine care to collaborate with brands, guiding them through the pre-production prototyping process, with the goal of creating beautiful and functional products that are ready to take to market. Named a "Rising Star" by SPESA in 2021, Xochil has a keen understanding of the production process through her network of factories and suppliers, and by staying closely involved with clients throughout their development. She is very passionate about Made in USA products, ethical sourcing and manufacturing, and is an active member of SEAMS Association, FGI Chicago, and the Apparel Industry Board of Illinois. Xochil enjoys promoting our great industry through learning experiences, collaborative events and professional development. She is also an adjunct faculty teacher in Fashion Studies at Columbia College Chicago. Connie Bourgeois - Conjetta Designs Connie Bourgeois is the CEO and Creative Director of Conjetta Designs - a full service fashion design and production company. Connie is highly intuitive and draws inspiration from the world around her. From a young age, she knew she wanted a career in fashion, a dream that became a reality in 2010. Since then, she has tried to get involved in a variety of projects, all of which have somehow become part of her ongoing creative journey. Connie started Conjetta Designs with her business partner, Dayne Lewis, in 2020. The goal, bringing others fashion design dreams to life, in turn building up St.Louis' fashion industry to what it once was. In 2 short years the team and company has grown immensely. Connie is also the Creative Director? and Co-Founder of Gyal Bashy, a Caribbean inspired, sustainably sourced, inclusive brand. Alison Hoenes - Alison Hoenes Design & How Fitting podcast Alison Hoenes is a freelance patternmaker who helps women's slow fashion brands overcome technical unknowns and get designs to production with confidence. She writes a newsletter for fashion entrepreneurs on developing fashion that fits your lifestyle, body, and values, serves as the Regional Director for Fashion Group International of Saint Louis, and is the host of the How Fitting podcast. She truly enjoys all the technical details that go into making flat yards of fabric fit a three-dimensional body. Alison has so much fun working with brands to make clothes that fit – developing clothing that makes your customers feel confident and developing confidence in you along the way. In this episode, you'll learn: The importance of fit and how to make sure you end up with a well-fitting design The questions Connie, Xochil, Ellie, and I ask designers at the beginning of the development process so we are clear what good fit looks like How to develop good fit from your first collection and beyond Why boundaries and good communication create work-life balance that allows you to focus on the things that you value the most Ways to set expectations at the beginning of a project so that everyone feels heard and respected throughout the whole development process The benefits of finding a patternmaker/development partner who aligns with your brand values How to attract people who share the same values How brand values influence design and development Why knowing your customer is key to a successful product and business Our top tips for brands just starting product development for their design People and resources mentioned in this episode: Digitech Design website Digitech Design email Ellie's Instagram Ellie's LinkedIn The Chicago Patternmaker website The Chicago Patternmaker email Xochil's Instagram Xochil's LinkedIn Conjetta Designs website Connie's email Conjetta Designs Instagram Conjetta Designs LinkedIn Gyal Bashy website Calendly scheduling app

Join us this week as we shine our DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT on a rising star fashion designer, Mimi Prober. This episode is a FASCINATING deep dive into one designer's passion for fabric, vintage textiles, sustainable fashion, and creating a brand with a purpose. Mimi Prober has dedicated herself to “the sustainable practices of natural dyeing and design with a focus on textile narratives, preservation, and process - honoring those involved in the creation, from farm to fiber.” She is celebrated for her decorative and unique beading, embroidery, and lace designs. “Integrating the artistry of the past and establishing a sustainable future through the reuse of antique materials to create modern handcrafted heirlooms.” Founding her namesake label in 2014, Mimi has become known for creations using “forgotten textiles with documented stories to tell from a previous time.”   So of course, her designs are GORGEOUS and highly regarded! Her collection has been worn by industry icons Chloë Sevigny, Misty Copeland, Erykah Badu, and Rihanna, just to name a few. #JUSSAYIN! And this year, she was just named one of fashion's “Rising Stars” by the Fashion Group International – a BFD, friends! Mimi's bio is vast: she is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, the creator of her own clothing brand, a lover of vintage textiles and fashion (especially rock T-shirts!) and has been a designer-in-residence at the Jill Stuart Gallery at Cornell University. If that is not fabulous enough: Mimi's work is part of the permanent collection at the Museum at FIT, where a collection piece was on view for the exhibition ‘Fashion Unraveled.'  AND, her creations are now on view at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York for the Costume Institute's “In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion” through September 5, 2022. “Intricate hand embroidery, hand spinning, weaving, and knits in organic natural fibers, antique textiles, and local luxury wools. Created with artisan and women owned natural dye houses, fiber farms, and mills with the commitment to ethical production and preservation. Signature silhouettes include hand knits, motorcycle jackets, draped details, and 19th century inspired workwear reimagined into modern heirlooms.” Mimi has long had a passion for finding and preserving fragments that were discarded at some point because they no longer had a use.  She sources heirloom antique fabrics from the 18th to early 20th centuries at auctions and markets, and sometimes individuals reach out to her when they've inherited something that holds meaning for them, but they don't know what to do with it. Her philosophy is based on a desire to create mindful pieces and bring to life the stories embedded in them, sharing them with the next generation.  “There's so much work that goes into making a garment, consumers don't always realize that it's not automated.” “We live in a society where it's so easy to forget about where we came from,” Mimi says. “So much is mass produced these days, and it's a whole different mindset. I appreciate the detail from the past.” Her company has invested in community engagement, and she has partnered with a female-founded, all-women-run natural dye house in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and a women's lace guild in Kollam, India. A certified sustainable and organic factory in India that makes materials for her ready-to-wear line also provides full funding to all the female employees and their children to attend school. On this episode, Mimi shares her love for sustainable luxury fashion and a deep appreciation for history and handcraft, while your hostess with the most-est Holly Katz masterfully asks all the great questions: Where does Mimi get her inspiration and passion for vintage textiles and the repurposing of materials?    How did she get started?   How does she source her materials and create her designs?    Why is sustainable fashion important to her – and to all of us?    Who are the artisans and creators she works with? Where does she find them?   What does Mimi herself wear every day? What are her favorite fashion pieces?    What is next for the Mimi Prober brand?    What is her point of view of the fashion industry?   Where can everyone find and purchase her designs?   We don't want to give you all the answers here – you need to hear Mimi's voice to feel her passion as an artist and a designer. Her ideas are big and creative, and she gives us so much to imagine and think about.  This is one podcast episode you will want to immerse yourself in for a minute and learn about a myriad of philosophies and ideas that you just may not have ever heard before!  Mimi Prober's ethereal designs are evergreen, collectible pieces. And her ideas and concepts are intentional and thoughtful. Join us for this refreshing point of view on fashion and the fashion industry. Mimi Prober is an inspiration, and we are so pleased to introduce you! Learn more about Mimi Prober at www.mimiprober.com or find her on Instagram. FASHION CRIMES PODCAST “The Best Fashion Friend You Never Knew You Needed!” www.fashioncrimespodcast.com

How does a talented fine jewelry designer go from working in the jewelry industry to starting her own jewelry design business? Well, this week's special guest tells us it sort of started when her work became the mascot for a close-knit community…   Meet our Bestie Julie Lamb of Julie Lamb NY. She is a career designer who received a Metalsmithing BFA from Syracuse University.  For Julie it was always all jewelry, all the time - pretty much her whole life.    Be sure to listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts or at https://apple.co/2XXKHfC.   After starting her business nearly 7 years ago, Julie Lamb has just been named the “Rising Star” in the jewelry category, winning a prestigious award from Fashion Group International.  THIS. IS. A. BFD! And Holly was there to witness it all in person at the event!   Julie Lamb NY now has several jewelry designs, but one of her very first items incorporated her namesake: The Lamb.     According to her website, the “Be Ewe line encourages individuality in the most playful way with a lovable Lamb logo lets the ewe shine through. Make sure to 'stand out' & ‘be herd' wherever you may roam. Or just revel in your badass Black Sheep status, in black diamonds!” How fun is that???   How It Started:   Julie tells us a hilarious story of learning how to navigate her new business on social media – specifically Instagram – and did not know the power of hashtags.   After posting her first few “Be Ewe” designs using the hashtags “lamb jewelry and “sheep jewelry,” she started getting knitters and quilters - and even some sheep farmers - responding!    This New York City girl now found herself talking to sheep farmers and knitters, and even had one little customer from Future Farmers of America. They were sweet girls from Texas and other places who wanted Julie's lamb jewelry for their graduations and events. As odd as it was, it was a great learning lesson: she quickly learned how hashtags work!   This led into a direction she never could have imagined – a group of knitters invited her to their industry events like the Rhinebeck Sheep and Wool Festival. She feels she was listening to her customers and was happy to go wherever they encouraged her to go to grow her business.    It is hard to sell a new jewelry line (or any new product), but she was fortunate to find a separate audience that no other jewelers could play with. She found a community of lovely knitters who were very passionate and supportive. It was a different facet of the business, and one that helped her grow.    But all knitting aside (just kidding, she does not knit), Julie is now known for her fine CITY, Metropolis and Bespoke jewelry designs. She uses 18K yellow gold, 14K white gold and 14K rose gold for her designs – preferring the stronger yellow tone of 18K.  You can see all her work at www.julielambny.com. How to Start a Business:   As an art major, Julie is a bit mad that art schools do not teach basic business skills. Math is not her thing – not that there is anything wrong with that! – but a little accounting and a little Excel spreadsheet work would have been helpful.    She recommends that no matter what your product is, or how talented you are, you need to learn basic business skills early on to be successful. Some lessons are learned the hard way, avoid this one.    How to Style Jewelry:   We all know Holly loves to mix metals, and literally tells us that every week on these episodes. Julie's rule for wearing jewelry is ‘the more the merrier!”  If she goes out, she piles it on.    Julie's Style Tip: for the summer, mix your metals with beads. It's a lighter look, and definitely more comfortable on your skin.  Perfect for summer!   Got a Turkey Neck? Julie recommends layering longer necklaces to draw the eye down from the neck area. And then add her hoops or statement earrings to draw the eye up to your face, away from your neck. It's a miracle!   Julie has so many more fabulous nuggets and insights to share with us that are funny, smart and heartfelt. Be sure to listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts or at https://apple.co/2XXKHfC.   FASHION CRIMES PODCAST “The Best Fashion Friend You Never Knew You Needed!”   Hosted by your favorite personal stylist Holly Katz

Connect with Shawna: www.ShawnaSchuh.com Connect with Nate: www.nateleslie.ca Would you like to rekindle your curiosity? Perhaps, you'd like to explore why magnificent leaders are master questioners. You only have one life to live. One is enough when you lead from within. Imagine a professional woman, who was sent to finishing school (3 times...but that's a different story), lives on 20 rural acres with a variety of pets, and simultaneously improves the world by teaching leaders to “relearn how to learn” and, as a result, evolve into their true potential. Pretty awesome, right? Shawna Schuh is an innovative thought-leader who can help you unpack the pesky problems you encounter when you lead people. With a curious mind, herself, and a Master's Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Shawna is exceptionally skilled in the art of uncovering leadership blind spots and catapulting leaders out of the leadership weeds. Having worked with organizations like Nike and Columbia Sportswear to associations such as Fashion Group International and the National Speakers Association. Shawna shares a unique perspective so that the information and ideas she promotes stick and work. With two TEDx talks to her credit, as well as 3 decades of experience, you will be enlightened as well as entertained while shifting from the less stellar things most leaders do to focus only on what the best leaders do. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathan-leslie/message

True leaders are lifelong learners. Those in leadership positions must have an inherent love for learning new things and be humble enough to understand they don't know what they don't know. This thought is one of the many valuable lessons our guest, Shawna Schuh, learned throughout a life of working with and forming leaders from virtually every industry. Raised in a modest home, Shawna was sent to finishing school, where she ended up teaching for over 20 years. Shawna would teach young girls and help them achieve their dreams of becoming models, but after many years of guiding hundreds of teen girls on how to put themselves together, she discovered her true passion: forming leaders. Shawna Schuh is a lifetime adventurer, entertainer, and leadership expert. She holds a Master's Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and worked with Nike, Columbia Sportswear, Fashion Group International, and the National Speakers Association. Shawna also has two TEDx talks to her credit and a passion for helping leaders lead their teams effectively.In this episode, we dive deep into Shawna's unique and infectious view on leadership. We talk about her upbringing, the influence finishing school had on her life, her thoughts on what makes a good leader, and why she believes leaders should become masterful questioners. Shawna also shared the three things most leaders do that limit their possibilities and the massive importance for leaders of having a clear intent guiding their actions. Tune in to Episode 325 and enjoy Shawna's leadership masterclass. Some Questions I Ask:Tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that's had a significant impact on you and what you're doing today (3:25)Tell us about finishing school? What do you teach these young ladies? How did you prepare them? (7:22)What are some of the limiting things leaders do? (21:05)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About why Shawna's mother sent her to finishing school and Shawna's breakthrough moment being there (4:40)The primary purpose of being a leader is to make things easier for others; it is about helping people come out with their own brilliance (10:22)Shawna shares some tips to become a master questioner (15:04)Three things leaders do that limit them (21:08)The power of placing a question behind an affirmation (29:48)Resources:Book: John Gottman - Eight DatesBook: Richard Rohr - Immortal DiamondConnect with Shawna:websiteLinkedInInstagramBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteEmail: support@becomingyourbest.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sparti Scents evolved from a 15-year friendship and a desire to create a new voice and vision for the fragrance and beauty category. After interviewing hundreds of fragrance fans from around the world, award-winning entrepreneurs and executives Abby Wallach and Caroline Fabrigas set out to revolutionize the way consumers use, love and wear fragrance.Their vision: to re-think new forms of fragrance, new delivery systems and new experiences to make fragrance a part of your every day lifestyle and routine. The Fashion Group International recently honored Abby and Caroline at the ”Rising Star” awards ceremony as finalists in the beauty entrepreneur category for 2019 - 2021 and now 2022. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/skincareanarchy/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/skincareanarchy/support

In today's episode, Massimo is joined by Shawna Schuh. A lifetime adventurer, entertainer, and leadership expert, Shawna is an innovative thought-leader who can help you unpack the pesky problems you encounter when you lead people. With a curious mind, herself, and a Master's Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Shawna is exceptionally skilled in the art of uncovering leadership blind spots through coaching, facilitating leadership groups and catapulting leaders out of the leadership weeds and into leading teams effectively. Having worked with organizations like Nike and Columbia Sportswear to associations such as Fashion Group International and the National Speakers Association. Shawna shares a unique perspective so that the information and ideas she promotes stick and work. With two TEDx talks to her credit, as well as 3 decades of experience, you will be enlightened as well as challenged while shifting from the less stellar things most leaders do to focus only on what the best leaders do. Highlights from today's podcast include: Why asking “why” questions is not the most effective form of communication with leaders and their employees Why affirmations are so hard and what we can do to make them successful for us How to make the shift when you know you are not on the right path Why pets can be our best teachers when it comes to developing leadership skills How Shawna became an executive coach Connect with Shawna: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Shawna's FREE Ebook = 3 Ways to Overcome Your Imposter Feelings and Fears To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook

It's Monday, which means that we're discussing three things exciting us at Manic Metallic.Host Liberty Gaither talks about these three things:Fashion Group InternationalThom BrowneManic Metallic's upcoming New York Fashion Week coverageDOWNLOAD THE SHOW TRANSCRIPT FOR $0.99https://manicmetallic.com/product/the-manic-metallic-podcast-episode-005-transcript/SUPPORT THE MANIC METALLIC PODCAST ($)https://app.redcircle.com/shows/11d2b542-f3b4-4462-b85e-5708034cb823/donationsCONNECT WITH THE MANIC METALLIC PODCASTInstagram: @themanicmetallicpodcastCONNECT WITH MANIC METALLICInstagram: @manicmetallicNewsletter: https://bit.ly/manicnewsletterWebsite: manicmetallic.comCONNECT WITH LIBERTYInstagram: @liberty.imhoffWebsite: libertyimhoff.comReferences:Fashion Group International https://www.fgi.org/system/ WWD https://wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-scoops/thom-browne-new-york-fashion-week-show-to-april-1235052166/ Fashionista https://fashionista.com/2017/07/thom-browne-design-dialogues-surface-magazine Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-manic-metallic-podcast/exclusive-content

Our featured guest on this episode is Laura Madden: artist, influencer, and sustainable fashion advocate specializing in abstract up-cycled art. Everything she creates has the purpose of creating “More Style. Less Waste”. Her passion for creating beautiful things and doing good for the environment led her to start ReFashioned Art  in 2019,  a certified Gold Level Green business.  Her advocacy for sustainable fashion as well as her repurposed art have been showcased in numerous galleries and magazines since! Laura serves on the boards of Remake, the Arizona Costume Institute, Fashion Group International and San Francisco Fashion Community Week!She is on a mission to demonstrate a mirroring of style and sustainability, which leads into everything I do. She has been making her own art her entire adult life and came from her not being able to find or afford the art or clothes she really wanted, so she started doing it herself! She points out there is no shortage of stuff and "trash", so the possibilities to repurpose all this stuff into something beautiful and "new" is endless! “I hope my art will bring beauty, positivity and a fashionable edge to your home and workspace.”For links and photos for this episode and others, visit our website's podcast page: candelariadesign.com/podcast-content/2021/11/30/laura-madden 

As a Social Media Professional, Talk Show Host, Fashion Blogger and Regional Director of Fashion Group International, what encouragement does Alex Duffy have for other high-energy, entrepreneurial Millennials? Two words: Keep Blossoming. Tune in to hear how Alex manages her 4 jobs, prioritizes self care and inspires others.

Brian interviews Klaudia Zinaty Capalbo and Vicky Milner.Klaudia Zinaty Capalbo is a fashion industry professional with over 15 years of experience in the media and marketing industry including print, television, events, digital and social media. Her background includes 7 years at FLARE, LOULOU and HELLO Magazines and a Gold award winning recipient at the Media Innovations Awards. Prior to working at FLARE magazine, Klaudia worked in broadcast media at Chum Television and in sports entertainment with NBA Canada Inc. More recently, Klaudia was announced as the new Regional Director of Fashion Group International.Vicky Milner is the President of CAFA and Shop Local Labels. CAFA was created to celebrate and support outstanding achievement and emerging talent in the Canadian fashion industry. Mandated to grow a stronger appreciation of Canadian talent both at home and abroad, the goal of CAFA as a national platform is to foster the next generation of Canadian talent and grow and connect the fashion community.

Rosanna M. Ortiz is the President and founder of RMO PR, a project resource and public relations firm and creator of Rhode Island fashion week, STYLEWEEK Northeast.STYLEWEEK has become the premier regional fashion week for local and national fashion designers in the U.S. and beyond. Rosanna uses all of her skills as a public relations executive and networker to make STYLEWEEK Northeast an internationally recognized fashion event which has been featured twice in Forbes Magazine.She was named "Eleven to Watch" by the Providence Journal and was included in "40 under 40" in the Providence Business News. Rosanna has sat on the boards of directors for Fashion Group International, and The American Heart Association of Southern NE. In the summer of 2017 Rosanna worked with The Newport Preservation Society to stage a benefit Pierre Cardin fashion show at the Breakers in Newport for Monsieur Cardin himself.Join me for this fun and insightful interview with Rosanna as we talk about the importance of leadership, building your tribe, the importance of setting boundaries & the power of saying no and when and why you should, and social media etiquette. Oh, and of course we talk about fashion and her upcoming Micro-Fashion Event: STYLEWEEK Northeast, on October 14, 2021 at The Capital Grille, Providence, RI.Thank you for listening!Don't forget to Rate, Review & Subscribe!FIND MY GUEST HEREWebsite: RMO PUBLIC RELATIONSWebsite: STYLEWEEK NEYOUR HOST: Michelle HorlbogenHER MISSION: To foster civility, respect, and integrity (with a dash of sartorial elegance) in the boardroom and beyond.HER STORY: Two days after reporting ethical concerns to her employer, Michelle was fired. Six months later, she launched The Gentlewoman Boss website and podcast as a platform to support others who experienced workplace bullying in a toxic workplace.Her story caught the attention of and was featured in Thrive Global.Michelle also has an obsession with vintage clothing and fashion. She sells what doesn't fit on her website, The Red Velvet Shoe Vintage.This podcast is the place where her two passions collide.The Gentlewoman Boss Podcast has received numerous accolades, including being ranked in the top 10% globally by Listen Notes, Top 20 Best Month Reporting Podcasts of 2021 by Welp Magazine, #36/200 in Top Entrepreneurship Podcasts by Podchaser, & Top 20 Best Whistleblower Podcasts for 2021 by Castbox Media.BECOME A SPONSORVISIT THE GENTLEWOMAN BOSSVISIT THE RED VELVET SHOE VINTAGEJOIN THE COMMUNITYWHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYINGSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTERFOLLOW ON SOCIAL @gentlewomanbossYouTubeLinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gentlewoman-boss/donations

Kay Unger is a fashion designer, entrepreneur and philanthropist based in New York. For more than forty years, her flattering, feminine looks have made her one of America's most popular designers for first ladies, anchorwomen, business women, partygoers and bridal parties. After graduating from Parsons School of Design, Kay entered the fashion world in 1968 as a design assistant to Geoffrey Beene. Two years later, she founded her own dress firm, Kay Unger – the first of several successful global fashion concerns she both founded and managed, including The Gillian Group, A.J. Bari, Kay Unger New York, Kay J's Pajamas and Phoebe Couture. In 2012, she formed Kay Unger Design as a means of focusing her boundless energy on unique design projects that benefit from her creative and leadership skills. Kay currently consults for Line in the Sand, a protective and active waterwear company committed to donating 100% of their profits to ocean and cancer organizations and ASTOURI, a women's ready-to-wear apparel brand merging community pride with women's apparel and accessories.. In 2010, Kay founded her own foundation, The Kay Unger Family Foundation, where she now serves as chief executive officer. The Kay Unger Family Foundation primarily provides scholarships and educational opportunities for underserved children talented in the arts. The Kay Unger Family Foundation also supports already existing foundations for cancer care and research. Kay is also Co-Chair of Fashion for the Front Lines, a New York City based task force that was created in response to COVID-19 with the singular goal to secure personal protective equipment (PPE) for frontline medical workers. Kay currently serves on the Board of Directors for The New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF) and the Executive Board for Retailers United. She is actively involved as a project champion and board member for the Promise Project, a longtime board member of The New East End Chapter/Jeanne Kaye League, the New York City based volunteer fundraising group for the City of Hope. Additional service activities include President of Fashion Group International, member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, founding member of C200, first woman on The Boys and Girls Club of America's Board of Directors. Kay was the recipient of the City of Hope's Spirit of Life® Award in 2019, Girls Inc.'s first She Knows Where She's Going Award in 1985 and the Human Relations Award for the Women's Campaign for American Jewish Committee in 1996. Born and raised in Chicago, Kay has lived in New York throughout her career; she currently lives in SoHo with her partner, David Rubin. She has two sons and six grandchildren. The Caring Economy made it onto FeedSpots Top 30 CSR Podcasts Don't forget to check out my book that inspired this podcast series, The Caring Economy: How to Win With Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toby-usnik/support

In this episode I am chatting with amazing fashion mogul, model, and professor, Klaudia Capalbo. She heads "Fashion Group International" for Toronto and gets real with us! She talks about where the future of fashion is headed and what has changed in her life and this industry. Give it a listen and follow me @iamkayla.jackson on Instagram!

Aubrey Boyd  Educator, International Fashion & Event Producer, and Brand Consultant   Aubrey Boyd is an Educator, International Fashion & Event Producer, and Brand Consultant. He is a 2012 graduate from the Great Bethune-Cookman Universit with a Bachelor of Business Administration and Mass Communication. Aubrey is currently pursuing his Master's in Fashion at LIM College.   In 2013, Aubrey was appointed by ZaK the designer as the Senior Vice-President of Operations and Planning of Jon Marc Collection. An Award-winning International Fashion House that specializes in out of the box designs for a show-stopping piece. It was while working together with ZaK in 2015 we notice the lack of exposure and celebration of body diversity inspired them to create the 501c3, National Curves Day, Inc. It's officially a recognized day by the National Day Calendar celebrated the second Wednesday of October with the color red and body-positive hashtags to Embrace. Encourage. and Empower. the community. He has worked with some notable brands Ashely Stewart, Bandelettes, One Bond, MVP Collections, Queen Size Magazine, BTFL Magazine, FFFweek, District of Curves, Full Figured Industry Awards, BRAG, and Fashion Group International just to name a few. One concept Aubrey made known was the theory everyone has god-given attributes to make them marketable it's finding the niche to accentuate them that finds the purpose in continuous research and metamorphosing.  Aubrey is going on a continuous elevation and he has found a means of tastefully fulfilling his mission and purpose. His successes and hard work resulted in the birth of BlvK Consulting Group, a boutique firm that supports brands in Fashion & Event Management, and Brand Consulting. Aubrey leaves by this VISION WITHOUT ACTION IS JUST A DREAM; if you act upon your VISION it will no longer be a DREAM but and REALITY and that you should always BE Fearless.

On this episode of Monetize the Mic, Jess sits down with Interview Connections client Shawna Schuh to discuss leadership blindspots! Shawna Schuh is an eccentric thought leader, a skilled executive leadership coach, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a lifetime adventurer. In addition to her hard-earned Master’s Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Shawna has three decades’ experience working closely with top organizations such as Nike, Columbia Sportswear, Fashion Group International, and the National Speakers Association.  She knows leaders thrive with an advocate who questions their thought process, and her unconventional perspective gives her some unexpected questions to ask. Shawna shares a unique perspective so that the information and ideas she promotes stick and work.  Jess asks, what are some of the blindspots that exist in leadership? Shawna begins by discussing one of the biggest blindspots that challenge leaders, which is relying on your team to tell you what’s wrong. Your team isn’t going to tell you what your leadership blindspots are because their job is on the line! A big mistake a leader can make is assuming that their team is 100% on board with every initiative in the company.  Another blindspot that she’s uncovered is that most leaders are just telling. Leaders will say to her, “Well, I told them this. I told them why.” But it’s not actually communication. Some leaders also sell ideas and initiatives, instead of really having a two-way conversation about it. Shawna also discusses that some leaders have a blindspot in allowing certain things. If a leader allows frequent bad behavior from an individual, it affects the entire team. She is thrilled to see that many leaders are educating themselves, talking to other leaders, and strategizing. Shawna emphasizes that leaders need to ask questions to become better leaders. She also notes that sometimes leaders know their values, but they don’t actually feel them. They’re not committed to them. Leaders need to absolutely commit to and feel their core values. Most leaders do not know what’s wrong with their business. They don’t have any idea of what’s being said or being done under them, even though they think they know. Jess asks Shawna, “When should leaders ask questions, what kind of questions, and with what context?” First, Shawna recommends that leaders figure out their intent. Shawna believes that a check-in is just an interruption. Leaders should ask themselves, “What am I trying to accomplish here?” She has had leaders come to her and say, “I do check-ins with all my people.” Shawna asks, “What if you stopped and said - ‘I’m calling you to find out what one good thing happened today already?’” You’re going to be asking them something they’re not used to giving. Another example might be, “Rate the meeting you just had with that client on a scale of 1 to 10. What could you have done to make it a 10?” Most leaders are checking in to make themselves feel better, but they might be triggering the team, or just interrupting them.  Jess asks Shawna to dig deeper about check-ins.  For Shawna, check-ins are about leaders feeling anxious that work isn't being done, or not being done well enough. Instead, she recommends having a pre-scheduled time to meet with a purpose. Instead of a check-in, maybe do a progress report: “What’s your progress? What’s preventing that progress? Tell me the process and share with me the steps you are taking.” The best leaders are the best questioners. Don’t ask, “What were you thinking? Why would you do it that way?”  “Why” questions are usually the poorest questions. That question doesn’t give you the answer that you want. Shawna asks, “What if you just shifted it to, how could I do that differently in the future?” You can connect with Shawna at Shawnaschuh.com and take a free quiz to uncover your leadership blindspots! 

If you're stuck and want to learn more nuggets on how to take your podcast to the next level, this is the place to be. Today's guest is Nova Lorraine who walks you through the proper branding and launching process of your show to achieve massive success in a short period of time.   WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Identifying the essential things before launching your podcast  How to connect and develop a loyal fan base? Identifying your strengths and weaknesses ahead of time Tips on how to have an engaging show Top advice on how to be authentic on your podcast Images, phrases, and editing format to attract the audience's attention   RESOURCE/LINK MENTIONED Pink Kangaru ABOUT NOVA LORRAINE Nova Lorraine's debut fashion collection earned her Haute Couture Designer of the Year and she went on to earn two Rising Star nominations from the Fashion Group International. Her designs landed spots in major magazines, in film, and on television. Her experiences as a designer and entrepreneur inspired her to launch Raine Magazine and her award-nominated podcast: Unleash Your Supernova  CONNECT WITH NOVA LORRAINE Website: Nova Lorraine Facebook: Nova Lorraine Podcast: Unleash Your Supernova CONNECT WITH US Thinking about creating and growing your own podcast but not sure where to start? Visit GrowYourShow.com and Schedule a call with Adam A. Adams!

Amber LaFrance is President & Executive Publicist of CultureHype, she has spent the last 10 years pushing the envelope of public relations. Her rule-breaking approach bucks tradition every step of the way, ensuring her clients stand out from the crowd. She began her career by shining an international spotlight on the Texas's vibrant arts & culture scene and, with her industry knowledge & unstoppable work ethic, she's landed clients in top media like Forbes, The New York Times, Refinery29, The Wall Street Journal, Wired, Texas Monthly, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, BuzzFeed, & Women's Wear Daily. In addition to her work with local creatives, Amber now partners with national brands, using her killer connections to create widespread buzz. She is the recipient of numerous industry awards including Fashion Group International of Dallas' Rising Star Award, CultureMap Dallas' Stylemaker Award, & Wade College's Distinguished Achievement Award. Find Amber on Instagram or visit the Culture Hype website. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or check out our website where you can learn more about our guests, us, and how we started the podcast! If you loved this episode, let us know by rating and reviewing us! Thanks for listening! - Julie + Annica --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Aline Bortoloti es experta en moda, empresaria, diseñadora de su línea homónima de joyería y se ha desempeñado en diversos roles en la industria de la moda, inicialmente cómo modelo. Co-Fundadora de LaBrea Showroom, un espacio creativo de diseño y moda. Fue directora de The Fashion Group International, organización profesional, global, no lucrativa, con miembros de la industria de la moda, belleza y diseño. Comparte sus experiencias y ofrece consejos de la vida real y tips para mujeres con estilo a través de las redes sociales. Nos cuenta cómo construir una marca desde el amor y la pasión que significan el querer aportar algo a esta industria, así como también, de la implementación de estrategias de Relaciones Públicas. Planea tu ruta digital y crece tu negocio a través de tus redes sociales, tu página web, marketplaces y tu tienda en línea. En nuestro canal encontrarás consejos y entrevistas con expertos y casos de éxito en temas de e-Commerce, Negocios y Moda. Laura eRRe es coach de negocios y estratega digital. Busca revolucionar la industria de la moda a través de alianzas y el posicionamiento de marcas SIEMPRE a la moda. ¡No te puedes perder nuestro próximo congreso Fashion Digital Talks! El congreso #1 en México sobre e-Commerce, Negocios y Moda. Para obtener más información visita nuestro sitio web: www.fashiondigitaltalks.com

Abby Wallach  Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story and Abby Wallach, award-winning beauty and media entrepreneur discuss Abby’s journey into a life of serial entrepreneurship.  In this episode, we discuss: Insight into Abby’s serial entrepreneurship beginnings Following your childhood dreams and passions The value of reconnecting with people from the past Coming full circle Startup mentality Why having a vision is a key to success How pushing yourself to show up opens doors The importance of “what if” The role of Abby’s vision in building her brands Why entrepreneurship needs to be a lifestyle instead of a choice How Abby measures success ABBY WALLACH is an award-winning beauty and media entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience. She is currently the Co-founder and CEO of Scentinvent™ Technologies, a fragrance and beauty innovation company that is re-engineering the way consumers use, love, and wear fragrance. She is the Creator of Sparti Scents™, the first fragrance brand offering fun-loving, skin-loving fragrances for your lifestyle that are pretty, playful, colorful, and portable. Abby is also the co-host of MouthMedia Network's Beauty Is Your Business Podcast, where she interviews industry executives, innovators, and experts about the beauty landscape, technology, and trends. It’s an hour of deep insight on what’s happening behind-the-scenes in beauty. Abby has had the honor to speak about her industry knowledge at Harvard’s Undergraduate Women In Business Conference, the University of Pennsylvania Law School on Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Fashion Institute of Technology, and the Beauty X Summit in Los Angeles. Previously, as an executive producer and digital media expert, she was a pioneer behind the first content commerce brand online called Beautiful Stranger TV. In her early corporate career, she held executive positions at Showtime Networks Inc., and Nederlander Television & Film. Abby has been featured as an Entrepreneur of the Week by ABC's Rebecca Jarvis. She was nominated for Fashion Group International’s 2019 Rising Star Award in the beauty entrepreneur category, and is now a finalist in 2020. Abby was a recipient of Remodista's Innovation Award and is also nominated as a Women 2 Watch inGlobal Retail Disruption in 2020. Website: https://scentinvent.com/ Website: https://www.spartiscents.com/  Tiktok: @spartiscents  Pinterest:  @spartiscents Facebook: @spartiscents Instagram: @abby.wallach  Instagram: @spartiscents LinkedIn: abbywallach 

Jason Wu is a Taiwan-born, New York-based designer who has become a staple of American fashion. In 2001 Wu attended the prestigious Parson's School of Design, before leaving in 2004 to intern with Narciso Rodriguez . In 2006, Jason founded his name sake Label.In 2008, Jason Wu was selected as the recipient of the "Rising Star Award" for women’s ready-to-wear at the annual Fashion Group International awards, and was selected as CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist. Wu’s career trajectory soared in early 2009 when Michelle Obama championed the designer at her first – and subsequently second Inaugural Ball, earning Wu unparalleled exposure.Wu has since become one of the most coveted American designer’s within the industry, boasting collaborations with the likes of Bergdorf Goodman’s, Shiseido, Moda Eyewear, Target, and Jason Wu for Brizo. From 2013 to 2018 he was creative director at Hugo Boss. He recently launched a cosmetic line Jason Wu Beauty and a collection of furniture with Interior Define. Please welcome Jason Wu In My Chair.

Creating platforms for women to educate and empower one another since 2010, Ebbi knows the true impact that community and connection can have on a business' growth. In 2020, she expanded her reach and launched E.T. Digital, a consulting firm that specializes in helping entrepreneurs engage, cultivate and convert their dream audience using video marketing.  With over a decade of experience in storytelling, project management, and event planning, Ebbi has helped amplify the brand story of names like Bumble, Fashion Group International, Hey Friend, AT&T and many more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mrskeshspeaks/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mrskeshspeaks/support

Sheree Hartwell is the owner of the FORD/Robert Black Agency in Scottsdale, Arizona. She started modeling at age 12 and, upon finishing college, decided to go into the business side of modeling. Sheree worked as an agent before buying the agency from Robert Black in 2005. In addition to running FORD/RBA, she is the Southwest District Director for Fashion Group International, a professional organization with over 5,000 members in the fashion industry worldwide. In this Motivational Monday episode, Renee Dee learns how Hartwell pivoted her business at the start of the pandemic and made her company better for the long haul by being flexible and adaptable. LINKS/RESOURCES Follow ICONIC LIFE digital luxury lifestyle magazine Instagram @youriconiclife Facebook @youriconiclife Twitter @youriconiclife Check out ICONIC LIFE at ICONICLIFE.COM for fresh content published daily. We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! Follow Renee Dee Instagram @reneeldee Twitter @iconicreneedee LinkedIn @ Renee Layman Dee If you enjoyed today’s podcast, I’d be so appreciative if you’d take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!

Today's guest is a true ambassador of Canadian Fashion. With more than 35 years of industry experience, he has been championing and advocating for designers and brands in our industry and has become one of the leading figures responsible for growing the footprint of Canadian fashion globally. There is no shortage of desire, commitment, or knowledge from today's guest.  He served on the board of directors of many fashion related organizations including the Toronto chapter of Fashion Group International as well as Canada Fashion Group Inc. which hosted Toronto Men's Fashion Week and Toronto Women's Fashion Week,  the largest fashion weeks in Canada, respectively. He was  recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Commonwealth Fashion Council and as if he didn't have enough going on, he has also recently acquired CANIFF. Today's guest is the one, the only, Roger Gingerich. He stopped by the pod to offer wisdom to aspiring designers and entrepreneurs, and to chat about how he plans to further Canadian fashion internationally via his involvement with the CFC and how CANIFF can help brands tell interesting stories that get recognized globally. Before I jump into this episode, I wanted to take a second to thank my sponsors at Bean Bundle, Canada's newest coffee subscription. Before I geared up for this interview I used my french press using beans they sent me from one of the dopest roasters from across the country. Bean Bundle makes it so easy for people like me who drink tonnes of coffee every single day but love to try beans from different roasters. The process is pretty simple...you just visit beanbundle.com , choose how much coffee you want on a monthly basis, medium or dark roast and they ship you different beans from the latest roasters on a monthly basis. Best part is if you live in Canada they ship to you absolutely free and if you sign up using the code BUNDLE10 you'll save 10% your subscription. Now pour yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy this week's episode.

Daphne Benzaquen is the creative designer, CEO and founder of daph., a St. Louis-based fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by her Peruvian heritage. She was inspired to start daph. while pursuing her M.B.A. at Washington University's Olin School of Business. After having trouble finding a backpack that was functional, high quality, and fashionable, she decided to design her own bag, incorporating the unique materials and craftsmanship of Peru, and daph. was born. Founded in 2016, daph. is one of the only U.S. fashion and lifestyle brands that solely combines modern, timeless designs with Peruvian resources and handcraftsmanship. Daphne is passionate and committed to giving back, donating a portion of all daph. sales to support children with special needs in Peru. She also supports local charities in daph.'s headquarters, and is actively involved in the St. Louis fashion community, helping to mentor and support other designers and entrepreneurs, as well as serving as the marketing committee co-chair for Fashion Group International, Inc. Additionally, she serves on the Young Professionals Board for Annie's Hope. In 2019, Daphne was named one of St. Louis Business Journal's '30 under 30', and has been featured in many local media publications and news outlets, including St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Riverfront Times, Ladue News, Town & Style, Fox 2 News, ‘Show Me St. Louis', STL TV, and more. In this episode, you'll learn: How a degree in Pre-Med, a Masters in Business Administration, and her Peruvian heritage lead Daphne to start her fashion lifestyle brand daph. Why she made giving back such a big part of her brand and business -- even when she was a brand-new start-up -- and the impact it's had. How she found the factory that produced her first collection (who she still works with to this day). How she balances designing products that she personally likes with products that her customers love to buy. What she's learned adding an apparel product line to daph. How Daphne sees her customers and manufacturing partners like a community and how that has helped her during low points in her entrepreneurial journey. When she has learned to trust her gut. Why Daphne thinks it is so important for designers to visit the factories that make their products. What's next for daph. - Daphne gives us a sneak peak of what's coming for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021! People and resources mentioned in this episode: daph. website daph. on Instagram Daphne on LinkedIn Daphne's email

Andrew Jassin provides an expansive view of the apparel industry over the past 40 years with a focus on brand development and M&A. He then focuses on current issues, and provides insight on how brands can engage new consumers. A fashion industry leader, founder and Managing Director of the Jassin Consulting Group, Mr. Jassin is celebrating his 27th year owning and operating management consulting firms providing Licensing consulting services and the associated management of intellectual property (I.P.) for brand expansion for both licensors, licensees and retailers. He has extensive experience working on M & A transactions and the associated creation of strategic alliances, development and implementation of business strategies. He and his colleagues provide council to business leaders around the globe as his consulting group provides services exclusively to the Fashion Industries inclusive of apparel, jewelry, accessory and home furnishings companies and related financial services, logistic and supply chain organizations. In 1989 along with friends jointly formed the Marketing Management Group, Inc. (“MMG”), and later went on to Form Jassin Consulting Group (“JCG”) providing independent expert counsel to top management on issues related to brand management, licensing, marketing and product evaluation. Mr. Jassin is one few individuals in fashion to work on whole asset securitization of royalties, providing debt financing for companies (licensor) with guaranteed royalty flows; and has worked on securitizations with many leading firms in the fashion industry. Mr. Jassin along with his colleagues distinguish themselves with a hands-on, personal approach, guiding clients through finding opportunities and solutions for issues related to management, merchandising, production and international marketing. Prior to becoming a consultant Mr. Jassin had a highly successful 20-year career in the apparel industry. As President and Chief Executive Officer of several operating divisions of Jones Apparel Group, then a major fashion conglomerate. Mr. Jassin started Karl Lagerfeld, a division of Bidermann Industries, (U.S./France), pioneering a worldwide licensing/manufacturing organization for this top European designer. Prior to Jones Apparel Group, Mr. Jassin was Principal and President of FU’s USA, an international jeanswear company with a global licensing and retail presence, which was sold to a major U.S. retailer. Mr. Jassin is a founder and board member of the Fashion Service Network (FSN), American Apparel Manufacturers Association, American Arbitration Association, The Retail Marketing Society, Fashion Group International, New York Fashion Council and Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association. Mr. Jassin has also often been a speaker for industry groups discussing licensing and marketing matters. Mr. Jassin is a member of the American Arbitration Association. In addition, Mr. Jassin has often served as an expert in matters of arbitration, and or litigation in both Federal as well as State court. A major passion of his is education and providing opportunities for future leaders he has worked closely with The Fashion Institute of Technology. Learn more: LinkedIn | Jassin Consulting Group | Fashion Service Network Hosted by: Christopher Lacy, Assistant Professor, Parsons School of Design Produced by: Joshua Williams, Assistant Professor, Parsons School of Design Executive Producer: Fashion Consort Follow the podcast on Instagram: @RetailRevolutionPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After watching the fashion documentary "The True Cost", Jessica couldn't "un-see" the facts about the impact of the fashion industry on the world. That began her journey to examine her own relationship with fashion and eventually start her brand, Mount Indigo, to spread awareness and advocate for a more sustainable fashion future. Jessica currently splits her time between a corporate job in fashion as the Associate Manager of Brand Marketing for Soft Surroundings, a volunteer position as the Regional Director for Fashion Group International of Saint Louis, and growing her sustainable fashion startup brand, Mount Indigo. She specializes in fashion marketing and public relations and is very passionate about creating a more sustainable fashion industry. In this episode, you'll learn: How watching a documentary about the impact of the fashion industry on our world prompted Jessica to start a sustainable brand What she did to start the brand and how she had to shift her vision to stay true to her mission How she decided what products would go in her launch collection How customer feedback is informing her messaging and sales pitch Why having colleagues and friends to bounce ideas off of is so important How she juggles a full-time day job, volunteering for a professional non-profit, and her start-up How her sustainability research and brand launch have impacted her own buying habits People and resources mentioned in this episode: The True Cost documentary Mount Indigo's website Mount Indigo on Instagram Jessica on Instagram Jessica on LinkedIn Jessica's email

This week, The Grapes welcomes Elle Bulger, Director and Client Success at Pinch Social, a boutique social media marketing agency. Pinch Social also produces Toronto’s Social Media Week conference which has taken place annually in the city for the last 4 years. The trio chatted about the current state of brand marketing, shifting consumer sentiments, and the roles & responsibilities they both play online in today's #COVID19 world. Elle is a Fashion Group International board member, a huge mental health advocate and passionate about social media marketing. Connect with Elle Bulger:https://www.instagram.com/ellebulger/https://www.instagram.com/pinchsocial/https://www.instagram.com/smwitoronto/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellebulger/The Grapes Latest Podcast can be found at the following streaming sites:https://open.spotify.com/show/2kmKFOI1cwalZv9o02eCJghttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/spreaker-50/the-elevated-grapes-podcasthttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-elevated-grapes-podcast-fa-47002999/https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/elevated-grapes-podcast-fashion-chats/id1463133137https://play.google.com/music/m/Irunxjchxa7w47k3yexh6dusp4m?t=Elevated_Grapes_Podcast_Fashion_ChatsSubscribe to Elevated Grapes → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ApblIUf1eqkAmpp9dR_ZA Editing: Nav Kaler .https://www.instagram.com/kalerrgang/on behalf of Freshly Diced https://www.instagram.com/freshly_diced/All songs are used for background promotional use only.CONNECT WITH ELEVATED GRAPESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedgrapes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatedgrapes/ABOUT ELEVATED GRAPESA T.V. Show, focused on styling men from every walk of life with the lively Your Host Sethi, & Creative Stylist Rashi Bindra. They don't actually have a TV show yet! So join them on their journey of building a show & see if they can even work together.

Ashlee Froese is a lawyer and trademark agent, who is recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as a Certified Specialist in Trademarks Law. With over 10 years' experience practicing branding and fashion law, Ashlee provides a deep understanding of brand-protection strategies. Ashlee manages, enforces, commercializes and protects clients' brands domestically and internationally. She also creates strategies for the planning and execution of brand-protection strategies. Since 2017, Ashlee has been consistently recognized by the World Trademark Review as one of the top 1000 trademark lawyers in the world. In 2019, Ashlee was only one of 39 lawyers across Canada to be granted the Lexpert Zenith Award, which recognizes Ashlee as a change-maker in law. Ashlee is a City Moguls award recipient, which recognizes her entrepreneurship and dedication to philanthropy. Prior to launching Froese Law, Ashlee was a partner on Bay Street. Ashlee's scope of practice includes trademarks, copyright, licensing, domain name, social media, marketing/advertising and packaging/labelling laws. Ashlee also assists in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements associated with the manufacture, distribution, sale and advertisement of branded products and services. Ashlee holds numerous leadership and mentorship positions within the legal, branding and fashion industries including executive committee member (Ontario Bar Association), brand strategy council member (Canadian Marketing Association), co-chair (City of Toronto's Fashion Industry Advisory Panel), advisor (Ryerson Fashion Zone), mentor (Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards), mentor (Toronto Fashion Incubator), committee member (Intellectual Property Institute of Canada), committee member (International Trademarks Association), past co-chair (Fashion Group International), and past chair (Toronto Intellectual Property Group). Ashlee is a frequent guest speaker and published author on branding and fashion law. She has lectured at law schools, universities, cultural institutions, law societies and industry associations throughout North America. She has also been published in numerous magazines, academic publications and is a contributing author to a nationally published book. Ashlee is frequently sought out by the media to provide her commentary to the media on leading branding and fashion law matters. A dedicated advocate for the fashion industry, in December 2015 Ashlee led a pan-industry movement challenging the Ontario government to recognize the fashion industry as a cultural industry, thereby becoming eligible for government funding.

Stacey Schieffelin, Ford model and makeup guru, successful entrepreneur and true believer in empowering women to live the life they dream, is as approachable as the girl next door. Stacey shares her knowledge about how to look and feel your beYOUtiful best every day. For Stacey, putting your best and fabYOUlous face forward is a sign of self-respect, not vanity. She believes every woman deserves to have her own customized and personalized blueprint that maps out her unique path to bold beYOUty and self-confidence. Stacey founded Models Prefer 18 years ago; an international cosmetics company that has been sold on HSN in the U.S., QVC in the U.S., U.K. and Germany. The MP brand remained the #1 color cosmetics line on QVC in the UK for more than eight years. Beauty is a natural extension of Stacey’s fun, engaged relationship with her customers (girlfriends); best demonstrated through her Pajama’ Party at Sea Cruises. “I started out talking to women one-on-one about what makes them beYOUtiful; first on HSN and QVC, and then in our unique Pajama’ Parties at Sea, traveling the world on a cruise ship devoted to fun, beauty and empowerment. Women embraced the ideas, products and friendships we were sharing. The phrase “best friend” was voiced over and over as they described their feelings about the products and being part of our community. Without question, the perfect name for our new brand “your best friend” (ybf) came from our girlfriends!” Stacey is on the board of directors of Fashion Group International, Count Me In and is an active member of Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors (ICMAD), Miss America’s Outstanding Teen, Girls, Inc., American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society. A native of Lakeland, FL, Stacey currently resides in Connecticut with her husband and business partner, David Schieffelin. They are the proud parents of two smart and style-savvy daughters, Knox and Sami. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/support

The Grapes are sitting inside a shoe closet with the Regional Director of Fashion Group International; Klaudia Zinaty-Capalbo. A woman of many hats...or shall we say shoes, the trio discuss merging of fashion and art , what is holding Toronto back in being one of the most fashionable cities in the world and the future of fashion.Connect with Klaudia:https://instagram.com/klaudiasfashionfix?igshid=7zvg4qrknfh5The Grapes Latest Podcast can be found at the following streaming sites:https://open.spotify.com/show/2kmKFOI1cwalZv9o02eCJghttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/spreaker-50/the-elevated-grapes-podcasthttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-elevated-grapes-podcast-fa-47002999/https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/elevated-grapes-podcast-fashion-chats/id1463133137https://play.google.com/music/m/Irunxjchxa7w47k3yexh6dusp4m?t=Elevated_Grapes_Podcast_Fashion_ChatsSubscribe to Elevated Grapes → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ApblIUf1eqkAmpp9dR_ZA Video & Editing: Nav Kaler .https://www.instagram.com/kalerrgang/on behalf of Freshly Diced https://www.instagram.com/freshly_diced/All songs are used for background promotional use only.CONNECT WITH ELEVATED GRAPESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedgrapes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatedgrapes/ABOUT ELEVATED GRAPESA T.V. Show, focused on styling men from every walk of life with the lively Your Host Sethi, & Creative Stylist Rashi Bindra. They don't actually have a TV show yet! So join them on their journey of building a show & see if they can even work together...

Nova Lorraine is my guest on this week’s podcast. Nova is the founder and editor in chief for Raine Magazine. Our chat included the how and why she started a magazine all while being a wife and mother.ABOUTEditor in Chief, Raine MagazineTwelve-year fashion industry veteran and designer, Nova Lorraine, founded Raine Magazine after noticing the necessity for many young brands and entrepreneurs in the fashion and creative industries to have an expressive outlet. The lack of promotion, access to other successful entrepreneurs, funding and basic business acumen was the main drivers behind launching the world's most fashionable business magazine.Before she established Raine, Nova has received many accolades including Haute Couture Designer of the Year and Rising Star Nominations by Fashion Group International. In addition to this esteemed notoriety her designs have graced the big screen, made television appearances on The View and Oprah, and have been modeled in world-renown fashion publications, Italian Vogue and Essence Magazines.With a Masters in Clinical Psychology and a degree from NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology, Nova is a strong supporter of continuing education and enjoys speaking at conferences and universities worldwide.About Raine: Raine is the world's most fashionable business magazine! We are the "go to resource" for Creative Entrepreneurs, Influencers and Executives! Our mission is to inspire through fashion and empower through business by introducing the must-know entrepreneurs in fashion, culture, travel and technology while encouraging readers to follow their dreams and pursue their passions. Through Raine you will be able to enter the world of affluent and aspiring entrepreneurs and the fashionable lifestyle they live, network, partner or invest with some of the most talented individuals in the world, and meet rising dot.comer's, designers, photographers, film producers, actors, artists, musicians, inventors and more! As the Creator and Editor in Chief, Nova's ultimate mission is to help brands get further faster while inspiring millions along the way.

Nova Lorraine is my guest on this week’s podcast. Nova is the founder and editor in chief for Raine Magazine. Our chat included the how and why she started a magazine all while being a wife and mother.ABOUTEditor in Chief, Raine MagazineTwelve-year fashion industry veteran and designer, Nova Lorraine, founded Raine Magazine after noticing the necessity for many young brands and entrepreneurs in the fashion and creative industries to have an expressive outlet. The lack of promotion, access to other successful entrepreneurs, funding and basic business acumen was the main drivers behind launching the world's most fashionable business magazine.Before she established Raine, Nova has received many accolades including Haute Couture Designer of the Year and Rising Star Nominations by Fashion Group International. In addition to this esteemed notoriety her designs have graced the big screen, made television appearances on The View and Oprah, and have been modeled in world-renown fashion publications, Italian Vogue and Essence Magazines.With a Masters in Clinical Psychology and a degree from NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology, Nova is a strong supporter of continuing education and enjoys speaking at conferences and universities worldwide.About Raine: Raine is the world's most fashionable business magazine! We are the "go to resource" for Creative Entrepreneurs, Influencers and Executives! Our mission is to inspire through fashion and empower through business by introducing the must-know entrepreneurs in fashion, culture, travel and technology while encouraging readers to follow their dreams and pursue their passions. Through Raine you will be able to enter the world of affluent and aspiring entrepreneurs and the fashionable lifestyle they live, network, partner or invest with some of the most talented individuals in the world, and meet rising dot.comer's, designers, photographers, film producers, actors, artists, musicians, inventors and more! As the Creator and Editor in Chief, Nova's ultimate mission is to help brands get further faster while inspiring millions along the way.

Nova Lorraine is my guest on this week’s podcast. Nova is the founder and editor in chief for Raine Magazine. Our chat included the how and why she started a magazine all while being a wife and mother. Available on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify. ABOUT Editor in Chief, Raine Magazine Twelve-year fashion industry veteran and designer, Nova Lorraine, founded Raine Magazine after noticing the necessity for many young brands and entrepreneurs in the fashion and creative industries to have an expressive outlet. The lack of promotion, access to other successful entrepreneurs, funding and basic business acumen was the main drivers behind launching the world's most fashionable business magazine. Before she established Raine, Nova has received many accolades including Haute Couture Designer of the Year and Rising Star Nominations by Fashion Group International. In addition to this esteemed notoriety her designs have graced the big screen, made television appearances on The View and Oprah, and have been modeled in world-renown fashion publications, Italian Vogue and Essence Magazines. With a Masters in Clinical Psychology and a degree from NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology, Nova is a strong supporter of continuing education and enjoys speaking at conferences and universities worldwide. About Raine: Raine is the world's most fashionable business magazine! We are the "go to resource" for Creative Entrepreneurs, Influencers and Executives! Our mission is to inspire through fashion and empower through business by introducing the must-know entrepreneurs in fashion, culture, travel and technology while encouraging readers to follow their dreams and pursue their passions. Through Raine you will be able to enter the world of affluent and aspiring entrepreneurs and the fashionable lifestyle they live, network, partner or invest with some of the most talented individuals in the world, and meet rising dot.comer's, designers, photographers, film producers, actors, artists, musicians, inventors and more! As the Creator and Editor in Chief, Nova's ultimate mission is to help brands get further faster while inspiring millions along the way.

Residing in New York, making her mark in Los Angeles, and hailing from a small town in Nebraska, Marylou Luther is a fashion industry legend. She had little exposure to fashion when she began her career at The Lincoln Journal and The Des Moines Register. Fast forward forty years and she became the Creative Director of Fashion Group International, Editor of the International Fashion Syndicate, CFDA Award winner, syndicated Clotheslines columnist and more. “Marylou’s bi-annual, ready-to-wear trend report for FGI — narrated in her signature authoritative, sophisticated voice, sets the seasonal tone with her much anticipated summaries. It’s no wonder her trend reports are followed by industry professionals in 28+ regions all over the world.” Marylou and I have our own special story of how we crossed paths. We met in 2009 at Lakmé Fashion Week in Mumbai, India, and when we got to chatting, we discovered we both have ties to CNN (I was Chief Fashion Correspondent for the CNN affiliate in India; her son Walter has been an acclaimed video journalist for the bureau in New York for the past 30 years), have a penchant for Parisian cuisine, prefer our coffee with a spoonful of vanilla ice cream, and are members of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority. Long lost sorority sisters (nearly sixty years apart) meeting for the first time in India? We think there’s only one word to describe it – “serendipity.” I am so thankful to have my 88-year-old gal pal, mentor, and soul sister in my life. Cheers to you, Marylou!   Meet My Guest: FGI: Clotheslines by Marylou Luther Press:  KANIKACHADDAGUPTA.COM: The Angel Wears Prada Too, by Kanika Chadda-Gupta LADYWORLD: AfterHours: Marylou Luther Show Notes: 02:00 - Introduction 04:24 - Childhood 08:30 - Marylou's first editorial gig 13:30 - The 50's and 60's ("the decade that changed everything") 15:40 - Yves Saint Laurent taking over the House of Dior 22:00 - Marriage and kids 24:30 - Navigating motherhood 27:20 - Quote of the day: "Don't worry about anything over which you have no control."

Overview The Stevens Group is pleased to present a new podcast series that salutes the masters of public relations and revels in their observations, insights and advice to PR professionals.  This new series is part of the ongoing partnership between The Stevens Group and CommPRO to bring to PR, digital/interactive and marketing communications agencies the wisdom of those who have reached the top of the PR profession.     About Our Guest Maureen Lippe, CEO, Lippe Taylor Maureen is obsessed with cracking the code on what makes women buy one brand and not another. A former beauty editor, brand spokesperson and TV personality, she's always been fascinated with understanding the total woman -- physically, emotionally and spiritually. Maureen is dedicated to discovering the most impactful ways to connect brands with women, their families, and their health and wellness. Maureen began her career in beauty editorial and left a lasting impression; at Harper's Bazaar she was the first editor to incorporate health content into beauty pages, and at Vogue she forecasted trends to America's top fashion designers. She also made her mark in the beauty industry; at Shiseido she led new product development, packaging and studying how trends effect purchase decisions. Maureen went on to become a spokesperson for major beauty brands including Clairol, Dove, and P&G, and an on-air personality for ABC-TV's “Live with Regis Philbin.” Maureen not only performed the first televised makeover, she also completed over 2,000 transformations around the country. And her weekly segment wasn't simply focused on the external -- she worked with women on exercise and diet, body image and self-esteem. Throughout her career, Maureen has been a trailblazer in studying women, inside and out.  Maureen founded Lippe Taylor in the early 1990's, motivated by the lack of PR/marketing innovation she witnessed as an editor. By developing creative strategies for connecting with consumers, Maureen has successfully launched more than 100 brands. She has provided high-level, brand-building solutions for global leaders including Procter & Gamble, Clairol, IKEA, Johnson & Johnson, Allergan, Galderma, Revlon, Elizabeth Arden, The Gap, Kmart, Sears and Nordstrom. From product development and consumer product marketing, digital communications and issues management, Maureen has helped her clients decode the female consumer to build brands and grow sales. Most recently, Lippe Taylor partnered with a leading social influencer platform to introduce the “Lippe Taylor She Speaks Women's Buying Behavior Index,” which continues as ongoing research. With this proprietary research, Maureen continues to study women's purchasing habits and anticipate trends.  Maureen is deeply committed to cause-related marketing and providing brands with charitable connections. In addition, she was the only non-physician member of the Skin Cancer Foundation, former board member of Fashion Group International, Cosmetic Executive Women, and the Women's Venture Fund, and was honored by the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation as a Woman Who Cares. Maureen also sits on the board of the PR Council and is a member of the Arthur W. Page Society.  Maureen is also a supporter of multiple women-focused charities such as Save The Children, UNICEF, Look Good / Feel Better Sand Step Up Network for Girls which she has aligned with brands like Elizabeth Arden, P&G, RB, and IKEA.  Maureen has worked for many years with Women in Need where she spearheaded multiple inner city initiatives aimed at elevating women and their children out of poverty and into private housing.  Maureen also launched The SHEQUALITY Project, which she designed to help women executives rise in the ranks of PR agencies.   Maureen wants her colleagues and clients to walk into Lippe Taylor and feel like they've ...

In the second episode of the Parsons 3 episode series, I spoke to Greta Valigi. Greta is an Italian (born and raised) Womenswear and Accessories Designer based in NYC. She graduated from Parsons with a nomination for the Designer of the Year title and a display at Saks Fifth Avenue. She has been appointed to the CFDA+ and Fashion Group International rosters of emerging talents. Being split between NY and Italy where her family resides she has matured a distinctive international sensibility that she applies to all aspects of her design practice and outlook on life. She is also a contributing fashion writer in both Italian and English. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Marci Zaroff coined the term “ECOfashion” in 1995 and is an internationally recognized ECOlifestyle expert, educator, innovator and serial ecopreneur. Founder/CEO of leading sustainable fashion manufacturer MetaWear, Founder of lifestyle brands Farm to Home andUnder the Canopy, Executive Producer of “THREAD Documentary | Driving Fashion Forward,” and Co-Founder of Good Catch, BeyondBrands and The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Marci has been instrumental in driving authenticity, environmental leadership & social justice worldwide for nearly three decades. Marci 's first book, "ECOrenaissance: Co-Creating A Stylish, Sexy and Sustainable World," launched fall 2018 (Simon & Schuster). Board Member of the Organic Trade Association, Textile Exchange, Fashion Revolution and Cradle to Cradle's "Fashion Positive", Zaroff was a key figure in the development of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and first Fair Trade Textile Certification with Fair Trade USA. Marci has received countless recognitions—including Retail Touchpoint's "Retail Innovator Award," New York Moves “Power Woman Award," Fashion Group International's "Rising Star Award" and the Natural Product Industry’s “Socially Responsible Business Award.” Marci is featured in the book “ECO AMAZONS: 20 Women Who Are Transforming the World” and is a Henry Crown Fellow of The Aspen Institute. Connect with Marci: https://www.marcizaroff.com/  https://www.facebook.com/marcizaroff/  https://www.instagram.com/marcizaroff     For more info on the host, visit, www.marianbacoluba.com and follow Marian on Instagram @mbacoluba. Enjoy the show and please don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE! I would absolutely love to help you step into your power and gain the clarity and confidence about your life and business! My gift to all of you is a 30 min Thriver Clarity Call. Schedule here: https://calendly.com/mbacoluba/30min-thrivercall  Take a screen shot of your review and DM it to me on Instagram @mbacoluba or email it to me at podcast@marianbacoluba.com and I will give you a complimentary oracle card reading.

Jan Moran is a serial entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Rich Ideas.Co, a new online community that features entrepreneur training, business tools, and expansion capital. Along with her husband, Steven Fish, she is the co-founder and creator of Scentsa, a touch-screen software program for retailers and brands. The fragrance and skincare programs are at Sephora stores around the world. Scentsa was recently sold to Sephora. She has spoken before numerous groups, including Fashion Group International, The Fragrance Foundation, and The American Society of Perfumers. She has represented brands and retailers in media on behalf of Edelman and DeVries in New York. Jan writes fiction for St. Martin’s Press, a traditional publisher, as well as Briarcliffe Press, her own indie imprint. Her books include SCENT OF TRIUMPH, FLAWLESS, and FABULOUS FRAGRANCES. She is a graduate of the Harvard Business School and the University of Texas at Austin. A few of her favorite things include a good cup of coffee, dark chocolate, traveling anywhere, and a warm sunny beach.

oxanne Hughes Packham is an acclaimed interior decorator whose classic designs grace hundreds of southern California homes. She comes from a long line of gifted artisans, including world-renowned silversmiths Allan Adler (her grandfather) and Porter Blanchard (her great-grandfather). Roxanne is a graduate of the University of Southern California, and Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. She studied design at Paris Fashion Institute and the Sorbonne, while living in Paris, and Spanish design while living in Southern Spain for several years.  Her work has been featured in numerous design publications, including Life: Beautiful, California Homes, Dream Homes of Coastal California, Kitchen Style & Design, Dream Log Homes, Westlake Malibu Lifestyle, Kitchen Ideas That Work, Bath Ideas That Work, The Smart Approach to Kitchen Design, The Smart Approach to Bath Design, The Color Idea Book, The Window Treatment Idea Book, and more.  She is an allied member of ASID, Fashion Group International, IDS, and Women in Christian Media. Find out more at www.inspired31.org

Wendy Brandes designs and sells fine jewelry that aims to surprise and delight her clients with designs that incorporate an eye for detail, sensuality, whimsy and couture craftsmanship.  In January 2012, she was honored by Fashion Group International with its prestigious Rising Star Award. Brandes, based in New York, joins Business Unconventional by phone to offer advice for business executives on how to purchase quality Valentine's Day gifts.  She also discusses the importance of the annual romance holiday to her bottom line. The Brandes portion of Segment Three begins at 4 minutes and 30 seconds.  First, the program completes its 'Fine Lingerie on the Radio' fashion show with Alicia Vargo, owner, Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie. An extended interview with Vargo, as well as additional footage of her lingerie models, can be found here on YouTube. B. Unconventional airs each Sunday morning at 8 a.m. (MST) on 710 KNUS in Denver.  The program, hosted by David Biondo and DeanRotbart, is also streamed over the Internet at www.710KNUS.com.  Original air date:  February 5, 2012 Photo: Designs by Wendy Brandes Fine Jewelry

Stacy interviews the one and only.... Olga Krasnoff is passionate about her family, friends, entertaining and tablescaping. Olga has applied her education, fashion sense and artistic abilities to her chosen profession of interior design and tabletop landscaping.During her fashion career at Neiman Marcus she was honored with a ''Your What We're Famous for Award'' and in 1999 she received the ''Style Award'' from Fashion Group International. As an event planner for Tiffany & Co. she coordinated over 50 events, including the Jewel Ball for Las Patronas, and the America Garden Event for St. Germaine Auxiliary. She was honored for her work with the prestigious ''Atlas Award'' from Tiffany & Co. As Senior Interior Designer at Macy's, she collaborated with Home & Garden television celebrities Kitty Bartholomew, Joe Ruggirio, Chris Casson Madden and International Designer Agnus Bourne. Entertaining and tabletop landscaping is Olga's passion. Her seminars are consistently sold out. Her greatest pleasure is teaching her audience how to turn an ordinary table into an extraordinary work of artwww.tabletoplandscapes.com