Podcasts about Moj Mahdara

The energy around you can help you build your inspired life, but you have to acknowledge it first. Break down how momentum fuels your creative process in this episode with Paige. You'll also learn how to join Feedback Loop, Not Yet's new seasonal well-being incubator.SUPPORT NOT YETJoin the Not Yet Patreon at www.patreon.com/notyetseriesMake a one-time donation to Not Yet at www.givebutter.com/notyetseriesFollow Not Yet on IG at @NotYetSeriesMENTIONS FROM THE SHOWGet your ticket to Feedback Loop at www.notyetseries.comThe Cutting Room Floor with Recho Omondi and Moj MahdaraCREDITSProduced by Paige Polk InternationalShow art is by Elizabeth OlguinMusic is by LDER Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Addressing racial inequity in the industry represents a 2.6 billion dollar opportunity, with plenty of remaining friction points. Moj Mahdara, co-founder of non-profit Beauty United, argues that equity is a broader challenge for beauty beyond race. On Vogue Business's Beauty Radar podcast, senior retail, marketing and beauty editor Kati Chitrakorn speaks with Moj Mahdara, co-founder of non-profit Beauty United and VC fund Kinship Ventures, about how beauty brands can close the diversity, equity and inclusion gap.Use the code PODCAST20 to save 20 per cent when you purchase a Vogue Business membership for the latest beauty M&A, marketing strategies, innovations and more.https://bit.ly/3QE5LTm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2023, Pamela Anderson shared her perspectives on how the definition of beauty — and the beauty business — is changing with Moj Mahdara.Background: “We're all trying to make ourselves beautiful so we are respected, admired, loved. So these products have to come from a loving place. That's the secret ingredient: having heart,” said Pamela Anderson at The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2023 in Napa Valley, California.This week on The BoF Podcast, Anderson and Moj Mahdara, managing partner and co-founder of Kinship Ventures and co-founder of BeautyUnited, discuss sustainable beauty products, shame and her own beauty and wellness journey. Key Insights:Anderson's early experiences with beauty go back to her time at the Playboy Mansion, surrounded by beautiful women who were in charge of their own sexuality. There, watching and learning from powerful women, the former Baywatch star was able to grasp her own femininity. “And I just watched. And I want it to be sexy, too. I found that was powerful and interesting,” said Anderson. The beauty industry has been known to shame women for being older and has consistently pushed an anti-ageing agenda. Anderson believes older women shouldn't chase youth. “I like embracing our age, embracing looking as good as we can, but also being realistic.”Shame and insecurities caused by the beauty industry and Western beauty standards were recurring topics at BoF's Global Beauty Forum. According to Anderson, she moves past humiliation with poise. “Grace and dignity no matter what: you hold your head high. Everyone has gone through things that are embarrassing or difficult, but we're all just people,” said Anderson.Anderson imparted one last piece of wisdom to the room of beauty creatives and innovators. “I'm just this imperfect girl from start to finish who wants to do her part and be a good person in the world and share my story,” said Anderson.Additional Resources:The Business of Beauty Global Forum: How Do We Create Connection? During BoF's first Global Beauty Forum, Pamela Anderson, Isayama Ffrench and Glossier chief executive Kyle Leahy discussed how brands could better capture attention and secure lasting relationships with customers in an oversaturated beauty market. Lessons From Day One of The Business of Beauty Global Forum. Speakers including John Legend and TooD Beauty founder Sharareh Siadat laid out their vision for a more inclusive beauty industry during the first session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum.The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Where Will Growth Come From? During the second session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum, speakers including Sephora Americas chief executive Jean-André Rougeot and Mielle Organics founder Monique Rodriguez charted beauty's next stage of growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A note from team Getting Curious: This episode contains descriptions of violence that are at times graphic. Women in Iran aren't allowed to dance, sing, or show their hair in public. But it wasn't always this way in the country. In part two of our conversation with Moj Mahdara and Nicolette Mason of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, we're exploring the history of the Islamic Republic of Iran—and considering what a free, secular democracy, a new constitution, and an end to theocracy could look like for Iranians. If you haven't listened to part one yet, check it out. We discuss the basics on what it's like to live in Iran today, and map out the women-led revolution underway in the country. You can follow Iranian Diaspora Collective on Instagram @iraniandiasporacollective, and at iraniandiasporacollective.com. Nicolette is on Instagram @nicolettemason. Moj is on Instagram @moj.  And you can follow us on Instagram and Twitter @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. The Iranian Diaspora Collective (501c3 pending) is a non-partisan, multi-faith group that is inclusive of multiple backgrounds, gender and LGBTQIA+ identity. The Iranian Diaspora Collective supports the demands of Iranians inside Iran who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution and an end to theocracy. Nicolette Mason (she/her) is a celebrated writer, brand strategist in the fashion and beauty industries, and advocate for Inclusivity. She's a queer, Iranian-American, Jewish advocate, and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Nicolette has collaborated with brands such as Barbie, Nordstrom, Target, NARS, and more, and also co-founded a cult-followed fashion brand called Premme, alongside Gabi Gregg. Moj Mahdara (she/they), is an Iranian-American entrepreneur, CEO and VC, a co-founder of Kinship Ventures and founding member of Iranian Diaspora Collective. They are focused on bringing more inclusion and diversity to the cap table and have invested in 100+ companies since 2011. Mahdara recently co-founded new fund Kinship Ventures alongside Gwyneth Paltrow. They are also the former CEO of Beautycon, a globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Jonathan is on Instagram and Twitter @JVN and @Jonathan.Vanness on Facebook. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Chris McClure, and Erin McKeon. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com.

A note from team Getting Curious: This episode contains descriptions of violence that are at times graphic. If you haven't heard about the women-led revolution happening in Iran, or you thought things had quieted down, that's by design. The Islamic Republic of Iran has banned women from dancing, singing, and showing their hair in public. And they've restricted Internet access for people across the country. Still, taking these risks—and showing the world—is worth it to Iranians who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution, and an end to theocracy. This week, Moj Mahdara and Nicolette Mason—two founding members of the Iranian Diaspora Collective—join Jonathan for a two-part conversation about the country's biggest protest movement in more than 40 years, and what's at stake for women, young people, LGBTQIA+ people, and ethnic and religious minorities in particular. In part one, we'll focus on the last six months in Iran. In part two—out tomorrow—we'll explore the history of the Islamic Republic, and what the future could hold for the people of Iran. You can follow Iranian Diaspora Collective on Instagram @iraniandiasporacollective, and at iraniandiasporacollective.com. Nicolette is on Instagram @nicolettemason. Moj is on Instagram @moj. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. The Iranian Diaspora Collective (501c3 pending) is a non-partisan, multi-faith group that is inclusive of multiple backgrounds, gender and LGBTQIA+ identity. The Iranian Diaspora Collective supports the demands of Iranians inside Iran who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution and an end to theocracy. Nicolette Mason (she/her) is a celebrated writer, brand strategist in the fashion and beauty industries, and advocate for Inclusivity. She's a queer, Iranian-American, Jewish advocate, and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Nicolette has collaborated with brands such as Barbie, Nordstrom, Target, NARS, and more, and also co-founded a cult-followed fashion brand called Premme, alongside Gabi Gregg. Moj Mahdara (she/they), is an Iranian-American entrepreneur, CEO and VC, a co-founder of Kinship Ventures and founding member of Iranian Diaspora Collective. They are focused on bringing more inclusion and diversity to the cap table and have invested in 100+ companies since 2011. Mahdara recently co-founded new fund Kinship Ventures alongside Gwyneth Paltrow. They are also the former CEO of Beautycon, a globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Jonathan is on Instagram and Twitter @JVN and @Jonathan.Vanness on Facebook. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Chris McClure, and Erin McKeon. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com.

It's the six-month mark of the revolution in Iran — what might the future look like? V checks in with Moj Mahdara, co-founder of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, to understand more about what the Iranian people are fighting for. And together, they explain how an Iran Nuclear Deal could actually give more power to the current regime. V also digs into all the hullabaloo that went down after Utah officials encouraged residents to eat invasive frogs. Then, with the help of Dr. Orisanmi Burton, social anthropologist and professor, V explores what it really means to carry out a conspiracy. Dr. Burton breaks down who's been plotting and scheming over the decades, and how they've used this to harness power — for better or worse. This conversation was made possible by The Marguerite Casey Foundation.    Follow Dr. Burton at @orisanmi on Twitter, and keep an eye out for his forthcoming book on Black radicalism and prison repression from the University of California Press.   Find the resources on Iran mentioned in this episode at https://www.iraniandiasporacollective.com/    Keep up with V on TikTok at @underthedesknews and on Twitter at @VitusSpehar. And stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.   Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian authorities have confirmed that over fifty schools, nearly all were girl's schools, have been struck with poisoning attacks that coincidentally started when protests for women's rights began last November. Those affected suffered headaches, heart palpitations and dizziness forcing young schoolgirls to attend classes in gas masks. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Moj Mahdara, co-founder of 'Kinship Ventures' and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, on her feelings of what's behind the poisonings and the current state of protest in Iran.   Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iranian authorities have confirmed that over fifty schools, nearly all were girl's schools, have been struck with poisoning attacks that coincidentally started when protests for women's rights began last November. Those affected suffered headaches, heart palpitations and dizziness forcing young schoolgirls to attend classes in gas masks. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Moj Mahdara, co-founder of 'Kinship Ventures' and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, on her feelings of what's behind the poisonings and the current state of protest in Iran.   Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iranian authorities have confirmed that over fifty schools, nearly all were girl's schools, have been struck with poisoning attacks that coincidentally started when protests for women's rights began last November. Those affected suffered headaches, heart palpitations and dizziness forcing young schoolgirls to attend classes in gas masks. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Moj Mahdara, co-founder of 'Kinship Ventures' and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, on her feelings of what's behind the poisonings and the current state of protest in Iran.   Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Burbank hosts. Moj Mahdara, Founding Member Iranian Diaspora Collective, joins to talk about the escalating violence against Iranian protesters at the hands of the Iranian government. Kids Fight Climate Change President and Founder Ajani Stella joins to share how his organization is working to educate children around the world about the current climate crisis. 221227__TC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moj Mahdara and Dina Nasser-Khadivi speak with BoF's Imran Amed about how creative communities from the Iranian diaspora are participating in the largest civil rights movement in Iran since the revolution in 1979.Background:Protests erupted across Iran in September following the death of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested in Tehran for “improperly” wearing her hijab and then killed at the hands of the so-called morality police. Those protests have now evolved into the largest civil rights movement in Iran since the revolution in 1979 uniting Iranians at home with those in the wider diaspora and igniting outcry around the world and across social media. Looking for a way to bring storytelling to fuel the movement, creative leaders Moj Mahdara and Dina Nasser-Khadivi utilised their network to establish The Iranian Diaspora Collective and @from____iran, an artist-led media collective that amplifies unheard Iranian voices, respectively. From Instagram to physical billboards, the collective has centred Iranian people and maintained the ongoing attention of the West by focusing on human rights. “The only way to move culture is through storytelling,” Mahdara said. This week on The BoF Podcast, BoF's founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed speaks with Mahdara and Nasser-Khadivi to learn about the work they are doing to help people understand the intersectional solidarity of this movement and activate creative communities to share their stories. Key Insights:Social media has helped spread the word globally of the protests in Iran, helping to unite the Iranian diaspora with Iranians at home, while educating people around the world about what is happening on the ground. “The social media aspect of this movement, the reason why it was so important for me, it was not just about raising awareness, it ended up helping us identify who our allies were,” Nasser-Khadivi said. “And that is what then created an even stronger network.”In order for this movement to be supported internationally, Mahdara believes that recognition is critical. “[The international community] can recognise this,” says Mahdara. “This revolution.”The movement has collectively transformed the once-conversative perception of Iran to include tolerance as motivating progression towards a secular community. “This whole movement preaches tolerance,” says Nasser-Khadivi. “There are covered girls next to girls who are uncovered hugging each other. That's the message. It's tolerance.”Additional Resources: https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/global-markets/iranian-fashion-retailers-pursue-growth-amid-sanctions/https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/global-markets/iranian-fashion-brands-go-upmarket-amid-international-sanctions/ https://www.businessoffashion.com/videos/global-markets/masoud-golsorkhi-hoda-katebi-shirin-vaqar-shiva-vaqar-voices-talk-iran-fashion-industry-operating-underground/ Music credits: Baraye by Shervin Hajipour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Touch of Truth, the podcast that connects you to the unsung heroes and power players of our industry as they share the human truth behind the glossy experience. No schmooze, no rehearsal, just pure unadulterated honesty. Their stories might just make you a little more successful and a lot happier.In episode two, Jackie sits down with founder, investor, and entrepreneur, Moj Mahdara. During the discussion, Moj talks about her career trajectory, leaving home at 16, and the role that music and culture played in providing her the confidence to make that decision. She also talks about how she was treated by the investment community as a queer Iranian-American woman, and the pressure she's put on herself to succeed and break down the barriers so others like her can follow the path, meeting Hillary Clinton, her predictions for the future.Subscribe to Touch of Truth on your favorite podcast platform!You can listen and subscribe to all of Adweek's podcasts by visiting adweek.com/podcasts.Stay updated on all things Adweek Podcast Network by following us on Twitter: @adweekpodcasts.Follow our host on Twitter: @JackiePRCooperAnd if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at podcast@adweek.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moj Mahdara stops by and speaks to the Breakfast Club about the Iranian crisis, women's rights, propaganda and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special reminder that Kris is on maternity leave. We will be circling back on  previous episodes and feature special new episodes with our guest host,  Culture Editor at Autostraddle, Shelli Nicole. We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming mid-November! Welcome to the Bad Queers family, Moj Mahdara! Moj is the CEO of BeautyCon and joined Kris and Shana to discuss all things butch identities, Black Lives Matter, the real gay agenda, how all queers don't know each other and how Moj's wife is a genius. All this and more on this week's episode.Shoutouts:Shana - Black LGBTQIA+ Groceries (@blackandqueergroceries) Bay Area solutions for Black Queer Food insecurityKris - Intelexual Media (@intelexualmedia) by Elexus Gionde shares facts and stories about race, history, sexuality, black progression, culture and prideMoj - Shirley Raines (@beauty2thestreetz) makeup, hygiene and essential services for the homeless of Skidrow, CABad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.com or DM on InstagramFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokCatch us live every other Wednesday on Get VoklLove our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsShoutout to our sponsor HER App

This week we chat with Moj Mahdara. You might know her best as the Co-Founder and Former-CEO of Beautycon, the globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Moj Mahdara's expertise in the beauty, wellness, and CPG market formed the brains behind the driving brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, launching the brand globally; where her strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce built the community empire we all know and love over the past 5 years. In this episode, the pair reveal a lot of the “unknown” about Moj; piecing together the mosaic of her journey to a successful marketing career building from her foundation of childhood immigration, trauma, and alienation. Conversation of survival strategy in early twenties, the future of cryptocurrency, and the stigmatized nature of mental health are only the beginning. The two create the space for a call to action towards the mental health crisis, leaving behind a trail of compassion and wisdom. As a now active investor and working on her first book, Moj focuses on bringing the industry together via Beauty United.org. Twentysomethings, you won't want to miss this episode with the resilient Moj Mahdara, as she reveals the character development that drove her towards a life she once only dreamt of and a business that connects and inspires thousands.Follow us!Moj Mahdara: @mojBeautycon: @beautycon and (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

Kendra talks to entrepreneur, investor and business partner, Moj Mahdara (@moj) about her COVID pivot, personal value proposition and the future of the industry. Moj is recognized as an expert in beauty, wellness and CPG (specifically consumerism and culture), and she is the  Co-Founder of Beautycon--a globally-recognized one-of-a-kind festival for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. She drove the brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, including a global footprint that spanned strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce.  Moj is an accomplished speaker, business figure and an active investor with international recognition for her expertise in Gen Z and Millennial consumer profiles and behaviors. She has been named to multiple lists over the years, including Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire magazine; Fast Company's “Most Creative People” list, The Hollywood Reporter's “Top 25 Most Powerful Digital Players,” Women's Wear Daily's “Digital Power Posse” list and Variety's “Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.” In addition to her many accolades, Moj is regarded as a senior leader who has always centered, culture, creativity and inclusive community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kendra talks to entrepreneur, investor and business partner, Moj Mahdara (@moj) about her COVID pivot, personal value proposition and the future of the industry. Moj is recognized as an expert in beauty, wellness and CPG (specifically consumerism and culture), and she is the  Co-Founder of Beautycon--a globally-recognized one-of-a-kind festival for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. She drove the brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, including a global footprint that spanned strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce.  Moj is an accomplished speaker, business figure and an active investor with international recognition for her expertise in Gen Z and Millennial consumer profiles and behaviors. She has been named to multiple lists over the years, including Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire magazine; Fast Company's “Most Creative People” list, The Hollywood Reporter's “Top 25 Most Powerful Digital Players,” Women's Wear Daily's “Digital Power Posse” list and Variety's “Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.” In addition to her many accolades, Moj is regarded as a senior leader who has always centered, culture, creativity and inclusive community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music adapted from Moj Mahdara's Meditative Story, "Standing in my own truth."As this Sleep Song begins, a simple musical theme evokes lost melodies from another time and place, then slowly expands, adding voices in layers, to create a sense of open space and possibility. Listen for the small musical questions being asked by quiet strings and synths, then explored and answered by harp and piano. It's music that invites you to think deeply on a question of your own as the themes play against one another other, moving in and out of the foreground as question follows answer follows question.Original music from composer Ryan Holladay.Meditative Story combines extraordinary human stories with meditation prompts embedded into the storylines — all surrounded by breathtaking music. Think of it as an alternative way into a mindfulness practice, through vivid stories and cinematic music and production values. Find Meditative Story wherever you listen to podcasts.

This week's episode is one about growth and giving yourself the grace to evolve. Jade sits down with Moj Mahadra, a founder and investor who is the CEO of Beautycon. Moj talks about the feeling of being told you don't "fit", mistaking ambition for self-abuse, coming out to her parents at 30, and why it took a baby for them to truly reconcile. On top of all of this, she talks about how her life was turned upside-down by COVID-19, which inspired her to start therapy and work through past traumas to achieve self-acceptance.  Moj has been named to multiple lists over the years, including Fast Company's “Most Creative People” list, The Hollywood Reporter's “Top 25 Most Powerful Digital Players,” Women's Wear Daily's “Digital Power Posse” list and Variety's “Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.” In her own words, “Becoming an entrepreneur isn't for the faint of heart.” Download this episode of Tell Me About It with Jade Iovine wherever you get your podcasts! For more podcast info and pictures of Jade's pug Taco, follow Jade on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadeiovine/ Follow Moj on Instagram for a deeper look inside her life: https://www.instagram.com/moj/  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Executive Produced by Nick Stumpf Produced by Catherine Law Engineered and Edited by Brandon Dickert Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We chat with Beautycon CEO, entrepreneur, and investor Moj Mahdara about her relationship with money & wealth and her speech that inspired the name of our podcast.In this episode, we chat with Beautycon CEO, entrepreneur, and investor Moj Mahdara about her relationship with money & wealth and her speech that inspired the name of our podcast.Follow us, Instagram: @ialsopodcast, Twitter: @IAlsoPodcastSpeaker Bio: Moj Mahdara is a digital entertainment and branding entrepreneur and a Persian-American LGBT advocate. She's the CEO of Beautycon, a key connector in the makeup world, operating a growing number of namesake beauty-blogger festivals—in L.A., New York, London, Dallas, and Dubai—that attract as many as 12,000 attendees. Her empowerment-focused gatherings feature panel discussions and networking events. The company also launched a Birchbox-like subscription service in 2015, and it generates additional income by linking online beauty-advice stars with advertisers for marketing campaigns. A graduate of the University of California, Irvine, Mahdara previously served as CEO of Exopolis, a digital advertising studio, where she grew the client list to include brands such as Microsoft and Apple. Mahdara then formed the agency Made With Elastic, where she executed digital campaigns for Levi’s, Lacoste, and BMW. She became CEO of Beautycon in 2013, helping the company attract investors such as Hearst, Bethany Mota, BBG Ventures, and Troy Carter, and leading Beautycon to new levels with an expected revenue of $10 million in 2016.Follow Moj on Instagram: @moj Twitter: @mojism and Clubhouse: @moj

Episode SummaryGenerational differences may seem to divide us but there is one thing that unites us all, change. Change is the catalyst that propels each new generation to make an impact and leave their mark on civilization and Moj Mahdara has secured her legacy with the launch of Beautycon, a diverse and inclusive beauty brand that aims to change the popular perception of beauty and our access to it. Moj and Syd discuss all things change; how to see it, how to make it happen, and most of all, how to accept it, in this episode of The Sydcast. Syd Finkelstein Syd Finkelstein is the Steven Roth Professor of Management at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He holds a Master's degree from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D. from Columbia University. Professor Finkelstein has published 25 books and 90 articles, including the bestsellers Why Smart Executives Fail and Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent, which LinkedIn Chairman Reid Hoffman calls the “leadership guide for the Networked Age.” He is also a Fellow of the Academy of Management, a consultant and speaker to leading companies around the world, and a top 25 on the Global Thinkers 50 list of top management gurus. Professor Finkelstein's research and consulting work often relies on in-depth and personal interviews with hundreds of people, an experience that led him to create and host his own podcast, The Sydcast, to uncover and share the stories of all sorts of fascinating people in business, sports, entertainment, politics, academia, and everyday life. Moj MahdaraMoj Mahdara is an entrepreneur and CEO. She is an expert in the beauty, wellness and CPG market and currently the CEO of Beautycon, a globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. As CEO, she is responsible for driving brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, launching the brand globally, which include strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce over the past 5 years. Mahdara is an accomplished speaker, business figure and an active investor with international recognition for her expertise in Gen Z and Millennial consumer profiles and behaviors. She has been named to multiple lists over the years, including ones in Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire magazine; Fast Company's “Most Creative People” list, The Hollywood Reporter's “Top 25 Most Powerful Digital Players,” Women's Wear Daily's “Digital Power Posse” list and Variety's “Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch,” and has traveled nationally and internationally to present Beautycon's first market intelligence white paper, FOMO Vol. 1.Additionally, Moj is an active investor, and working on her first book and focused on bringing the industry together via Beauty United.orgMoj resides in Los Angeles with her wife, Professor Dr. Roya Rastegar, their son, Neev, and their dog, Sufi. Insights from this episode:Differences between the generations, what sets Gen Z apart from the others, and why that matters in business and brand building.Reasons why businesses need to anticipate and adapt to changing platforms to remain relevant and successful.Details behind the creation of Beautycon, how COVID has impacted growth, and what Moj sees in the future for the brand.Benefits of leaning into change and providing the opportunity for others to change.Difficulties that Moj sees in the world and what can be done to bring about positive change.Quotes from the show:“[Gen Z] do believe in the concept of emoting power, intention, and I find them to be very, very inspiring.” — Moj Mahdara [12:32]“I think Walt Disney and Disney are some of the greatest North Stars of marketing we've ever seen and to think about [Beautycon] through that lens has always been inspiring to me.” — Moj Mahdara [19:32]On the creation of Beautycon: “The idea was how do we build this at-scale for everybody who wants to enjoy the beauty and wellness industry.” — Moj Mahdara [20:40]On COVID's impact on Beautycon: “We weren't set up to be able weather a two-year experiential storm and pivot into digital.” — Moj Mahdara [22:05]On the rise of virtual conferences: “Some of these conferences now have attendance that is far beyond anything before because there's no friction, there's no cost.” — Syd Finkelstein [22:41]“What's missing from these [virtual] conferences and events is the human connection and the opportunity for serendipity.” — Syd Finkelstein [23:03]“In life, what I have learned is that you always need to give people the opportunity to change. I think the kindest thing you can do for someone that you love is give them the opportunity to change.” — Moj Mahdara [29:05]“I think fear and anxiety drives most of people's misunderstandings around each other.” — Moj Mahdara [31:12]“It will be interesting to see what happens as Gen X comes into more executive leadership roles. I am very curious to see what happens.” — Moj Mahdara [34:33]“We are really at a time and a place where there are just too many people that aren't being taken care of.” — Moj Mahdara [37:47]Stay Connected: Syd FinkelsteinWebsite: http://thesydcast.comLinkedIn: Sydney FinkelsteinTwitter: @sydfinkelsteinFacebook: The SydcastInstagram: The SydcastMoj MahdaraTwitter: @mojismTwitter: @beautyconInstagram: @mojismInstagram: @beautyconSubscribe to our podcast + download each episode on Stitcher, iTunes, and Spotify.This episode was produced and managed by Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com)

Welcome to the Bad Queers family, Moj Mahdara! Moj is the CEO of BeautyCon and joined Kris and Shana to discuss all things butch identities, black lives matter, the real gay agenda, how all queers don't know each other and how Moj's wife is a genius. All this and more on this week's episode. Shoutouts:Shana - Black LGBTQIA+ Groceries (@blackandqueergroceries) Bay Area solutions for Black Queer Food insecurity Kris - Intelexual Media (@intelexualmedia) by Elexus Gionde shares facts and stories about race, history, sexuality, black progression, culture and prideMoj - Shirley Raines (@beauty2thestreetz) makeup, hygiene and essential services for the homeless of Skidrow, CAStay social at home with HER's video speed dating events. Get 50% off tix with promo code 'BQP'Get tix hereBad Queers is co-hosted by:Shana Sumers: @shanahasagramKris Chesson: @kris.chessLet's keep in touch:Email us for advice at badqueerspod@gmail.com or DM on InstagramFollow us @badqueerspod on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Tik TokCatch us live every other Wednesday on Get VoklLove our soundtrack? Check out Siena Liggins: @sienaligginsShoutout to our sponsor HER App

No boys. No dresses. As a teen, Moj Mahdara, founder of the fashion media company Beautycon, knows she’s different. And growing up in a traditional Iranian household, she struggles to reveal her own true identity. When two long-term houseguests descend — her grandmothers — Moj is shocked to learn that each woman has a surprising story of identity of her own. She learns secrets. She also learns that generations before her, family members had fought to define themselves. And it’s through these old souls that Moj finds the strength to stand in her own truth. Listen here.Hear music from Moj's paternal grandmother, Moluk Anghoz (1934–2007), known as Afat:See Afat performing at 5:17 in this video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQlCZ4_PEnk&feature=youtu.be&t=320and at 9:51 in this video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW5Cez8pSs8&feature=youtu.be&t=591One more song from Afat, accompanied by amazing photos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vog2KTa7Juw&feature=youtu.beSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter, to get an episode reminder and a meditation in your inbox each Saturday:http://eepurl.com/gyDGgDFollow us on Twitter and Instagram:https://twitter.com/MeditativeStoryhttps://www.instagram.com/MeditativeStory/

The CEO of Beautycon Media and a leading LGBT advocate, Moj Mahdara is a serial entrepreneur who has launched a variety of consumer brands. She tells the Wall Street Journal's Veronica Dagher how creating a space for inclusivity paved the way to global success.

When Moj Mahdara took the role as Beautycon CEO, she wasn't particularly interested in beauty. To this day, she doesn't wear makeup herself. What she was attracted to was the unique community and fandom around Beautycon, and finding a way to take it to the next level. In the years since, Mahdara has continued to push the boundaries of Beautycon, expanding into new markets with Beautycon POP, moving into larger venues and continuing to find ways to make the event more inclusive and community-driven. For this week's episode of The Glossy Beauty Podcast, beauty editor Priya Rao sat down with Mahdara days before Beautycon NYC to discuss the not-so-average Beautycon attendee, the emerging competition in the space and the plan to scale through retail.

Moj Mahdara is the CEO of Beautycon, the media platform that combines live events, influencer marketing and cosmetic commerce with events in LA, NY, and London. Moj was one of the early thought leaders in the influencer marketing space, and she has a real understanding of the power of content creators in the digital age. We sat down to discuss her journey from newcomer to CEO, how celebrities are disrupting the beauty landscape, and the power of authenticity in the beauty world.

Moj Mahdara is a master salesperson. At a very early age, Moj began perfecting the art of the hustle and identifying industries ripe for disruption. Find out how Moj tore through the music, real estate, and apparel industries through courage and persistence, and why Beautycon is at the forefront of a new cultural revolution.

Three of the most followed founders and entrepreneurs in fashion and beauty — Stitch Fix’s Katrina Lake, Everlane’s Michael Preysman and Beautycon’s Moj Mahdara — discuss their California-based businesses. To sign up to the Daily Digest newsletter click the link here: http://bit.ly/BoFnews  For a limited time only we are offering our podcast listeners an exclusive 25% discount on an annual BoF Professional Member. To get 25% off your first year of an annual membership click the link here: http://bit.ly/2KoRRBH, select the annual package and then enter the invitation code PODCASTPRO at checkout.  To contact The Business of Fashion with comments, questions, or speaker ideas please e-mail podcast@businessoffashion.com. For all sponsorship enquiries, please e-mail advertising@businessoffashion.com. 

Record numbers of bankruptcies and store closures have devastated the retail sector. So why is the beauty market thriving? Will the likes of Sephora and Ulta be able to ward off Amazon? With guests Moj Mahdara, chief executive of Beautycon, and Simeon Siegel, analyst at Nomura Instinet. Read more on this story here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautycon chief executive Moj Mahdara took to the #BoFVOICES 2017 stage to share results of her extensive survey of Pivotals, the super-generation age 13 to 34. To sign up to the Daily Digest newsletter click the link here: http://bit.ly/BoFnews  For a limited time only we are offering our podcast listeners an exclusive 25% discount on an annual BoF Professional Member. To get 25% off your first year of an annual membership click the link here: http://bit.ly/2KoRRBH, select the annual package and then enter the invitation code PODCASTPRO at checkout.  To contact The Business of Fashion with comments, questions, or speaker ideas please e-mail podcast@businessoffashion.com. For all sponsorship enquiries, please e-mail advertising@businessoffashion.com.   

Baller business tycoon and Beautycon CEO Moj Mahdara tells us why vloggers will rule the world—and what her personal brand is all about. Jess shares Beautycon NYC highlights, Jenn learns to say hello like a European, and the girls discuss trichotillomania (hair-pulling) awareness and beauty sleep rituals. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Moj Mahdara is always on the forefront of all things digital. Her current project? Beautycon Media. Beautycon is the global community of content creators, celebrities, fans and brands that come together to celebrate all things fashion, beauty, and style of the Gen Z and Millennial lifestyle. Prior Beautycon, Moj started two other digital agencies, MMA and Made with Elastic. On this episode, Sophia and Moj discuss Moj's college radio station days, creating brilliant brand partnerships, and how today's Beautycon girls embody the Riot grrrl movement. http://www.girlboss.com/    This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful.

Moj Mahdara is always on the forefront of all things digital. Her current project? Beautycon Media. Beautycon is the global community of content creators, celebrities, fans and brands that come together to celebrate all things fashion, beauty, and style of the Gen Z and Millennial lifestyle. Prior Beautycon, Moj started two other digital agencies, MMA and Made with Elastic. On this episode, Sophia and Moj discuss Moj's college radio station days, creating brilliant brand partnerships, and how today's Beautycon girls embody the Riot grrrl movement. http://www.girlboss.com/    This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful.