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In an era dominated by DTC, what role do trade shows still play in building a fashion brand?In this episode of Handbag Designer 101, we sit down with Matthew Mathiasen, Show Director of NY Now, to unpack why wholesale isn't just relevant—it's essential for emerging accessory brands looking for long-term growth, especially now with The “It Bag x NY NOW” new program.With over 100 years of history, NY Now has evolved from a traditional gift show to a curated marketplace where boutiques and innovative designers connect. Matthew explains how specialty retailers are becoming brand champions, helping independent designers break into new regions, build community, and create consistent cash flow—with fewer strings than big-box retail.

Another day, another grab bag! This time, books for dolls and/or anxious people, kitchen timers, TikTok decorum, and Miranda July's mesmerizing Substack.    Meditations for Mortals makes a great case for pleasure reading.   Two of our current top Substacks: Miranda July's and Heavies by Chris Gayomali.    Shoutout to Caroline Lusk on TikTok. We will be downloading your videos and sharing them with our pals for the foreseeable future.    Double shoutout to Nasirin's Kitchen, Erica's near–Carnegie Hall restaurant of choice.   If you're looking for a low-tech kitchen timer, wind up Dusen Dusen's Everybody Kitchen Timer and Frieling's Magnetic Retro Kitchen Timer.    We have many questions about what happened during the 100 years of NY NOW.    Finally, is the anxiety bookshelf the Jibbitz of reading? Please share your intel at 833-632-5463, podcast@athingortwohq.com, @athingortwohq, or in our Geneva.   Learn from the best (and most charming) with MasterClass and an additional 15% off any annual membership when you use our link. Lean into spring with Fast Growing Trees. Get 15% off your first purchase with the code ATHINGORTWO. Promote a balanced gut microbiome with Ritual's Synbiotic+ and get 25% off your first month with our link. Start your store on Shopify and get a $1-a-month trial with our link. YAY.

Welcome to the Success With Jewelry podcast, hosted by Laryssa Wirstiuk and Liz Kantner, two experts passionate about helping independent jewelry artists thrive. Welcome to episode #115! This week, we're thrilled to welcome Morgan Miller, Sales Director at the COUTURE Show and Luxury Lifestyle at NY NOW. Together, we'll explore the critical role education plays in supporting emerging brands in the jewelry industry and highlight exciting opportunities for designers to seize. In our bonus segment, Morgan will share her invaluable tips for navigating trade shows like a pro. NY NOW Luxury Lifestyle: https://nynow.com/luxurylifestyle/ Follow Morgan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mackmamamiller Liz Kantner works with independent jewelry artists to help them find their unique voices and succeed in today's marketplace. With over ten years of experience in jewelry marketing and sales, Liz offers consulting services and digital strategy. She's also the founder of the Stay Gold Collective, a private group providing live training, industry insights, and personalized feedback. Learn more at https://www.lizkantner.com. Laryssa Wirstiuk is the founder and creative director of Joy Joya, a digital marketing agency for the jewelry industry. She's the author of Jewelry Marketing Joy and the creator of JoyDeck, a platform designed to make marketing accessible for jewelry makers and designers. Laryssa brings her extensive marketing expertise to the podcast, helping jewelers grow their businesses. Discover more at https://joyjoya.com. Tune in to hear Liz and Laryssa share valuable insights, tips, and strategies for success in the jewelry industry!

Happy New Year, friend. I hope that you were able to take a break over the holidays. I know the last month of the year is always pretty busy for all of us, whether it's personal stuff or we're getting our shops and businesses ready for the end of the year. I hope that you have plenty of time for some rest and relaxation.  We're back on the podcast with a new episode, and this week's episode is a real treat. I have Ashley Sutton from Hustle and Hope. Ashley is a Paper Camp alumni, and she's been featured in a few of our compilation episodes in the past. She was on episode 285 where we talked in person at NY NOW while she was exhibiting, and she was on episode 358 where she shared how much her business has grown since taking Paper Camp. But a stand-alone interview with her has been long overdue, and so I'm excited to share today's episode with you.  Ashley is a corporate gal turned entrepreneur. Her career began with marketing and developing the perfect shade of lipstick for Avon to creating buzzworthy toys at Mattel and crafting unforgettable marketing campaigns for leading TV shows for children such as Peppa Pig and PJ Masks. She's also creating the number one best-selling marketing campaigns for authors at Penguin Random House.  As a stationery lover and a consumer products professional, her goal was to channel her career experience into a product with purpose, and that is how she founded Hustle and Hope. The first 2 in one motivational greeting card company that includes free digital guides with every single card. A certified minority and certified woman-owned business, Hustle and Hope has retail placement at Buy Buy Baby, World Market, HomeGoods, Amazon, and over 45 other shops across the US. Today, Ashley shares Hustle and Hope's origin story. She talks about her experience participating in the Target Accelerator program, and we talk about how she's been utilizing grants for her business, including how she got started applying for grants, what she looks for, and how these grants have benefited her business. She also shares resources in case you want to get started applying for grants for your business. Today's episode is sponsored by our Unlock Buyer Secrets Interview series. To make a strong first impression with wholesale buyers, we need to do a few things really well: We need to make it easy for stores to purchase from us We need to have clear pricing and terms & conditions We need to clearly communicate and add value at each touchpoint We need to focus on building strong relationships with our customers. And all of this becomes infinitely easier when we actively listen to our customers. This on-demand interview series will give you a competitive edge by providing an exclusive window into what buyers want and need from you. And, the best part, it's only $27 bucks.  Get Access to the Unlock Buyer Secrets Interview Series You can view full show notes and more at http://prooftoproduct.com/374  Quick Links: Free Wholesale Audio Series Free Resources Library Free Email Marketing for Product Makers PTP LABS Paper Camp  

If you're considering exhibiting at trade shows this upcoming sales season, you are going to love today's episode. My guest is Amy Loewenberg, who is the Director of Buyer Relations for NY NOW. Amy is a seasoned veteran in the gift, home, and lifestyle industry, and she's an advocate for independent buyers and sellers.  Amy leverages her unique experience on both sides of the aisles to drive growth, connect communities, and shape the future of retail. Amy is a partner to key industry associations. She's also an active Gift For Life board member. She brings a wealth of knowledge to every role that she undertakes because she has a deep understanding of market trends, purchasing dynamics, and she is focused on helping to guide mission-driven organizations. In today's episode, we discuss Amy's current role in buyer relations. We talk about how NY NOW is innovating the trade show experience. We discuss everything from adapting trade shows to post-pandemic buying trends to the importance of sustainability, and the emerging focus on multi-sensory shopping experiences based on customer psychology. Today's episode is sponsored by our Unlock Buyer Secrets Interview series. To make a strong first impression with wholesale buyers, we need to do a few things really well: We need to make it easy for stores to purchase from us We need to have clear pricing and terms & conditions We need to clearly communicate and add value at each touchpoint We need to focus on building strong relationships with our customers. And all of this becomes infinitely easier when we actively listen to our customers. This on-demand interview series will give you a competitive edge by providing an exclusive window into what buyers want and need from you. And, the best part, it's only $27 bucks.  Get Access to the Unlock Buyer Secrets Interview Series You can view full show notes and more at http://prooftoproduct.com/373  Quick Links: Free Wholesale Audio Series Free Resources Library Free Email Marketing for Product Makers PTP LABS Paper Camp

When I sat down with today's guest, Mehru Anand, founder of Doodling NYC, at NY NOW, I was immediately inspired by her journey. Mehru's journey from corporate executive to retail entrepreneur is truly inspiring.In this episode, she shares the challenges she faced transitioning into her own business, working with freelancers, and navigating e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Etsy.Mehru's brand, Doodling NYC, is all about embracing authenticity and the motto "being proudly imperfect." She's building a community and plans to expand her presence in brick-and-mortar stores—a vision she shares with us at the end of the episode that will leave you feeling motivated.Her brand encourages creativity and self-expression. I know you're going to love this conversation![00:40] How Mehru realized she didn't have a brand[03:00] Mehru's business philosophy: proudly imperfect[06:27] The challenges Mehru tackled when jumping from corporate to e-commerce[11:32] How Etsy and Shopify stack up against each other[14:44] Mehru's advice for hiring freelancers[20:51] What the future looks like for Doodling NYC[24:08] Mehru's resilience roundGet all of the resources in on our website.Join the Rooted in Retail Facebook Group to continue the conversation Get your ticket to EVOLVE 2025 - $200 off when you use the code rooted Join our newsletter for all the latest marketing news for retailers Show off your super fandom by getting your Rooted in Retail Merch!

In today's episode I will be discussing some of the challenges independent jewelers face today with special guest Liz Kantner. We chat about high gold costs, doing trade shows and social media struggles.Liz Kantner is passionate about working with independent jewelry artists to help them define their voices and thrive in the modern marketplace and has been working with artists since 2012. Liz is the founder of Stay Gold, a community consulting program where she dedicates herself to a select roster of fine jewelry clients, nurturing them to success through digital marketing, trade show strategy, sales-driving techniques, and branding.  She also helps to curate emerging brands for Luxury Lifestyle at NY NOW. She also co-hosts the podcast, Success with Jewelry.Connect With LizJoin the Stay Gold Collective and use promo code TRYSTAYGOLD to save 50% off your first two months!Curated at Luxury Lifestyle at NY NOW: https://nynow.com/luxurylifestyle/You can follow Liz in Instagram: @liz_kantner Visit her website: lizkantner.comCheck out her podcast with Laryssa Wirstiuk: Success with JewelrySupporting The PodcastBuy a Metalsmith Society ShirtPlease follow the podcast and leave a rating and review!Join my Patreon as a supporter or with a free membership! https://patreon.com/metalsmithsocietyFollow Metalsmith Society for all the jewelry tips: https://www.instagram.com/metalsmithsocietyMusic attribution: Stock Music provided by RomanSenykMusic, from Pond5

Get ready to be holiday-inspired in today's episode! I'm so excited to introduce my guest, Emily Butler, co-owner of the historic Ah Louis Store.We had an amazing in-person chat at NY Now, where Emily shared her passion for crafting unforgettable customer experiences and how she thoughtfully analyzes every aspect of her store through her customers' eyes.As we dive into our conversation, you'll discover all the incredible things she's planning for the upcoming holidays. With this episode dropping in October 2024, it's the perfect time to follow along with her exciting holiday reveals on Instagram!This episode is all about sparking inspiration, so I encourage you to soak it all in and think about how you can bring some of this creativity into your own store. You're going to love this conversation![07:42] How retailers can make events memorable[11:00] What Ah Louis does to make holiday shopping feel extra special[15:41] Episode Sponsor: Crystal Media Co. Ads Management[16:48] How they celebrated a big milestone of 150 years[18:44] What Emily believes drove people to the event[20:14] Emily's tips for retailers hoping to create buzz around their holiday events[22:25] Emily's resilience roundGet all of the details in our show notesJoin the Rooted in Retail Facebook Group to continue the conversation Join our Rise and Shine newsletter for all the latest marketing news for retailers Show off your super fandom by getting your Rooted in Retail Merch!

This week, we're kicking off something special—a series of live episodes straight from NY NOW! I'm thrilled to welcome back Amy Loewenberg, Director of Buyer Relations at NY NOW. Our first conversation on the show was packed with great takeaways, and today we're going even deeper into ways that retailers can level up.In this episode, we're going over key strategies that help indie retailers thrive in their local community. We'll talk about using customer data to make smart decisions, host fun and engaging events, and build partnerships with other local businesses. Amy also shares her thoughts on the power of keeping a consistent brand presence and how to connect with your customers in fresh, exciting ways. Plus, we'll cover tips on building strong customer loyalty and staying adaptable in today's ever-changing retail world. [02:14] How to reach untapped audiences in your local market[05:12] How retailers can stay ahead of changing technology[10:30] Amy's advice for staying adaptable in retail[16:08] How to tap into new demographics of consumers[19:37] Recent trends Amy sees in retail buying behavior[22:11] The incubator at NY NOW[26:10] Unique and interesting products retailers should be excited aboutGet all of the details in our show notes at: https://www.crystalmediaco.com/episodes/master-your-retail-market-with-amy-loewenberg/Register for NY Now: https://registration.experientevent.com/ShowNYN251?flow=attendee&MarketingCode=DARF2&utm_sou[…]eferral&utm_campaign=rootedinretail&utm_content=DARF2Join the Rooted in Retail Facebook Group to continue the conversation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rootedinretailJoin our Rise and Shine newsletter for all the latest marketing news for retailers - https://www.crystalmediaco.com/Show off your super fandom by getting your Rooted in Retail Merch! https://www.bystadium.com/us/en/stores/rooted-in-retail-30474/S820473454

Join us for an inspiring journey through the vibrant world of American entrepreneurship as we sit down with nine remarkable small business owners at the NY NOW Summer Market. From the halls of the iconic Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, these creators share their passion, challenges, and insights into building successful brands. Listen as we explore: The 80-year legacy of JK Adams, where Sharon Rishell reveals how Vermont craftsmanship adapts to modern tastes Jeff Wan's innovative transformation of New York's iconic takeout containers into high-fashion handbags Bridgette Zou's mission to spread kindness through art with her brand "This Feels Nice" Malcolm Crockett's journey into the world of natural beard care with Beards & Beyond Hedi Yousefi's cultural bridge-building through Salam Forever's East-meets-West greeting cards Deandra Craigman's sensory storytelling, pairing artisanal candles with curated playlists Jasmin Foster's push for representation in stationery with Be Rooted Bo's colorful world of "queer cheer" and pronoun pins with misomomo Stephanie Fu's minimalist revolution in children's toys with Biggest Little Each interview offers a unique glimpse into the creativity, resilience, and innovation driving small businesses forward. From sustainable woodworking to inclusive stationery, aromatic experiences to reimagined playtime, these entrepreneurs are redefining their industries one product at a time. Tune in to discover the stories behind the booths, the dreams behind the brands, and the heartbeat of small business in America today.   Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/booth-dreams-capturing-the-heartbeat-of-small-business-at-ny-now  

NEW YORK, NY - Now that the curtain has been drawn on the Major League Rugby 2024 campaign, we are in a place of reflection and looking ahead. With that, this MLR Weekly episode features New England Free Jacks owner Errik Anderson, and Seattle Seawolves hooker Joe Taufete'e. INCLUDED WITH ANDERSON: -Stunning Coaching Change -Price of Success -Number of Teams in 2025 -Rumors re Dallas, Tampa, Toronto, S.F. and Monterey -Growing in Quincy -The USA Rugby/MLR Relationship -Network Coverage INCLUDED WITH TAUFETE'E: -Mental & Physical Recovery -Immediate Future -Surgery -Costly Cleat Throwing vs Chile -USA Rugby losses to Romania & Scotland -Being a Stay-at-Home Dad Watch... Listen/Download the Podcast version... Please share and join our weekly newsletter: http://rugbywrapup.com/weekly-updates/ Find All Here: -Web: http://www.RugbyWrapUp.com -Twitter: https://twitter.com/RugbyWrapUp @RugbyWrapUp, @Matt_McCarthy00, @JonnyLewisFilms, @LizardRugby, @LanningZach, @ColbyMarshall2, @Junoir Blaber, @JWB_RWU, @MeetTheMatts, @Declan Yeats. -Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/RugbyWrapUp -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RugbyWrapUp -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RugbyWrapUp -Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/RugbyWrapUp #USARugby #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyWrapUp #OldGlory #RugbyATL #MLR2020 #SixNations #WorldRugby #SuperRugby #Top14 #PremiershipRugby #Pro14 #URC #UnitedRugbyChampionship #RugbyOdds #RugbyBetting

Episode #301 - "Jewelry Marketing Lessons From the Summer Olympics" Learn more about JOYDECK: https://myjoydeck.com/ Get the FREE Content Repurposing Masterclass: https://www.myjoydeck.com/masterclass Welcome to Episode #301. This episode is airing on the same day as the closing ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, and I wanted to share some thoughts on the intersection of jewelry, tradition, and marketing. If you think of a medal as a piece of jewelry, then Olympic medals are arguably among the most coveted pieces of jewelry in history.  I recently watched a video segment about this year's medals, which were designed and crafted by Chaumet. With this design, Chaumet has made history as the first jeweler ever to design the medals for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. This is truly a significant moment for the world of jewelry. It got me thinking—nobody is born with a love for jewelry. There's always a reason behind it. Whether it's for nostalgia, accomplishment, self-expression, or even just a tactile connection, jewelry holds personal meaning. The Olympics this year have highlighted how deeply symbolic and significant jewelry can be, and these insights can definitely inform your marketing strategies. By understanding the emotional and symbolic reasons why people are drawn to jewelry, you can craft marketing that truly resonates. Just as Olympic medals symbolize achievement and history, your jewelry can connect with customers on a deep, personal level. In our "Gold Mine" segment, I'll also be reflecting on my experiences at the NYC trade shows this year, including NY Now, Melee, and Meghan Patrice Riley's "Spotlight Designer Jewelry Presentation." If we crossed paths there, it was great to see you! Transcript: https://joyjoya.com/jewelry-marketing-lessons-olympics 00:00 Start 4:28 Primary Episode Content 17:31 The Gold Mine  

A thousand facets seats with Liz Kantner and Robin Kramer to talk about the Curated at Luxury lifestyle at NY Now. We talked what it is to do a trade show and what are the things artists should look when deciding to do a show, We invited three artists that are doing the show, returning artists Hilary Finck and Tamsin Rasor and newcomer Laurie Reed. I hope you enjoy our conversation. For more information about Curated at Luxury lifestyle at NY Now Please email Liz: liz@staygoldjewelry.com Robin: robin@redbootconsulting.com If you want to see the work of the artists featured please visit: https://hilaryfinck.com/ https://tamsinrasor.com/ https://www.francesreidstudios.com/ Please visit @athousandfacets on Instagram to see some of the work discussed in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's trending for 2024? In this episode, Jessica Richards of JMR Trend & Creative, shares her insights into how trend forecasting goes beyond the latest “core” trend on TikTok and can influence now only the product that you design or buy for your boutique, but also your marketing. We reminisce on our early days working together in the fashion industry, and then get into the good stuff. In this episode, Jessica shares: - Her 2024 fashion industry trend predictions - The trend forecasting process - How “core” trends form and are part of a larger trend picture - Differences in generational consumer behaviors between Millennial, Gen Z and Gen Alpha - The future of Brick & Mortar About Jessica! Jessica Richards is a trend forecaster, style storyteller, and founder of JMR trend + creative, whose synergistic focus inspires what is now and next. With an extensive background in forecasting and design for major North American retailers, she brings a forward-thinking yet commercial and brand-right viability to product and editorial content projects across the fashion and wellness industries. She has been quoted and featured as a guest expert across international media, including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, VOGUE, ELLE, New York Magazine, and more. She has also spoken as a trade expert for industry events, serving as a sought-after educational panelist for organizations such as MAGIC, JCK, Atlanta Apparel, NY NOW, and WWIN; as well as formerly serving as Fashion Director for the Accessories Council and its trade publication. Connect with Jessica: JMR Trend + Creative InstagramCONNECT FURTHER WITH KRISTIN! Listen to the private podcast series UNLOCK FAIRE - Get instant access HERE Join The Buyerside Club facebook community for coaching & connection in your product business. Join HERE! Website: kristinfishercoaching.com Follow on Instagram: @kristinfishercoaching Contact: hello@kristinfishercoaching.com

Welcome to episode #70. In this episode, we chat about how to effectively tell the unique story of your jewelry brand. Liz also shares a few takeaways from NY Now!  We also want to tell you about our Insider community. When you join, you'll have access to extended episodes, full of tips that you can start implementing today and further resources about each topic we discuss.  In the bonus content of this episode, dig deeper into storytelling and talk about the trade show scene.  To get access to exclusive content as well as direct access to me and Laryssa, sign up by visiting SUCCESSWITHJEWELRY.com.  

Happy Friday to all the dogs. We've got limited tour tees available only at our upcoming shows! (Toronto, LA, London, NY) Now back to the 6 God. Drake bestows a timestamp on Charlotte, which sparks a conversation about ranking his timestamp songs. Julian goes full fandom (down to the outfit) and we continue to predict the sound of the album. We pivot to collabs and discuss the alleged shots J. Cole aims at YoungBoy on “The Secret Recipe”. Meek & Rick Ross reunite over “Shaq & Kobe”. Keefe D has officially been arrested for the murder of Tupac. We discuss the implications of this case and how Diddy's legacy could drastically change. Speaking of legacy, an explicit tape of Sexxy Redd leaks on her IG Story. We discuss how this could be possible. We take a fun music voicemail comparing Britney Spears and Taylor Swift. Tune in as the guys discuss all of this + more! Follow The Team:Rory - https://www.instagram.com/thisisrory/Mal - https://www.instagram.com/mal_bytheway/Eddin - https://www.instagram.com/thankyoueddin/Julian - https://www.instagram.com/julian__nicholas/Demaris - https://www.instagram.com/demarisagiscombe/Merch: https://newrorynmal.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/newrorynmalYouTube Subscribe: https://rb.gy/hk7up

You're going to be blown away by the experience and knowledge from Amy Loewnberg in this conversation!Community, it's the power of connections that drives us and pushes us through the ebbs and flows of the economy. How do you create a community? Go where your people are! Embrace the channels that give you reach. Yes, that means social media!!!Amy actually shares examples from her personal instagram on how you can get connected, meet new people like potential merchants, learn new ideas, and get in front of the people who want to buy from you.In addition to her wise words for community we also talk all things market and she has some really great tips for retailers heading to trade shows:Study the market - The better you know the show, the better you can utilize it.New buyer orientation - Sign up even if it's not your first time at a market!Know your product needs - Bring a shopping list and really know your budget.Ask before you photograph - We're always so quick to snap a pic but get permission first.Bring a business card with a QR code - Don't let people forget you, make it easy to find you.Take well organized notes - Who did you talk to? What do you want to buy? KEEP TRACK!Be patient and courteous - Vendors might be operating a 1 person booth and it might get busy.Have fun and enjoy the experiences - With so much available, take part in everything you can.ALWAYS post and tag - Remember!? It's back to community creation on social media!There has also been quite a disruption in the trade show space: hybrid markets. Amy shares about the wonderful and necessary opportunity it is for online marketplaces. You want to make it as easy for the customer as possible, and digital spaces will never replace in person interactions, just enhance them!She has seen the ins and outs of retail, and you will just love her creative eye and heart for incredible retailers and their products.  Be sure to check out ALL of the retailers Amy mentioned today at their links. And for more inspiration and all around retail wisdom give Amy a follow on Instagram.I am rooting for your success!What's Inside:How to create a community as an independent retailer.What you need to know before attending a trade show!The important place for hybrid markets.Retailer examples and resources are galore. Mentioned In This Episode:Gift for Life - DonateAmy @amy.atnynow on InstagramAmy Loewenberg on LinkedInCrystal MediaCrystal on InstagramCrystal Media on InstagramCrystal Media Co – YouTube

BGS Founder Shontay Lundy's main mission is to educate people of color about the importance of sun protection and skin wellness. Embarking upon her brand development journey, five years ago with the release of her brand champion moisturizing sunscreen lotion, which received a glowing review from a Reddit user that caused it to go viral in 2019.WEBSITEhttps://www.blackgirlsunscreen.com/ Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

I'm back from a whirlwind trip to New York where over 50 of our Paper Camp alumni were exhibiting at NY Now and Shoppe Object - two wholesale trade shows. It was such a treat to visit with everyone and to see their new products on display. Both shows were buzzing with buyers, press and brands looking to collaborate. The energy was high and orders were being written. You know… at Paper Camp we like to talk about how selling wholesale is a marathon, not a sprint.  And, exhibiting at wholesale trade shows is just one way to get your products in front of your buyers. Exhibiting at a trade show is no small feat though. There are endless decisions, logistics and shows are a big investment of time, energy and money. When done well, the payoff of exhibiting comes not only through sales at the shows, but also new contacts we meet, conversations we have and face time with our buyers, which is where the long term benefits come into play.  Those face to face connections with current and prospective accounts are priceless. Today's episode is a compilation of short interviews I conducted on the show floors in New York. At NY Now I talked with Ashley Sutton of Hustle & Hope who shared how in within one year of selling wholesale her products are carried in Home Goods & TJ Max, Divya of Mellowworks who launched her Home Decor line at the show, and Desiree of Paper Anchor who moved from the Emerging artist kiosk to her own booth this year. At Shoppe Object I interviewed Jana of The Completist who traveled from the UK to showcase her new collection of desktop and paper goods and Katie of The Good Twin who shared what it was like moving from NY Now to Shoppe Object. All of today's guests are alumni of our Paper Camp program.  Our Paper Camp program is the longest-running, most trusted, results-driven wholesale training program.  We combine expert coaching, comprehensive content and a rich community to guide & support you in building a profitable, sustainable wholesale brand.  LEARN MORE   You can view full show notes and more at prooftoproduct.com/285   Connect with our guests:   Ashley Sutton - Hustle & Hope https://hustleandhopecards.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hustleandhope/   Divya Guruju - Melloworks https://www.shopmellowworks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mellowworksart/   Desiree Perez - Paper Anchor https://paper-anchor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/paperanchor.co/   Jana Starcevic - The Completist https://www.the-completist.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.completist/   Katie Wilson - The Good Twin https://www.thegoodtwin.co/ https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtwinco/

This month's bonus episode is a show – Las Vegas Market & NY Now – recap. Michelle covers it all from showroom set-ups, the stress of being away from her family for an extended period, outfit changes & getting into buyer mode, being part of a podcast panel, participating in an Instagram takeover at NY Now and having an opportunity to meet some of our listeners and podcasts guests in person. Truly an inspiring trip! 

For this extra-special episode, my Paper Planes Cocktail Hour Podcast co-host and I decided to try something different. For decades now, Amy Loewenberg and I passed like stationery ships in the night, walking the same shows and stationery shops. Ironically, we never really got acquainted until lockdown in 2020 — that's when we developed and starting churning out our NY NOW podcast once a month. While I have so enjoyed tag-teaming in our maker and retailer podcast interviews, we never turned the tables on each other ... until now that is.So, February finds me in the hot seat on the Paper Planes Cocktail Hour Podcast, and Amy is dropping back into The Paper Fold! With her vast experience on both sides of the aisle, Amy's perspective on the stationery and gift space is priceless. We look back on where stationery has been ... and where it is going. From pop-ups to zoomers, from hybrid market experiences to the inimitable power of connecting in person, you don't want to miss this interview of my brilliant partner in podcasting!

This Paper Plane Cocktail Hour episode is fun one… and one with a twist!  Ever wonder how The Paper Nerd became a paper nerd?  Tune in as Amy turns the tables on Sarah and interviews her on all things paper! We will hear Sarah's industry insights to her nostalgic descriptive accounts to today's social messaging narratives. From how we express ourselves to what she sees the continued conversations to be.  She's one smart nerdy cookie, join us!     Guest Websites:IG: www.instagram.com/ms_sarah_schwartz/Website: https://thepapernerd.com/ Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

Around the World Beauty, a boutique travel company, where Celebrity Makeup Artist and Founder Stephanie Flor guides women around the globe on exclusive beauty experiences to celebrate the cultural source for modern day beauty rituals. In this podcast episode, Stephanie also shares her brand, adventure, and insight on beauty & wellness trends for 2023, through a global lens for buyers and retailers. GUEST WEBSITEwww.aroundtheworldbeauty.com Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

Kate Murray of Quick Brown Fox Letterpress is adept at juggling several stationery hats simultaneously. She is renowned for her near-perfect registration on every letterpressed piece she prints. Also known as a Louie Awards chair and active Greeting Card Association member, Kate is a champion in assuring we are hearing all the voices of smaller makers loud and clear. This pun-a-rific 'presser chats up Amy and Sarah on building a truly engaging GCA community, all the latest on the Louie Awards and why the winter edition of NY NOW is her legit ride or die!     GUEST WEBSITES |https://www.quickbrownfoxletterpress.com/ Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

Miss the final Paper Planes Cocktail Hour of 2022 at your own risk, as Amy and Sarah hobnob with none other than industry powerhouse Dan Collier. Maintaining two thriving stationery and gift store retail brands — Archer and The Merchant — as well as the famed daniel*richards showrooms in Atlanta and Dallas, Dan's scope and eye is unparalleled in the stationery community. Tune in to hear Dan's thoughts on what sets product apart, regardless of which side of the aisle you are on!    Contact Information:Dan@danrichgroup.com    Showroom Phone #: 404.589.8200      Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

Retail can be a monster. Just ask Michael Schultz and Douglas Duncan of Cursive. For 15 years, their stores within ABC Carpet & Home and in Grand Central Station were essential New York City shops, that is until COVID-19 shut them all down. But like the proverbial phoenix, Cursive is back in business, with two award-winning West Village shops. This shop keeping dream team spills on how a practical, careful business approach can not only carry a brand into the next chapter but can also make it all look easy!   Guest Website:  https://cursivenewyork.com/      https://www.instagram.com/cursivenewyork/ Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

This week, we are thrilled to welcome Amy Loewenberg, Senior Relations Manager for NY NOW, SF NOW & American Handcrafted. Amy considers herself to be a champion for people, for product and for paving new lanes for mutually beneficial and treasured relationships that celebrate the love for what we do and why we do it. This is her past, her present and her future.Her passion for product grew exponentially when she returned to NYC and was purchasing for an iconic NYC paper and gift store known as Kate's Paperie to a 130-location mini department store known as Blue Tulip to foster the first ever purchasing program for the non-profit Housing Works. She drank the Kool-Aid! Whether she was buying greeting cards and invitations, homewares, tabletop, or textiles, she was enamored with everything from paper to cement and the impact they made on her business.It was a no brainer for her to move into her role for NY NOW, a market she has been attending for decades. Her high-level and firsthand experience helps her to not just be a resource for all who attend, but it allows her to highlight our remarkable community.Michelle & Amy talk trade shows, challenges and exciting changes that will make for an even greater experience for attendees!This week's episode sponsored by Fines Lines Company, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gift, fashion + home lines.WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInNY NOW PodcastBulletin

Miss this episode at your own risk! Amy & Sarah sit down with stationery legend Chandra Greer, who spills on everything from her hybrid retail model to what makes a range stand out to her and get precious shelf space in her domains. Whatever role you play in our community, Chandra's mindful perspective and focus on civility and connection will infuse it with much-needed inspiration. Guest Website: https://greerchicago.com      Thank you for podcasting with NY NOW! We look forward to connecting with you across all our platforms and seeing you in person! Website: nynow.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/ny_now Facebook: www.facebook.com/nynowmarket

Jumping into the world of social media is so much easier for some people than others. But this simple school of thought holds true whether you are an interior designer, product creator, or a letterpress designer- our brand is our story, and our story is us. Some of the easiest things that we can do to promote our business and build a loyal community is right in front of us so here is a little push or maybe your reminder to do some easy actions to help build your community and comfort level in front of the camera! Listen in as Jalonda Hill and Amy talk about some of the fundamentals of building and promoting your brand… through your story telling. RESOURCES   Guest Websites: https://www.instagram.com/xojalonda/   | NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

If you work in the gift industry, you've probably heard of Occasionette. You may have also noticed that in less than a decade, they have opened some wildly popular shopping destinations in the Philadelphia area. Identified as one of the region's 100 fastest growing businesses in both 2019 and 2020, owner and creative director Sara Villari shares some of the secrets of her success with Amy and Sarah. Maybe it was her architecture degree, or maybe her dedication to open calls for vendors and integrating lines from makers of color that makes this woman-owned business most worthy of its City of Brotherly Love addresses.  Listen in and hear for yourself!  RESOURCES   | Guest Website: https://www.occasionette.com/       | NY NOW: https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page: https://nynow.com/podcast     

Bebemoss designs beautiful handmade modern huggable toys using sustainable, slow process organic fibers, a collection of simply classic and playful toys. A social enterprise follows ethical and fair production Principles and is a social and impact-driven organization. Providing sustainable jobs and fair living wages for more than 120 women.RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://bebemoss.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Sometimes what you see before you is only part of the picture. If you spy a Dahlia Press card for example, you are experiencing only one design dimension of the immensely talented and prolific creator behind it, Stephanie Clarke. Stephanie does not only maintain the Dahlia Press studio shop in Seattle, she has also founded a second brand, Chloe Clarke, The Art of Paper: Bespoke Invitations for Weddings & Events. She also uses her platform and with other likeminded designers, finds time to advance women's rights however she can. Listen in as Stephanie shares with both Amy and Sarah her path, her passions, and her need for a bigger booth at the NY NOW market this August. This extra-special Summer Show episode is not to be missed!RESOURCES   Guest Websites:   https://www.dahliapress.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

If you've ever felt creatively restricted by your corporate job, move over! Brittany O'Brien of Brittany Paige Designs feels your pain, but better yet, she acted on it. She launched her namesake brand in 2017 with six greeting cards — all concerning break-ups — and although the release was small, it proved to be incredibly powerful. With it, Brittany was officially uncensored, untethering herself from how she was in her words "taught to be small." Unsurprisingly, her stationery and gift range struck a collective nerve, and this one-woman operation accordingly grew exponentially — just ask her 500+ stockists, or maybe one of her 20K+ TikTok followers.When the Dobbs ruling dropped in late June, Brittany channeled her energy into not just representing and interpreting the collective frustration of many Americans, but infusing some financial muscle as well. First she pre-released a powerful "They Won't Stop at Roe' sticker June 24, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Arc Southeast. Then she got 29 other gift and stationery brands on board to donate all online sales for one day — July 12 — to The National Network of Abortion Funds. In all, over $15K was raised, with Brittany donating a cool grand.Brittany opens up about her approach to infusing her beliefs into her merchandise, lessons learned from July 12 and a peek into what she's showcasing at NY NOW. Finally, her take on that "cringey app I was resistant to," TikTok, is not to be missed! 

As the largest industry in the world, Retail can improve lives, help ecosystems, and impact economies. We are witnessing retailers shifting to a more sustainable future because our consumers are demanding it. Listen in as our own Amy Loewenberg and Tommy Brown, the St. Louis Zoo's Retail manager and Conservation Buyer discuss the economic, social, and environmental keys of sustainability, while giving us some tools and resources to make sustainable buying decisions for better tomorrow. RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.stlzoo.org/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

 Sometimes a map does more than get you from point A to point B; it can define a destination, and by extension, our emotional connection to it. Just ask married couple Rachel Rheingold and Michael Berick, who were inspired by grocery totes sited on a trip abroad to launch Maptote in 2006. This Brooklyn-based house of design has been much imitated, but Rachel and Michael reveal how they keep their totes, pouches, and other vibrant offerings fresh year in and year out, garnering collabs with A-list clients like HBO, and keep their retail audience consistently coming back for more. RESOURCES   Guest Websites:   https://maptote.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Join Amy as she talks with Jennifer Cattaui, the Founder and CEO of Babesta, a very hip children's store located online and in lower Manhattan. With the baby and child market radiating traditional pinks and blues, Babesta was born in 2004 to rebel against genderized styles that seemed to stray from Jenn's aesthetic. As a new mom herself, she sought to give babies (and their families) some cooler options where they could show some attitude and have some fun. They introduced black onesies, band tees, slogan tees, and a range of fashion, with nods to art, design, and culture. Today Babesta is thriving and a valuable resource whether you have a little human or just want to purchase for one… Babesta will make you the cool parent, aunt or uncle, or friend.   RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.babesta.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com      | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Sometimes all you need is a fresh perspective to achieve real progress. Just ask Victoria Venturi of Paper Epiphanies. The comedienne-turned-card creator turned the industry — to say nothing of modern stationery messaging — on its ear with her distinctive feminist voice, rife with vulnerability and authenticity, seasoned with copious humor and sass, all presented in meticulous letter pressed form. But Victoria was just getting started! Her award-winning Portland flagship, opened April Fool's Day 2021, enables her vision to bloom into full flower with a tightly curated offering of books and other feminine pleasures. As a result, Victoria redefined not just the entire card shop concept, but has created a space in which her clientele can explore exactly what it means to be a 21st-century woman.     RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.paperepiphanies.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

NY NOW®'s Rising Artisans is the premier destination within the HANDMADE® Collection at NY NOW® presenting the newest sustainable designers and global artisans to market. Bringing together our signature incubator programs, into one destination for NY NOW buyers searching for the newest handmade designers and artisans to market. RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.instagram.com/_helenjoffe_     Helen.joffe@emeraldx.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/helenjoffe/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

To you, it's just a knife, but to Elicia Castaldi, it's the driving force behind her feminine, authentic and unapologetic Girl w/Knife range of stationery and gifts. She believes in a life lived glamorously, with reckless abandon, in six-inch stilettos — and although Elicia didn't know it when she sat down to chat with Amy and Sarah, this cutting-edge maker just won three Noted@*Noted Awards as well as the hyper-coveted Artist of the Year Louie Award. Elicia dishes on her creative and artistic vision — as well as the next steps she is currently carving out for herself!    RESOURCES   Guest Websites: https://www.instagram.com/girlwknife/   | NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Today's podcast is not just with a buyer, or merchandiser, or retail consultant, or even a podcaster… it is with all the above! Michelle Sherrier, founder of MC Design Collaboration and host of the Retail Whore podcast and Amy Loewenberg dive deep into Michelle's 40 year plus career surrounding all things retail, wholesale, and merchandising. Hear about the industry strong people and places she worked for that cultivated her business acumen, aesthetic, and deep understanding of the intricacies of retail. She is a creative curator, and her goal is to help her clients grow their business and increase their sales. And she shares a lot of great merchandising tips along the way!   RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.mcdesigncollaboration.com/https://www.instagram.com/mcdesigncollaboration/| NY NOW :https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

From humble origins that began with long, late nights and just eight products, the Golden Gems sisters — AKA Susan Logsdon and Amanda Helman — created quite a lifestyle brand over the last five years. With lofty aims to inspire your inner badass, the duo creates bold, cheeky, and empowering merchandise that does just that. Listen in as Amy and Sarah chat up these bona fide Golden Gems to learn how they inspire us to unapologetically be who we are, take up space and live life on our own terms. That's a hefty task for a coffee cup or notepad! Best of all, as vocal proponents for social justice in the St. Louis area, they are walking examples to us all of how to live your values with intention.  RESOURCES   Guest Websites:   https://shopgoldengems.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Harmony is a lifestyle store. We have furniture, gifts, accessories, personal products, art and framing and interior design services.  We make an effort to source locally when we can, organic and natural when we can and we aim to inspire the idea of conscious consumerism which steers away from being "price" driven towards becoming "value" driven. Harmony Designs Furniture & Interiors continues to blossom creating radical transformations to residential, commercial spaces and lives as well as providing a retail shopping experience like no other.  RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.harmonydesignsfurniture.com| Instagram @ HarmonyDesigns| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     | NY NOW Digital Market:https://nynowdigitalmarket.com    

Spinning Rights in Guatemala and The Struggle of Mayan Weavers, The National Movement of Weavers It was born in 2014 with more than 600 weavers and the support of AFEDES. With its creation, it began the legal battle to claim the recognition and protection of the copyright of designs, textiles, and clothing, counting along the way with the technical assistance of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights -OHCHR-, support that continues today.   RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://www.mayanhands.org/| Instagram @ MayanHands| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     | NY NOW Digital Market:https://nynowdigitalmarket.com    

Did you listen to my conversation with Christy Asper of Paper Baristas back in episode 236? We discussed how preparing for NY Now was going for her as a pre-show interview! Now she's back for another conversation to share how the show went, what she learned, and what she'll adjust for future shows! Listen in as she explains why she believes catalogs are still relevant, what it was like to exhibit as part of the Greeting Card Association Village, and what her sales and success looked like! You can view full show notes and more at prooftoproduct.com/242 Today's episode is brought to you by our free resources library, where you can find the tools to start, streamline, and scale your product business. From determining if wholesale is right for you, to designing a tradeshow booth that won't break the back, to deciding what to delegate in three simple steps, we have the resources for you! Get Free Access Now

We all have experienced it... an interruption in our business. We also know that we can expect them again when we are least ready for it.  Join us as former retail store owner, RETAILMavens founder Cathy Donovan Wagner and Amy Loewenberg talk about some fun out of the box in-store and out-of-store events as ways to build a community around your business, engage with customers, and generate revenue! Store experiences are an essential part of your retailer brand and it's pretty easy to see why— they strengthen customer relationships while increasing sales. Listen as Cathy shares her expertise in coaching and providing guidance for retailers on how to increase their sales, find profit and improve cashflow to sleeping better and living a life they love!   RESOURCES   Guest Websites:https://retailmavens.com/| NY NOW :https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

NEW YORK, NY - Now that the cream of the crop in Major League Rugby has started to separate itself from the rest of the pack,  WWE Legend John Bradshaw Layfield, Gift Egeblu, Nate Osborne (former NOLA Gold Head Coach) & Matt McCarthy - are having a lot more success with their picks... and their one-liners and zingers. That makes your chances of making some money, while being entertained, pretty much guaranteed. All but the embattled Egbelu were above .500 - with Gift getting the Wooden Spoon. Why? He bet on the SaberCats to lose by less than 6 points. They lost by 7. Meow. Anyway, tune in to this week's episode for Major League Rugby & 6 Nations Picks, Trash Talk, Hurt Feelings and a Frozen Nate Osborne, who is surprisingly chatty for someone who can't even figure out their own internet. Be sure to check out our MLR Preview/Opinion show with New England Free Jack's Captain Josh Larsen and our College Rugby Wrap Up. Watch... Listen/Download the Podcast version... Please share and join our weekly newsletter: http://rugbywrapup.com/weekly-updates/ Find All Here: -Web: http://www.RugbyWrapUp.com -Twitter: https://twitter.com/RugbyWrapUp @RugbyWrapUp, @Matt_McCarthy00, @JonnyLewisFilms, @LizardRugby, @LanningZach, @ColbyMarshall2, @JunoirBlaber, @JWB_RWU, @MeetTheMatts, @Declan Yeats. -Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/RugbyWrapUp -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RugbyWrapUp -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RugbyWrapUp -Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/RugbyWrapUp #USARugby #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyWrapUp #OldGlory #RugbyATL #MLR2020 #SixNations #WorldRugby #SuperRugby #Top14 #PremiershipRugby #Pro14 #URC #UnitedRugbyChampionship #RugbyOdds #RugbyBetting #CollegeRugbyChamps #CollegeRugby #NCRAllStars

Just when we need to be reminded to take a moment and maybe a deep breath, Yuko Miki of Honeyberry Studios comes to the rescue with her menagerie of adorable animals and upbeat messaging. She defines loving yourself as an act of resistance, and her offbeat, life-affirming range of stationery and lifestyle merchandise accordingly makes that a reality. Listen in as Yuko shares her experiences that transported her to create Honeyberry and how she incorporates her anti-racism, sustainable values into her work.  All while helping others to embrace the same values in their own lives, one uplifting card at a time!    RESOURCES   Guest Websites:   https://www.instagram.com/honeyberrystudios/   https://honeyberrystudios.com/| NY NOW:https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     

Heritage weaves conducts hand loom textile tours for conscious travelers, who want to see how handmade clothes are made, buyers and textile enthusiast, gain the experience of seeing how Ikat is made and buy from the weavers directly. Each process of the Ikat weaving is explained in detail, based in Nalgonda district of Telangana state, India. Heritage Weaves has more than 50 women weavers working with the enterprise. Artisans weave traditional as well as contemporary ikat weaves, working with sustainable and 100 % natural yarns- cotton and silk.    RESOURCES   Guest Websites:Website: www.heritageweaves.com   IG: @heritageweaves   FB: @heritageweaves   www.linkedin.com/in/ujwalapasla   | NY NOW :https://nynow.com     | NY NOW Podcast Page:https://nynow.com/podcast     | NY NOW Digital Market:https://nynowdigitalmarket.com    

Welcome to Episode 2 of For the Love of Freelance: Community! Get to know your co-hosts Tia Meghan Grado and Lisa Ann (LAMARKS) Markuson, as they chat with Sam Safer, Co-Founder of Norby, and multi-hyphenate freelancer and creative Diamond Hawkins. As freelancers and creative entrepreneurs, growing your community and making connections across industries is crucial to building your network, getting new clients, finding collaborators, and just having more fun overall. So pour yourself a cup of coffee (or wine) and let us show you what we and our guests have learned along the way. And don't forget to get exclusive applicable takeaways from the episode on our Norby! https://freelancingfemales.norby.live Norby is a full-stack marketing platform for creators, community builders, and brands. It puts your link in bio, text messages, newsletters, events, and landing pages all in one place – and makes them work perfectly together to help you build your brand and take control of your audience. Check out our presenter Norby and our guests: Norby website - https://nor.by/rFGsqI Join Norby - https://jointhe.norby.live/crew?thanksTo=freelancingfemales @bynorby https://nor.by/rnVEZk @pothosbeauty: https://nor.by/rDMb4P Norby's Special FF Offer is: 1 month free; to redeem, select Podcast when asked "how did you hear about us" and then enter in Freelancing Females Sam Safer Valentine: Sam is co-founder and COO of Norby, a venture-backed startup building the marketing stack for creators, community leaders, and emerging brands. An operator and community builder at heart, Sam has worked for heritage brands like the V&A and The Metropolitan Museum of Art as well as startups like Bulletin and legacy brands such as NY NOW. Prior to co-founding Norby, she ran her own sales and marketing agency, Narratives, working to scale dozens of DTC brands and retailers. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samerinsafer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/samerinsafer?lang=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthasafer Diamond Hawkins: Diamond is truly is a multi-faceted entrepreneur. Diamond currently sits as the CEO and Founder of Pothos Beauty-- An Inclusive Beauty and Wellness Marketplace, whose mission is to change the narrative on what beauty means. She simultaneously freelances as a project manager with Microsoft in the Global Data Center where she builds human centric processes. Diamond is on a mission to wear as many hats as possible during her lifetime. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diamondhawkins_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diamondhawkins_/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diamondhawkins/ For the Love of Freelance is produced by Skewed Orbit

Meet Betz White founder of Betz White Studio Knits, author, educator, pattern and kit, and ready-made home accessory designer, with a passion for thoughtful design that reflects your creative style! A long time friend of mine, and fellow entrepreneurial spirit Betz graciously joins me in a conversation about what it takes to be a pioneer and have longevity in the online, handmade space ~ through what is? what may be? (we're not sure yet) an exceptionally transformational time  to be a creative business owner.  Betz shares what was in her basement that inspired her newest business venture, what it really costs to attend trade shows, specifically NY NOW. And after realizing that maybe her ambitious desire to reach new goals, has also lead to her being harder on her self than she needed to be; Betz has decided to come up with (what I think is the best! that should be written on a t-shirt) new mantra for this year, that I think every one of us could take a moment to consider. Links: Betz White https://betzwhite.com https://shop.betzwhite.com Instagram: @betz_white   Marisa Cummings https://creativethursday.com https://creativethursdaycourses.com Instagram: @creativethursday