How'd She Do That?

Katie Davis is a Houston-based interior designer focused on all aspects of residential design. She takes a practical approach to her work, emphasizing the idea that a home should be truly lived in above all else. Her portfolio is filled with stylish spaces that nod to a new-traditional aesthetic while maintaining a sense of modernity and an eye for today’s trends.  Katie’s appreciation for design...

Today's guest is BIOLYTE CEO, Jesslyn Rollins. Biolyte was invented by Jesslyn's father as an "IV in a bottle". Thirteen years ago, he realized hydration drinks are not effective for severe dehydration. Jesslyn's mom was battling breast cancer and she couldn't keep up with her chemo treatments without getting IV bags because she was so dehydrated. BIOLYTE was created and now provides the medical b...

Today's guest is the CEO of Mg Biologics, Sarah Meyer Thompson. Sarah's father, Mark Meyer, started Mg Biologics in 1999. It was here at Mg where she learned about antibodies, performed research trials, and launched new products for the equine neonatal industry. Mark remains involved with Mg as Chairman of the Board, however, he has passed the CEO reigns (horse pun intended) to Sarah. She...

Today's guest is Mary Ellen Coyne is the CEO of American sportswear brand J. McLaughlin – she is a fashion powerhouse, and mom of three with an effortless style and clear vision for growth. Mary Ellen has decades of merchandising experience at high-profile brands under her belt, including Ralph Lauren, GAP, Ann Taylor, and Victoria’s Secret to name a few. Mary Ellen joined J. McLaughlin in 201...

Today we welcome Emily back to the mic as we kick off Season Four! We are thrilled to share that today's guest is Caitlin Osborne, Founder of Becco Bags. Founded in 2021 by this mother of four, Becco Bags was created after a craft project went awry at her daughter’s sixth birthday party. The failed attempt to decorate bags using items backed with velcro dots inspired Caitlin to search for a be...

Today's guest, Laiza Cors is the Founder of Embello and Living By Design Showhouse. Laiza is a rising disruptor in the interior design space who founded a completely virtual showhouse and an influencer marketing agency. She is an industry vet who worked for Barclay Butera and then went on to found Embello - built on the realization that no dedicated agency or platform existed to help home brands n...

Today's guests are the founder of Sunshine Tienda! This Texas-based brand was founded in 2014 by identical twin sisters, Laura and Amanda Ernst. Everything is designed around a simple state of mind -- to “Be Vacation Happy.” Sunshine Tienda’s collections of statement-making jewelry, charming sun hats, and breezy beach dresses are influenced by a love of warm-weather destinations. Each collection o...

Today’s guest is MJ Carlson, the CEO of Electric Picks! This role combines MJ’s lifelong penchant for design and business. She started her career doing PR for Ocean Drive Magazine, and shortly after launched an event planning company in Miami. Before that, MJ could be found peddling custom friendship bracelets to her neighborhood while growing up in a small suburb of Chicago. MJ now lives with her...

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Today's guest, Alex Kaehler is the Founder of Alexandra Kaehler Design. Alex grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, where she lives now with her husband, and three kids. After she began what she believed to be her dream career in advertising, she quickly realized design was her calling after starting a lifestyle blog in 2009. She attended a post-graduate program, at Harrington College of Design and we...

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Today's guest is Mariah Grumet the founder of Old Soul Etiquette! Etiquette is something that has interested Mariah since she was a teen. She credits that to her old soul. When she first moved to NYC to work in fashion, Mariah took an etiquette course as a fun weekend activity. She saw the true power of modern etiquette and what it meant to redefine people’s misconceptions of it. She quickly reali...

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Today’s guest Allison McNamara is the Founder of MARA. Growing up in southern California, the journalist and TV host turned beauty entrepreneur has always been inspired by the sea and used her decades of experience to create MARA – the leading, prestige line of algae-infused skincare. MARA is an award-winning line of algae-infused skincare and wellness products powered by our clinically-tested pro...

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Today’s guest is Leslie Tessler, CEO and Founder of Hanni. In 2010 Leslie was working her dream job in beauty but instead of enjoying it, she felt isolated, anxious and generally unhappy. After almost 10 years of not sleeping and suffering from what seemed like constant “mystery” ailments, Leslie decided to make a change and booked a one-way ticket to buenos aires, argentina. Her only goal was lea...

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Lydia Fenet is the founder and CEO of the Lydia Fenet Agency, a boutique agency representing best-in-class charity auctioneers. Over her two-decade-long career, Lydia served as the Global Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships for Christie’s and reshaped the fundraising landscape as the world’s leading charity auctioneer. She has single-handedly raised over one billion dollars for more than 8...

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Today's guest is Emily DiDonato, Supermodel and Co-Founder of the Covey routine. A native New Yorker., Emily has been modeling for over ten years and has been featured on the cover of numerous magazines such as Vogue, Numero, Marie Claire, Elle and more. She has been the face and spokesmodel for Maybelline New York for ten years and has fronted campaigns for brands such as  Armani, Miu Miu, Ju...

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Today's guest, Lauren Makler is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cofertility. They are a mission-driven company full of individuals who are passionate about making egg freezing more accessible to women and assisting them in their journey toward motherhood. Lauren previously founded Uber Health, where under her leadership, the business helped millions of patients get the care they need. Prior to that,...

This special episode was recorded two years ago with the original hopes of a mini-series highlighting women who were resilient and had experienced historic moments in their childhood and lives. At the time, after recording with Rena, we didn't secure conversations that felt appropriate to share alongside hers. This episode was meant for now. October 11th, 2023. Thank you, Rena, for sharing your st...

Today’s guests are Vivian Grimes, Founder of Henri Noël, and Carolina Menendez, Head of Growth at Henri Noël. Vivian’s grandfather opened his first jewelry store in 1981 in Naples, FL, where he spent his life curating handmade jewelry. His mission was to make simple and timeless pieces at the fairest prices. It is with that same passion that Vivian started Henri Noël, in his name, to continue his...