Behind the Thread

What happens when you finally realize your voice belongs in the room? Sandra Scibelli has built an impressive career leading teams and retail organizations for some of the biggest names in the industry, including Gap, Ann Taylor, Williams Sonoma, Bath & Body Works, Athleta, Under Armour, and Untuckit. But her biggest career lesson may have nothing to do with the brands on her résumé. On this e...

What happens when a million Pinterest followers, a passion for creativity, and a deep understanding of what consumers want collide? You get a career that was anything but traditional. In this episode of Behind the Thread Podcast , host Carrie Habel, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Thread Advisory Group, sits down with Alex Vailas , a creative powerhouse and the Head of Brand at Bad Birdie . Lon...

What if the biggest opportunity for speed isn’t finding faster factories—but changing how brands and manufacturers work together? A few weeks ago, Thread Co-Founder & Managing Partner Anna Kenney delivered a keynote at the VESTEX Strategic Sourcing Forum in Guatemala on what she learned about brand-manufacturer partnerships while helping build a speed-to-market model at Victoria’s Secret PINK...

In this episode of Behind the Thread , host Carrie Habel sits down with Denise Carman to uncover the real reason many businesses struggle—and it’s not what most leaders think. With a background in luxury spa and wellness leadership, Denise shares how her experience on the frontlines led her to become a trusted advisor helping high-performing leaders solve complex people and culture challenges. Fro...

Welcome back to Behind the Thread, where leadership gets real, a little unfiltered, and apparently… accessorized with purple eye masks. Yes, really. In this playful and insightful Part 2 episode, host Carrie Habel sits down again with Scott Kerby to talk all things leadership, retail, and what it actually takes to build strong teams (hint: it is not just coffee and good vibes… but those help too )...

Ever had a moment so awkward it turned into something amazing? Carrie Hable kicks off this episode of Behind the Thread with a story you won’t forget a literal face plant that somehow sparked a 20+ year career connection with retail leader Scott Kerby. And trust us… it only gets better from there. In this Part 1 conversation, Carrie and Scott rewind the clock on a relationship that’s been everythi...

Behind the Thread Podcast starts out strong with host Carrie Habel joined by her close friend Jessica Wiehle for a powerful conversation rooted in purpose, passion, and personal inspiration. Jessica shares how her mother played a big role in shaping the path that led to her business, AromaWell , and her mission to become a true change-maker in the wellness space. What started as a personal connect...

Behind the Thread f eatures honest, unscripted conversations with leaders who are willing to go beyond the highlight reel. This podcast brings together business leaders, founders, and changemakers to discuss leadership, wellness, and life. We explore the logic behind decisions, the impact leadership has on the body and mind, and the habits that help leaders stay grounded, resilient, and real.  If...