Beyond Beauty: the business of beauty

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Anna Harman, CEO and co-founder of Studs, shares her journey of launching a modern ear piercing brand. Anna discusses overcoming challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and highlights the importance of customer experience, technology, and work-life balance. She reflects on lessons learned as an entrepreneur and mother, offers a...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, guest Ameann DeJohn explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the beauty industry. She discusses the rise of personalized skincare, the influence of social media on consumer education, and how AI can help individuals select products tailored to their unique skin needs and makeup shades. Ameann also highlights the importance of cr...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, founder Kate Whitney shares her entrepreneurial journey behind Boulevard, a luxury consignment boutique based in San Diego. Kate discusses her transition from entertainment to fashion and the importance of personal style. She offers insights on building confidence through clothing, curating meaningful wardrobes, and embracing individuality...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Leah Hundsness, Founder of Maxine's Revenge, shares her journey from the tech industry to the beauty sector, emphasizing the importance of representation for women over 50. Leah discusses her motivations for starting her brand, the challenges faced, and the opportunities that arose, particularly during the pandemic. She highlights the n...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Sarah Jannetti, founder of Content Recipe, discusses her journey into entrepreneurship. She explains the role of AI in enhancing the creator economy and the need for brands to think like creators to build trust with their audiences. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating social commerce and the importance of providing...

Show Notes: In this episode of the  Beyond Beauty  podcast, Elyse Conroy shares her journey from a successful career in the beauty industry to becoming a confidence coach. She unpacks the importance of building confidence from within, defining your own version of success, and embracing failure as a stepping stone to growth. Elyse highlights the power of female mentorship and the value of choosing...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Kat Burki, CEO and founder of Kat Burki Skincare, shares her unique journey from law and healthcare to entrepreneurship in the skincare industry. She discusses the importance of gut health in relation to skin health, the biochemistry behind effective skincare, and the evolution of marketing in the beauty industry. Throughout the conversatio...

Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Beauty , host Anne interviews Rachel Reid, Founder of Subtl Beauty, and Jessica Zeller, the brand's Chief Marketing Officer. Rachel shares her entrepreneurial journey, inspired by the need for portable beauty solutions. She discusses the challenges of launching a startup, the importance of understanding customer needs, and embracing failure. Jessica highli...

Show Notes:  In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Smitha Rao, the Scientist, Founder, and CEO of Parëva™, shares her journey from biotechnology to the skincare industry. Smitha highlights her brand’s ethos of good science, radical transparency, and the joy of transformation, while championing a more simplified approach to skincare. She shares inspiring customer stories and offers advice o...

Show Notes: In this episode of the  Beyond Beauty  Podcast, Kimberley Ho, co-founder and CEO of Evereden, shares her journey from a career in finance to launching a global, non-toxic skin, hair, and self-care brand that's safe for moms and their kids. She discusses her entrepreneurial path, the challenges of scaling a brand, the importance of clean ingredients, and how to market to younger gen...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Casey O'Toole, the founder of LinkyBot, shares his entrepreneurial journey from real estate to AI-driven sales automation. Casey discusses leveraging AI to streamline business operations, particularly in lead generation and sales. He highlights the challenges of scaling a business, the necessity of understanding target audiences, and th...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Eileen Ahasic, a seasoned marketing executive with experience at Estee Lauder, Tom Ford Beauty, and Love Wellness. Eileen shares her journey from sports marketing to the beauty industry, emphasizing the importance of strategic brand development and forming emotional consumer connections. She discusses the evolving landsc...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host and interviewer engage with William Feroldi, a cosmetic trend analyst and marketing consultant. William shares his journey from hairdresser to trend forecasting expert, highlighting the evolution of natural haircare trends and the significant impact of social media on the beauty industry. He emphasizes the importance of customization,...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, co-host Natasha interviews Justyna Wilson, founder of Fancy Salt, who specializes in fractional CMO services and strategic brand-centric user-generated content (UGC) creation in the beauty and wellness sectors. Justyna shares her extensive career journey, emphasizing the importance of agility, authenticity, and strategic thinking in the ind...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Melissa Palmer, co-founder and CEO of OSEA, a brand known for its luxurious, clean, and sustainable skincare products. Melissa shares her career journey, starting from her early exposure to natural wellness through her mother. The discussion covers the evolution of the clean skincare market, emphasizing authenticity in m...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host converses with Sabrina Yavil, founder of Gryme, a clean personal care brand for preteens and teens. With nearly 20 years in the beauty industry, Sabrina shares her journey from working at Clinique to creating Gryme after discovering harmful ingredients in kids' products. She discusses challenges in formulating safe, effective produ...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Sheila Rondeau, an experienced executive in marketing and business operations within the beauty and consumer goods sectors. Sheila shares her career journey from military service to marketing at Anheuser-Busch, and eventually to entrepreneurship. She discusses the importance of experiential marketing, the role of data an...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host introduces Margaret de Heinrich de Omorovicza, co-founder of Omorovicza skincare. Margaret shares her transition from an American diplomat in Budapest to a beauty entrepreneur. Inspired by Budapest's mineral-rich thermal waters and spa culture, she and her husband founded Omorovicza. The discussion covers the scientific basis of th...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Ebru Pinar, a seasoned graphic designer and creative consultant. Ebru shares her journey from an artistic upbringing in Istanbul to her education at RISD and her career in New York. She discusses her transition to entrepreneurship, working with luxury brands like Hermès and Chanel, and the impact of AI on the beauty indu...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host engages with Brian Murphy, co-founder of Loeffler Randall, to explore his entrepreneurial journey in the footwear industry. Brian shares insights on starting the brand in 2005, the evolution of marketing from traditional channels to social media, and the challenges of scaling a business. He emphasizes the importance of product qual...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Sonia Summers, founder of Beauty Strategy Group and Beauty Barrage. Sonia shares her journey from corporate beauty and pharmaceuticals to entrepreneurship, discussing her innovative approach to helping beauty brands succeed in retail. The conversation covers the importance of building relationships with retail buyers, in...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host engages with guest Manica, a seasoned investor with a background in investment banking and private equity. Manica, co-founder of Campfire Capital and currently with Topknot Ventures, shares her journey into venture capital, focusing on the consumer and beauty sectors. She discusses the evolution of the consumer market, the importan...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Kate Connor Archibald, a seasoned international marketing executive with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. Kate shares her journey from a high school project that sparked her interest in marketing to her roles at major brands like Estée Lauder and Tom Ford Beauty. She discusses the evolution of beauty m...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, we interview Dr. Hilla Arbel, the CEO and co-founder of MeNow. Dr. Arbel shares her journey from biotechnology engineering to the beauty industry, emphasizing the importance of personalization in skincare. She explains how MeNow uses AI to enhance cosmetic care by analyzing skincare ingredients and predicting their effects on individuals. T...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, hosts interview Michelle Gough Baril, founder of Iris and Romeo. Michelle shares her extensive background in the beauty industry, her journey through burnout and healing, and the inspiration behind her brand, which emphasizes simplicity and multifunctional skincare and makeup products. The discussion covers the challenges of starting and sc...