Beyond Beauty: the business of beauty

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Alison Lee Powell, a marketing strategist with a rich background in the beauty industry, discusses her career and personal life. She talks about her start at Estée Lauder, the evolution of marketing with digital media, and the challenges faced by different-sized beauty brands. Alison also opens up about her fertility journey, the balance be...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, host interviews Kimberly Shenk, co-founder and CEO of Novi. They discuss Kimberly's background, including her time in the Air Force and her studies at MIT, which led to her co-founding Novi, a company focused on clean beauty and product transparency. They delve into the complexities of the clean beauty industry, the role of data science...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host interviews Serena Advani, founder of Seadrop, a skincare brand that innovates with tablet-form cleansers. Serena discusses her journey from a consumer passionate about beauty to creating a sustainable, waterless skincare product inspired by traditional Indian skincare practices. With a background in cognitive neuroscience and experienc...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, host and guest Olivia Cefalu delve into Olivia's journey and expertise in the beauty industry. Olivia, a digital marketing professional and freelance beauty editor, shares her early passion for beauty and how she strategically built her career through internships and roles at various companies. She discusses the importance of niche expe...

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, the host interviews Charlie Razook, the founder of Jackfir, a clean men's skincare brand. Charlie discusses his personal journey, starting the company after a leukemia diagnosis in 2018, which highlighted the dangers of environmental toxins. He talks about breaking into the male skincare market, emphasizing the need for clean, accessible products. Charlie a...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, the host interviews Kaylee Lieffers, the founder and CEO of Blanka, a platform that aids entrepreneurs in launching and scaling beauty businesses. Kaylee shares her transition from management consulting to the startup world and the challenges she faced starting her own e-commerce beauty brand. These challenges inspired the creation of Blank...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Caroline Klaas, Marketing Director at Henkel Professional, shares her career progression from working in the board office of the CFO to her current role. She discusses her strategic approach to marketing, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing stylists and leveraging influencer relationships. Caroline explores the impact of technology o...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host interviews Wende Zomnir, a beauty industry pioneer and co-founder of Caliray. Wende shares her journey from launching Urban Decay to embracing sustainability with Caliray. She reflects on the evolution of the beauty industry, the rise of influencers, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity amidst changing beauty standards. Wende...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host interviews Steve Haymes, owner of Biotin Xtreme Haircare and award-winning salon Cats Inc. Steve shares his journey from salon ownership to creating a natural, plant-based hair care line after his own battle with hair loss. He discusses the causes of hair loss, the importance of addressing it with safe treatments, and the development o...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Eva Chan, co-founder of Launch Pop, delves into the world of e-commerce brand building. They discuss Launch Pop's accidental inception and its success in helping brands grow from inception to market dominance. The episode covers the importance of community engagement, data-driven decision-making, and adapting marketing strategies to the...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, the host interviews Hannah Minardi and Austin Wiberg, co-founders of Standard Self-Care, a cosmeceuticals skincare brand. They discuss their backgrounds, the inception of their clean beauty business, and their bootstrapping approach. The co-founders share insights into their product lineup, designed to be unisex and appealing to a broad aud...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Gina Bucherich, founder of Divine Med Spa, GBX Aesthetics, and a luxury fragrance company, recounts her transition from pediatric and neonatal nursing to the beauty industry. She discusses her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of marketing and management, and the importance of storytelling in branding. Gina emphasizes continuous learn...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host interviews renowned makeup artist Sarah Maxwell. Sarah shares her journey from fashion marketing to makeup artistry. She recounts her experiences from the UK to Toronto, Miami, Las Vegas, and finally Los Angeles, where she built her career working with celebrities and socialites. Sarah discusses the importance of seizing opportunities,...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Alec Batis, a seasoned chemist and skincare innovator, shares his journey from working with industry giants to creating his own company, Sweet Chemistry. After a personal experience with scarring, he collaborated with Silk's Bio to develop a skincare line utilizing regenerative peptides from upcycled bone. About Alec: Alec Batis is an a...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, host interviews Cristina Nuñez, co-founder of True Beauty Ventures, who shares her extensive experience in the beauty and wellness sector. Cristina discusses her transition from finance to beauty, her passion for the industry, and her investment approach for indie beauty brands. She emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling, produ...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast makeup artist and entrepreneur Beth Bender shares her story of founding Beth Bender Beauty and creating the first eyeliner and eye makeup stencils. They discuss the challenges of innovating in the beauty industry, the evolution of marketing strategies from social media to influencer marketing, and the importance of resilience. Beth highlight...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, host interviews Christina Mahar, CEO of CRAFT Beauty Lab, who brings 25 years of beauty industry experience. Christina shares her journey from taking over a small operation to scaling a successful business and emphasizes the importance of a solid marketing plan before manufacturing. She explains the complexities of skincare formulation, the...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, host interviews Nancy McKay, a seasoned beauty industry expert with a background at Estée Lauder Companies and as CEO of Nest Fragrances. Nancy shares her unexpected entry into the beauty sector, her rise through various roles and divisions, and her experiences with mentorship and private equity. She discusses the evolution of the beauty in...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty Podcast, Jacobo interviews Angela Caglia, a master esthetician and co-founder of Angela Caglia Skincare. Angela discusses the challenges in the beauty industry, emphasizing the need for transparency and understanding of skincare ingredients. She shares her journey from esthetician to entrepreneur and her commitment to non-toxic, plant-powered skinca...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Anne interviews Tylor Johnson, a renowned hair colorist and founder of Nous Haircare. Tylor recounts her transition from salon work to creating her own brand, emphasizing the importance of consumer education in the evolving hair care industry. She shares the origins of Nous Hair Care during the pandemic, the challenges of starting a busines...

A third-generation Beauty Industry entrepreneur with over three decades in the Beauty Industry, Hillary Clark's career has been multi-faceted and she thrives in the ever-changing beauty landscape. She has been at the forefront of innovation as a Beauty Editor, Education Director, Celebrity Makeup Artist, Product Development, and Brand Founder. Clark's work and advice are regularly featured...

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Anne interviews Madison Bowes, a digital marketing manager at Hyatt Hotels. Madison shares her career journey from the CPG industry to hospitality, discussing the evolution of digital marketing and the importance of adapting to new platforms and algorithms. She highlights the significance of data in marketing and the balance of personal dat...

Melissa Bonnel is a pediatric occupational therapist, singer songwriter and author living in Los Angeles. She works with children with special needs and earned her doctorate from the University of Southern California, where she developed a music and movement program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is currently working on a sci-fi novel, and she will be releasing new music this summ...

Amy Chiu is the CEO and founder of Dear Brightly. After having experienced the transformational benefits of a prescription-strength retinoid, but the pain and friction of getting one, Dear Brightly was born. Dear Brightly makes it really easy to get a prescription-strength retinoid online and from the comfort of your home. For overall wellbeing, we often turn to exercise. But how do we keep our sk...

"As the Senior Creator Operations Manager at QuickFrame by MNTN, I bring a wealth of experience gained from producing various forms of content for industry titans such as Complex, Def Jam, Columbia Records, Atlantic Records, and Roc Nation. My professional journey took off in the cutting room when I served as the Post Production Manager and eventually Production Manager for PVH, a billion-dol...