Hosted by Anne Laughlin and Jacobo Lumbreras

Beyond Beauty: the business of beauty

Business EN ↓ 153 episodes

We bring a spotlight to the business of beauty and highlight the key entrepreneurs, executives, investors and thought leaders behind a myriad of successful beauty and wellness companies. Our mission is to revolutionize the way industry leaders connect by transforming traditional coffee meetings with top entrepreneurs and beauty brand executives into a powerful digital platform—delivering unparalleled business insights, AI-driven innovations, and cutting-edge beauty and consumer brand marketing strategies. Follow along to learn the secrets of the resilient and evolving beauty business.

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Hosted by Anne Laughlin and Jacobo Lumbreras

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Business

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dillie.com

Latest episode

Jun 18, 2025

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Episodes

Creative Chronicles: Unveiling Innovation in Beauty, Health, and Tech with Zlata 06.07.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, the host interviews Zlata, a talented designer, retoucher, and entrepreneur. Zlata shares her creative journey, from her early artistic inclinations supported by her family to her collegiate art programs. She details her move to the US, her evolution in the graphic design field, and her experiences in various creative roles. Overcoming chal...

The Power of a Personal Brand with Nicole Pearl 03.07.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Nicole Pearl shares her journey from editorial beauty editor to freelance writer and TV expert, and now as a PR and media coach for small businesses and indie brands. The discussion covers the beauty industry's evolution, marketing trends, and the impact of AI. Nicole emphasizes adaptability, understanding consumer preferences, and the...

Unleashing Innovation and Authentic Connections with Zimmer 30.06.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Anne interviews Kristen about her unconventional career path in the creative industry, blending business acumen with artistic expression. Kristen shares her experiences from starting in photography to exploring various roles, including journalism and licensing. She emphasizes the importance of passion, resilience in the face of failure, and...

Natural Nurture: Mfon Empowering Moms with Vegan Skincare Solutions 26.06.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Mfon , founder of Ziggy's Pudding, shares her entrepreneurial journey, which began with creating natural skincare solutions for her children's skin issues. She discusses the challenges of formulating products, balancing her roles as a nurse and mother, and her commitment to sustainability and organic ingredients. Funlayo also talks about marketing strat...

Insights from Entertainment Business Expert Alexa Whittington 18.06.2023

Alexa Whittington is a Talent Manager, Producer and Business Development Executive. With over ten years experience across all aspects of entertainment and talent management, she leverages her knowledge in the crossover space to build three sixty businesses for multi-hyphenates.

Building an Authentic Brand Voice in the Beauty Industry with Anna Vale 13.06.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, the Anne interviews Anna Vale, a marketing expert in the global beauty industry. They discuss Anna's career, including her shift from traditional PR to embracing digital platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Anna shares her journey from an internship at Estée Lauder to becoming a fractional CMO and consultant, and how an unexpected job loss led to personal g...

Diana Huntley's Journey of Fearless Pursuit in Acting 10.06.2023

Diana Huntley isn't afraid of stepping outside her comfort zone. She moves across the world to pursue her acting career in LA and validates the importance of following up. Dive into Diana's creative journey and leave with the power of positivity when embracing risks and challenges.

Shutter & Style: Mastering Product Photography with Lea Russeck 06.06.2023

Lea Russeck is a product photographer in Los Angeles, CA. She specializes in product photography for beauty and lifestyle brands. She is inspired by fashion advertising and brings an elevated editorial aesthetic to her commercial work. She's been featured on Harpers Bazaar, Elle and Allure magazines. In her free time, Lea restores classic cars with her husband and builds watches and leather go...

Empowering the Next Generation of Work: A Conversation with Emily, Co-founder of Breef 02.06.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Emily Bibb, co-founder of Breef, discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the inception of Breef, a platform connecting brands with agencies. Stemming from her marketing challenges, Breef was born to streamline the search for specialized creative partners. Alongside her husband and co-founder, George, they aimed to solve industry-wide problems. Emily highlight...

Conversations with Ben Reynolds, Head of Partnerships at Particl 01.06.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Ben Reynolds, Head of Partnerships at Particle, discusses his transition from psychology to tech, highlighting Particle's role in providing data for e-commerce brands to enhance product and pricing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of data in product development and the benefits of AI in decision-making. Ben shares his journey fr...

From Dreams to Reality: Empowering Female Directors in Hollywood with Lauren Ciarvalli 30.05.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of the Beyond Beauty podcast, Lauren, a writer and director, discusses her creative journey from childhood inspirations to her education at NYU and her eventual move to Los Angeles. She reflects on her early love for Broadway, classic Hollywood cinema, and the influence of filmmakers like Martin Scorsese and Spike Lee. Lauren shares her experiences at NYU, where she emb...

Fashion Entrepreneur's Blueprint: From Start-up to Profitable Business with Frances Harder 29.05.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, we have a very important guest Frances Harder a software entrepreneur from Spain recounts his journey from selling his software company to establishing a production agency in Los Angeles, focusing on AR and VR experiences. With a background in mechanical engineering and product design, he discusses his international work and the impact of technology on industri...

Scaling direct to consumer creative for Malin+Goetz with Ashima Jain 19.05.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Anne interviews Ashima Jain, VP of Global Creative at Malin+Goetz. They discuss Ash's career trajectory, starting with a lucky break at Victoria's Secret Beauty and leading to various roles in beauty, fashion, and publishing. Ash emphasizes the importance of work culture, relationships, and networking in their professional growth. They also delve into t...

From Passion to Career: Discovering Your Organic Skillset with Morgan Burroughs 03.05.2023

Should your passion turn into your career? Music Manager and Interior Designer: Morgan Burroughs shares how to discover passions and her vital advice on identifying organic skillsets for a successful career, while protecting one's passion to keep outside a traditional business model. Morgan showcases the joy of working when you love what you do, and why finding the balance of laying a foundati...

Beauty Reimagined with Tara Cohen 01.05.2023

Show Notes: In this Beyond Beauty podcast, Anne interviews Tara Cohen, a seasoned entrepreneur and beauty executive. Tara shares her journey from being an artsy kid working in her father's businesses to becoming a product development expert in the beauty industry. Her career began with internships and connections made through her father, leading to a pivotal role with Jennifer Barbieri's c...

Sparking Creative Business Success with Laura Crymble 28.04.2023

It all started on a pirate ship for Laura Crymble's dynamic creative marketing career. After interacting with the many roles across film, tv and media, she found her spark in a balance of creativity meets business with en exciting carerr in innovative marketing at major studios, including Warner Brothers, Universal and Sony Pictures. And After moving from England to LA in 2020, Laura held afte...

Manifesting a Successful Entrepreneurial Life with Lisa Tran 27.04.2023

If you're looking for a story to change your trust in manifestation, press play to view Lisa Tran's transformational story from athlete to beauty business entrepreneur. Lisa's manifestation work will revitalize the way you approach a challenge and say yes to a risk. Tune into Lisa's story to learn and discover the motivation you've been searching for and to launch your entrepre...

Beautifying Hollywood and life with Marissa Tomaino 26.04.2023

Marissa is a talented Makeup Artist and Hairstylist based in LA with 9 years of experience in various fields such as Red Carpets, Product Marketing, Music Videos, Film/TV, and Special Events. Her expertise in understanding light and shadows helps her clients' visions come to life. Marissa has worked with several clients, including Corinne Foxx, Heidi Montag, Dominque Cosmetics, Guess Marciano,...

How to persevere during rough markets with Nima Mohajeri 25.04.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Anne and Nima discuss the economic challenges and strategies for tech companies during uncertain times. Nima, whose company is linked to Salesforce, talks about the impact of Salesforce's layoffs on his business and the broader tech industry. He shares how his company is adapting by focusing on business processes and valuing leads. The guest also reflects o...

Leading an extraordinary life with Maria Bond 21.04.2023

Maria Bond is a seasoned creative media professional who has specialized in branding, content marketing and PR for luxury brands. Originally from Norway, she has been working in Los Angeles for 7 years in several positions in the creative branding space. Her clients have included CPG brands, Media Organizations and cosmetics.

The 21st century renaissance man with Alper Nakri 19.04.2023

Alper is an Emmy Award nominated visual engineer and director of photography working independently in Los Angeles, CA. He's also won best Motion Design Award by Adobe. Alper creates extraordinary art in his Los Angeles studio, specializing in lighting fixtures. He's the ultimate rennaissance man, riding motorcycles, building stuff and creating incredible motion graphics. He is also one of...

Artists behind the scenes with Dave Shirley 18.04.2023

Dave Shirley is a Creative Producer and the Owner of Day at Nite, a production company that creates commercial-grade and branded content for artists, musicians, fashion brands and more. Dave launched his career with an internship for Sean Combs and later became his personal assistant, learning the ins and outs of an enterprise company, building brands, and the art of making strategic decisions. Da...

The past and future for beauty brands with Elizabeth Enderle 07.04.2023

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in the booming beauty industry? Dive into the latest Dillie Dally podcast featuring Elizabeth Enderle, the beauty business guru who’s merged her strengths of sales, creativity, a strong business acumen, and leadership into a successful career at Sephora, Kendo (LVMH), and beyond. Elizabeth has brought many of today’s most sought after products to marke...

Social influence doesn't sell anymore with Tommy Flaim 04.04.2023

Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Annes interviews Tommy Flaim, the founder of an activewear brand who shares their journey from a finance and social entrepreneurship background to launching a sustainable and affordable activewear line. They discuss the brand's growth, including direct-to-consumer sales, retail partnerships, and co-branding strategies. Despite being unprofitable, the brand...

Positive energy and knowing your value with Taylor Ruffin 31.03.2023

Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Beauty, Taylor, a seasoned makeup artist and hairstylist, discusses her path in the beauty industry, the influence of her childhood, and how she juggles being a mother with her career. The host delves into the contrasts between social media and professional makeup artists, highlighting the unique challenges and skills each possesses. Taylor reflects on her mot...

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