Fashion Business Mindset

In this episode, I chat with Christina Exie, the founder and creative director of Australian athleisure brand EXIE. When Christina won reality TV show in 2012, judges Megan Gale and Peter Morrissey deemed her pieces worthy of any Milan or Paris runway - they said she was ready for global design success!.Ten years later, Christina says it turns out she is! Project Runway Christina's mission is to g...

In this episode, I chat with Karen Williams - Executive and Leadership Coach, Trainer, Writer and Speaker. Karen and her team work with leaders across the industry to build environments of high engagement and transformational results. They do this through Karen’s proven Leadership Excellence framework which includes work on mindset and managing triggers, communication, collaboration, accountabilit...

In this episode, I chat with Jeremy Meltzer, the Founder of i=Change. Jeremy is a social entrepreneur and inspiring voice for women’s rights globally. He created i=Change to help accelerate the impact of extraordinary development projects, focused on empowering women and girls. As a young man, Jeremy was moved to action while living in Cuba. He was shocked at how violence against women seemed acce...

Enjoy tuning into this enriching episode focused on Wellness and Mindfulness. Workplace Wellness statistics: Burnout, stress, physical health and anxiety are significant issues in the workplace...throw the pandemic's mental health impact into the mix – and business leaders now need to meet dramatically heightened needs for health and wellness support. The CSIRO conducted a study with 4,000 partici...

In this episode, I chat with Emily Riggs, the Founder & Creative Director of Iris and Wool. After cancer struck, twice, Emily designed a life with purpose When she was just 10 years old, Emily was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Shortly after her diagnosis, her mother lost her own cancer battle, passing away from breast cancer, aged 43. In her most difficult days, Emily found herself tu...

Welcome to Season 3 of our podcast. I could not have hoped for a more inspiring, purpose-led GUEST + ORGANISATION to be speaking with. Anthony Chesler, is the CEO of Thread Together Anthony is a respected leader and trusted advisor and joined in the role of CEO in 2019 after a 20 year career in global management consulting where he held several leadership roles. Thread Together Anthony leads the t...

I’m so excited to launch season 3 of the podcast and dive into our first episode for 2022! So many of us have stepped into this year looking at our life through a completely different lens. So many of my clients, colleagues, friends, and family have experienced some profound SHIFTS. Whether that is around: - Values and the way we live our lives - Career Path - Business Direction - Passion and Purp...

An end of year wrap up of 'The Year that was' with your host Elizabeth Formosa. It’s been a year filled with REFLECTION, RESETS AND RESILIENCE. And we know now more than ever how important COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION IS and we are privileged to be able to continue this journey with all of you and support you to make your a Reality. Fashion Business Vision So CHEERS to YOU! We’ve loved every minute of...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Beverley Johnson, the Founder of Consequence of Change. Beverley has been involved in the retail fashion industry for many years working for lifestyle brands in senior Marketing Director positions. Her passion is building strong brands that engage consumers, providing an experience beyond just a product. This passion has led her to develop and launch her own...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Molly Rogers and Emma Clegg, the Co-Founders of JAM the label. Molly and Emma met while studying occupational therapy at university and bonded over a shared passion for their work. They were both casual disability support workers for teenagers, Jack and Maddie, at the time, and would often discuss how difficult the teens found dressing, as they both used whee...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Ross Phelan, the Managing Director of cherrichella. Ross launched cherrichella, a Melbourne designed, limited edition footwear brand in 2020 which is sold via cherrichella.com.au and other leading online marketplaces including The Iconic & Surfstich. Ross has worked in the fashion industry for 20 years and started within the industry as a footwear Product...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Bridget Bell, the Founder of Style Ambition. Bridget is an industry expert who has styled over 150 celebrity shoots, television shows, red carpets and events, creating thousands of looks for men and women. She has worked with Ten, Seven, Nine and Foxtel during her career as a stylist of 15 years. Having worked in the fashion industry as an assistant designer...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Erica Bartle, the Director of Research & Strategy for Outland Denim. Outland Denim is the Australian jeans company changing the lives of young women in Cambodia through its profit-for-purpose business model. As a founding partner in the company along with her husband, James, @bartle.james , Erica’s primary role involves researching and advising on communi...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Danielle Sady, the Founder & Managing Director of Everyday Lingerie Co. Danielle has a career of more than 20 years working for several of Australia’s largest wholesale, retail, and franchisee businesses across a large variety of industries behind her. She’s gained valuable experience in sales, operations, product management, strategic planning and team b...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with sisters Marika and Ilana who started their namesake label Lanamara when they couldn't find handbags that sparked a sense of modernity and uniqueness but also practicality. After previously making clothes for themselves which reflected their open-spirited style and sensibility the pair thought it was an opportunity to bring this same influence to the Australia...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Natalie Angel. Natalie created to give average-sized women the chance to see real reviews on flattering, functional and beautifully fashionable clothes for real bodies that are sized 14, 16 or above. Let Me Try Before You Buy Launching in the middle of a global pandemic, Natalie closes the gap for women who want to shop online but are too scared the clothes w...

Welcome back to our episode where you get the chance to get up close with your host Elizabeth Formosa. Masterclass In this Masterclass, Elizabeth talks about the typical startup traps to AVOID to ensure you increase your chance of success. Tune into this episode to gain access to a sound framework that will ensure you avoid those typical expensive startup mistakes and maximise your opportunities....

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Margie Woods, the Founder and Creative Director of Viktoria & Woods. Viktoria & Woods was established in 2004, with a simple approach to create effortless wardrobe staples with a pared back modern feel. At the heart of the label is the signature merino wool that launched the brand and since has expanded into complete ready-to-wear collections that inc...

This week we are flashing back to one of my most favorite episodes with Lisa Messenger. I personally had some profound shifts in mindset and was inspired to stop, recalibrate, review and reassess after interviewing Lisa Messenger back in October last year. HOW TO BE AT THE TOP OF YOUR GAME & MAKE YOUR BUSINESS WORK Lisa’s top tips: Be intimate with your data and numbers. Understand how to read...

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Jarman, the designer and founder of COMMAS COMMAS is a swim and resortwear label based in Sydney, launched in 2017. Richard has always drawn inspiration from his unique Australian seaside lifestyle. The name COMMAS implies a purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate, and take pleasure in the moment. The brand serves as a catalys...

Welcome to our first episode where you get the chance to get up close with your host Elizabeth Formosa. Masterclass In this Masterclass, Elizabeth talks about how to start a Fashion Business that is set up to successfully scale. Sound foundations are key so that the whole business does not unravel at any stage. Tune into this episode to gain access to a sound framework that will not only help you...

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES Today is a flashback episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who joined me for Industry Roundtable that we hosted as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021. If you missed joining us LIVE, the download is available here .our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In this Flashback e...

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES Today is a flashback episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who joined me for Industry Roundtable that we hosted as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021. If you missed joining us LIVE, the download is available here .our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In this Flashback e...

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES Today is a flashback episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who joined me for Industry Roundtable that we hosted as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021. If you missed joining us LIVE, the download is available here .our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In this Flashback e...

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES Today is the fourth episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who will be joining me for Industry Roundtable that we are hosting on the 12th of March as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE In today’s episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard...