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alexandra, co-founder of foile, discusses her journey from the fashion industry to creating a sustainable skincare brand. she shares insights on product development, the challenges of custom packaging, and how running sauna studios laid the foundation for foile. the conversation covers foile's commitment to sustainability, their unique approach to retail, and their vision for the future of skincar...

michael lupo, founder of flewd, discusses his journey from working in corporate beauty to creating a revolutionary stress-relief brand. he shares insights on product development, the science behind stress, and the challenges of building a direct-to-consumer business in a new category.

jennifer and alice, co-founders of kindred black, discuss their transition from corporate fashion to launching a sustainable beauty brand. they share insights on eco-friendly production, working with artisan glassblowers, and the challenges of scaling a sustainable business.  

in this episode of read receipt, we sit down with sophia moradi, the multi-faceted entrepreneur behind avalon surgery center and sōm skin. sophia opens up about balancing multiple businesses, from ambulatory care to innovative skincare. she shares how her family's immigrant background fuels her drive, and why sticking to your vision is crucial when launching a brand. discover how sophia and her mo...

amy, founder of dear brightly, discusses her journey from software engineer to skincare entrepreneur. she shares insights on building a telehealth platform for prescription retinoids, going through y combinator, and scaling a business while balancing growth and profitability.

zeke bronfman, co-founder of the absorption company, discusses the launch and rapid growth of his innovative supplement brand. he shares insights on building a viral community, leveraging celebrity partnerships, and developing cutting-edge supplement technology. zeke also reflects on lessons learned from his previous beverage startup and how they informed his current venture.  

 jenelle manzi  shares her journey from professional ballerina to founder of get golden, an energy bar company. she discusses balancing her dance career with entrepreneurship, overcoming a major injury, and how her experiences as a dancer shaped her approach to business and product development.  

eddie cohen and calvin lien, founders of walden, share their entrepreneurial journey from creating a meditation-focused lifestyle brand to launching an innovative electric vehicle company. they discuss their approach to product design, brand building, and the challenges of scaling multiple businesses while maintaining quality and authenticity.  

ally dayon, founder of cliik, discusses his transition from real estate to launching an innovative food storage brand. he details the process of developing the product, building a team, and bringing a fresh perspective to a traditional category. the conversation covers brand identity, manufacturing challenges, and cliik's rapid growth in both direct-to-consumer and retail channels.  

lisa goodman, founder of good skin clinics, discusses her journey from medical dermatology to creating a unique approach to aesthetic treatments. she  hares insights on the challenges of scaling a quality-focused business, the importance of long-term results, and her mission to educate both clients and practitioners about holistic, science-based approaches to aging gracefully.  

justin hai, founder of a revolutionary cortisol-management supplement, discusses the importance of cortisol balance for sleep, hormonal health, and overall wellbeing. he shares his journey from diverse business experience to creating a product that's changing lives, particularly for those dealing with menopause and stress-related issues.  

julie westervelt, founder of sleep crown, discusses her journey from yoga teacher to sleep product innovator. she shares the inspiration behind her over-the-head pillow, the company's organic growth, and her commitment to quality and customer connection. julie offers insights into sleep crown's manufacturing process, marketing strategies, and the importance of authenticity in business.  

hilary dubin and caroline vasquez huber, childhood friends and co-founders of jones, discuss their journey creating a modern nicotine cessation company. they share insights on their product development process, the challenges of entering the pharmaceutical space, and how their app-based community support is changing the game for those trying to quit vaping.  

lune, the founder of monday muse, discusses her journey from the netherlands to london, her personal struggle with cystic acne, and how it led to the creation of monday muse. with a background in hospitality management and brand management, lune delved into skincare formulation to create effective, clean skincare products. she shares the challenges of starting and scaling a beauty brand, the impor...

Justin, founder of Active Skin Repair, shares his journey from working in healthcare documentaries to creating a revolutionary first aid product. After moving to San Diego for surfing, Justin discovered hypochlorous acid, a molecule used in hospitals. Recognizing its potential for everyday use, he developed a natural, non-toxic first aid spray. Initially, Justin launched the product in surf shops...

in this episode, sean donovan interviews sally kim, founder of crushed tonic, a collagen supplement brand born out of a personal need to heal from severe burns. sally shares her journey from working in finance to becoming an entrepreneur, discussing how she discovered the benefits of collagen and turned her findings into a successful business. she talks about the organic growth of crushed tonic, t...

in this episode, sean donovan interviews the founder of modern picnic, a brand that offers stylish and sustainable lunch solutions for women. she shares her journey from working at macy's to creating modern picnic, driven by a personal need for a chic lunchbox. despite challenges in manufacturing and design, her determination and strategic press coverage helped her grow the brand. she discusses th...

in this episode, sean donovan interviews roderick de rode, founder of spinn, a groundbreaking coffee technology company. roderick shares his journey from the netherlands to los angeles, inspired by a unique patent for a centrifuge-based coffee maker. spinn’s mission is to brew perfect coffee while minimizing waste, utilizing cutting-edge technology and a marketplace for artisanal roasters. roderic...

JJ Martin, founder of La DoubleJ, shares her inspiring journey from working in marketing at Calvin Klein and journalism at Harper's Bazaar to creating a vibrant fashion brand in Milan. La DoubleJ is known for its bold prints and joyful approach to fashion and home decor. JJ discusses the evolution of La DoubleJ, the importance of creativity and spirituality in her work, and the challenges of build...

In this episode, sean donovan interviews ev bousis, founder of enhanse, a brand dedicated to revolutionizing men's personal care. ev shares his background, including his greek roots, upbringing in chicago, and global experiences in fashion with his husband, peter dundas. he discusses the inception of enhanse, emphasizing the need for practical and accessible skincare products for men. ev highlight...

loren castle , ceo of sweet loren's, shares her inspiring journey of starting a company that provides delicious, better-for-you cookie dough. after overcoming hodgkin's lymphoma at the age of 22, loren turned her health challenges into a passion for health and wellness, leading her to create sweet loren's. she discusses moving from new york to los angeles, the importance of consumer feedback, and...

in this episode of read receipt, rocky xu, founder of rocky's matcha, shares his journey from working at nike in shanghai to launching his own matcha brand in los angeles. rocky discusses his global experiences, the challenges of starting a business during the pandemic, and the inspiration behind rocky's matcha. he highlights the importance of community engagement through pop-ups, the impact of cu...

marc farrell, founder of ten to one rum, shares his inspiring journey from trinidad and tobago to creating a brand that redefines rum. with a background in chemical engineering from mit and business degrees from cambridge and harvard, marc's experiences include consulting at bain & company, a stint in private equity, and working with howard schultz at starbucks. marc discusses his entrepreneurial...

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on today's episode of read receipt, join us as we explore the innovative world of gethai with its ceo, leah stigile. learn how gethai is transforming everyday showers into luxurious, eco-friendly spa experiences, and the journey of securing a groundbreaking $6 million investment for this unique venture.