The LAFS Podcast

This podcast has been brought you by Tribu by LAFS the platform that has revolutionized how the Latin American fashion, beauty, and design industries connect. Learn more about our amazing membership program at www.tribubylafs.com Also Remember we have the Miami summit coming up from November 11th / 13th you where you can enjoy 3 days full of powerful  conversations and networking opportunities can...

In 2022, South to North was an integral part of the team that brought Susana Vega to the Pitch to LAFS, where her distinctive vision and exceptional craftsmanship were recognized with the Designer of the Year award. This milestone is an example of our commitment to elevating Latin American talent on the global stage. South to North specializes in business development for Latin American brands in T...

Estefanía conversa con Valentina Collado, directora de moda de Vogue México. ★ Support this podcast ★

Los invitamos a la 2nda edición de Multitalks edición “wellness”. Tendrán una serie de conferencias, paneles y talleres el próximo 17 de abril en el live Aqua CDMX. De mano de los expertos, quienes les ayudarán y les darán los mejores consejos para encontrar el balance en sus vidas Te invitamos a formar parte de este gran evento y lo mejor de todo es que el costo del boleto se va directamente en a...

Estefanía conversa con Eglantina Zingg , Fundadora y CEO de Goleadoras. ★ Support this podcast ★

In our latest episode, Estefania Lacayo, co-founder of  LAFS, sits down with Valerie Macaulay the visionary co-founder behind the renowned brand, La Ligne. Join us as they embark on a deep dive into the realms of entrepreneurship, tracing Valerie's inspirational journey from the initial spark of an idea to the expansive growth of her business. This candid conversation sheds light on the challenges...

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where Felipe Fiallo shares his experience, all that he learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where Carola, Silvana and Luli from Las Sureñas share their experience, all that they learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dive into the latest LAFS podcast where we sit down with Cristina Mantilla, the co-founder of the Miami-based brand, Eliou. Cristina shares insights on entrepreneurship, friendship, and the keys to their success. ★ Support this podcast ★

Ana Flores, fundadora de WeAllGrow Latina y Estefanía Lacayo conversan sobre crear comunidad y oportunidades para mujeres Latino Americanas. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where Marielly Alba and Mercedes Lairet from Modern Monarchie shares their experience, all that they learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where the winner of the Social Impact Proyect of the Year Category Chiara Macchiavello shares her experience, all that she learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where the winner of the Accesories Designer of the Year Category Paola Sighinolfi shares her experience, all that she learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where the winner of the Designer of the Year Category Maria Elena Villamil shares her experience, all that she learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. Link. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 8 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where Faride Ramos Creative Director of her Faride Ramos shares her experience, all that she learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the next 9 episodes we will interview the Pitch to LAFS finalists and how they lived contest. Listen to the newest episode where Tatiana Quintana Creative Director of Alta Shoes shares her experience, all that she learned in the process and what’s next for the brand. Link. ★ Support this podcast ★

¿Que requiere sobresalir en la industria editorial y del estilismo en Estados Unidos? En esta conversación con Dania Lucero, Directora de  Moda y Accesorios de Town and Country, la reconocida stylist le cuenta a nuestra cofundadora todo sobre cómo comenzó su carrera, las claves del éxito, la relevancia de fashion week y hasta sus cuentas de Instagram favoritas. Un episodio totalmente inspirador qu...

Dafna Mizrahi has co-created a tequila brand her own way and in doing that, she has put women at the front and center of an otherwise male-dominated category. Candid, charismatic and refreshingly honest, in this conversation with our co-founder Estefania Lacayo, Dafna discusses how her experience in the kitchen influenced her, the challenges Latino founders face to get funding, how the first time...

La mexicana Karime Lopez es la primera mujer mexicana que ha obtenido una estrella Michelin por su trabajo en Osteria Gucci en Florencia. Es en este restaurante junto a su pareja, Takahiko Kondo, que crea platillos espectaculares que reflejan sus aprendizajes bajo los chefs más reconocidos del mundo como Enrique Olvera y Virgilio Martínez, pero todos con el sello de Karime. En esta conversación co...

Desde pequeño, Felipe Fiallo, de origen ecuatoriano, mostró una inclinación hacia los proyectos con impacto social, la rica tradición artesanal de su país, el emprendimiento y la moda. A su corta edad, lleva una trayectoria impresionante, colaborando con marcas como Stella McCartney, Ferragamo y Adidas. Felipe es además el fundador de su marca epónima de calzado sostenible. Conoce su admirable tra...

La ICESI fue el escenario de esta charla entre las fundadoras de LAFS, Estefanía Lacayo y Samantha Tams, moderada por la reconocida periodista Rocio Arias Hofman. La plática se llevó a cabo en la ciudad de Cali durante el LAFS Tour, donde además de recorrer las tiendas y talleres  de varias marcas y diseñadores locales, las co-fundadoras tuvieron un importante acercamiento con jóvenes, estudiantes...

Iman Hasan has carved out a unique personal & career path based on true authenticity and remaining true to herself. As the Founder and CEO of the IHC creative agency, she is well-respected in the fashion and wellness spheres for her work with brands like Goop and Hublot, but really, it’s her honest and transparent approach to anything from plastic surgery to personal insecurities what makes he...

Felecia Hatcher is CEO of Pharrell William’s Black Ambition Opportunity Fund, an acclaimed author and motivational speaker. Listen to this conversation to see why she was one of our highest-rated speakers at our LAFS 2022 summit.   A few things we cover:   -          From Nintendo to keynote speaker: How previous experiences can make all the difference in your new role -          Cancelling out th...

It's never too late to start anew, and Latina entrepreneur Sandra Velasquez's career journey is proof of that! Drawing inspiration from the Nopal cactus and with a mission to make Latina beauty aspirational, Sandra, the founder of the revolutionary clean bath and body care brand Nopalera, boldly shifted her career path at 44, with a child, and within just three years, secured an oversubscribed see...