Posts Tagged ‘Fashion’
Business Success through Culture, Talent, and Innovation with Jyothi Rao of INTERMIX
Living in London throughout her teenage years, Jyothi Rao developed her keen interest in fashion. She joined Gap after graduating college and was at the portfolio company for 16 years before serving as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Calvin Klein, then Executive Vice President and General Manager of Gilt.com, and eventually transitioning into…Read More
Danielle Elias Las of Bump’n Clothing on growing a business while giving back to the IVF community
Describe Bump’n Clothing in a few words? The ultimate in maternity and postpartum apparel. What made you take the leap to start your own business? The desire to create the perfect maternity pant while giving back to the IVF community. What was your background prior to starting your own business? Attorney; In House Counsel for…Read More
Aiming for Harmony with Atlee Clark of Shopify & Pika Layers
After climbing the ranks at Shopify, Atlee Clark was inspired to take the leap to launch her own business, Pika Layers. You’re about to hear how she manages her day to day as the Director of Operations at Shopify’s shopping assistant app Shop while scaling her business – and making time for her family! She…Read More
Sarah Kallile of Lunnie on building the first community-led brand for modern mothers
Describe Lunnie in a few words? Community-led brand for modern mothers. We’re reinventing the nursing bra. What made you take the leap to start your own business? I’m a mom of two young girls. While breastfeeding my second daughter, I was frustrated with my clunky nursing bra and how it made me feel frumpy. I…Read More
Ramy Sharp on launching Ramy Brook to fill a void in the marketplace, and what inspired her to take the leap
Describe Ramy Brook in a few words? Happy, Sexy and Strong! Ramy Brook is female owned and operated, stemming from one woman’s dream to uplift, empower and celebrate women. The apparel, accessories and swimwear collections transcend generational dressing, offering something for anyone looking for a vibrant and celebrational style. My vision is for women who…Read More
Rebecca Allen on scaling a sophisticated footwear brand and launching at Nordstrom
Describe your business in a few words? I’m the founder of Rebecca Allen, a footwear brand making sophisticated solutions for women. We launched a limited collection of timeless styles in multiple shades of nude and have a fabulous community across the US. We’re launching in Nordstrom later this spring. What made you take the leap…Read More
Brittany Diego of Fashion Mentor on making self-care a priority as an entrepreneur, and why she wants her team to feel like they are making a difference
Describe your business in a few words? Fashion Mentor teaches aspiring stylists the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to succeed in the fashion industry through trainings, workshops, and online classes. What made you take the leap to start your own business? I started Fashion Mentor to teach others what I wish I learned in…Read More
Megha Rao of holiCHIC™ on being an “idea person”, learning to adapt and think outside of the box, and how social media helped her get the word out
Describe your business in a few words? A contemporary fashion label inspired by my South Asian roots and heritage. What made you take the leap to start your own business? As the daughter of Indian immigrants, born and raised in NYC, I often found myself inspired between both of my unique dynamic worlds of East…Read More
Kate Boyer of Anatomie on designing clothing with versatility and flexibility in mind
Describe your business in a few words? Anatomie is a luxury, women’s clothing brand specifically designed to outfit the global traveler in the most comfortable and stylish performance apparel. Made from the finest European fabrics, Anatomie apparel is super-lightweight, wrinkle-free, moisture-wicking, quick-drying, highly-durable, and specifically designed with the versatility and flexibility to accommodate an active…Read More
Paige Iseminger of Festy Besty and Freshie on never getting comfortable in your business and the importance of following your dreams
Describe your business in a few words? Freshie is an Organic Tequila Seltzer that is sustainably farmed & distilled in Jalisco, Mexico. What made you take the leap to start your own business? It all started a few years after college. I was in the corporate world of Chicago, grinding away every single day for…Read More
