Takin' Care of Lady Business‪®‬ Market Domination

In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice delves into the groundbreaking work of Chelsea Leyland, the innovative force behind Looni, a menstrual health supplement. Leyland's journey from DJ to advocate and entrepreneur in the health and wellness sphere illustrates the challenges and triumphs faced by women pioneering in sectors often overlooked by mainstream research. Despite the slow pace of medical research in women’s health, Chelsea has introduced Looni to the market, a company dedicated to transforming menstrual health through holistic, scientifically-backed products. Chelsea is at the forefront of change with her documentary "Sisters Interrupted," which focuses on her relationship with her sister, their joint struggle with epilepsy, and how cannabis allowed her to wean off her epilepsy medicine.

Key Takeaways  

Learn about how endometriosis affects 1 in 10 menstruators, a prevalence rate comparable to diabetes, yet diagnosis takes 10 years on average, driven by inadequate medical education and societal dismissal of symptoms, together with the stark funding disparity—receiving only $1 for every $200 allocated to diabetes research.

Explore Looni’s holistic approach to menstrual health, a supplement which uniquely combines adaptogens, vitamins, nootropics, and minerals to enhance hormonal balance, addressing symptoms like low mood and PM discomfort.

Chelsea discusses her transformative experience with medical cannabis, which enabled her to stop using traditional anticonvulsant medications. She also describes her efforts to secure this treatment for her sister in the UK, where, despite legal changes in 2018, only four patients have NHS access.

Discover how Chelsea leverages community support through Looni’s platforms and her own epilepsy journey, fostering a network where shared experiences and advice enhance understanding and support.

Resources

Connect with Chelsea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-leyland-b1712b30/
Follow Chelsea: https://www.instagram.com/chelsealeyland/
Learn about Chelsea’s Company, Looni: https://looni.co/
Follow Looni: linkin.bio/mylooni
Join the Loon Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnHBOrkl9CV1A04CMAV6V4
Discount code: LADYLOONI


About Our Guest 
Chelsea is the co-founder of Looni, a company dedicated to hormonal health and wellness. Her journey has taken her across the globe, speaking about her personal experience with epilepsy and medical cannabis and her commitment to patient access. She has spoken at institutions such as the European Parliament and Cambridge University. More recently Chelsea has spoken openly about navigating endometriosis, pregnancy losses and reproductive health. Previously, she spent over 10 years DJing and curating music for fashion and art clients, including Chanel, Fendi, the Guggenheim Museum, the MoMA as well as opening for Duran Duran and Diplo.
About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

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About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653
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In the latest episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice speaks with Umindi Francis, Founder & CEO of UFCG. From fashion and beauty to tech and AI, Umindi has redefined what it means to be a successful consultant on a global scale. Despite the challenges and skepticism often faced by women in leadership, Umindi has built a consulting empire that operates across six continents. Umindi shares insights on setting boundaries, hiring talent, and navigating challenges in business. She emphasizes the importance of valuing services correctly, hiring based on skills and cultural fit, and learning from past mistakes.

Key Takeaways

Learn about UFCG’s impressive projects, including working with Bumble on their go-to-market strategy and crisis management, and partnering with the team that took Tommy Hilfiger from $43 million to $400 million through a tech initiative.

Understand the importance of networking in business development, with Umindi sharing how her connections and presence at events have been crucial to her success.

Gain insights into strategic pricing and client management, with Umindi emphasizing the importance of knowing and maintaining one’s value.

Discover how UFCG fills critical gaps for companies not ready to hire full-time C-suite executives, offering fractional roles such as CMO or operations executives.

Hear Umindi’s advice on hiring and team building, advocating for a slow and careful hiring process to ensure the right fit and not being afraid to let go of underperformers.

Resources

Connect with Umindi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umindi-francis/
Follow Umindi: https://www.instagram.com/umindi360/
Learn about Umindi’s Company, UFCG: www.ufcgworldwide.com
Follow UFCG: https://www.instagram.com/ufcgworldwide/

About Our Guest 
Umindi Francis is an award-winning executive with 20 years of experience in strategic marketing, communications, and business management. She has managed brands of various sizes in the areas of fashion, luxury, art & design, beauty, hospitality, technology and the lifestyle genres. During her tenure she has held positions at Louis Vuitton of LVMH, and Bottega Veneta of Kering, in Strategic Marketing and Communications covering a range of categories from corporate communications to the promotion of all brand product categories. She has also held the positions of Director and Global Vice President at top international Public Relations firms leading the strategic direction of numerous international brands. Over the years Francis has consulted for brands such as The United States Institute of Peace, The New York Times, Fendi, Celine, Emilio Pucci, Studio189, Gianvito Rossi, MoMA, Centre Pompidou, Robb Report Magazine, Marriott, Interscope Records, Bumble, InfiniteWorld, Silicon Valley Bank, Nike, and Moet Chandon to name a few. She began her career in finance at Wachovia Securities and leverages her global contacts to identify equity partners to accelerate brand growth with the asset management community.

About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe.

About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653
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In the latest episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice sits down with Joey Wolffer, the co-owner and Chief Brand Officer of Wolffer Estate Vineyards. Joey's story is one of defying the odds and pioneering innovation in the wine industry, all while navigating the complexities of a family business. From transforming a small Hamptons vineyard into an internationally recognized brand to creating the iconic "Summer in a Bottle," Joey’s leadership exemplifies creativity, resilience, and authenticity. Her efforts have propelled Wolffer Estate to new heights, making it a beloved name among wine enthusiasts worldwide.

Key Takeaways

Discover how "Summer in a Bottle," became a game-changer for Wolffer Estate, celebrating its 10th anniversary with a production increase from 1,500 to 100,000 cases.

Learn about Joey’s innovative approach, including the introduction of "Spring in a Bottle," a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, showcasing the winery's commitment to diversification and sustainability.

Understand the challenges faced as a woman in the male-dominated wine industry and how she leveraged her background in fashion and corporate dynamics to lead Wolffer Estate with confidence and creativity.

Explore the significant growth of Wolffer Estate, now producing 300,000 cases and expanding into 31 states and eight countries, with notable support from stores like Whole Foods and Total Wine.

Gain insights into Joey’s personal journey, from navigating family business dynamics after her father's tragic death to becoming a key figure in the winery's national and international success.


Resources
Connect with Joey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-wolffer-336b584/
Follow Joey: https://www.instagram.com/joeywolffer/
Learn more about Joey’s company, Wolffer Estate: https://www.wolffer.com/wine/
Follow Wolffer Wine: https://www.instagram.com/wolfferwine/, https://www.instagram.com/thesummerinabottle/

About Our Guest 
Joey Wolffer is a New York Native, entrepreneur and the Chief Brand Officer and Co-Owner of Wolffer Estate vineyard based in the Hamptons. With a mission to carry on the innovative legacy of her father, Joey and her brother Marc took over the winery in early 2013. That same year, they introduced the brand's iconic Summer in a Bottle Rose, which traditionally sells out each summer and is the number one fastest-growing rose in New York City. 
In addition to the vineyard, Joey and Marc also took over The Tasting Room, Wine Stand, and Wolffer Estate Stables, which are all located on the 170-acre estate in the heart of the Hamptons. As a champion equestrian, Joey oversees the world-class stable facility, which combines heritage, beauty, and a passion for excellence.
Prior to joining the family business, Joey founded the Styleliner Truck, a luxury accessories boutique on wheels, and in 2015 she opened her eponymous boutique in Sag Harbor, NY. Specializing in limited luxe jewelry, clothing, and accessories for women, the concept boutique is a carefully curated treasure trove of extraordinary pieces by hard-to-find designers mixed with worldly vintage finds. Additionally,

About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe.

About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferju

In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice dives into the innovative world of personal life strategy with Bonnie Wan, author of "The Life Brief" and a Head of Brand Strategy & Partner at Goodby Silverstein and Partners. Wan has pioneered the application of strategic brand planning to personal development, a domain traditionally reserved for corporations. Despite the business world's hesitation to embrace personal strategic planning, Wan has successfully transformed this concept into a structured method that individuals can use to design a life of purpose and clarity.

Key Takeaways

Discover Bonnie Wan's Life Brief method, a transformative tool for personal development that adapts corporate brand strategy principles. 

Learn about the three-step process of the Life Brief method: Get Messy, Get Clear, and Get Active

Explore real-life applications of the Life Brief method, including how it helped Bonnie rekindle passion in her marriage and navigate parenting challenges.

Understand the unique challenges women face in corporate environments and how Wan’s method encourages them to break free from societal constraints to pursue what they truly want.

Hear Bonnie’s insights on overcoming personal setbacks and the importance of building a supportive network that reflects back your true potential, especially when self-doubt creeps in.

Resources

Connect with Bonnie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonniewan/
Follow Bonnie: https://www.instagram.com/bonniewanofficial/
Learn more about Bonnie’s book, The Life Brief: https://thelifebrief.com/

About Our Guest 
Bonnie Wan is an author and speaker, as well as partner and head of brand strategy at the world-renowned advertising agency, Goodby Silverstein & Partners. As creator of The Life Brief, Bonnie helps people live with greater clarity, creativity, and courage by teaching them how to write creative briefs for their lives. The Life Brief has evolved from an agency talk into a workbook, workshops, and speaking appearances at Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop, Jane Goodall’s Activating Hope Summit, the 3% Conference, SXSW, Accenture, Apple, Google, Change.org, and more.

About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe.

About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653

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Mentorship is a key factor in personal and professional growth. Finding the right mentor at a young age can make all the difference in navigating the challenges and opportunities that come your way. In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice gets into the world of innovative educational entrepreneurship with Audrey Wisch, the founder and CEO of Curious Cardinals. As Audrey disrupted the traditional educational landscape, her journey from a Stanford history major to leading a multi-million dollar venture offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to impact the future of education.

Key Takeaways

Discover how Audrey Wisch pivoted from being a history major at Stanford to founding Curious Cardinals, a platform that connects K-12 students with over 550 college mentors worldwide, aimed at unlocking student potential through personalized mentorship.

Learn about Curious Cardinals’ unique mentorship model, which focuses on long-term relationships that encourage holistic development and personal growth in students.

Explore the explosive growth of Curious Cardinals, which impressively raised over $7 million in seed funding led by Anthos Capital and Audacious Ventures, and generated about $750k in revenue in its first year.

Hear how Audrey navigated the challenges of venture capital fundraising as a young female founder in a field that’s often dominated by men, and how she uses her platform to promote a more inclusive and personalized approach to education.

Gain insight into Audrey’s vision for expanding Curious Cardinals and how this could potentially influence traditional educational systems to embrace more personalized learning experiences.


Resources
Connect with Audrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-wisch/
Follow Audrey: https://www.instagram.com/audreywisch/
Learn more about Audrey’s company, Curious Cardinals: https://www.curiouscardinals.com/
Follow Audrey’s company, Curious Cardinals: https://www.instagram.com/curiouscardinals/

About Our Guest 
Audrey left Stanford to found Curious Cardinals, mobilizing peers to inspire K-12 students to discover their passions. With her vision to unlock students' potential through personalized mentorship, she raised $6.8m in venture funding. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, Audrey empowers youth and provides college students with meaningful work.

Founder & CEO Audrey left Stanford to found Curious Cardinals, mobilizing peers to inspire K-12 students to discover their passions. With her vision to unlock students' potential through personalized mentorship, she raised $6.8m in venture funding. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and having spoken on CNN, the Today Show, and to students worldwide, Audrey aims to unlock student potential through the power of mentorship.

About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe.

About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653
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As more women take control of their financial futures, understanding the nuances of investing becomes crucial. In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice speaks with Kimmy Scotti, Founder and Managing Partner at Neon, about the dynamic and often challenging landscape of venture capital, especially for women in sectors like healthcare and consumer goods. Despite the complexities of a market where women founders are often underfunded, Kimmy has carved a niche in venture capital that emphasizes patient-centered investments and bridging the gender gap in financial literacy. Through Neon and initiatives like Neon Pink, Kimmy is actively working towards empowering women to take control of their financial futures.

Key Takeaways

Kimmy Scotti launched a successful jewelry business at age 15, establishing her status as an #Unemployable.

Hear how Neon, a venture fund, focuses on the critical overlap between healthcare and consumer sectors. 

Discover Neon Pink, an initiative that aims to create a supportive community exclusively for female investors where women can learn, invest, and grow together without the conventional barriers they often face in the financial world.

Learn how to decide where to invest your money by choosing companies whose mission or products align with your values and resonate with you.

Gain insight into the obstacles faced in a male-dominated industry and how Kimmy uses her platform to support and fund female entrepreneurs.


Resources
Connect with Kimmy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmyscotti/
Follow Kimmy: https://www.instagram.com/kimmyscotti/

About Our Guest 
Kimmy Scotti is co-founder and CEO of skincare company Fig.1, and the Founder and Managing Partner of Neon, an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2023. As an investor and serial entrepreneur Kimmy’s endeavors are multifaceted. 
Prior to Neon, Kimmy was building and investing as a founding partner at 8VC, a prominent technology and life sciences investment firm where she invested in category defining companies including Blink Health, Maven, Oula, Hill House Home, and Seed. Kimmy remains an advisor to 8VC. 
As a lifelong skincare enthusiast with a deep obsession for the beauty market, Kimmy partnered with a board-certified Harvard dermatologist to co-found Fig.1 in 2021. Fig.1 is a science-backed, sustainably-driven skincare line that has grown its footprint from direct-to-consumer to over 3,000 retail, spa and dermatologist locations, along with category expansion into performance body care in 2023.
In addition to her current work with Neon and Fig.1, Kimmy currently serves on the Board of Directors for JewBelong, the Board of Directors for Breakout Foundation, and on the Senior Advisory Committee to Cornell Tech at Cornell University. She is an active supporter of various charitable initiatives including women’s reproductive rights, maternal health, and antisemitism. 
Kimmy lives in New York City with her husband and twin boys.

About the Show 
Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win.

If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe.

About Our Company, The Justice Dept.
A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰.

Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/
Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653

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