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Mary Clark is a design and development lead with expertise in multi-category design, product development, and merchandising for apparel, home goods, and consumer products. Mary has worked with legacy brands such as Ralph Lauren, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Cutter & Buck, as well as startups Inphorm, GSTQ, and NYXL. With a passion for storytelling and user experience, she guides brands in identifying, strategizing, and executing their unique visions.

On this episode, Mary talks with Rachel Weisel about her extensive career in product development and shares some things she would have done differently in her career.

Meet Pamela Nogues, the Chief Growth Officer at Softedge. Driven by passion, she is responsible for accelerating growth and fostering enduring relationships with clients and leads. With a knack for crafting and executing innovative strategies that resonate internationally, Pamela leverages her extensive experience to add value to business.



On this episode, Pamela talks with Jessica about how being creative and ambitious has been key to her success as a marketer.

Jessica is a trailblazing global marketing leader renowned for crafting impactful go-to-market strategies and pioneering integrated marketing campaigns across financial services, fintech, and the ever-evolving landscape of web3. Her career, encompassing roles at Citibank, Mastercard, Gemini, and as a fractional CMO, has been defined by leveraging data, technology, and emotional intelligence as guiding principles.



On this episode, Pamela Nogues speaks with Jessica Olivera about her unconventional marketing career, which began in insurance and led her into the fintech industry.

Introducing Alex Schneider, a seasoned wholesale and planning executive from the fashion industry. With a track record of success at iconic brands like Casper, Canada Goose, and Marc Jacobs Intl., Alex has mastered the art of strategic planning and sales operations. Her innovative approach and collaborative leadership style have propelled her to exceed revenue targets and consistently optimize processes. Tune in as Alex speaks with Erik Jorgensen to share insights and experiences from her dynamic career, offering invaluable lessons in driving growth and fostering relationships.

On this episode, Alex talks with Erik Jorgensen about the advice she would give those trying to break into the corporate fashion industry.

Erik Jørgensen is a sales and retail strategy consultant building successful retail and wholesale businesses in the fashion and outdoor space. Passionate about helping emerging brands get their foothold in one of the most complex markets, Erik is helping build the future of fashion.

On this episode, Erik talks with Alex Schneider about the benefits and pitfalls he's experienced moving from the corporate world to running his own consulting business.

Mitali Banerjee is a strategic marketing and business advisor who has created a niche by leading 'firsts' (product launches, brand extensions, audience test and learns, new practice setups etc.) for iconic brands. She drives business impact for her clients by guiding brands that need to lead and pivot quickly, thoughtfully, and efficiently. Her leadership has led to the successful execution of brand campaigns, seasonal activations, and product and store launches, resulting in increased brand resonance, consumer love, and profitability for Iconic, global brands such as Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Amex, Tommy Hilfiger, Nuna Babycare among others.

On this episode, Mitali talks with Elizabeth Powers about the struggles inherent in developing and launching something that's the first of its kind.