Rebecca Minkoff

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  1. Ann McFerran Left Thailand With Nothing. Then Built a $40M Beauty Empire.

    HÁ 6 DIAS

    Ann McFerran Left Thailand With Nothing. Then Built a $40M Beauty Empire.

    Ann McFerran was a broke artist in a Koreatown backhouse, driving a PT Cruiser, with a few thousand dollars and an idea for magnetic lashes nobody had made yet. No investors. No business degree. No safety net. By year two, Glamnetic hit $40 million in revenue. This week on Superwomen, Ann breaks down exactly how she got there through cold DMs with 30% conversion rates, hand-labeling products with friends at midnight, maxing out credit cards, and becoming her own influencer before TikTok even existed. We also get into why she's never taken outside funding, what she's building next with DIGI Beauty, and the mindset shift that separates founders who quit from founders who scale. If you're in the early, unglamorous stage of building something… this one's for you. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Glamnetic’s Ann McFerran (01:57) The journey from pre-med at UCLA to fine art (03:47) How Ann created magnetic lashes through trial and error (06:02) Using direct messages to generate initial sales (08:02) Glamnetic’s explosive growth in 2020 (10:18) How to find the right people to join the business (13:07) DIGI Beauty and how the pivot to nails came about (14:52) The importance of staying scrappy (21:13) Constant innovation vs. patents (23:54) Addressing the decline of the lash craze (29:09) Balancing business and personal health as a founder (35:42) The decision to remain self-funded  (39:39) Leaving Thailand with nothing, to where she is today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  2. From Fired to Fully Booked: How Shani Darden Built a Cult Skincare Brand

    9 DE ABR.

    From Fired to Fully Booked: How Shani Darden Built a Cult Skincare Brand

    What happens when you build a cult following but don’t have a real business plan just yet? In this episode of Superwomen, I sit down with Shani Darden, the woman behind Shani Darden Skin Care and how she went from doing facials in a borrowed space to building a globally recognized brand. Shani opens up about launching her first product with no experience, the $80K sales weekend that changed everything, and the hard lessons that came with rapid growth. She gets candid about navigating investor pressure, taking the wrong investments, and nearly losing control of her brand. This one’s a great listen for any founder who’s figuring it out as they go. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Shani Darden (01:47) How getting fired led to her first unexpected big break (03:30) What pushed her to start her business from home (06:42) How retinol became her breakthrough product (08:23) The $80K sales weekend that changed everything (12:30) Hard business lessons and trusting the wrong people (14:41) Why beauty brands feel pressure to keep launching (16:54) Taking the wrong funding and what she would do differently (22:29) Shani Darden’s 5-minute skincare routine (24:34) The one skincare product everyone should own (25:47) The importance of trusting your voice and instincts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  3. How One Simple Idea Turned Into an 8-Figure Business with STATE Bags' Jacqueline Tatelman

    2 DE ABR.

    How One Simple Idea Turned Into an 8-Figure Business with STATE Bags' Jacqueline Tatelman

    Imagine seeing kids carrying everything they own in trash bags. That was the reality Jacqueline Tatelman, Co-Founder, CEO, & Creative Director of STATE Bags, set out to change. This week on Superwomen, she shares how she went from running a nonprofit summer camp to building a brand with a mission to help families in need. But the journey was far from easy. From defective products to financial struggles and managing a major rebrand, Jacqueline gets real about what it truly takes to build a brand with purpose. And why setbacks are just part of the process. Make sure you are subscribed to Superwomen Media for all new episodes: http://youtube.com/channel/UCRCOD9Zzsc0U-5yLpSU2yKw?sub_confirmation=1 Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Jacqueline Tatelman, CEO of STATE Bags (02:05) How it started with a nonprofit summer camp (05:29) Evolving into a brand with a mission to help kids (08:13) Dealing with defective products and financial struggles (10:17) Funding a business with no outside investment (11:45) Becoming CEO and learning to trust herself (17:59) The strategy that helped them survive the pandemic (22:59) Evolving and changing brand perception (25:52) Why solving problems keeps her moving forward (29:17) Balancing work and self care  (31:34) The importance of trusting your instincts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  4. The Secret to Building a Loyal Community: Vulnerability with Cameron Rogers

    26 DE MAR.

    The Secret to Building a Loyal Community: Vulnerability with Cameron Rogers

    What happens when you stop playing it safe and start trusting your instincts? This week on SUPERWOMEN, I had a great conversion with Cameron Rogers about her fearless decision to follow an unconventional career path – from private chef to health coach to now hosting the popular podcast, “Conversations With Cam.” Find out how she built a successful brand by taking a risk and following her gut. Cameron shares her “say yes to everything once” approach to finding your passion and how being true to herself turned that passion into a profitable business. If you’re feeling stuck or looking to make a big change, you’ll love her insights. Episode Guide:  (00:00) Meet Cameron Rogers (03:35) Leaving corporate life and evolving into a content creator (05:57) Learning to podcast through trial and error (08:42) Trusting your gut and embracing a flexible career path (10:53) The unseen effort that goes into content creation (12:34) Time management and the impact of a supportive team (15:53) Prioritizing friendship and why it matters (21:32) Making space for self-care and a social life (23:03) The importance of an equal partnership in marriage (28:34) Dealing with online criticism (30:03) The challenges of staying authentic (33:59) The “Morning After” Superwomen edition (36:36) Reflecting on the future and staying true to your values Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  5. What Comes After the “It” Product? | Hart Hagerty

    19 DE MAR.

    What Comes After the “It” Product? | Hart Hagerty

    She sold nearly 200,000 earrings. Then she had to figure out what came next. In this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I had a great conversation with Hart Hagerty, founder of shophart.com. She had an “it” product early on, then realized that just wasn’t enough to build a lasting brand. Here’s how she reinvented her business while staying true to her personal vision. We dive deep into the “messy middle” of building a business that every entrepreneur understands: Losing your creative instincts, leading while exhausted, feeling pressured to stay visible, and so much more. If you know the struggle, you’ll relate hard to this episode. Brought to you by Shophart.com. Episode Guide:(00:00) Meet Hart Hagerty + welcome to the new studio (02:33) How Shanghai inspired Hart’s venture into jewelry (04:15) Selling nearly 200k earrings and moving beyond her hit product (04:34) Creating jewelry with meaning and an attainable price (08:49) Inside the messy middle of growing a business (10:18) Why Hart decided to “get weird” again creatively (13:15) Why great founders believe they can figure anything out (15:17) Trusting intuition over credentials (18:16) How to build a stylish jewelry stack (21:59) Why minimalism is out and personal style is back (25:42) The story behind the Vesta case (28:21) If you don’t have a good product, you don’t have a business (33:11) Finding an authentic way to be the face of the brand (35:40) The reality that modern brands run on content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  6. From Dream to Sold Out in Two Hours: Here's Rachel Mansfield’s Story

    5 DE MAR.

    From Dream to Sold Out in Two Hours: Here's Rachel Mansfield’s Story

    She gave herself 6 months to turn her hobby into a business. 10 years later, she’s building a snack empire. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I hung out with Rachel Mansfield, content creator, cookbook author, investor, and co-founder of the clean kids snack brand cadootz!. After getting fired because of her growing Instagram presence, Rachel bet on herself and began a decade-long entrepreneurial climb.  We discussed building multiple revenue streams and why she starts a new project every 2-3 years. Whether you’re building a business or wondering if you should take the leap, Rachel’s slow growth mindset will inspire you to trust the long game. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Rachel Mansfield (03:43) The six-month risk that changed everything (08:32) Why slow growth is better than instant fame (11:09) Only doing what brings joy and letting the rest go (14:29) The myth of doing it all alone (21:17) Why launching a cookbook is harder than writing one (25:29) The three-year journey to create the cleanest cracker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  7. From Losing a Dream Job to Building a Dream Life | Lilliana Vazquez

    12 DE MAR.

    From Losing a Dream Job to Building a Dream Life | Lilliana Vazquez

    She landed her dream job in television—only to lose it three months later and be forced to completely reinvent her career. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lilliana Vazquez, Emmy-winning host, style expert, and social media mogul. For years, E! News was her dream job… until it wasn’t. So, what did she do next? Lilliana opens up about why she left, the wild ride of transitioning to content creation, and how she flipped the script on what success really means. If you're navigating a big change or thinking about reinventing your own career, this one’s for you. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Lilliana Vazquez (03:00) Balancing motherhood and work during the pandemic (06:00) Lilliana on losing her dream job at E! News (07:30) The moment she realized she was chasing a “dying job” (09:30) Transitioning into the creator economy (12:00) The difference between TV work vs. social media work (16:00) Why fostering community was the key to her success (18:00) From 100k to 500k followers in 18 months (21:00) Why you should speak to your audience like a close friend (25:00) The importance of understanding your own content (28:00) Why losing followers can be a good thing (32:00) Advocating for entrepreneurial learning in colleges (34:00) What Lilliana learned from younger influencers (38:00) The power of community building Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  8. Rebecca Minkoff Is One and Done With Housewives

    18/02/2025

    Rebecca Minkoff Is One and Done With Housewives

    Launching a business in the early 2000s compared to today, how she became a household name before social media, the biggest challenges she faced when launching a business, what she's doing to look incredible in her 40s, how she almost lost her business during Covid, advice for launching a business, styling tips, plus what her experience on the housewives of NY was really like. A word from my sponsors: OPositiv - Take proactive care of your health and head to OPositiv.com/HONEST or enter code HONEST at checkout for 25% off your first purchaseQuince - Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to Quince.com/honest for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Fatty15 - You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/HONEST and using code HONEST at checkout.Cymbiotika - Go to cymbiotika.com/HONEST for 20% off your order + free shipping todayNutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code HONEST.CookUnity - Go to https://www.cookunity.com/HONEST for 50% off your first week! Thanks to CookUnity for supporting the show!  For more Let's Be Honest, follow along at: @kristincavallari on Instagram @kristincavallari and @dearmedia on TikTok Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari on YouTube Produced by Dear Media. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    41 min
  9. Reinventing Yourself After Rock Bottom: Leap Academy's Ilana Golan on Starting Over

    19 DE FEV.

    Reinventing Yourself After Rock Bottom: Leap Academy's Ilana Golan on Starting Over

    It took Ilana Golan losing her life’s work to realize the one thing that was missing from her career: herself.  This week on SUPERWOMEN, Leap Academy’s Ilana Golan shares how building a robust personal brand helped her overcome bad business partners and fluctuating trends, ultimately leading her to build one of the fastest-growing startups in the country.  Ilana also shares how experience trumps education, why multi-faceted portfolios can shield you from so many problems, and the one trait successful people have in common. Episode Guide:  (00:00) Meet Ilana Golan, Founder & CEO of Leap Academy (04:07) The problem with higher education (07:17) Losing everything and starting from scratch (12:26) How to build a multi-faceted career (18:25) The art of “leaping” and building a brand as insurance (24:04) Why coaching works (28:24) Putting passion to work (30:11) The one thing successful people have in common Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  10. From Heartbreak to Hope: A 4-Year IVF Journey, Embracing Donor Eggs & the Path to Motherhood with Camille Guaty, Actress and Infertility Advocate

    21/11/2024

    From Heartbreak to Hope: A 4-Year IVF Journey, Embracing Donor Eggs & the Path to Motherhood with Camille Guaty, Actress and Infertility Advocate

    You may recognize her from her roles on TV and in movies, including her most recent role as Detective Silva in Harold and the Purple Crayon. Still, actress and infertility advocate Camille Guaty has an even bigger story to share. The story that led her to play the most important role of her life - playing mother to her beloved five-year-old son Morrison. Working in the entertainment industry can be tough for actresses who want to become mothers, and it can be especially difficult for actresses who wait until later in life to have children. So when Camille tried to get pregnant at 38, she knew it would be challenging, but she faced a challenge she never expected: infertility. She went on to endure a four-year IVF journey of relentless effort and heartache – a journey that saw her through 21 of her embryos that didn’t take, an emotional pivot to using a donor egg and navigating the painful grief of letting go of the traditional path to motherhood. In her personal story, Camille shares the difficulty of finding a donor, her heartbreak when a donor attempt failed, and her emotional breakthrough after a second embryo took. Her story is one of resilience, acceptance, and ultimate joy, a testament to the strength it takes to embrace the unconventional and find light in the dark.  Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min
  11. Barefaced's Jordan Harper on How to Make People Obsessed With Your Brand

    29 DE JAN.

    Barefaced's Jordan Harper on How to Make People Obsessed With Your Brand

    Most people think better skin comes from more products and pricier treatments. But Jordan Harper knew better. With no safety net, she built Barefaced to simplify skincare down to what actually works.  This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Jordan Harper, Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Barefaced, to talk about what she learned after years of treating patients in cosmetic dermatology and why she decided to build a brand rooted in trust, not trends. Jordan shares what the skincare industry gets wrong, how relationships drove early growth, and the lessons that came from expensive mistakes. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Jordan Harper, Founder & CEO of Barefaced (01:35) What years of patient care taught her about skincare (07:47) Serving people before selling anything (08:55) The unsexy growth strategy that paid off (18:01) The tradeoffs behind success (19:16) When hiring “experts” goes wrong (25:30) Why Barefaced has a 90% customer retention rate (30:30) The four essential products for any skincare routine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  12. The Art of the Juggling Act With Sarah Armstrong

    5 DE FEV.

    The Art of the Juggling Act With Sarah Armstrong

    It’s easy to think your ambitions are gone forever once you’re a parent, or worse, after a divorce. Suddenly, “having it all” feels unrealistic, if not impossible. But Sarah Armstrong is proof that ambition doesn’t just disappear. It evolves. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Sarah, VP of Global Marketing Operations at Google, and author of The Art of the Juggling Act and  The Mom’s Guide to a Good Divorce. She shares what it looked like to keep her career moving through motherhood, divorce, and single parenting, without losing herself in the process. We talk about choosing what matters, setting boundaries that actually hold up, and letting go of pressure that does more harm than good. If you’ve ever wondered whether your goals still fit the life you’re living now, this one’s for you. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Sarah Armstrong, Author And Global Executive (01:46) The shock of early motherhood and realizing there is no blueprint(05:51) The power of saying no without guilt (07:48) Finding her new normal as a single mom  (09:51) Why pulling back does not end your trajectory (13:24) Setting firm boundaries that actually work (20:48) Redefining what having it all really means (25:58) What Sarah would tell her younger self about motherhood & ambition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  13. The CEO Whisperer’s Playbook for Unlocking Creativity | Dr. Natalie Nixon

    26 DE FEV.

    The CEO Whisperer’s Playbook for Unlocking Creativity | Dr. Natalie Nixon

    Creativity isn’t just for designers. It’s a core business skill. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Natalie Nixon, PhD, renowned creativity strategist, President of Figure 8 Thinking, and author of The Creativity Leap. We discuss why creativity is at the heart of successful business strategies and how it can transform the way companies lead, adapt, and innovate. Natalie shares her unique journey from academia to entrepreneurship and breaks down her Wonder-Rigor method for turning creative thinking into a strategic advantage. Prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about innovation and leadership. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet creativity strategist Natalie Nixon, PhD (05:39) How creativity drives innovation in business (07:42) The "What If, So What, Now What" framework (11:29) Why working with limited resources enhances creativity (14:46) How to revive creativity in larger organizations (27:54) The importance of hiring people with different skill sets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min
  14. From Side Hustle to Full-Time Founder: Quitting Her Job, Pregnancy Surprises, and Start-Up Stardom with Kristyn Rose Berland, Founder

    25/06/2024

    From Side Hustle to Full-Time Founder: Quitting Her Job, Pregnancy Surprises, and Start-Up Stardom with Kristyn Rose Berland, Founder

    It has been a whirlwind year for Kristyn Rose Berland, Founder of Crate Away. Just two days after quitting her full-time job to go all in on her start-up, Kristyn found out she was pregnant. Two days later, her entrepreneurial reality show Side Hustlers premiered. Things have really taken off since then.  For the past few years, Kristyn has been working her butt off to get her pet crate business Crate Away off of the ground. In addition to selling her car for seed money, Kristyn worked her corporate job full time and spent nights and weekends working on her startup. Kristyn’s hard work finally paid off when she received a starring role on Roku's Side Hustlers, a show that provides mentorship and investment opportunities for female founders. Landing an investment of $100,000, Kristyn finally made the emotional decision to quit her job. She is now all in on founder life, and her innovative pet crate will be available for pet lovers everywhere by the end of summer. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  15. Why Go On Reality TV? with Rebecca Minkoff

    06/06/2025

    Why Go On Reality TV? with Rebecca Minkoff

    Is anything real about reality tv? And does going on it boost your business? Also: when it comes to fashion, why are buttons on one side for dudes and another for chicks? Are clothes sexist? And what will tariffs do to the price of a T-shirt?  Nayeema asks reality TV, fashion and Scientology questions to the freshly transparent designer and RHONY personality Rebecca Minkoff.  Check out Rebecca’s podcast, Superwomen and her book Fearless. Follow @smartgirldumbquestions on IG, TikTok & YouTube. You can find Nayeema on IG or X too.  Finally: send YOUR dumb questions to nayeemaraza101@gmail.com. You might end up in a future episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
  16. How Our Place by Shiza Shahid is Changing the Way We Cook, Connect, and Care

    12 DE FEV.

    How Our Place by Shiza Shahid is Changing the Way We Cook, Connect, and Care

    Picture this: you are 7,000 miles away from home, in a new country with no familiar faces. How do you build a sense of community? You start with food. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Shiza Shahid, Co-Founder of the Malala Fund and Our Place. She shares how her activism shaped her journey as an entrepreneur, and how food became a powerful tool for connection and belonging. This belief laid the groundwork for Our Place—a brand built around the idea that cookware can be more than just functional; it can bring people together. We discuss how Shiza challenged the cookware industry, the balance between profit and purpose, and the impact of community-driven growth on her brand’s success. Things to listen for: (00:00) Meeting Shiza Shahid, Co-Founder of Malala Fund and Our Place (02:29) Shiza’s bold career pivots (03:21) Rebuilding connection as an immigrant (10:39) Scaling without losing community (14:58) What it’s like building a company with your spouse (17:48) Letting go of fear and imagined risk (25:08) Choosing sustainable growth over hype (31:16) Why non-toxic materials are non-negotiable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
  17. From Farm to Fashion: A New Vision for Sustainable Luxury with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, CEO and Founder of Another Tomorrow

    12/03/2024

    From Farm to Fashion: A New Vision for Sustainable Luxury with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, CEO and Founder of Another Tomorrow

    Enjoy this video podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! According to Vanessa Barboni Hallik, the visionary behind sustainable luxury fashion brand Another Tomorrow, it was all a "beautiful accident." After taking a sabbatical from her finance career in 2018, Vanessa found herself turning inward, which she now describes as a homecoming journey back to herself and her late mother. Finding no truly sustainable fashion pieces, Vanessa embarked on a journey to start a luxury brand rooted in transparency and care for animal, environmental, and human welfare. Through a farm-to-closet supply chain, Vanessa has developed a new model for sustainable fashion that enables the consumer to connect with the piece's origin story. As she works towards her vision of a better tomorrow, Vanessa looks for patterns of resilience in running a sustainable fashion brand. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Guest Website: anothertomorrow.co  Social Media: @anothertomorrow @vanessaanabarboni Big Ideas: Creating a vision for sustainable fashion Taking a sabbatical and coming back to yourself The challenges of having a sustainable fashion brand Building a supply chain from the farm to the consumer  Recognizing patterns of resilience when things don't go as planned Restoring a sense of connection to sustainability practices The importance of network and community for entrepreneurs Being vulnerable and learning to ask for help Finding people who are energetically aligned with your vision Links: Vanessa Barboni Hallik Monthly Office Hours Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min
  18. How She Built a Better-For-You 2 Billion Dollar Empire with Allison Ellsworth, Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Poppi

    08/05/2025

    How She Built a Better-For-You 2 Billion Dollar Empire with Allison Ellsworth, Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Poppi

    On this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Allison Ellsworth, co-founder of Poppi—the better-for-you soda brand that’s gone from tabling at the farmers’ market to one of the fastest-growing beverages in the U.S. Allison’s journey started with a gut feeling—literally. Struggling with health issues and searching for natural remedies, she discovered the benefits of apple cider vinegar. But instead of settling for the harsh taste, she hit the kitchen and created her own fix. What followed? A Whole Foods rep at the farmers market, a “Shark Tank” deal, and a rebrand that would catapult Poppi into virality and the mainstream. In this episode, she opens up about what it really took to scale Poppi: letting go of fear, maxing out credit cards, learning how to lead, building a brand from instinct, and saying no to “dumb money.” We talk team dynamics, viral TikToks, Super Bowl commercials, and why sometimes the boldest move is pausing everything to get the brand right. We also get into the power of believing in yourself, even when no one else sees the vision yet. After all, Allison is the self-proclaimed Chief Believe Officer.  Whether you’re building a business or just love a good founder story, Allison’s energy, honesty, and unstoppable drive will leave you inspired—and maybe craving a can of Poppi. If you’ve ever been told “That’s not how it’s done,” this one’s for you. Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to order my book, “Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.” Follow SUPERWOMEN (@rmsuperwomen) and Allison (@allisonellsworth) on Instagram. Support this podcast: https://bit.ly/rmsuperwomen  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min
  19. How to Redefine Success Without Chasing Titles or Lists

    18/09/2025

    How to Redefine Success Without Chasing Titles or Lists

    Joanne Lee Molinaro never planned on leaving her career as a law firm partner. But the day she walked away, she opened the door to a life she’d never imagined. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by the creator of The Korean Vegan, a bestselling author, and beauty founder. From building a storytelling platform on social media to launching a cookbook that won the James Beard Award, Joanne has carved a path that is deeply personal and unmistakably her own. She talks about moving through fear, trusting her instincts, and letting honesty, not perfection, guide her choices. We also talk about reinvention after divorce, what it's like running a business with your partner, and why her new beauty line is more than just skincare. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Joanne Lee Molinaro, creator of The Korean Vegan (03:41) The moment she decided to leave big law (06:48) How her Instagram stories led to a book deal (11:19) The launch of Korean Vegan Beauty (20:37) Rebuilding identity after divorce and emotional trauma (28:41) Managing a multi-hyphenate career (33:38) Why being hands-on made her brand more meaningful (37:10) Routines that keep her grounded and creative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min
  20. How to Lead When Everything Is Falling Apart

    25/09/2025

    How to Lead When Everything Is Falling Apart

    Elizabeth Gore has always believed that all entrepreneurs deserve equitable access to capital. But pursuing that mission landed her in the middle of a federal class action lawsuit. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Elizabeth Gore, co-founder and president of Hello Alice, which has helped 1.6 million small businesses and distributed over $65 million in grants. She talks candidly about being sued for funding Black business owners, surviving the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, and a health scare that nearly took her out. Through it all, Elizabeth shares the lessons she’s learned about resilience, leadership, and staying rooted in purpose—even when the stakes couldn’t be higher. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Elizabeth Gore, co-founder and president of Hello Alice (06:37) Building an AI platform before it was mainstream (09:29) Getting sued for funding Black entrepreneurs (13:18) How they lost ⅔ of their Series C funding (15:03) The health crisis that stopped her cold (20:23) Learning to truly rest as a founder (28:48) What’s next for women and AI in business (31:37) The decision that nearly broke Hello Alice (33:43) Raising millions without a CFO (36:03) What Elizabeth would do if everything fell apart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
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