The co-lab career stories

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The co-lab career stories

Welcome to the co-lab career stories podcast, a collective of professionals dedicated to sharing their experiences working in the fashion, beauty, wellness, retail and consumer luxury industries. Hear from CEOs, early career professionals and everything in between as the co-lab members interview each other, sharing their career stories, big pivots, worst jobs, best career advice, and remind us no two career paths are the same. Visit jointhecolab.com to learn more, become a member, tell your story, and follow us @jointhecolab. We can’t wait to network with you. X Kristy, co-lab founder.

  1. 6 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    Tina Yau - Founder of TYVY

    Tina Yau is a retail eCommerce executive with over 25 years of experience in fashion and beauty. Having held leadership roles at global brands such as A|X Armani Exchange, Saks Fifth Avenue, Estée Lauder, and Uniqlo, Tina has built a career on driving innovation, scaling businesses, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. In this episode, Cynthia Kalfa interviews Tina Yau, a retail fashion veteran who is launching a new handbag line this summer aimed at empowering women on the go. Tina shares her journey from growing up in New York and studying at NYU, to her career in e-commerce with major brands. She discusses the evolution of e-commerce, her proudest career moments, and her transition from the corporate world to starting her own business, emphasizing the importance of resilience and passion in entrepreneurship.

    12 phút

  2. 28 THG 1

    Rivya Sodhi - Fashion Lawyer

    Rivya is most recently an x-JPMorgan Chase Governance, Risk, and Compliance Expert searching for her next opportunity. She is a legal and compliance expert with over a decade of experience in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and operational resilience.  Currently pursuing an LLM in Fashion Law at Fordham Law School, she brings a unique perspective by blending her expertise in legal operations with a passion for the creative industries. She is dedicated to driving innovation and efficiency while exploring the intersection of law, business, and fashion. In this episode, Shraddha interviews Rivya, a legal consultant pursuing her Masters in Fashion Law at Fordham University. Rivya discusses her extensive background in legal finance, her passion for fashion law that started in law school, and the transition from finance to fashion law spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. She also shares insights into the overlaps between finance and fashion law, her career journey, and advice for aspiring fashion lawyers.

    12 phút

  3. 21 THG 1

    Shraddha Desai - Legal Fellow, OMI Legal LLC

    Shraddha Desai is an attorney from India with an LL.M. in Fashion Law from Fordham University School of Law. She has over three years of legal experience. She specializes in IP protection and startup law at OMI Legal, supporting startups, creative people, entrepreneurs, and fashion businesses. From securing intellectual property rights to drafting contracts and managing regulatory challenges, Shraddha helps brands build strong legal foundations and thrive in a competitive market. In this episode, Rivya Sodhi interviews Shraddha, an attorney with an LLM in fashion law from Fordham University. Shraddha discusses her journey from Mumbai to New York, her experiences in different legal education systems, and her passion for integrating fashion and law. She also touches on her work with small businesses and minorities, her career goals, and how she maintains her work-life balance.

    15 phút

  4. 14 THG 1

    Marcos Diaz - Celebrity Hairstylist

    Marcos Diaz is a seasoned professional with over twenty-four years of combined experience as a firefighter turned freelance hairstylist. His journey has equipped him with a unique and refined skill set perfectly suited for today’s ever-evolving fashion, hair, and editorial industries. In this interview, Abby Beaudin talks to Marcos Diaz, a New York-based celebrity hairstylist who previously worked as a full-time firefighter in California. Marcos shares his journey from firefighting to hairstyling, inspired by a TV show and a desire for a balanced life. He discusses his transition, the support he received, his success working with top brands like Bumble and Bumble, and his advice on persistence, bravery, and the importance of relationships and continuous learning in one's career.

    20 phút

  5. 7 THG 1

    Abby Beaudin - Experiential Producer

    Abby helps agencies, brands and leaders elevate their impact through two distinct pillars: as an experiential producer, she transforms ideas into immersive campaigns through a streamlined and strategic process; as an executive media training coach, she equips leaders to master thought leadership and shape their story. With over a decade of experience, she bridges the gap between creative and execution to deliver tailored solutions for her clients across industries like beauty, luxury, and entertainment. In this interview, Marcos Diaz chats with Abby about her career journey. Abby shares her challenges and wins in PR and advertising, the value of clear communication and adapting to change. She also discusses launching her freelance consultancy in experiential production and media training.

    24 phút

  6. 17/12/2024

    Emily Li Mandri - Founder & Designer of MLE

    Emily Li Mandri is the founder & designer of MLE, a consciously created women's accessories brand based in upstate NY. After spending over 15 years in fashion and digital marketing with a focus on innovative design and emerging brand growth, Emily decided it was time to launch her eponymous label, MLE. She now incorporates the first-hand experience she gained in both industries to MLE, with a focus on sustainability and quality. In this episode, Alexis Carey interviews Emily, an accessories designer based in New York. Emily discusses her background, including her education at Johns Hopkins, and her journey from creating silkscreen t-shirts in college to founding her successful accessories line MLE. She shares insights into the challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur, her career evolution, and future plans for expanding her business.

    12 phút

  7. 10/12/2024

    Nagela Dales - Founder of OPEN HOUSE

    The future of business isn't about choosing between profit and purpose—it's about building systems where they drive each other forward. As the founder of OPENHOUSE, Nagela's mission is to open doors other strategists don't see, partnering with founders who are ready to ditch the old rulebooks. Through research and inclusive innovation practices, she turns wild 'what ifs' into 'what's next' for founders who've been overlooked by traditional systems. As a business designer, she helps leaders build companies that blend purpose with profit, reshaping industries from the inside out. From grassroots organizers to ambitious startups, Nagela has empowered visionaries to scale without compromising their values or leaving their communities behind. In this episode, Kristen Bruce chat with Nagela Dales, the founder of Open House. Nagela who identifies as a business designer rather than a consultant, focuses on creating equitable and people-centered business models. With a rich background in human-centered and liberatory design, Nagela emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, innovation, and community in building sustainable and impactful businesses.

    25 phút

  8. 03/12/2024

    Kristin Bruce - Ethical Brand Story Architect

    Since earning her BFA from Parsons in Women’s RTW and Textile Design, Kristin Bruce has forged a unique career at the intersection of luxury fashion, human rights advocacy, and ethical storytelling. From designing for artisan-empowering brands to leading communications for a global nonprofit, she brings a deep commitment to artistry and impact. Now, as the founder and Ethical Brand Story Architect of her own copywriting business, Kristin combines her expertise in sustainable fashion design, storytelling, and content marketing to help mission-driven brands stand out in a competitive market. Through soulful, transparent storytelling, she empowers brands to communicate their stories with conviction and build authentic connections with their audiences. In this episode, Nagela Dales speaks with Kristin, an Ethical Brand Story Architects. Kristin shares her transition from working in nonprofit human rights to founding her business, focusing on ethical storytelling for sustainable fashion brands. They delve into the importance of transparency, empowerment, and Kristin's unique ethics framework for creating compelling, mission-driven brand narratives.

    21 phút
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Welcome to the co-lab career stories podcast, a collective of professionals dedicated to sharing their experiences working in the fashion, beauty, wellness, retail and consumer luxury industries. Hear from CEOs, early career professionals and everything in between as the co-lab members interview each other, sharing their career stories, big pivots, worst jobs, best career advice, and remind us no two career paths are the same. Visit jointhecolab.com to learn more, become a member, tell your story, and follow us @jointhecolab. We can’t wait to network with you. X Kristy, co-lab founder.

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