Glam & Grow - Beauty Business Podcast

Takara Sewitt | Wavebreak
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On the Glam & Grow Podcast, your host, Takara Sewitt interviews leaders at the top Beauty, Skincare, Fashion, and Lifestyle brands. She dives into their stories, lessons learned, and perspectives on the changing industry. Subscribe and join us each week as we Glam & Grow.

  1. 1D AGO

    Designing the Modern Woman: The Ronny Kobo Brand Story

    Ronny Kobo is the founder and creative force behind her namesake label, building the brand from a clear personal vision of modern, confident femininity. She has shaped it into a globally recognized fashion house that reflects her instinct for what women actually want to wear–pieces that feel powerful, sexy, and effortless at the same time. Ronny Kobo is defined by its bold silhouettes, body-skimming fits, and statement prints that are designed to stand out without feeling overworked. Ronny Kobo herself brings a strong editorial eye to every collection, blending European polish with a New York sensibility that keeps the brand both elevated and wearable. Over time, she has built a loyal community of women who turn to the brand for occasion dressing that still feels grounded in real life. The result is a label that consistently sits at the intersection of trend-aware and timeless, with a distinct point of view that doesn’t chase attention, it commands it. In this episode, Ronny also discusses: How Hong Kong women inspired her fashion empire Why business partnerships feel like a marriage (and what makes them work) Navigating real challenges and building resilience How smaller budgets drive sharper, more authentic marketing Staying independent and protecting creative freedom The return of 2000s fashion Why Instagram is your digital tattoo—post with intention We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Ronny's journey and the growth of Ronny Kobo. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Ronny Kobo at www.ronnykobo.com and on Instagram at @ronnykobo Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    1h 6m

  2. MAR 30

    Scaling from to 4.5 Million Customers in 3 Years With Angie Tebbe, Founder of Rae Wellness

    Angie Tebbe, founder and CEO of Rae Wellness, launched the brand in 2019 after feeling overwhelmed and disconnected in the supplement aisle and deciding to build something better. She set out to create a brand that felt honest, effective, and actually designed for real people navigating everyday wellness. Rae was born from that experience, with a focus on making high quality, science backed supplements accessible and easy to trust. The brand supports core needs like sleep, stress, hormonal balance, and skin, while maintaining clean formulations without unnecessary additives. It quickly gained traction, expanding into Target within its first year and achieving triple digit growth early on, before scaling into thousands of retail locations nationwide. It has built a strong identity around transparency, thoughtful ingredients, and an approachable price point that sets it apart from more exclusive wellness brands. At its core, Rae is values led, created to support both body and mind in a way that feels realistic and attainable. Angie has been intentional about protecting that mission as the brand has grown, ensuring it stays aligned with quality, accessibility, and trust. The result is a brand that feels personal, supportive, and built with its community in mind. In this episode, Angie also discusses: • Growing up with zero limits and how it shaped her mindset • Leaving her job to pursue her purpose in wellness • Moving through burnout and learning to trust her intuition • A holistic take on women’s health from hormones to overall wellbeing • The emotional highs and lows of fundraising • Building Rae Wellness on a promise of accessibility • Why authentic marketing matters more than following trends We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Angie's journey and the growth of Rae Wellness. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Rae Wellness at www.raewellness.co and on Instagram at @raeforwellness Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if  Wavebreak  is right for you? Reach out at  Wavebreak.co

    49 min

  3. MAR 16

    From the Conair Legacy to arachne: The Next Generation of Beauty Innovation With Founder Sophia Wojczak

    Arachne, founded by Sophia Wojczak, granddaughter of Leandro P. Rizzuto, the visionary behind Conair, carries forward a legacy of innovation while redefining beauty for a new era. Their mission is to empower beauty with integrity and innovation, creating products that go beyond tools to embody transformation, blending cutting-edge technology with elegant design. With TOOLS TO TRANSFORM™, Arachne delivers solutions that are simple, effective, and sustainable, setting a new standard in the haircare industry. As a female-founded brand, they champion individuality and self-defined beauty, offering both tools and a community that supports personal evolution. Sophia’s experience at Conair—overseeing dozens of patents and leading new product innovation—revealed opportunities to innovate with quality, sustainability, and transformative design at the core. Arachne is a story of resilience, reinvention, and agility, honoring a heritage rooted in the American Dream while building the future of beauty.  In this episode, Sophia also discusses: Her grandfather starting Conair with just $100, selling hair dryers out of his trunk The innovation behind multi-functional brushes The perfect travel hair hack with their L'UOVO™ Egg Why all of their products are patent-pending Charcoal brushes and their exfoliating, oil-absorbing, detoxifying benefits The importance of trusting your gut and living your truth We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Sophia's journey and the growth of arachne. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out arachne at www.arachne.com and on Instagram at @arachne_hairtools Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    44 min

  4. MAR 2

    Inside the Fastest-Growing Brand in Modern Aesthetics With Founder Michele Henry, Face Foundrie

    FACE FOUNDRIÉ was born from a deeply personal need and built with a sharp entrepreneurial lens. After founding and scaling PRIMP to eight locations and styling nearly a million women, Michele Henry saw firsthand how underserved women felt when it came to accessible, effective skincare. Following the birth of her third child, she experienced hormonal shifts and skin changes that the market simply wasn’t addressing—so she created the solution. Designed from day one as a franchise model, FACE FOUNDRIÉ empowers other entrepreneurs to build scalable, community-driven aesthetics businesses with proven systems and brand power behind them. Under Michele’s leadership, the company has become one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Midwest, ranking #35 on the Inc. list. Michele’s impact has earned her recognition as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, a Forbes-profiled founder, and a Minnesota 40 Under 40 honoree. With a proprietary product line and curated partnerships, FACE FOUNDRIÉ delivers results-driven services in a modern, approachable environment—bridging the gap between luxury aesthetics and everyday accessibility. In this episode, Michele also discusses: Transitioning from fashion to skincare Franchise marketing secrets: brand cohesion and local market dominance Designing fully customizable facials tailored to individual skin goals The no-downtime facial clients can’t stop booking The most requested add-ons, including dermaplaning Building a seamless brand experience from retail roots to skincare studios Why successful founders pivot fast–and don’t dwell on missteps Strategic nationwide expansion and scaling with intention We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Michele's journey and the growth of Face Foundrie. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Face Foundrie at www.facefoundrie.com and on Instagram at @facefoundrie Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    44 min

  5. FEB 16

    From Dermatopathology to Daily Care: Why Dr. Mamina Turegano Trusts Obagi® for Scalp Health

    This partnership between Dr. Mamina Turegano and Obagi bridges the gap between clinical dermatology and holistic wellness by uniting Obagi’s 35-year legacy in skin science with the world-class expertise of Dr. Mamina Turegano. As a triple board-certified dermatologist, internist, and dermatopathologist, Dr. Turegano brings a rare, 360-degree perspective to hair and scalp health, emphasizing how internal factors like nutrition and lifestyle manifest on the surface. Her background makes her the quintessential advocate for the new Nu-Cil BioStim™ Scalp Serum, a "root-level" innovation designed to fortify follicles and re-densify hair. By highlighting the serum’s proprietary BioStim™ Complex and its ability to reduce dry hair fall by 32% in just two weeks, she validates the formula's medical-grade efficacy. The collaboration is a natural fit, as both the doctor and the brand prioritize research-backed results and cellular-level repair. Together, they provide listeners with a sophisticated, science-first approach to achieving visibly fuller, healthier hair. In this episode, Dr. Mamina Turegano also discusses: Going viral with her mom’s weird beauty banana peel hackThe social media dilemma for doctors: balancing professionalism with authenticityHer personal 20-year hair loss struggle and the challenge of finding non-irritating solutionsThe clinical trials supporting the efficacy of the Nu-Cil Biostim Scalp SerumWhy scalp health is the key to stopping hair lossThe future of skin–genetics will personalize your dermatology treatmentWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Dr. Mamina Turegano's journey and the growth of Obagi. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Obagi at www.obagi.com and on Instagram at @obagimedical Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    49 min

  6. FEB 2

    The DIBS Playbook: Building a Viral Beauty Brand with Co-Founder Courtney Shields

    Courtney Shields is a mom, highly influential content creator, and the Co-Founder of DIBS Beauty, celebrated for building a deeply loyal community of more than 2 million women through her authentic, unfiltered voice. Since 2014, she has created space for honest conversations around both triumphs and challenges, empowering women to feel confident in real life, not just curated moments. That same philosophy lives at the core of DIBS Beauty, a brand designed to simplify beauty routines through effortless, high-performing, multi-functional products made for busy lives. After originally having her co-founder on the podcast in 2022, the brand has since achieved explosive growth, secured a major strategic investment to fuel expansion, sold out hero products repeatedly, and successfully launched into nationwide brick-and-mortar retail with Ulta Beauty. Under Courtney’s creative leadership, DIBS has become known for cult-favorite staples that make looking put-together feel easy and intuitive. Through social media, in-person meetups, and candid storytelling around motherhood, wellness, and life behind the scenes, Courtney continues to show up as both a founder and a friend. Everything she builds online and in beauty centers on helping women feel supported, radiant, and fully themselves. In this episode, Courtney also discusses: Building and nurturing her community over the past decadeThe wild journey of building a startup over the past four yearsWhy stick products are genius—safe and simpleQuick, effortless routines for feeling your bestHow DIBS built a 58,000+ waitlist for their cult-favorite DUO BrushHow keeping product names simple drives clarity and conversionWhy in-person connections create stronger, more loyal brands  We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Courtney's journey and the growth of DIBS Beauty. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out DIBS Beauty at  www.dibsbeauty.com  and on Instagram at  @dibsbeauty

    52 min

  7. JAN 19

    The New Era of Luxury Beauty With Sarah Creal

    Created specifically with women over 40 in mind, Sarah Creal is the luxury beauty brand focused on high-performance makeup and skincare that wears beautifully on mature skin. The line emphasizes multifunctional formulas that deliver hydration, repair, and long-lasting wear without settling or fading. Founded in 2024 by industry veteran Sarah Creal, the brand was born from her belief that this consumer had been consistently overlooked. Creal brings more than 30 years of experience, having held leadership roles at brands like Prada Beauty, Tom Ford Beauty, Bobbi Brown, and Victoria Beckham Beauty. Her vision is rooted in showing beauty on real women, using models 40+ and prioritizing results over trends. At its core, Sarah Creal celebrates confident, lived-in beauty with innovative products designed to truly perform. In this episode, Sarah also discusses: Her 30-year journey from behind the beauty counter to becoming the CEO of her own companyThe challenge of securing funding for a niche beauty brand in a male-dominated private equity world that didn’t quite get itWhy hydration is the real key to unlocking youthful-looking skinFace Flex™—the concealer designed to move with your skin and defy visible agingWhat really goes into product creation, and why developing a formula takes two years or morePartnering with Sephora and shaping what’s next in beautyWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Sarah's journey and the growth of Sarah Creal. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Sarah Creal at www.sarahcrealbeauty.com and on Instagram at @sarah creal Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    1h 5m

  8. JAN 5

    Food is Healing™: The Urban Remedy Movement with Founder Neka Pasquale

    Urban Remedy isn’t just a brand—it’s a belief system, not a tagline built around the belief that food is healing™. Founder Neka Pasquale, a licensed acupuncturist and nutrition expert, grew up immersed in Northern California’s farm-to-table culture and spent over a decade helping clients transform their health through acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and nutrition. Inspired by the life-changing results her patients experienced at wellness retreats, Neka launched Urban Remedy in 2009 to bring her healing philosophy to a wider audience. Every product from cold-pressed juices to plant-forward meals is crafted with organic, anti-inflammatory ingredients, blending ancient wisdom with modern clean eating. The brand prioritizes sustainability, using locally sourced produce, earth-friendly packaging, and small-batch production. Certified as a B Corp, Urban Remedy is committed not just to personal health, but to the planet and community as well. By making clean, delicious, and healing food accessible, the brand empowers people to eat consciously and live vibrantly every day. In this episode, Neka also discusses: Eating with purpose and removing inflammation from the body through foodPracticing balance–enjoying foods, boosting immunity and staying healthyMastering your nervous system and why it’s the key to total health organizationNew Year health goals and sustainable steps to jumpstart your yearSupporting local farmers and eating organic & pesticide freeHow staying true to your mission matters even more as you scaleTheir partnership with Whole Foods We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Neka's journey and the growth of Urban Remedy. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Urban Remedy at www.urbanremedy.com and on Instagram at @urbanremedy Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don’t email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

    56 min
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On the Glam & Grow Podcast, your host, Takara Sewitt interviews leaders at the top Beauty, Skincare, Fashion, and Lifestyle brands. She dives into their stories, lessons learned, and perspectives on the changing industry. Subscribe and join us each week as we Glam & Grow.

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