"The Inkey List" has rapidly risen to prominence as a skincare brand renowned for its dedication to delivering affordable and potent skincare solutions. Adopting a minimalist philosophy, the brand distinguishes itself by crafting uncomplicated products featuring key ingredients tailored to address specific skincare concerns. Transparency is the cornerstone o ... Show More
Yesterday
SoulCycle’s Rebuild: Inside the Culture, Community, and Strategy Powering Its Next Era with CEO Evelyn Webster
<p>SoulCycle has long been more than a workout—it’s a cultural force built on rhythm, resilience, and the magnetic pull of community. Its in-studio experience remains singular, merging athletic intensity with emotional release in a way that keeps riders returning for the transfor ... Show More
57m 27s
Nov 10
Dr. Dennis Gross on Pioneering Skincare That Works—Without the Downtime
<p>Dr. Dennis Gross is the renowned dermatologist and the founder of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, a clinical-grade skincare brand rooted in science and results. Before launching his line, Dr. Gross worked as a skin cancer researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering, where he developed a ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 27
How Sahara Lotti Built Lashify—and Redefined Innovation in Beauty
<p>A former Hollywood screenwriter with a sharp eye for aesthetics, Sahara Lotti turned her storytelling instincts into design innovation. Frustrated by salon lash extensions that were costly, damaging, and time-consuming, she set out to invent something better—and did. In 2016, ... Show More
1h 1m
Sep 2023
Rising Heat: From Sold Out Inventory to Celebrity Spotlight
In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, we're joined by Lauren Dovey, the founder of Heat Healer. Heat Healer is a direct-to-consumer health & wellness brand focused on developing the world’s best heat therapy products.In this episode, we cover:The story behind Heat Healer and ... Show More
31m 52s
Sep 2023
Sheena Zadeh-Daly, Founder of Kosas: Beginning Stages of a Brand, Creating Brand Association, Importance of Consumer Feedback & More
<p>On today’s episode I am speaking with the founder of Kosas Cosmetics, Sheena Zadeh-Daly. From launching just lip sticks to now selling an entire product line in major retail stores such as Sephora, Nordstrom, & more – Sheena talks about the beginning stages of Kosas, the m ... Show More
48m 3s
Jul 2023
Why Brand Marketing Still Matters
<p><em>What do Poolside FM and Isamaya Beauty have in common? Their founders have created brands with unique yet relatable identities.</em></p><br><p><strong>Background: </strong></p><br><p>Isamaya Ffrench, makeup artist and founder of Isamaya Beauty, and Marty Bell, co-foun ... Show More
22m 56s
Mar 2023
Pivoting Your Career, Making Your Passion a Business + Tips for Achieving Health and Success with Beekeeper’s Naturals founder Carly Stein
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur wanting to make your passion your full-time career? Carly Stein, founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, shares her journey from the finance world to wellness entrepreneurship. Carly talks about how her health struggles pushed her to reinvent the medicin ... Show More
37m 7s
Nov 2023
Cleancult's Clean Sweep: Expanding into Retail
Ryan Lupberger, Co-founder & CEO of Cleancult, joins the Leading Brands podcast to discuss the journey of Cleancult from its ecommerce launch to current retail expansion, the key elements of building a strong leadership team, and more.In the episode, the following topics are disc ... Show More
43m 56s
Oct 2021
Bulbul Hooda, Head of Brand and CMO, Vella Bioscience Brings Beauty Experience to a New Category
<p>Here’s an age-old marketing truth: sex sells. But marketing sex, or sexual wellness for that matter, can be a tough subject to bear. Within today’s oversaturated marketplace, marketers are fighting not just for attention on shelves and landing pages, but also for customers’ ey ... Show More
46m 47s
Jan 2024
The Key to Identifying Your Most Valuable Customers
Do you know who your “superconsumers” are, and why they’re so important for your strategy decisions? Growth strategy expert Eddie Yoon says they’re your most passionate, most valuable customers—not just because they spend more than average, but because their insights can help you ... Show More
20m 49s
Apr 2024
509: Shark Tank Winner Reveals How to Create a Million-Dollar Beauty Brand | Alicia Scott
A year after filming, Alicia Scott anxiously watched her appearance on Shark Tank surrounded by friends and family. Her pitch was first on the episode, and she nailed it by securing a deal from Emma Grede, the business mind behind Kardashian brands like SKIMS and Good American. S ... Show More
49m 4s
Oct 2023
Macy's chief merchandising officer Nata Dvir on launching private-label brands 'anchored in insights'
Macy’s chief merchandising officer, Nata Dvir, is leading the company's private-brand evolution.
The department store is rethinking its portfolio of private label brands across all product categories, including men’s, women’s, kids and home. That includes adding, refreshing and e ... Show More
36m 7s