In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Lori and Marci Hirshleifer, co-owners of the iconic luxury boutique Hirshleifers, to explore how a century-old family business has adapted, grown, and thrived in this day and age.
This conversation traces what it’s like to work alongside family, and how creative and strategic decisions are made when curating co ... Show More
Nov 19
Sabina Belli: CEO of Pomellato – Savoir-Vivre, Modern Femininity, & The Importance of Authentic Craftsmanship In Luxury Goods
<p>The Gstaad Guy sits down with Sabina Belli, CEO of Pomellato, to explore how she transformed one of Italy’s most distinctive maisons into a modern emblem of everyday luxury. With a philosophy rooted in <em>savoir vivre</em>, Milanese elegance, and a deep tribute to women, Sabi ... Show More
1h 43m
Nov 12
Carl Pei: Founder & CEO of Nothing – Reinventing Tech, Inspiring Creativity, & Building a Hardware Revolution
<p>The Gstaad Guy sits down with Carl Pei, Founder & CEO of Nothing, to explore what it means to build a hardware company from scratch in an industry dominated by software giants. Known for making technology emotional, expressive, and fun again, Carl brings a perspective that ... Show More
1h 6m
Nov 5
William Hanson: Author of Just Good Manners – Etiquette, British Dining Codes, & The Art of Grace in a Noisy World
<p>The Gstaad Guy sits down with William Hanson, one of the world’s leading etiquette authorities and author of <em>Just Good Manners</em>, to explore the role of civility and decorum in a rapidly changing world. Known for blending British tradition with contemporary wit, William ... Show More
1h 9m
Nov 2024
AUREUM's Cass DiMicco on Brand Building and Business Management: Trend Forecasting, Personal Style, and the AUREUM Journey
Cass DiMicco, founder of AUREUM Collective, joins us to share her journey from being a buyer to building a luxury fashion brand, AUREUM, known for its high-quality accessories like sunglasses, belts, and jewelry. Cass discusses her background in trend forecasting, how she and her ... Show More
37m 12s
Dec 2024
From Handbags to Haute Couture: Overcoming Fashion Industry Hurdles, Reframing Failure, and the Power of Persistence with Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger
As a designer, breaking into the fashion industry can be challenging even when you have the best connections. Success requires grit, determination, resilience, and the ability to keep getting back up after failures and setbacks. Just ask Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Founder & Creative D ... Show More
42m 55s
Mar 2020
Gabriela Hearst on Why Making Things That Stand the Test of Time Matters
<p>Since launching her eponymous label in 2015, the Uruguayan-born, New York–based designer Gabriela Hearst has become known for her sincere, forward-thinking approach to sustainability; her slow-growth business ethos; the long waiting lists for her limited-production handbags; h ... Show More
54m 43s
Nov 2024
Branding Essentials for Business and Career Success with Steven Wolfe Pereira & Marisa Thalberg
What makes a brand memorable? Why do some brands feel like home, while others remain simply functional? In this episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel speaks with industry experts Steven Wolfe Pereira and Marisa Thalberg, who share insights from years of leadership in branding and ... Show More
34m 44s
Aug 2024
Kate Spade Co-Founder On How to Build A Fashion Empire
Start & Grow Your Fashion Brand For Free Here: https://www.skool.com/fashionanticourse/about Get Your Brand/Designs Reviewed For Free Here: https://www.skool.com/fashionanticourse/about In this week's episode, we sat down with Kate Spade Co founder, and Francis Valentine Founder, ... Show More
55m 36s
Jan 2025
From Food Stamps to Seven Figures: How Nikole Mitchell Did it Utilizing OF
<p>In this episode of Founder’s Story, guest Nikole Mitchell discusses her background transitioning through multiple careers—teacher, bartender, religious leader, Etsy shop owner—and how she eventually discovered OnlyFans (OF). She shares insights on content creation, diversifica ... Show More
22m 9s