Office Chats with Madame Blue

Episode 39: Liz Cook is the Founder and CEO of One Seed, an organic perfume brand based in Australia.One Seed perfumes are free of synthetics and contain all-natural ingredients that are gentle on the body and the environment. Liz launched One Seed in 2009 after first building and selling three natural skincare boutiques in South Australia. She has been a part of the natural and organic beauty world for over twenty years, formulating natural fragrances for her own brands and other skincare and wellness brands worldwide.In this episode, Liz discusses:Her journey growing One Seed The importance of being informed about the products we put on and in our bodiesWhat inspires her to create new, unique scentsLittle-known facts about the perfume industryLeadership advice everyone can learn from If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 38: Alisa Pospekhova is the founder of Kindroot. Kindroot offers plant-based lozenges infused with vitamins, adaptogens, herbs, and aromatherapy flavors. They are gluten-free, made with organic ingredients, and made in the US!In this episode, Alisa talks about:What inspired her to create KindrootHow she got her product into retailers and stayed in themHer advice for growing a business independently and the benefits of doing soIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 37: Coabi Kastan and Janine Seale are the Founders of Out Of Office. Out Of Office is a travel app that allows users to discover the best hotels, restaurants, and must-sees curated by friends and influencers. Instead of searching through texts, Instagram, or Yelp to curate your next getaway, you can find everything you need in Out Of Office!In this episode, Coabi and Jan discuss:How Out Of Office is changing the way people travelThe importance of female representation in male-dominated spacesAdvice for founders preparing to start a businessThe key to having a successful business partnership with a friendIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 36: Connie Shih is the Founder and CEO of Heralogie, an eco-friendly period underwear brand. After trying dozens of brands on the market, Connie created Heralogie to fit a need she had for period underwear that was both comfortable and extremely effective in preventing menstrual leaks. In this episode, Connie discusses:Leaving a successful career at an investment firm to start a small businessThe challenges of growing a brand in the menstrual care industryHer advice for growing an online following and customer baseThe importance of de-stigmatizing periods and period povertyIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kim Lewis is best known as the lead designer behind ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition." She is the founder of Kim Lewis Designs in Austin, TX.In six years with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Kim designed over 120 homes in 43 states. Her work has been featured on networks like ABC, HGTV, TLC, National Geographic, FYI's "Tiny House Nation,” and more. Today, Kim designs for restaurants, hotels, boutiques, and even the homes of celebrities. I was also thrilled to learn that Kim is a fellow Texas Aggie!In this episode, Kim discusses: The journey to starting her own design companyHow she has seen design change peoples' livesHer advice for working momsThe importance of displaying grit through life's challenges. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 34: Sophia Karbowski is the Co-Founder of Rollin' and Bowlin' Cafes and Rollin' n Bowlin'. Rollin’ n Bowlin’ started with açaí bowl cafes on college campuses after Sophia and her Co-Founder Austin Patry saw a lack of healthy food options at Texas Christian University. Today, Rollin’ n Bowlin’ cafes are on seven college campuses across the U.S., offering healthy smoothies, acai bowls, and more. Rollin' n Bowlin' is not only a health foods cafe for college students but their healthy snack options like nut-butter-filled dates can be found on their website and in grocery stores nationwide.In this episode, Sophia shares the lessons she's learned while growing two businesses, how Rollin' n Bowlin' is supporting young entrepreneurs across the country, her mission to make healthy snacks more accessible, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 33: Mary Young is the founder of her namesake lingerie and swimwear brand with a mission to empower women of all sizes. Founded in 2014, Mary Young is based in Montreal, Canada, and is committed to creating ethically made garments with quality, environmentally safe materials.In this episode we discuss:How Mary started her lingerie company after graduating from collegeThe making of ethically-made slow-fashion garmentsMary Young's initiatives to promote self-love and inclusivity Mary's advice for young entrepreneurs If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 32: Ria Safford is the Founder and CEO of RiOrganize, a modern organization company based in Southern California and the Dallas/Fort Worth area that offers full-service luxury organization, design, and space planning. In this episode, Ria discusses:Leaving a six-figure job to launch her business Growing a side-hustle into a full-time careerTop advice for founders and entrepreneursSimple steps anyone can take to get organizedIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe/follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 31: Diana Jarrar is the Founder and CEO of Magic Dates, a vegan snack company that takes dates, walnuts, and other natural ingredients and covers them in 100% dark chocolate. Diana recently appeared on Shark Tank where she made a deal with Kevin O’Leary for $150,000 in exchange for 33.3% of the business.In this episode, Diana discusses:How her culture inspired her to create Magic DatesThe history of dates and the benefits that make them a superfoodPitching on Shark Tank and making a deal with Mr. WonderfulHer advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the CPG spaceYou can learn more and shop for Magic Dates here. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 30: Tim Chan is the Co-Founder of So Gay Rosé and the current Senior Director of Commerce at Rolling Stone.Along with his friend and Co-Founder Josh Campbell, Tim took on an exciting wine venture with a mission to support the LGBTQ+ community and redefine the meaning of the phrase, “That’s so gay.”In this episode, we discuss: How Tim and Josh turned a spur of the moment idea into a businessWhy Tim believes entrepreneurs should have a back up plan or multiple sources of incomeHow So Gay Rosé is promoting self-love and acceptance while breaking stereotypes and supporting the queer community  P.S. You can use the code TIMFRIENDS for $20 off your purchase at sogayrose.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts and be sure to subscribe/follow the show on your preferred streaming platform. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 29: Sequoyah Johnson is the creator behind The Coy Collection, a small ceramics business based in Austin, Texas. In this episode, she shares her journey to growing a small business with a mission to spread joy, what collaborating with organizations like Nike and West Elm was really like, her advice for small business owners, and more.You can keep up with Sequoyah and The Coy Collection online and on social media. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review! It goes a long way and helps grow the show. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 28: Today’s guest is Sarah Uslan. Sarah is a celebrity and editorial makeup artist that has worked with Beyoncé, Florence Pugh, Emma Roberts, and more. Her work has been featured on the red carpet and in magazines like Allure, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle.In 2022, Sarah launched LULA—a clean beauty company that provides natural products made with nourishing botanicals and essential oils that give the skin a healthy glow. LULA’s packaging is made from recyclable materials and as part of their broader commitment to sustainability, they use a zero waste platform to keep empty jars & bottles out of landfills.In this episode, Sarah shares her career journey as a celebrity makeup artist including working with Bobbi Brown, what inspired her to create LULA, and her mission to create multi-generational good. Sarah’s Mom, Nancy Uslan, also joined this episode to discuss her organization NEU Global, which supports clean water initiatives in the U.S. and Rwanda. They’re partnering with LULA for a great cause duri

Episode 27: Harshit Gupta and Elliott Curelop are the founders of Madhu Chocolate, an Austin-based chocolate company that infuses a variety of Indian spices, nuts, and flavors into their chocolate.They ethically source high-quality cacao beans with fair and transparent trading. Their facility operates on 100% renewable wind energy, and they compost a large number of their waste products in an ongoing effort to minimize their carbon footprint.In this episode, Elliott and Harshit share how they started their company, their inspiration for creating unique flavors, their advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and more.You can keep up with Madhu on social media @madhuchocolate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 26: Maria Karr, Co-Founder and CEO of Rumore Beauty (@rumore_beauty), the first and only online platform dedicated to the discovery of Russian beauty products in the U.S.Maria was born and raised in Russia, in the Siberian city of Barnaul, but since 2007, New York City has been her home. Before creating Rumore, Maria led PR, communications, and influencer marketing efforts for leading global beauty brands for the past 10 years. Today, Rumore Beauty has been featured in Forbes, Allure, Vogue, and more.In this episode, Maria discusses what led her to create Rumore beauty, her advice for other start-ups, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 25: In 2017, Ashley Oerman joined Cosmopolitan as the senior wellness editor, becoming Hearst's first editor to work on both print and digital teams. Today, Ashley is Cosmopolitan's lifestyle director, overseeing the brand's food, home, money, career, and health content both online and in magazines. Her work has reached millions of eyes across the U.S. and internationally.Ashley discusses: How she got her start in the editorial industryWhat working at Cosmopolitan is likeHer career advice for young writers and content creators    You can follow Ashley Oerman on Instagram and LinkedIn.You can find this interview and many more by subscribing to Office Chats on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Follow @officechats on Instagram for more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 24: Nina Rowan is the Director of Marketing at Wardrobe—the world’s largest luxury and archive vintage clothing rental service. In this episode, we discuss Nina’s career in the fashion industry, how wardrobe is shaking things up in the industry, and her advice for young professionals.We discuss:- How Nina went from an intern on Wardrobe’s startup team to Director of Marketing- How Wardrobe is paving the way for new consumer habits- What it’s like working for a startup in the fashion industry- The role influencers and social media play in the company’s marketing strategyShop Wardrobe and follow Wardrobe on Instagram and Nina Rowan on InstagramYou can find this interview and many more by subscribing to Office Chats on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Follow @officechats on Instagram for more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 23: Cristina Lynch is the Founder and CEO of Mi Golondrina—a fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by the rich and colorful culture of Mexico. Every Mi Golondrina garment is born in the small villages of Mexico, hand-stitched by skilled artisans who have been using these methods for over 200 years. As a young girl, Cristina frequented her grandfather’s ranch house in Mexico and would see small swallows or ‘golondrinas’ nesting in the eaves of the roof. She envisioned these golondrinas flying about, delivering the beauty of Mexico to women all over the world.We discuss:- How Cristina decided to start her own business- The biggest challenges she’s faced in bringing her brand to the market- How she’s been able to scale a handmade clothing business- What about the Mexican culture inspires her the most- Lessons she learned from her entrepreneurial family and career experiences, including working at Oscar de la RentaMi Golondrina’s Website | Mi Golondrina on Instagram and FacebookFollow Cristina Lynch on Ins

As a television personality from the popular reality tv shows The Bachelor and Bachelor In Paradise, Kendall Long is the author of Just Curious: A Notebook of Questions. Inspired by her time on the show as well as her personal life, Just Curious aims to enhance and strengthen human connections.We discuss:- What Kendall's experience was like on The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise- How her book, Just Curious, creates deeper connections and sparks curiosity - What sparks her passion for taxidermy- Her advice for aspiring authorsYou can check out Kendall Long on Instagram and Kendall's Website.You can find this interview and many more by subscribing to Office Chats on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Follow @officechats on Instagram for more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Casey Dworkin is the founder and creative director of Sylven New York, a sustainable, luxury footwear brand. Born on Earth Day, Dworkin has been dedicated to sustainable practices from a young age as a result. Before launching her own line, Dworkin spent her professional career working within small footwear and fashion companies, and attributes a lot of her early knowledge and experience to “being thrown in the deep end.” When she decided to launch a company of her own, she felt compelled to base her brand equally on craftsmanship and mission – finally getting the opportunity to combine her affinities for both fashion and sustainability.Recently, Casey has been working to redesign footwear from the inside out, focusing on materials such as apple leather (a vegan material made from organic apple waste), linings made from wheat and corn byproducts, leathers treated naturally with tree barks, and vegan leathers derived from 100% recycled fibers.We discuss:- How Casey is turning food waste into luxury shoes- The

Based in NYC, Jarry Lee is an agency-signed model, actor, musician, influencer, and former journalist originally from England, Wales, and Connecticut. Jarry has a following of over 850,000+ across her verified social media channels, and appeared as herself on the Netflix show “Dating Around.”We talk about:Why Jarry left her career at Buzzfeed to pursue acting and modelingWhat is was like filming Neflix’s “Dating Around”The importance of diversity and representation in the mediaHow the entertainment industry has changed since the pandemic You can follow Jarry Lee on Instagram You can find this interview and many more by subscribing to Office Chats on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Follow @officechats on Instagram for more content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.