Hannah Sivak
Re-think the basics, re-examine the “normal”. We take too much for granted that shouldn’t. Look at other fields of expertise and see how they do things. Known as a…
beauty
Beauty is personal. Literally. It’s the one industry where the product goes on your face. The founders in this section are building beauty brands, skincare companies, cosmetics lines, and wellness products. All while navigating an industry that’s simultaneously ancient and constantly reinventing itself.
These interviews cover the full beauty landscape. Skincare. Makeup. Haircare. Clean beauty. Men’s grooming. The tools and technology that support the industry. And the direct-to-consumer brands that changed how beauty products reach people.
What makes these founders interesting is the combination of science and storytelling. Beauty products need to work. But they also need to make people feel something. The founders here understand both sides. They talk about formulation and branding with equal fluency.
You’ll find insights on product development, retail strategy, building beauty brands in a crowded market, influencer relationships, and the shift toward clean and sustainable beauty. Also the challenge of standing out when every brand claims to be revolutionary. If you’re building in beauty, these founders have perspective on the industry that goes deeper than skin deep. Sorry. Had to.
Kavita Channe
If people aren’t laughing at your dreams then you’re not dreaming big enough. Kavita Channe is a sports and entertainment TV host and producer, TV personality, entrepreneur, philanthropist and…
Eve Dawes
Born and raised in England, Eve Dawes is a graduate of London Studio Center and went on to tour internationally as a professional dancer before becoming a fitness professional, WBFF…
Sara Saidy
Plan your day, your week, your life! But also be flexible when things don’t go according to your plan. Sara Saidy is an actor, director, writer, artist, and co-founder…
Farouk Shami
Listen to others and observe the world around you. Inspiration comes from both and has never failed me. Dr. Farouk Shami, an immigrant and son of a Sheikh and Chief…
Ginger King
Ginger King has been passionately creating beauty products from concept to finish for more than twenty years. She is well versed in innovative concepts, creative product formulation, advanced technology applications,…
Ashley Black
Have a plan for how you want to fund your business up front and execute that vision. Ashley Black was born in Alabama with a debilitating disease called Juvenile…
Christopher Harris
Don’t give up, even if you want to many times over. Christopher Harris is a small business owner of Clean Slate Ink located in Austin, TX. He received his…
Rayner Urdaneta
If you can master your own time management, you can have balance as well as success. When you have the power of a supportive family, the graciousness of heart,…
Lucy Splichal
Get up, dust yourself off, and keep going again and again. Lucy Splichal is the co-founder of the San Diego-based beauty brand, Cheeky Physique. As a former fashion designer…
Lauren Petermeyer
If you aren’t sure about moving forward with an idea, just do it. There will never be a “right” time. Lauren Petermeyer is Editor-in-Chief of Morethanglam.com, a resource for young…
Madhu Challa
Nothing is achieved because of easy choices. Hard choices give us the courage to believe. Madhu Challa is the Founder and CEO of Pretty Pokets, a CA-based startup launched…