Sumin Lee on why Beauty of Joseon is blowing up in the US before its native Korea
If you've scrolled TikTok lately, perhaps you've come across a sunscreen from K-beauty brand Beauty of Joseon. On the app, it's somewhat ubiquitous. Sumin Lee is part of a team that acquired the brand...
5 Dec 202446min
Special Episode: The year's Black Friday-Cyber Monday retail trends
According to market research analytics companies and retail industry trade groups, American consumers are forecasted to spend nearly a trillion dollars on holiday shopping this year. Specifically, sh...
28 Nov 202442min
Fundraising lessons with Flamingo Estate founder Richard Christiansen: 'No one cares about the story'
Richard Christiansen has learned many priceless lessons since he began fundraising for his brand, Flamingo Estate, around two years ago. This includes his surprising realization that many investors c...
21 Nov 202452min
JB Skrub's Jill Biren on marketing to tween boys
Before the "aha" moment that led to the creation of JB Skrub, the brand she co-founded with "Modern Family" star Julie Bowen, Jill Biren worked in magazine publishing at Condé Nast for 16 years. But t...
14 Nov 202453min
Skin-care founder Angela Caglia on the stem cell technology that created 437% sales growth: 'It's transformed the business'
After more than seven years in business, Angela Caglia Skincare is having its hockey stick moment. “Our sales are up 437% in the past year,” founder Angela Caglia told Glossy. “We'll finish this year...
7 Nov 202446min
By Rosie Jane's Rosie Jane Johnston on entering mass retail via Target: 'Prestige consumers shop everywhere today'
Years ago, a strong retail strategy often included brands staying in one pricing category, such as mass, prestige or luxury. Today, those best practices have come into question. “It’s strategic, … an...
31 Okt 202443min
Matt Newman (@Mattloveshair) on using educational content to build a large and loyal following
When the pandemic hit, Matt Newman, like many hairstylists, found himself at home unoccupied. Eventually, though, he took his expertise to TikTok — and today, he has 2.4 million followers on the platf...
24 Okt 202446min
Beachwaver’s Sarah Potempa on live-selling and reaching 1 million units sold on TikTok Shop
Sarah Potempa, celebrity hairstylist and co-founder of The Beachwaver, is a live-selling expert. It all started in 2012 when she launched her first product, the original Beachwaver rotating curling ir...
17 Okt 20241h 4min
