The founder of not one, not two, but six companies, Kelly Roach knows a thing or two about growing and scaling a business. After working in the corporate world and rising through the ranks of a Fortune 500 company, Kelly launched her first company–The Business Advisory–to help founders and CEOs unlock their full potential as leaders. As one of the world’s leading business strategists and mentors, Kelly has dedicated her career to empowering people with the skillset, mindset, and toolset to build successful businesses. In this interview, we discuss the importance of building your skill set, the top mistakes entrepreneurs make, and Kelly’s advice for growing your business.

Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about:

• The three most important skills for any entrepreneur to have
• How Kelly is shifting society forward through the vehicle of entrepreneurship
• The best way to start a company as a first-time entrepreneur and why Kelly focused on scaling her first business before focusing on her next projects
• Why you shouldn’t disqualify yourself from opportunities and what it means to fail your way forward
• The importance of sharing our careers with our kids and why Kelly is exposing her daughter to the entrepreneurial world at a young age

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www.kellyroachinternational.com

IG: @kellyroachofficial

X: @kellyroachlive

LinkedIn: Kelly Roach, CEO

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If you’ve seen someone walking down the street wearing a super chic pair of Mary Janes or ballet flats, chances are they’re from Loeffler Randall. Founder and Chief Creative Officer Jessie Randall launched Loeffler Randall in 2004 with a mission to bring her shoe designs to life in small, thoughtful batches with a focus on quality and detail. Now, Loeffler Randall sells to the world’s largest fashion retailers and has expanded their product line to include handbags, ready-to-wear, and accessories. In March of 2021, Jessie opened Loeffler Randall’s first retail store in the heart of SoHo, NYC. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we discuss launching Loeffler Randall, how Jessie brings her designs to life, and focusing on authenticity when growing your brand. 

Don’t miss this interview where we talk about:

• Jessie’s design experience, her early career, and what sparked the idea to start her own company
• The growing pains of launching–and maintaining–your business as an entrepreneur, and what Jessie has learned over the years
• Scaling your company and hiring your first employees
• How Jessie and her husband maintain a work-life balance while running Loeffler Randall together
• Why Jessie opened Loeffler Randall’s own retail store and what’s coming next for the brand

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www.loefflerrandall.com

IG: @jessie_loeffler_randall

LinkedIn: Loeffler Randall

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From the White House to Spotify, Dustee Jenkins’ career has led her to fulfill many different roles nationally and globally. Currently Spotify’s Chief Public Affairs Officer, Dustee has been recognized by Mashable as one of 10 Pioneering Women Changing the Field of Communications. Before joining Spotify, she served as the Chief Communications Officer and SVP at Target and the director of communications of the Department of Housing and Urban Development as an appointee of President George W. Bush. In this episode, we talk about Dustee’s early career path, her role at Spotify, and soaking in every moment of life’s journey. 

Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

• Growing up in a small town, the importance of having female role models, and chasing the dream of making it in a big city
• Working in the White House and the value of raising your hand and going above and beyond
• Dustee’s love of travel and how to make the most of every trip no matter how long you’re staying
• What true partnership in a marriage looks like and how you are nothing without the people in your corner
• Knowing when it’s time to move on to your next career endeavor and why you should always be seeking growth

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IG: @dusteejenkins

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LinkedIn: Dustee Jenkins

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Diana "DB" Barnes has been constantly evolving throughout her career. Having previously worked in the music, fashion, and tech industries, she is currently the Chief Brand Officer and Creative Director of WHY Brands–a portfolio of consumer lifestyle brands which houses the world's most loved baby lifestyle company Munchkin Inc. She is also the co-founder of Curio, a premium brand of finely crafted home goods designed to elevate the every day. Diana’s work overseeing the creation and execution of brand design and strategy and WHY Brands earned her the honor of being named among 20 of the top CMOs in the world by Fast Company. In this interview, we discuss Diana's career path, her current role at WHY Brands, and the importance of doing things that terrify you. 

Don’t miss this episode where we talk about:

• How Diana’s love of writing and language led to her passion for typography and graphic design
• The many different industries Diana has worked in and why it’s important to broaden your field of knowledge and experience
• WHY Brands’ focus on innovation and how the key to innovation is listening to your customers 
• Joining the team at Munchkin, Diana’s perspective on staying relevant as a legacy brand, and why Diana founded Curio
• What drives Diana creatively and her advice for other creatives who are just starting their professional careers

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www.whybrands.com

IG: @dbartifex

X: @dbartifex

LinkedIn: Diana Barnes “DB”

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In 2014, less than 2% of venture capital dollars went towards female-founded companies. So, Anu Duggal started Female Founders Fund–the first early-stage fund focused on investing exclusively in female founders–to help support the women who are building the companies of tomorrow. Over the last ten years, FFF has become the leading source of institutional capital for female founders with over $3B in enterprise value and Anu is now one of the few female solo GPs managing over $100 AUM in the venture capital industry. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we talk about Anu’s entrepreneurial journey, why she launched Female Founders Fund, and diversifying venture capital. 

Don’t miss this interview where discuss:

• Growing up in multiple countries, how travel builds confidence, and Anu’s early career path
• What Anu learned from her first entrepreneurial venture launching India’s first wine tasting bar before going to business school
• The ins and outs of venture capital funds, what entrepreneurs need to know, and what Anu is looking for when deciding to back a company
• The untapped potential of investing in female founded businesses, FFF’s success stories, and the milestone of returning their first fund
• Being open about the challenges of being a founder and sharing the lessons you’ve learned with those that are just beginning their journeys 

Find Anu:

www.femalefoundersfund.com

IG: @anuduggal; @femalefoundersfund

LinkedIn: Anu Duggal

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While working as a licensed skin therapist and instructor in the ‘80s, Jane Wurwand saw the need for high-quality skincare products within the industry. So, she founded Dermalogica to fill that gap. Now, Dermalogica is one of the top professional skincare brands and continues to train thousands of skin therapists across the globe each year. Jane is also the author of Skin in the Game and the co-founder of the Found/LA, a nonprofit with a mission to connect underserved entrepreneurs and small businesses to the funding, coaching, and community they need to thrive. In this episode, we discuss why Jane founded Dermalogica, what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, and the importance of developing a skill set. Don’t miss this interview where we talk about:

• Jane’s first job working at a salon and how that set her on the path towards becoming a skin therapist
• Embracing the messy journey that is entrepreneurship and asking the question: “how badly do you need it?”
• How Jane identified the white space for quality products and training for skin therapists in the U.S. after she moved to LA
• Dermalogica’s educational foundation and what sets their professional training program apart from the rest
• Jane’s nonprofit Found/LA and what she’s doing to help small businesses find success

Find Jane:

www.dermalogica.com

www.foundla.org

IG: @janewurwand

X: @Dermalogicajane

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IG: @lydiafenet

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Renee Parsons is a leader in business, fashion, and philanthropy. Recently named the Chief Marketing Officer of PXG, Renee has helped usher in a new era of cutting-edge and versatile performance golf and lifestyle clothing designed to seamlessly marry comfort and style. Renee is also the co-founder of The Bob and Renee Parsons Foundation which aims to provide hope and life-changing assistance to vulnerable, underserved, and marginalized populations often overlooked by mainstream philanthropy. In this interview, we talk about how Renee launched PXG Apparel as a fashion industry outsider, the lessons she’s learned while playing golf that also apply to her everyday life, and how she gives back.

Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we discuss:

• PXG focus on providing products that go above and beyond and the benefit of having a direct line of communication with your customers 
• The importance of focus, perseverance, and picking yourself up after a setback
• How Renee is supporting female golf players in a largely male-dominated sport and promoting inclusivity through the PXG brand
• Becoming aware of the artificial timelines imposed on you by others, or by yourself, and letting those timelines go
• The Bob and Renee Parsons Foundation, Renee’s mission when it comes to philanthropy, and what it means to give hope to others
• The first ever PXG Apparel only retail location has opened as a Pop-Up Store, November 1st, 2024 - April 2025 in Scottsdale Fashion Square

Find Renee:

www.reneeparsons.com

www.pxg.com

IG: @reneelparsons

X: @ReneeLParsons

LinkedIn: Renee Parsons

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Mastering any new skill can take years, and that was Paul Ollinger’s experience when he first started doing comedy. After working in sales leadership for fifteen years at companies like Yahoo and Facebook, Paul took the leap to pursue his passion for stand-up comedy and has since opened for top comics like Daniel Tosh and Chelsea Handler, and headlined the legendary Carolines on Broadway in 2019. Paul is also an author, podcast host, and keynote speaker, and his podcast, Reasonably Happy (formerly known as Crazy Money), explores the connection between money, happiness, work, and meaning. In this episode, we discuss Paul’s career path as a comedian, what the mantra “dare to suck” means, and becoming yourself onstage. 

Don’t miss this interview where we talk about:

• How Paul discovered his love for comedy while in business school, why he stepped away from it once, and what eventually brought him back
• Pushing the boundaries, taking risks, and finding your lane 
• Paul’s experience working as one of Facebook’s first 250 employees and how he refound his footing after retiring from the corporate world
• The difference between walking away from something and walking towards something new
• Why Paul started his podcast Reasonably Happy and what it means to be authentically fulfilled

Find Paul:

www.paulollinger.com

IG: @paul_ollinger

X: @Paul_Ollinger

LinkedIn: Paul Ollinger

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Even if you aren’t familiar with Gwen Whiting’s story, you will definitely know her as the founder of The Laundress who’s premium and eco-friendly cleaning products revolutionized how we do our laundry. Over the course of 17 years, Gwen built The Laundress into a household name before eventually selling the company to Unilever in 2019. After watching the brand she created become unrecognizable to her, Gwen created a new start for herself by founding The Fill–a private members cleaning community and collection of sustainable solutions offering maximized luxury and minimal impact. In this interview, we discuss The Laundress’ launch story, Gwen’s experience selling her company, and how she’s reinventing the wheel yet again. Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about:

• Gwen’s inspiration to create The Laundress and what it takes to disrupt and reinvent an entire product category
• Trusting and believing in yourself as a founder and how no one is going to care more about your mission than you
• Selling The Laundress to Unilever, what Gwen learned, and what she would have done differently looking back
• Understanding your brand’s roadmap and exploring all of the opportunities for growth available to you
• Gwen’s new company The Fill and her focus on building community around her brand and products

Find Gwen:

https://www.gwenwhiting.com

https://www.thefillclub.com

IG: @gwenlwhiting; @thefillclub

LinkedIn: Gwen Whiting

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LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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For over two decades, Kate Schelter has been working as an artist, designer, image consultant, and all-around creative, reimagining brand identities and bringing dreams to life with her creative touch and signature blend of color, joy, and vitality. Founder and owner of Kate Schelter LLC, Kate has worked with countless companies such as Bulgari, Veronica Beard, The Colony Palm Beach, and St Regis Hotels. And in her book, Classic Style: Hand It Down, Dress It Up, Wear It Out, Kate curates a collection of simple yet iconic fashion classics to help readers develop a personal style that they love. In this episode, we talk about Kate’s design philosophy and inspirations, pursuing what makes you “nerve-cited”, and how she transformed her passion into a career. 

Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

• Living in NYC in your 20s and how Kate got her start working as a freelance photographer at Vogue
• All of the different facets of Kate’s work, including brand collaborations, her original artwork and illustrations, and her book Classic Style
• Her approach to collaborations and how she incorporates a brand’s identity into her designs 
• Leading with excitement and focusing on what authentically resonates with you
• Kate’s fertility journey and how she learned to reach out and share her burdens with those that support her

Find Kate:

https://www.kateschelter.com

IG: @kateschelter

LinkedIn: Kate Schelter

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LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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