Developing an industry collective for women founders in the beauty industry is the inspiration of Carol Christopher, CEO of Ellis Day Skin Science.   It was founded on the belief that although members of the collective are competitors in the beauty industry,the collective would create a space for mutual education, mentoring and awareness-building.  Over 300 founders have joined this industry collective and what a great idea it has proven to be.  Could you form a collective in your industry?

In this podcast you will discover:

1. How Carol decided to start a collective for science-focused women founders/CEO’s in the beauty industry?
2. What were the most important steps in getting the collective off the ground? (building worldwide awareness, getting women to join, etc.)
3. What were the surprises in how the women of the collective interacted and worked on the collective initiatives?
4. What, if any, have been the disappointments or challenges of maintaining and growing the collective?
5. What are a few examples of how Carol personally have benefited from the women of the collective?
6. And how has Carol personally been able to mentor or assist other women?