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From CIA to CEO: The Journey from Near-Death to Luxury Sleepwear with Emily Hikade, Founder and CEO of Petite Plume


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Before having children, former CIA Officer Emily Hikade was fearless when carrying out dangerous missions. Experiencing a near-death experience forced Emily to confront her own mortality, leading to a pivotal moment in her life. 

In 2015, Emily founded Petite Plume, a luxury sleepwear company in order to provide more safety for her family. Inspired by her travels, Emily began to create high-quality children's sleepwear without flame-retardant chemicals. Emily believes her experience working for the CIA has made her a more resilient entrepreneur. Knowing that the ups and downs of business are not life or death situations, Emily has created and grown a successful business and retired from a life of high risk.


Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.

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Guest Website:

petite-plume.com

Social Media:

@petiteplume

@emilyhikade


Big Ideas: 

  • Having a high-risk tolerance and the dangers of working for the CIA

  • Experiencing a near-death experience as a mother that changes everything

  • There’s never a right time to start a business

  • Resilience as the key to not failing in business

  • Entrepreneurs never get to relax as each day is a challenge

  • Life after the CIA and staying settled in one place

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