Episode 20: Based in NYC, Jarry Lee is an agency-signed model, actor, musician, influencer, and former journalist originally from England, Wales, and Connecticut. Jarry has a following of over 850,000+ across her verified social media channels, and appeared as herself on the Netflix show “Dating Around.” In this episode, we chat about:

• Why Jarry left her career at Buzzfeed to pursue acting and modeling
• What is was like filming Neflix’s “Dating Around”
• The importance of diversity and representation in the media
• How the entertainment industry has changed since the pandemic 

You can follow Jarry Lee on Instagram 

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Episode 19: Founded in 2020 by Dana Cohen, Hyer Goods is a sustainable fashion brand offering accessories created from upcycled leather and fabric scraps. By reusing discarded materials, Hyer Goods reduces the energy and waste associated with traditional production methods. Cohen explains, "My corporate fashion career coincided with the fast fashion era, driving me to create a brand aligned with sustainability and environmental responsibility."

In this episode, we chat about:

• How Dana's career in corporate fashion led her to create a sustainable brand 
• Ways consumers can create change in the fashion industry 
• Tips for shopping sustainably and reducing waste in your life 
• Her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs 

You can follow Hyer Goods on Instagram and Facebook 

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Episode 18: Ashley Jennett is the founder of The Bee and The Fox, a lifestyle and apparel brand known for their unique vintage-style t-shirts. Jennett started her business in 2014 with $700 and a small assortment of children’s shirts on Etsy. Today, the business is a popular e-commerce platform with mugs, key chains, stickers, greeting cards, and apparel for kids, babies, women, and men.  

In this episode, we chat about:

• How Jennett turned her business from a side hustle to a full-time job 
• Tips for staying inspired during challenging times 
• Balancing work and life as an entrepreneur 

You can follow The Bee and Fox on Instagram and shop on The Bee and Fox Site 

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Episode 17: Marvin Revells, the creative director at 3NY, a women's boutique in Soho, NYC, plays a vital role in curating a sales platform for European and Southeast Asian clothing designers. For over a decade, 3NY's team has offered hand-picked contemporary pieces from emerging designers to clients worldwide. Revells addresses being a Black man in the fashion industry and the issue of diversity, stating, "Companies should reflect what they represent. Diversity is crucial. It's not enough to use Black models; we need Black decision-makers in the industry. There are many talented African Americans ready to contribute." 

How Revells got his start in the fashion industry  

How NY creates unique experiences for its customers 

3NY’s adaptation to COVID-19 business conditions  

The fashion industry’s BIPOC diversity issue  

You can follow 3NY on Instagram and shop on the 3NY Site 

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Episode 16: Before founding Cannuka, CEO Michael Bumgarner's skincare routine consisted of a bar of Dial Soap. Today, he leads the world's largest CBD beauty brand, with partnerships at Ulta Beauty, Neiman Marcus, and 2,000 other retail locations. Bumgarner's farming background sparked his interest in cannabis and its potential in the beauty industry. "My passion for industrial hemp led me to explore the skincare sector as an ideal space to introduce people to the benefits of cannabis," he explained.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Cannuka is reintroducing cannabis to consumers 
• The scaling process in a competitive and rapidly growing industry 
• How hemp can bring jobs to rural America 
• Cannuka’s unique formulation and future expansion  

You can follow Cannuka on Instagram and shop Cannuka's Site 

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Episode 15: When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Austin high schoolers Sarah Zeng and Alice Huang faced canceled summer plans and the challenges of remote learning. They responded by creating Dough Re Mi Cookie Co, a small cookie business, to bring homemade treats and support COVID relief. The friends, ages 16 and 15, have donated over $3,000 to All Together ATX. They bake classic cookies and dog treats, introducing new recipes each month. In this episode, we discuss:

• How Dough Re Mi is giving back to their community  
• Lessons learned from starting a business while still in high school 
• How Dough Re Mi grew their social media presence via TikTok  
• Advice for young entrepreneurs 

You can follow Dough Re Mi on Instagram and shop the Dough Re Mi Site.

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Episode 14: Audree Lopez is an NYC-based fashion and celebrity stylist, editor, and consultant. In 2018, Lopez launched her digital course and community for fashion students, Fashion Fundamentals, where she shares her tips for breaking into the world of fashion. In this episode, we discuss:

• The role networking played in Lopez’s career growth 
• How Audree is helping break barriers in the fashion industry 
• What you should know about pursuing a career in fashion 
• Tips for stepping out of your comfort zone 

Audree Lopez on Instagram | Audree Kate Studios Site | Simply Audree Kate Blog | Fashion Fundamentals Course 

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Episode 13: Journalist and former swim coach, Paulana Lamonier, launched Black People Will Swim, in hopes of dismantling the long-standing stereotype that Black people can’t swim. In this episode, we discuss:

• Paulana’s journey to end racial stereotypes and empower the Black community 
• How Black People Will Swim is creating an open and accepting environment through its classes and initiatives 
• The role swimming plays in self-development and confidence-building 
• Paulana’s long-term goals for her business  

Check out the Black People Will Swim Site and follow Black People Will Swim on Instagram.

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Episode 12: Nadine Joseph is the founder and entrepreneur behind Peak and Valley, a health and wellness company that offers science-backed, and honest products to the world of wellness. Nadine discovered the stress-relieving properties of adaptogens like reishi mushroom and ashwagandha while researching stress neuroscience in a lab. Her personal experience with chronic stress, anxiety, and skin issues led her to create smoothie blends with these adaptogens, resulting in improved well-being and the birth of Peak and Valley Co.

In this episode, we chat about:

• How Nadine's research career led her to start the company 
• Using digital marketing and social media to grow your business 
• How Peak and Valley is helping people balance stress 
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs 

Nadine Joseph on Instagram | Peak and Valley on Instagram | Peak and Valley Site  

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Episode 11: Fashion designer Ardelle Fawehinmi talks about how she started her fashion brand, Ardelle, in 2019. She began her journey by studying visual arts and design at the British School of Performing Arts and Technology. Later, she continued her education at the London College of Fashion, where she focused on fashion styling and production. Her venture into design took a significant step when she pursued a master's degree.

• Ardelle's creative design process for new collections
• Her experience interning for brands like Hugo Boss and Erdem
• Advice for aspiring designers of color  

Ardelle Fawehinmi on Instagram | Ardelle on Instagram | Ardelle Site 

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