What happens when two stylish best friends join forces to build a jewelry and fashion brand that’s equally bold, beautiful, and sustainable? Carolina Cordon-Bouzan and Gayle Yelon, co-founders of Montserrat New York, are proving that self-made women can do it all, with lab-grown diamonds, jetset-inspired fashion, and a whole lot of entrepreneurial grit. In this episode, we talk about building a business from scratch, redefining success as a creative entrepreneur, and why community, mindset, and personal growth are essential parts of the journey. Whether you’re a fashion lover, business coach for women, or someone exploring lifestyle and culture through a personal development lens, you’ll walk away inspired by their clarity, style, and action.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Meet Carolina and Gayle, co-founders of Montserrat New York

01:45 From friendship to co-founders: how it all started

03:30 Designing for the woman on the go: from gym to cocktails

05:10 The fashion philosophy behind Montserrat NY

07:15 Creating their own trends by listening to their customers

10:00 Entrepreneurship and mindset coaching for women

12:45 Family legacy and becoming self-made women

15:00 The power of network and asking for support

18:20 What makes a powerful woman in business today

22:00 Busting myths about entrepreneurship and fashion

25:15 Redefining success through purpose and sustainability

27:30 What they’re manifesting next and how you can help

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com.

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