In this episode, we sit down with Halima Hussein, the dynamic Founder & Managing Director of Marketing In Colour, the first influencer agency dedicated to amplifying Black-owned brands. With a remarkable career spanning some of the world's biggest agencies like Ogilvy, Buttermilk, and Billion Dollar Boy, Halima has collaborated with global brands including Samsung, L’Oréal, Lipton Tea, Heineken, Amazon, Virgin Games, and more.
Beyond her professional achievements, Halima holds a Law degree from Brunel University and a Master’s in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Management from Imperial College Business School, where she graduated with Dean’s List Honors.
Join us as Halima takes us through her incredible journey, from launching her first beauty company at 19 to building an influencer marketing agency.
00:00 - Intro
01:37 - What Inspired You To Start A Beauty Company At 19?
04:05 - Why Did You Decide To Pursue A Law Degree?
04:40 - What Happened To H.H Glam?
06:55 - What New Things Can We Expect?
07:30 - Doing A Master's Was The Best Decision I Made
09:44 - What Pulled You In That Direction?
12:38 - Working For Ogilvy In The UK
16:52 - How Did It Feel To Find Your Calling & Passion?
18:57 - How Was It Working For Your Dream Brands?
23:46 - Why I Left Corporate
25:47 - Why Did You Move To Dubai?
29:52 - Why Did You Launch Marketing In Colour?
35:32 - Being Around Inspiring People
37:58 - How Pivotal Is Your Relationship With Your Family?
40:00 - Greatest Advice You’ve Received
42:11 - Recent Book or Podcast That Has Inspired You
42:48 - Leader or Entrepreneur You Look Up To
43:17 - Advice To 19-Year-Old Halima
44:00 - What Don’t People Expect About You?