Join us as Jess Riffle shares her incredible journey from small-town dreams to leading corporate social commerce. Discover her insights on influencer marketing, sustainability, and the power of perseverance on this episode of Minutes with Mike.

In this episode of Minutes with Mike, Mike Ryan sits down with Landree Bower, Senior Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW). Landree shares her journey from college intern to industry leader, offering insights on building authentic partnerships, empowering women in beauty, and navigating trends like AI, sustainability, and direct‑to‑consumer innovation. Expect candid conversation, career lessons, and an inside look at how CEW continues to shape the future of the beauty industry.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• PIMS
• CEW

Links referenced in this episode:

• cew.org
• sponsorship.cew.org

Join Minutes with Mike as Mike sits down with Iryna Kremin, founder of the INNOCOS Summit—one of the beauty industry’s most inspiring global events. Discover how she built a thriving international community connecting beauty, wellness, and fragrance leaders through innovation, authentic relationships, and purposeful networking. Expect insights on event building, entrepreneurship, and the trends shaping beauty and wellness—from AI to human connection.

In this episode of Minutes with Mike, PIMS Chief Networking Officer Mike Ryan sits down with marketing thought leader and founder Sedge Beswick to explore the evolution of influencer marketing, work-life balance, and the entrepreneurial journey behind building a global agency. Hear how Sedge grew SEEN Connects from startup to success story, her reflections on leadership and motherhood, and her insights on the future of digital influence. Perfect for marketers, founders, and anyone inspired by real stories of growth, grit, and innovation.