Own the Future. w/ Jesse Lee

Own the Future. w/ Jesse Lee

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Own the Future. w/ Jesse Lee episodes

  • S1E4 - Imran Amed: Founder/CEO/editor-in-chief of Business of Fashion (authoritative voice of the global fashion industry)

    Imran details how Business of Fashion was founded from an outsider’s point of view, what role(s) media/fashion may have on culture, and why transparency is imperative in any brand’s success.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

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    19 min
  • S1E5 - February James: Artist (originally from DC, now living in LA)

    February explains why she deletes her social media accounts for long periods of time and how her son has influenced her career as an artist.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

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    9 min
  • S1E6 - Craig Robins: Founder/CEO of Dacra (developer of the Miami Design District)

    Craig discusses the short term effects of Covid and why the future of retail has to include a seamless blend of amazing in-store experience and online convenience; less focus on advertising via social media/SEO.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

    For more on the podcast, visit 

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    12 min
  • S1E7 - Kamauri Yeh: Vice President, Global Women’s Creative Director at Nike (previously at Twitter)

    Kamauri talks about her leadership role within Nike, the importance of focusing on the core consumer, and why a pause sometimes can be a good thing.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

    For more on the podcast, visit 

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    9 min
  • S1E8 - Hector Muelas: Global Group Creative Director at Apple (previously at Rimowa, LVMH, CAA, Wieden+Kennedy and Vice)

    Hector chronicles his career from Europe to the US, spanning almost two decades working at some of the most influential companies in the world; shares the truth behind what makes a brand great.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

    For more on the podcast, visit 

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    13 min
  • S1E9 - Jasmine James: Founder of JJ Vintage (upcycled, vintage label with a retro sports aesthetic)

    Jasmine details her love of vintage from her days growing up in Oklahoma and how her passion and hobby quickly became a fast-growing business.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

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    12 min
  • S1E10 - Samuel Krost: Founder of KROST (mission-driven brand with apparel and collaborations supporting causes)

    Sam discusses the inspiration behind launching the brand, and how supporting friends, communities, and future generations of leaders is imperative to their overall ethos.

    Season 1 (aka ‘the mixtape’) features 10 episodes/guests discussing the world of luxury (Kering), new media landscape (Business of Fashion), the rise of reselling (Scout), experiential retail (Miami Design District), the ritual of an artist/creative (February James), being mission-driven (KROST), re-thinking wellness (Sporty & Rich), upcycling in fashion (JJ Vintage), and achieving ubiquity while remaining authentic as a brand (Apple and Nike).

    For more on the podcast, visit WestwoodWestwood.

    7 min

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Tune in for insight and perspectives from industry leaders and entrepreneurial creatives - covering both timely and timeless subject matters such as the impact of the pandemic, effects of social media, and macro shift in retail/consumer behavior.