today on read receipt i’m talking with luana bumachar from peach not plastic a clean, vegan, 100% plastic-free personal care brand. as the vice president of grove collaborative, luana started a mission to destroy the idea that sustainable products need to sacrifice consumer enjoyment.

we explore crafting a framework for collaborations, analyzing consumer trends, and how being authentic is the key to success both personally and professionally.

today on read receipt i’m talking with lauren berlingeri and katie kaps from higher dose, the lifestyle brand built on biohacking and allowing users to get glowing infrared benefits from the comfort of home. after learning the challenges that come with location-based businesses,  discovered bringing self-care in the home would be a game-changer.

we explore bio-hacking, building strong relationships with manufacturers, and the power of solid advisors.

today on read receipt i’m talking with sophie bakalar from fable, the design-forward gear company that solves problems for you and your furry pals. along with her brother, jeremy, sophie leveraged her experience in consumer-brand investing to create an impactful pet brand.

we explore how to identify evolving consumer trends, the timeline of product production, and why companies need to fix real life problems in order to get maximum word-of-mouth marketing.

today on read receipt i’m talking with allison ellsworth from poppi, the gut healthy soda company that's bringing the body benefits to bubbles. after leaving a career in the oil industry, allison started brewing poppi in her own kitchen. through farmer's market word-of-mouth, poppi would launch in the retailer giant whole foods.

we explore how running a business is like raising a kid, what being on shark tank is like, and how to trust your gut as a founder.

today on read receipt i’m talking with kristin olszewski from nomadica the high quality, sustainably sourced canned wine brand. after a successful career as a sommelier, kristin was drawn to the carbon footprint-lite world of wine in a can. placing design and quality at the forefront, nomadica the winemaking landscape.

we explore tactically changing your work habits, prioritizing your mental health as a founder, and creating a healthy work culture for a team.

today on read receipt i’m talking with dr. amy divaraniya from oova, the first fertility translator with lab-quality readings. after experiencing fertility troubles herself, amy set out to found a company that would empower women with knowledge of their health, hormones, and cycles.

we explore how to be strategic with raising funds, finding employees who believe in your business, and how the pandemic forever changed the fertility industry.

today on read receipt i’m talking with stefan miller from young king, the natural hair care brand specifically crafted for black and brown boys. along with his wife, cora, stefan leveraged their 20 years of experience in marketing and product development to create a brand that would reshape the beauty industry.

we explore how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable, how to find the nuance in your consumer's needs, and why it's so important to empower black and brown boys to be their authentic selves.

today on read receipt i’m talking with jordann windschauer from base culture the 100% paleo,  gluten and grain-free baked goods company satisfying sweet tooths. after discovering a career in event planning was far too hectic, jordann found herself taking part in a paleo challenge at her local crossfit gym. noticing the mental and physical benefits of the diet, she began making paleo baked goods from home. after a successful grassroots facebook run, base culture found itself launching in retailers like walmart and kroger.

we explore how the best ideas come from personal needs, how to go into a pitch meeting with guns blazing, and how to enjoy those quiet moments in your business' growth.

for founders, investing in other founders' success is key. 

today on read receipt i'm chatting with heather hartnett from human ventures, the venture platform that helps incubate, fund, and connect entrepreneurs to the resources they need.

having come from a family where launching start-ups was the norm, hartnett has stellar instincts to help businesses grow and thrive.

we talk meaningful networking, creating compound success, and what venture capitalists look for when deciding to believe in a business.

today on read receipt i’m talking with kate from kate mcleod, the natural cocoa butter stone company that asks "what are you putting on your skin?" after discovering a career in finance wasn't for her, kate traveled abroad and found her love for cooking. through a turn of events, she'd apply all her knowledge of tempering chocolate into a simple ingredient recipe for smooth skin and self care. it's a product that would land on goop's gift guide its very first year.

today we explore the benefits of non-traditional career paths, the value of a good blind email, and how launching a business is like any relationship: it comes with ebbs and flows.