The Retail Darwin

Harry Arnett is co-founder of sport utility gear brand MUNICIPAL with partners Mark Wahlberg and Stephen Levinson. Launched in summer 2020, MUNICIPAL fuses modern street style with sports performance, comfort, and versatility. Prior to MUNICIPAL, Harry served as EVP of Callaway Golf Company and Vice President of Global Marketing at

We did it LIVE! Thank you to all who joined us in @seaportbost for The Retail Darwin LIVE. Our founders and brand officers shared so many anecdotes and snippets of advice for new and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Kelly Brabants, Founder of Booty by Brabants,
Sunni Fleming, Chief Brand Officer of Randolph Sunglasses
Gavin Mosely, Founder of The Garret Group, The Garrett, Borrachito, Chillhouse, and Rocco’s
Susanna Twarog, Founder of SOS Smart Vending Machines
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, Founder of Clerisy (Formerly, GILT Groupe and Glamsquad)

La Vie Style House's one-size-fits-all caftans and wraps have splashed into the fashion scene in a big way. With mentorship from none other than retail-God Andrew Rosen, founders Lindsey and Jamie started their Dallas-based brand (with additional stores now in Palm Beach and the Hamptons) selling caftans out of Lindsey's coat closet to friends. Learn how they found themselves quickly picked up by Barney's, building their flagships store, and how they think about the modern woman's fashion needs in this ultra-chic episode.

Megababe has positioned itself as a total disruptor in the beauty space with their multiple-award-winning products that break down the stigma of everyday body challenges like sweat, chafe, and more. In this episode Taylor and Carina speak with Megababe founder - and beauty inventor - Katie Sturino to talk about her brand's inception, how she rode the prime wave of Instagram, and have a live conversation about the exploration of physical space.

This week's episode comes to us all the way from Charleston South Carolina where Hart Hagerty's namesake jewelry brand HART has created a dialogue around the idea of soulful adornment with their signature talismans and unique charms. Listen in as Taylor and guest co-host Cailey Hudson chat with Hart about her origin story and where she found her sweet spot in the marketplace. Their new pop-up opens May 2023 in Boston's Seaport at The Current.

The wait is over! Season 4 is all about digging deep with influential founders and we're kicking off with a message from @adriannacarrig founder and CEO of @littlewordsproject - it's cool to be kind. Listen in to learn about how her shareable, trackable, original-word-bracelet brand's origin story, explosive growth into physical space, and so much more. Episode one is available now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts with new episodes EVERY MONDAY. https://www.littlewordsproject.com/

In a new panel series "Shop Talk" we meet five influential female founders paving the way in their industries. Our first Shop Talk is hosted in the Boston Seaport featuring business owners within the district. Taylor and Carina are joined by event moderator Ariel Foxman, General Manager of Seaport and former Editor in Chief of InStyle Magazine. 

Listen in as BoF's Sheena Butler-Young discusses how different generations act and react in consumption, employment, and more. Gain insights as Carina Donoso uncovers tips and best-practices for retailers to discover and connect with their dedicated consumers and gain access to tools for your business. Learn more by following @theretaildarwin and letting us know what you'd like to hear about next! 

In this episode, our host are exploring a new idea of renting art for your physical store. Listen in as they speak to art consultant and manager of the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum's art loan program Gabriella Levy to discuss the benefits of renting vs. purchasing, how to go about it, and much more!