In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I sit down with Lauren Kleinman, Founder of Dreamday and Co-founder of Quality Media. Lauren shares her journey from working at Ritual and Scopely to building not just one, but two thriving agencies that are reshaping how brands approach PR, affiliate, …

When it comes to building lasting health and wellness brands, few people have as much lived experience as Raza Bashir. As Chief Innovation Officer at Iovate Health Sciences International, Raza has spent nearly two decades turning cutting-edge science into products that make a real difference in peo…

I had such a powerful and eye-opening conversation with Lisa Curtis, Founder & CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods.  Lisa shared her incredible journey that began in the Peace Corps in Niger, where she first discovered moringa, a nutrient-packed “tree leaf” that transformed her health. What started as a simple …

I had a truly meaningful and inspiring conversation with Jenny Yue, Co-Founder of Ohme Foods. Jenny shared how her personal health journey, such as losing 50 pounds, rediscovering fitness, and building confidence through small daily wins, became the spark that inspired her to create Ohme.  What beg…

I had the chance to sit down with Steve Booher, the founder and CEO of Always Full, and what an inspiring conversation it was. Steve’s entrepreneurial journey spans decades, from walking away from a “lifetime” corporate job to building multiple companies across engineering, manufacturing, and ag-te…

From the Archives: Back in May 2024, I had the pleasure of sitting down with John Molloy, Co-founder and CEO of Memo Paris, to explore the fascinating world of fragrance and the art of memory it evokes. John shared his journey from fashion to perfumery, the courage it took to leave a...

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Angus Rittenburg, Co-Founder and CEO of WYNK, to explore one of the fastest-growing trends in the beverage industry: low-dose THC drinks. Angus shared his incredible journey from engineering at Tesla and SpaceX to launching a scrappy startup with...

I had such a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Cara Dumaplin, the CEO & Founder of Taking Cara Babies. Cara shared her deeply personal journey—from her background as a neonatal nurse and wife of a pediatrician to her own struggles with sleep deprivation as a new ...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Cynthia Sakai, Founder & CEO of EvolveTogether, and this conversation was both inspiring and deeply human.  Cynthia shared how her journey from jewelry design to launching a wellness-focused essentials brand began during...

I had such an inspiring conversation with Noelle O’Connor, the founder of Tan Organic and Skin Magic. From building one of the cleanest sunless tanning brands in the world to creating a multi-use balm that families can trust, Noelle’s story is packed with passion, resilience, and...

I had such an inspiring conversation with Luna Aziz, the CEO & Founder of Legendairy Milk.  What started as her personal struggle with breastfeeding and milk supply has grown into a mission-driven brand that supports women through every stage of life—from trying...

I had such a fascinating conversation with Anthony Boldin, Founder of LiveComplete. This isn’t just another protein brand; what Anthony and his team are building could truly change how we think about food, nutrition, and even the future of plant-based eating. What struck me most was...

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Lolita Sanders, Founder of Umthi.  From the very first moment, it was clear how deeply personal her mission is—Umthi isn’t just a skincare brand, it’s rooted in family, culture, and the wisdom passed down through...

I had such a great time talking with Dario Phillips, Co-founder of Slowtide. What started as a simple idea—a better beach towel—has grown into a lifestyle brand that’s as much about art and culture as it is about function.  Dario shared how Slowtide turned a category...

I loved this conversation with Clive Sher, President & Co-founder of Little Bellies.  As a parent myself, I’ve heard many brands talk about “organic” or “better-for-you” snacks, but I’ve never heard anyone break it down the way Clive did. From the very ...

I had such an inspiring conversation with Lorraine Corcoran, Founder & CEO of Nyrah Beauty. Her journey into skincare was deeply personal, sparked by her own search for products that truly worked for her sensitive skin. What began as frustration turned into a...