Entreprenista

Entreprenista

357 - Lori Harder, Gloci: How She Turned Setbacks Into a Multi-Million Dollar Brand

September 8, 2025

Embracing vulnerability and admitting what you don't know is a superpower that fosters trust and opens doors to mentorship and investment.

356 - Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, BrainTrust: How She Built Four Businesses Without Sacrificing Her Values and Vision

September 1, 2025

Building a successful business requires a strong foundation of community, mentorship, education, and capital, with a clear through-line connecting all endeavors.

355- Gwen Whiting, The Fill: What She Wishes She Knew Before Selling Her Business

August 25, 2025

Selling a business is an emotionally taxing process, akin to sending a child to college, and the post-acquisition experience can be significantly different from expectations, even leading to the decline of the brand.

354 - Leanne Lopez Mosley, Rich Queen: Using AI + Automation for Million-Dollar Months

August 18, 2025

Building a scalable and sustainable business requires moving beyond personal reliance and implementing automated systems, even when starting from a place of resistance to technology.

353 - Catherine Gray, She Angel Investors: Venture Capital Secrets Every Woman Founder Should Know

August 11, 2025

Venture capital remains a significant funding gap for women, with only 2% of funding going to women-founded businesses, highlighting the need for increased awareness and education.

352 - Divya Gugnani, 5 SENS: Lessons on Launching Products That Truly Connect With Customers

Timing is a critical, often overlooked, factor in achieving a successful business exit, requiring founders to recognize when their skill set aligns with the company's next growth phase.

351 - Allison Ellsworth, Poppi: Secrets Behind Building a Billion-Dollar Brand

Prioritizing brand positioning and authenticity, even over immediate market entry, is crucial for long-term business success, as demonstrated by Poppy's revolutionary rebranding after Shark Tank.

350 - Jamie Kern Lima, IT Cosmetics: Turning Setbacks into a Billion-Dollar Cosmetics Brand

Entrepreneurship often arises from personal pain points and challenges, transforming them into opportunities to serve and fulfill a purpose.

349 - Mary Seats, The Bakery Cowork: Her Secret Ingredient to Breaking Barriers and Building Million Dollar Dreams

Navigating large retail partnerships requires meticulous adherence to strict routing guides and can lead to significant financial penalties for minor errors, highlighting the importance of operational precision.

348 - Amanda Zuckerman, Dormify: How She Built a Multi-Million Dollar Brand From Her Dorm Room

Dormify was born from a personal need for stylish dorm decor, highlighting the power of solving a problem you personally experience.

347 - Andrea Johnston, Fuel for Female Founders: Her Must-Hear Guide for Scaling a Standout Agency Business

Focusing on a niche expertise, like life sciences in Andrea's case, can be a game-changer for business growth and client acquisition, even if it means initially taking on unrelated projects.

346 - Andrea Lisbona, Touchland: Secrets Behind The Brand That Sold For $700M

Building a successful brand requires a deep understanding of the industry, a commitment to innovation, and a focus on creating a strong community around the product.

345 - Tiffany Moon, LeadHer Summit: From Reality TV to Finding Real Success and Joy

Authenticity and vulnerability are crucial for building a strong brand and connecting with your community, as demonstrated by Dr. Tiffany Moon's journey from a traditional medical career to becoming a multi-faceted entrepreneur.

344 - Anne Mahlum, solidcore: Strategies for Building and Selling a $100M Brand

Founders must be clear on their ultimate vision and "Super Bowl" to simplify decision-making and attract investment, as exemplified by Ann's goal of opening 100 SolidCore locations.

343 - Sammi Cohen, Social Currency: Tips for Turning a Side Hustle into Media Empire Success

Building a successful media platform requires a strategic pivot towards content that genuinely intersects business and culture, rather than solely focusing on fleeting pop culture trends.

342 - Alexis Grant, They Got Acquired: Secrets and Strategies for Selling a Business Every Founder Should Know

The true value of a business is determined by the negotiation between what the seller is willing to accept and what the buyer is willing to pay, rather than solely relying on metrics and valuations.

341 - Nikki Arensman and Remi Aliseo, Thirdeye Studio: Expanding Revenue and Scaling Creatively with Permanent Jewelry

Building a strong community and fostering authentic connections are crucial for entrepreneurial success and growth.

340 - Rachel Huntington, Bonjour Fête: Lessons Learned Scaling a Product-Based Business and Launching in Target

Building a successful business requires deep customer understanding, adapting to market shifts like the rise of e-commerce during COVID, and leveraging community support for growth.

339 - Eleni Deacon, Relay: The Finance Secrets Women Founders Need to Scale Sustainably

Understanding your customer deeply, both tactically and emotionally, is the foundational element for successful marketing strategies, as generic playbooks often fail to account for unique customer needs and market dynamics.

338 - Ingrid Zapata Read, Grow With Community: Why Building a Thriving Community is Every Founder's Secret Weapon

Authentic community building, rooted in shared purpose and genuine connection, is the most powerful driver of business growth and resilience.

337 - Stephanie Cartin on How Hope and Community Created a Miracle

Navigating infertility and high-risk pregnancies while running a business requires strong self-advocacy, setting boundaries, and prioritizing health, with community support being crucial for emotional resilience.

336 - Loren Castle, Sweet Loren's: Her Secrets to Building a $100 Million CPG Brand

Building a mission-driven business requires deep personal passion and a commitment to solving a real problem, as demonstrated by Sweet Laurens' origin story rooted in overcoming cancer and a desire for healthier, accessible food options.