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Prerna Gupta on Social Media, NFTs, & the Creator Economy in the Age of Web3

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Serial entrepreneur, Prerna Gupta, is the Founder & CEO of Telepathic, the umbrella company behind Hooked, the #1 storytelling platform in the world reaching 100 million Gen Z viewers. She has reached over one billion consumers with her apps, where she harnesses the power of tech to do good.

After garnering over a decade of success building Web2 apps, Gupta has recently embarked on a new initiative, launching a music video NFT social platform, Mysterious, with a diverse group of founding artists.

Telepathic's investors include Ashton Kutcher, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, and Joe Montana just to name a few. Prerna has also been named one of the Most Influential Women in Tech by Fast Company, and her writing has been featured in New York Times, Vogue, and TechCrunch, among others. Needless to say this woman is an incredible powerhouse whose story will inspire you!

On this episode of WorkParty, Prerna is sharing her experience being on the forefront of the Web3 revolution, the future of social media and short form video in the metaverse, and the importance of getting more women and non-binary people involved in the space.

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT:

  • Her early passions and childhood aspirations

  • Using technology to create products that change the way we interact with culture

  • Rethinking the social media landscape in the wild world of Web3

  • The importance of evolution, adaptability and increasing market volatility

  • How music videos will draw mass audiences to Web3

  • Why culture is becoming increasingly global in the digital age

  • How Web3 is changing the economic business model for digital content

  • The rise of decentralization and giving control back to users

  • Non-linear success and trusting the trajectory of your career

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Leveraging a Long-Term Tenure with Who What Wear's Kat Collings & Brianna Mobrem

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Hey listeners, welcome back to WorkParty! I’m so excited for today’s episode—I’m chatting with not one but TWO trailblazers in fashion media who have played integral roles in shaping fashion’s digital presence. 

Kat Collings, editor in chief of the premier fashion website WhoWhatWear.com, and Brianna Mobrem, President and CFO at Clique Brands, are at the helm of their industry, changing the way women feel about fashion and beauty.

Under Kat’s leadership, Who What Wear received Digiday's most innovative publisher award, readership grew 117%, and sales driven from content had a meteoric rise of 230%.Top line revenue grew 1500% over the course of Brianna’s tenure, while her financial expertise and deep knowledge of the business has been instrumental in leading multiple fundraising rounds for Clique Brands. 

Both lead the company and its goal of championing the idea that style is inclusive and attainable by all. Today we’re talking about their path to success in style, and the moves that set them ahead of the rest. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT:

  • A day in the life working in a major leadership role for Clique Brands / Who What Wear

  • What steps each of them took to land their dream jobs in fashion media

  • Why patience is so crucial when it comes to planning the trajectory of your career

  • How to take a non-traditional approach to breaking into the fashion industry

  • How to get exposure to emerging brands and industries early on

  • Importance of employee personal brands and social media presence in the digital age

  • How to cultivate company loyalty and the perks of staying in it for the long-haul

  • Why you should always go where you are valued, and leave where you are tolerated

  • The essential questions you need to be asking yourself before fundraisinig for your biz

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The Key to Innovation with ADP's Ruth Davis

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Today’s guest is entrepreneurial executive, Ruth Davis. As the General Manager of SBS Digital Solutions and Business Development for ADP, she’s at the forefront of one of the leading providers in human resource (HR) software solutions and outsourced services. She has spent most of her career building, launching and running digital businesses, and is now responsible for ADP’s newest flanker brand, Roll by ADP.

Ruth started her career as a strategy consultant and then moved into industry where she led web channels and various lines of business at SAAS based companies. Prior to joining ADP, she also spent five years in corporate venture development, launching startups within large corporations including EY TaxChat, a direct-to-consumer assisted tax preparation business that’s delivered through a mobile app. From venture-backed startups to Fortune 500 companies, this woman’s breadth of experience spans a wide range of industries.

Ruth is not only a particularly savvy business woman, but she’s also a dedicated leader, team builder, and has mentored teams of 60+ people including product, marketing, operations, creative, and more. She is a highly technical business leader known for leading cross functional teams to develop and deliver transformational results.

Thankfully, Ruth is here today to share her insights with us! From digital solutions and innovations for small businesses, to female mentorship,  tax preparation and more, she’s dishing out all of her best tips, tricks, and advice on this episode of WorkParty.

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IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT:

  • How she started her career during the early internet days before the rise of online businesses

  • Fostering ideas, creating something that doesn't yet exist, and finding a way to make it happen

  • How Roll by ADP is providing a one-of-a-kind digital payroll solution for small business owners

  • The importance of a proactivity vs. reactivity

  • Why small business owners should almost ALWAYS outsource tax filing and payroll

  • Her best innovation practices for taking an idea from start to finish

  • Why failing is not only okay, but crucial for learning when launching a new product or business

  • Choosing will over skill when it comes to the hiring process

  • Diversity's ability to enable and drive innovation

  • The importance of communication, connection, and understanding in leadership

  • Intentional mentorship, and putting in the time and effort to get what you want

  • Why success has everything to do with experience and nothing to do with accolades

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Jenna Kutcher on How to Own Your Awesome, Build a Successful Biz, & Have Fun Doing It

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Today’s guest is the incredible Jenna Kutcher—an entrepreneur, expert marketer, podcast host, educator, and mother, who just added first-time author to her resume! 

Jenna’s ticket to success was a camera she found on craigslist for $300. That purchase led to a seven figure business built on the foundation of curiosity and constant learning. She set massive goals for herself, achieved them, and now helps women redefine success, chase bolder dreams, and tackle their biggest goals. Jenna inspirez womens everyday to start profitable and sustainable businesses that they love, live life on their own terms, and capture their business freedom!  

Today Jenna and I are getting into the nitty gritty of mastering the blueprints of business, plus motherhood and entrepreneurship, growth as a leader, and how she’s helping women achieve their dreams while remaining in the present through her new book, How Are You, Really?

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How to Stay Open to Life's Invitations & Make Your Dreams a Reality with Kamie Crawford

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The former Miss Teen USA winner chose an unconventional path by pursuing a career in TV after graduating college. After years of local gigs and a few bouts of doubt, her hard work finally paid off. Now, the creator and model works alongside Nev Schulman, with her signature red flag and unfiltered expressions, broadening Catfish’s narrative from poking holes in online dating tales, to finding compassion and understanding for others.

She’s also the host of her own podcast, Relationsh*it, and most recently was named Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit Rookie for May!

I’m so so excited to have Kamie on WorkParty today to talk about trusting your gut, following intuition, and making things happen. From mindset to confidence, she has the best advice for following your dreams.

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Making Innovation Personal with Ashleigh Hinde, Founder & CEO of WALDO

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When Ashleigh Hinde launched WALDO as an ambitious 28-year-old, she had one goal: disrupt the eye care industry and make eye care an essential part of everyday life. She founded WALDO as an innovative, global e-commerce company that would champion positive vision for all through accessible, high quality products and trustworthy expert service with a human centric customer experience. Today, the brand sells daily contact lenses and other eye care products without the price tag and hassle.

As the granddaughter of acclaimed South African wildlife photographer, Gerald Hinde, as well as an avid wildlife photographer herself, Ashleigh understood the role our eyes play in how we see the world. She began wearing contacts at 11 years old and after nearly two decades, spent across three continents, grew frustrated with the quality of and massive markups on contact lenses sold by large pharmaceutical companies. 

She launched WALDO from a simple need: she needed to order more contacts but found the process complicated, confusing and expensive. So, inspired to drive innovation in the industry, she dove head first into the world of entrepreneurship to make eye care both personal and exciting.

On this episode of WorkParty, find out how Ashleigh made the leap to entrepreneurship after years in the corporate world, and how she’s on a mission to end avoidable blindness, one lens at a time.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS

  • Her upbringing and how it inspired her to create WALDO

  • Fundraising challenges and strategies for healthcare startups

  • Advice for founders who are struggling in the early stages

  • The importance of a feedback loop in product development

  • Why your value proposition should be short and sweet

  • Building a human-centric brand that is easy to understand

  • Preventing avoidable blindness one lens at a time (the world's leading disability)

  • How to incorporate philanthropic endeavors for your business on a low budget

  • Why your initial key hires should be a tam of mentors

  • Putting more focus on your customer acquisition costs

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How to Make Intentional Career Moves with Jyothi Rao, CEO of Intermix

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After graduating from college, Jyothi Rao joined Gap Inc., where she spent 16 years climbing the ladder, serving the company in different roles. From there, she moved along to become Executive Vice President and General Manager of Gilt.com—where she was instrumental in growing the business into a leading digital fashion site. 

Now, she’s CEO of INTERMIX, and successfully led the luxury women’s brand transformation into the leading omnichannel fashion boutique that it’s known as today.

Jyothi is joining WorkParty today to chat about all things career growth—she’s sharing the details of her journey climbing the corporate ranks, what it means to make intentional career moves, and the importance of establishing a positive work culture that fosters growth. Plus, the strategies that set Intermix apart from the rest—and advice for small businesses to do the same.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS

  • Her experience climbing the corporate ladder at Gap's portfolio brands for 16+ years

  • Merging the gap between the retail shopping experience and the digital world

  • How to strategize your career moves to learn as much as possible and grow your toolkit

  • Why "playing for the long game" is essential to achieving maximum success

  • The importance of setting goals for not only the company but each employee as well

  • Her guiding principle: Never stop learning!

  • Why you should stop saying "out with the old, in with new"

  • Female empowerment and it's role in INTERMIX's brand DNA

  • The progress and future plans pertaining to sustainable fashion

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How to Get What You Want with Author, Coach, and Podcast Host Julie Solomon

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

For more than fifteen years, Julie Solomon has been empowering lives—including her own.  Host of The Influencer Podcast, Julie, has launched several successful online programs and masterminds, including Pitch It Perfect, The Influencer Academy, and SHINE Mastermind. She helps women turn messages into movements and empowers entrepreneurs to grow their influence and impact.  

Julie also made her debut as an author just a few weeks ago with her book titled “Get What You Want: How to Go from unseen to Unstoppable.” Filled with actionable steps and easy exercises, Get What You Want offers a no-nonsense, eye-opening path that enables you to leverage your power and influence. On this episode of WorkParty, Julie dives into her tried and true strategies for unlocking potential and finally getting what you really want.

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IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS...

The moment that led Julie down a path of pushing doubt aside and accomplishing the impossible

The point she realized her learnings and own growth could be used to help others 

Outdated ideas women should leave behind if they want to truly grow

How realizing and coming to terms with our origin story helps identify and overcome the systems that hold us back

Exercises or steps that can help someone pinpoint or breakdown their origin story

Advice for overcoming limiting beliefs

Julie's 3 tools for freedom

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Demystifying the Digital Frontier with Sherri Haymond, EVP of Digital Partnerships at Mastercard

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Money talks, and so do we! In this special 5-part WorkParty Money Moves series, Jaclyn Johnson is taping the best and brightest minds in the finance world to find answers to your most-asked money and finances. Whether it's learning how to build generational wealth, strengthen your financial future as an entrepreneur, or perfect your pitch, our experts have you covered. This is our last episode of the season—stay tuned for more Money Moves episodes this summer!

ABOUT THE EPISODE

You’ve probably heard the term “Cash is king.” But in today’s world, cash is on the way out, and the digital technologies that are replacing are transforming the very nature, capabilities and meaning of money. It’s up to the tech and payments industries to build the framework for companies to unlock the value of the digital economy and allow consumers to access it—and that’s exactly what Sherri Haymond and her team are doing.

As the Executive Vice President of Digital Partnerships at Mastercard, Sherri Haymond leads a unique team working with digital players large and small to create innovative, differentiated products and solutions that shape the future of commerce.

As our world becomes borderless and even more digitally connected, Sherri and her team keep a pulse on the market to ensure Mastercard delivers relevant, impactful and industry-leading capabilities. Through a consultative approach, they enable partners around the globe to build best-in-class solutions tapping Mastercard technology and deliver them at scale. Inspired by Mastercard’s long standing focus on inclusive growth, Sherri is passionate about working hand in hand with mission-aligned companies to solve real-world problems for people and businesses around the world.


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Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities with Filmmaker, Digital Creator & Brand Expert, Renae Bluitt

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Today’s guest is a filmmaker, digital content creator, and branding expert, who serves as an advocate for Black women’s accurate representation in the media. With over a decade of experience, she’s gained valuable insight into Black women entrepreneur’s narratives — a passion that she channeled into her cinematic debut. Renae Bluitt is the executive producer and creative director of “She Did That”— a documentary that explores the passionate pursuits of Black women and their journeys as entrepreneurs. 

The film offers an intimate peek inside the truths, trials, and triumphs of Black women building brands and their legacies. She Did That premiered at the ESSENCE Music Festival and is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video. 

Renae sought to spotlight the drive that Black women use to turn their obstacles into opportunities and passions into profit. Now, with her podcast of the same name, Renae continues to inspire the next generation of change agents with the stories of inspiring women. 

On this episode of Workparty I’m so excited to chat with Renae about her experience as a filmmaker, entrepreneurship and the funding gap for women of color, and her tried and true strategy to overcome fear. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

  • How her storytelling skills and PR background laid the foundation for her career

  • How to turn an obstacle into an opportunity when you hit your burnout threshold

  • Creating a runway to transition from a corporate 9-to-5 into entrepreneurship

  • The power of saying no, when to set boundaries, and how to honor your values

  • Why not all money is good money, and how to be selective with your projects

  • Her journey being one of the first bloggers to share the stories of other Black women

  • Why ‘ignorance is bliss’ was an advantage when producing her She Did That the film

  • The importance of working on projects in service to a greater cause than yourself

  • Why entrepreneurship is the path to freedom in life and how to release your limitations

  • What strategy she uses to overcome fear and continue pushing forward

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How to Build Generational Wealth with Financial Expert Nicole Lapin

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Money talks, and so do we! In this special 5-part WorkParty Money Moves series, Jaclyn Johnson is taping the best and brightest minds in the finance world to find answers to your most-asked money and finances. Whether it's learning how to build generational wealth, strengthen your financial future as an entrepreneur, or perfect your pitch, our experts have you covered. New episodes go live every Friday, so be sure to follow WorkParty wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode! 

ABOUT THE EPISODE

If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur who wants to start being intentional with your time and money, then it's time to start thinking about generational wealth. At the end of it all, you get to create something larger than yourself that leaves a legacy behind for future generations—whether that be in your lifetime or beyond.  

Nicole Lapin is a best selling author, podcast host, and the only finance expert you don’t need a dictionary to understand. She disrupted the traditionally male-dominated and boring finance space by offering actionable advice. On this episode of WorkParty, Nicole covers how you can begin building and preserving your generational wealth. 

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IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• Solutions to bridge the generational wealth gap

• How to increase financial engagement and empowerment before wealth is passed on.

• The key to developing confidence around money.

• What successful financial planning looks like today.

• How Nicole's book is a launching point for women ready to build their wealth.


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Mastering The Mindset with Topsie Vandenbosch, Mindset & Emotional Intelligence Coach 

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ABOUT THE EPISODE:

A lot of work goes into owning and running a business. But the hard work shouldn’t end with key marketing strategies, team growth, or connecting with clients—it’s so important to go even further and work on yourself too.  Mindset is a huge part of the entrepreneurial journey but it’s often the missing piece when it comes to reaching your greatest potential.  

Thankfully, we have today’s guest who is an expert equipped with the knowledge and tools to change this narrative. I’m so excited to introduce Topsie Vandenbosch, a Leadership Mindset coach who helps women crush the negative thought patterns and behaviors that sabotage success. 

Using her foundation in mental health therapy and a passion to help others, Topsie built proven mindset and emotional intelligence strategies. Everyday she helps 6 and 7 figure entrepreneurs unearth deeper confidence and higher potential so they can scale their businesses—without spiraling. 

I’m so excited to talk to Topsie about everything from recognizing language as a tool to the mindset strategies that will launch your ideas to the next level.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

  • Her upbringing, her background serving the community, and day in the life as a mindset coach.

  • How business owners can identify core values, remove limiting beliefs, and achieve their goals.

  • Leaving your ego at the door when it comes to mental health and business.

  • Combating imposter syndrome and building your business independent of other platforms.

  • Maintaining interpersonal work and business growth without feeling burnout.

  • Feeling confident and accomplished on the continuous hamster wheel that is self-development.

  • How we can slow down living in the era of instant gratification and constant connection.

  • The need to always be doing more as a high-achiever and learning how to enjoy the success.

  • How to make decisions for your business from an emotionally intelligent point of view.

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Secure the Bag with Dr. Roshawnna Novellus, Founder of EnrichHER

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Money talks, and so do we! In this special 5-part WorkParty Money Moves series, Jaclyn Johnson is tapping the best and brightest minds in the finance world to find answers to your most-asked money and finances. Whether it's learning how to build generational wealth, strengthen your financial future as an entrepreneur, or perfect your pitch, our experts have you covered. New episodes go live every Friday, so be sure to follow WorkParty wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode! 

ABOUT THE EPISODE

A nationally recognized financial inclusion advocate and champion of mindfulness, Dr. Novellus is dedicated to deploying working capital to women and people of color to help them grow their businesses. She’s also one of the few Black women to have ever raised over $1M in venture capital.

EnrichHER fuels the fastest-growing demographics of business owners—Black women and diverse-led companies—by providing capital, coaching, and connections. They've deployed $14M in capital to diverse-owned businesses from 47 states.

On this special episode of Money Moves, Jaclyn and Dr. Novellus about all things fundraising—from overcoming the gender funding gap to securing the bag and finding the right funds for your business.

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• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about EnrichHER click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• The case for funding women

•The typical process for gaining funding for a new business venture

•Crucial elements everyone should include in a pitch deck when raising money

•The most common mistakes people make when raising money and how can others avoid these mistakes
• Notable trends in lending

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Everything You Need To Know About The Metaverse With Kirin Sinha, Founder Of Illumix

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

As founder, CEO, and tech lead of Illumix, an AR technology and media platform, Kirin Sinha is turning her company into a portal to the metaverse—connecting brands and consumers in the new world.  

Started in 2017 to push boundaries and elevate the quality of augmented reality in the fields of fashion, game design and film, Illumix is currently beating some of the world’s most popular mobile games, and now she’s building the metaverse for Disney. 

As one of Silicon Valley’s few minority female founders and CEOs with a technical background, Kirin and Illumix are redefining the landscape for AR technology. On this episode of WorkParty, we cover how Kirins love of dance and math influenced her career trajectory, how she built and maintains confidence, the boundaries of storytelling, and of course, the metaverse.


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RESOURCES

• To join the WorkParty click HERE
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• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about Illumix click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• How Kirin's interest in dance and math intersected and fueled her while growing up.

• How AR can further push the boundary of storytelling.

• Kirin's experience fundraising $13M, including funds from acclaimed director, Michael Bay.

• What the metaverse is, and what it is not.

• What it means to "meet" someone in the metaverse.

• Examples of active participation in the metaverse.

• How the metaverse with benefit entrepreneurs.

• Fostering the development of women and people of color in STEM.

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Closing the Confidence Gap with Amber Venz Box, Founder of LTK

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Money talks, and so do we! In this special 5-part WorkParty Money Moves series, Jaclyn Johnson is tapping the best and brightest minds in the finance world to find answers to your most-asked money and finances. Whether it's learning how to build generational wealth, strengthen your financial future as an entrepreneur, or perfect your pitch, our experts have you covered. New episodes go live every Friday, so be sure to follow WorkParty wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode! 

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Over the course of a career, women may earn as much as $1 million less than their male peers. Building a business, a common path to build long-term wealth, is more difficult for women for a few reasons. Access to funding and the confidence gap are two of them. 

As the creator of social commerce platform LTK (formerly RewardStyle and LikeToKnowIt), Amber Venz Box is at the helm of the creator economy. She was recently named one of America’s richest-self made women after her company’s latest round of funding and remains one of the most successful entrepreneurs to date. But her success didn’t come without her fair share of hard work and determination. 

On this episode, Jaclyn chats with Amber about how she overcame systems and dynamics that contributed to the gender wealth gap. She also shares advice on how to gain and maintain confidence, support the future of female entrepreneurship, and how she’s working to empower businesses of all sizes. 

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RESOURCES

• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Amber Venz Box click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about LTK click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• Amber's experience working through the gender wealth gap

• How to support the future of female entrepreneurship

• Pitching a new idea to investors

• Changing the stigma of negotiation

• A new LTK service that's supporting small businesses everywhere

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Pietra COO, Tala Akhavan on Balancing Work, Motherhood, and Access to Female Entrepenurship

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How to Speak Your Dreams Into Existence with Jennifer Meyer, Founder & Jewelry Designer

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

Owning one of the most well-known and celebrity-obsessed  fine jewelry brands was never part of Jennifer Meyer’s plan. But if you ask us, becoming a designer was definitely part of her destiny.  

After graduating with a degree in psychology, Jennifer landed an editorial job at Glamour magazine, eventually becoming a PR powerhouse for brands like Giorgio Armani and Ralph Lauren. However, after years of success something shifted. She unearthed a greater connection to her roots and decided it was time to achieve her lifelong dream of becoming a jewelry designer—a secret wish Jennifer had fostered at age 6 when her artist grandmother taught her to make jewelry. 

Jennifer leaned into her creative vision and launched a namesake jewelry brand—one that would make Jennifer Meyer a household name. On this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson talks to Jennifer about her non-linear career path, pushing aside fear, and giving yourself permission to go for it—whatever it may be.  


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RESOURCES

• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about Jennifer Meyer Jewelry click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• Jennifer's pivot from PR to successful jewelry designer.

• Pushing aside the fear to just start.

• The biggest thing young entrepreneurs should keep in mind when networking and asking questions.

• What it was like reconnecting with her roots by launching a business.

• The process of self funding a jewelry business.

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Invest in Yourself with Dominique Broadway, Founder of Finances Demystified

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Money talks, and so do we! In this special 5-part WorkParty Money Moves series, Jaclyn Johnson is taping the best and brightest minds in the finance world to find answers to your most-asked money and finances. Whether it's learning how to build generational wealth, strengthen your financial future as an entrepreneur, or perfect your pitch, our experts have you covered. New episodes go live every Friday, so be sure to follow WorkParty wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode! 

ABOUT THE EPISODE

We’re kicking off this season of Money Moves with a financial literacy trailblazer who’s on a mission to make wealth attainable for anyone. Dominique Broadway is an award-winning personal finance expert, speaker, and founder of Finances Demystified —a platform that's demystifying money and making financial literacy accessible to everyone. 

After years of learning, practicing and implementing her own personal finance tactics, Dominique earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in business and finance, which led her to landing roles at major corporate brokerage firms like UBS and Edelman. But after witnessing first hand the high barrier of entry for investing, Dominique walked away from clients investing 10 million dollars and set out to spread financial literacy. 

Since founding Finances Demystified, Dominique has been named one of the Top Financial Advisors in the United States for Millennials and continues to work passionately with young professionals, entrepreneurs and families, helping them bring their Dreams2Reality.

On this episode of WorkParty, Dominique is sharing how take control of our financial future by investing in yourself and owning your worth.

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• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Dominique Broadway click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about Finances Demystified click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• The importance of financial planing.

• Budgeting basics.

• Fast & simple ways to curb spending and save money.

• The biggest financial mistakes entrepreneurs make, and how to avoid them.

• Investing 101

• How to form a positive relationship with money.

• Actionable financial goal setting.

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Living in Beta With Michelle Grant, Founder and CEO of Lively

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

After several successful years leading teams at popular retail brands like Nautica and Victoria’s Secret, Michelle Grant found herself looking for a new challenge. Not only that, the underlying messages of the exclusive lingerie industry were wearing on her mind. 

Instead of attempting to work through burnout, Michelle listened to her gut. She quit her 9-to-5 job, learned the ins and outs of building a business, and ended up launching Lively—a lingerie brand built on a mission to empower and innovate, all while providing ultimate comfort. 7 years later Michelle isn’t just leading a brand—she’s leading and inspiring a community of women to live passionately and confidently.

But Michelle’s approach to business has been a little unconventional—she didn’t just launch with a product, she launched with an idea. On this episode of WorkParty, Michelle is giving us the low down on her pivot away from traditional business plans, how she continues to innovate in the Lingerie industry, and what it means to live, work, and play in Beta. 


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• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Michelle Grant click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To learn more about Lively click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• The value of networking and strategies for forming new relationships.

• How Michelle's previous roles set her up to start Lively.

• How Lively's community-first strategy led to a widely successful ambassador program.

• The implementation of levers, and how entrepreneurs can activate them for business.

• What it means to live in the beta, and how to apply it to your life.

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Revolutionizing an Untapped Market with Designer & CEO of Figue, Liz Lange 

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

Designer and entrepreneur Liz Lange pioneered "maternity chic" by creating stylish, body conscious clothes for pregnant women—something that surprisingly didn’t exist in the 1990s.  Working alone out of a one-room office, she created Liz Lange Maternity, a brand that changed the face of maternity fashions and disrupted the industry before anyone else had the chance to.  

She’s forged huge partnerships with Nike and Target and has dressed most major pregnant celebrities, from Cindy Crawford to Reese Witherspoon. After selling her namesake brand, the industry innovator made a major return with the purchase of Figue, a popular ready-to-wear dress brand. While she’s been hard at work as Creative Director, she’s also jumped right into the role of CEO, strategizing the brand’s fresh perspective on direct to consumer growth. 

On this episode of WorkParty, the industry icon covers everything from how she built her maternity empire from the ground up to the importance of having a strong POV in the fashion industry. 

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• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Liz Lange click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To follow along with Figue click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• The begining of her career as as a staff writer for Vogue
• The moment she realized she was actually revolutionizing the category of maternity clothing
• Dressing pregnant celebrities like Gwenyth Paltrow, Kate Winslet and Julia Roberts.
• Forging partnerships with brands like Target and Nike.
• What it was like selling the business she built to a private equity firm.
• Her experience and work investing in women-led companies like Harper Wilde and Carbon 38.
• The skills that are essential to working in the fashion industry.
• Taking over an already established brand.

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Introducing Create & Cultivate's New CEO, Kate Spies

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

When I founded Create & Cultivate back in 2010, Jaclyn Johnson's goal was to create an intentional space for the next generation of creatives, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and leaders to spark conversation, collaborate on their passions, and enhance their businesses. What started as a networking event to connect like-minded women, soon grew into a multi-platform media and events company providing modern working women with content, community, and tools to create & cultivate the career of their dreams.

And as the Create & Cultivate community grows, our team grows with them. Which is why we're so excited to introduce our new CEO—Kate Spies! She’s a powerhouse media executive with a track-record for growing brands, connecting audiences, and found her niche in stepping into leadership roles when female founders are ready to take their businesses to the next level. She’s bringing her incredible expertise to further Create & Cultivate’s impact on the workplace, and what it means to be the brand. Tune into this episode of WorkParty as Jaclyn chats with Kate about her experience building strong teams, her thoughts on the next wave of entrepreneurs, and what's in store next for Create & Cultivate.

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• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Kate Spies click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Create & Cultivate click HERE
• To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789)

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS . . .

• Her path from fashion, to digital media, to women's lifestyle, and more!
• The best way to keep growing and learning on your way to the top
• Her leadership must-haves: transparency, collaboration, and innovation
• How businesses can and should evolve and shift over time
• Why moving from Sydney to NY was the most rewarding risk she ever took
• How to find an impactful mentor you trust and look up to
• Table stakes of being a CEO in 2022
• What attracted her to Create & Cultivate
• Why she will only work at a mission-driven company
• Her plans for the future of Create & Cultivate


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