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The eldest of the four Polla sisters (all of whom are involved in some way or another with the family business of beauty), Ada left her native home in Switzerland in 1995 to attend Harvard University, where she graduated Magna cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in art history. While her passion for art history expresses itself in her contemporary art collection, her career path went the way of business.
Gillian Gorman Round, CEO of Kjaer Weis
A global leader, world-class marketer, and passionate communicator, Gillian Gorman Round has a rich background rooted in successful marketing for a diverse portfolio of global brands. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Kjaer Weis since December 2020, Gill started her career in the beauty space at L’Oreal UK for L’Oreal Professional Products.
From Small-Town Dreams to Hollywood's Elite: An Exclusive with Jason Felts on His Tell-All 'Hollywood Virgin'
In this inspiring episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Jason Felts to dive into his extraordinary journey from small-town Texas to Hollywood success. As the head of Virgin’s entertainment arm, Jason Felts became the second youngest CEO in the history of Virgin behind Sir Richard Branson himself, and also served as CEO of the Virgin Fest music festivals. As a producer, his films cumulatively grossed over one billion dollars worldwide and he was named by Variety in the “Top 10 to Watch”.
Creating Clean Yet Cult Favorite Fragrances ft. Hermetica Paris founder John Molloy
Join us for Fragrance Friday featuring the cult favorite brand, Hermetica Paris. Hermetica was launched in 2018 thanks to the desire and conviction of Clara and John Molloy, willing to initiate a new way to experience and make perfumes. As close as possible to the skin, like an olfactive dance, combining the best of nature and science with a break through formula present in each composition. Fragrances able to perfume and hydrate at the same time, both long-lasting, clean and alcohol-free, like a true gesture of beauty aware of the environment.
How Journalism is Redefining Men’s Grooming with Blue Print by Adam Hurly
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Adam Hurley—longtime grooming journalist and founder of Blue Print, a new media platform dedicated to redefining how men engage with grooming, skincare, and wellness content. With over a decade writing for GQ, Esquire, and Men’s Journal, Adam brings deep industry insight and a clear-eyed view of what’s missing in the men’s space.
Adam Schubak, Editor and Partner Manager for HEARST Magazines
Adam is a partner manager at Hearst Magazines. He has worked in media for 15+ years dabbling in TV, radio, and now the digital space. His skincare regimen includes Bearsville Soaps, Origins moisturizers, and Brickell cleansing products. In his spare time he likes to write fiction, attend live theater/concerts, and hang out with his cat.