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As a leading PR and marketing expert, Liza maintains extensive relationships and leverages her expertise in brand development, strategy, feature story procurement and deep relationships within the broadcast community to service SHADOWs clients. At the onset of her career, Liza immersed herself in the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries while building a name for herself at Susan Blond, Inc., under the helm of Andy Warhol protégé and music executive Susan Blond.
Céline Talabaza, CEO of Noble Panacea
Céline is the Chief Executive Officer at Noble Panacea, which she co-designed with Sir Fraser Stoddart, the Founder and Nobel Laureate of Chemistry 2016, and Audrey Bois Nicolai, the Head of Brand Development. She comes with fifteen years of experience in brand development and strategy crafting in the Beauty industry. She made her debut globally at top multinational corporations such as L’Oréal, LVMH, and Unilever where she led these functions across international markets in Paris, Madrid, New York City, Singapore, and most recently, Zurich. Céline brings her expertise in creating a unique brand vision that is holistic and relevant to the modern high-end client.
E.368: Rosacea Management Skincare That Is Balanced in Nature & Nurture ft. MeridaSKIN
Join us for a very special interview with Nurse Practitioner, Founder AND Formulator of her beautiful line, MeridaSKIN- Shannon Johnson! Shannon in her own words describes the line as “MeridaSKIN was founded by a nurse practitioner with rosacea. We understand sensitive skin, and your journey through fruitless products. Our origins commit us to keeping up on scientific advances in dermatology and skincare, and only fielding products we believe in. The result is clean clinical rosacea care that Shannon relies on to keep her own face problem-free.”
Brandy Hoffman, Co-Founder of VOLITION Beauty
Brandy Hoffman, co-founder of social media’s beloved and fan favorite line, VOLITION beauty, talks about their founding vision and how the power of ingenuity and innovation are at the core of the company’s mission in the industry. Brandy goes into depth about the importance of consumer collaborations and how VOLITION brings power to the hands of beauty entrepreneurs in an easy and accessible way.
E.323: Learning The Basics Of A Healthy Skin Routine Ft. Shani Darden
Join us for a conversation with the skincare guru, Shani Darden for episode 323! We sat down to ask SD about her approach towards skincare and what really matters in terms of a good routine along with the fundamentals that inspired her minimalistic yet effective skincare line.
Lindsay Holden and Britta Chatterjee, co-founders of Odele Beauty
Female founded, owned, and operated, Odele was created by Lindsay Holden, Britta Chatterjee, and Shannon Kearney, with the mission of uncomplicating and democratizing the beauty space. With the co-founders’ extensive experience in retail, marketing, and manufacturing, Odele brings clean, premium, and inclusive haircare products to families nationwide via one of the most trusted retailers, Target. Intending to streamline haircare, Odele provides a selection of nine products, categorized by color, with both researched-backed benefits and hair type sustainability marked on the packaging, making navigation between regimen options clear and easy.
Longevity Science Is Taking Front And Center On The Skin Health Stage ft. novos
Join us for a very special episode featuring the founder of the brand leading the way in longevity science, Chris Mirabile of novos. Serial entrepreneur and brain tumor survivor Chris Mirabile. Chris has co-founded multiple lucrative startups, including a commercial real estate tech platform whose first clients possessed more than a half trillion USD in assets.
Engineering Bras For Comfort & Confidence Ft. Evelyn & Bobbie
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Bree McKeen, founder of Evelyn & Bobbie, the brand rewriting the rules of bras with comfort, science, and confidence at the core. For decades, bras have been built on outdated designs that cause pain, poor posture, and even body dysmorphia. Bree is here to change that.
Saint Jane Beauty Returns To SA!! First Ever Giveaway Episode
This episode is very near and dear to my heart because of what it represents for me as a female entrepreneur. Casey Georgeson was my FIRST FOUNDER interview and at the time Skincare Anarchy The Podcast was barely even an idea off the ground. Not only did she come onto the show but her brand was the first ever to publish my photography on their grid.
Too Faced Cosmetics Founder Jerrod Blandino Introduces TWO New iconic Brands From The Toy Box Brands Portfolio: Diamond Drunks and Polite Society
Join us for an exclusive episode featuring Jerrod Blandino, one of the masterminds behind Toy Box Brands, the company with a portfolio of block buster brands from the innovators who created one of the most successful cosmetic brands of all time, Too Faced Cosmetics!
Camila Pierotti , Sol de Janeiro, Founding Partner
Let’s ChatSince launching Sol de Janeiro in the summer of 2015 with Heela Yang and Marc Capra, Camila has been focused on bringing Brazilian Beauty Secrets to life through the brand’s addictive and sensorial products. She guides the brand's product innovation strategy in the fast-expanding growing collection of luxurious products that encourage body love at its best. The inspiration for each product is rooted in Camila’s love of her home country’s positive attitude towards beauty and life.
Matthew Jackson , Founder of Emigee Skyn
Mathew Jackson, Founder of Emigee Skyn, talks all things inclusivity, brand vision, and his personal journey with skin health. Matthew shares the collaborative efforts that have led to the creation of his gender neutral line and discusses the need for a more genuine effort in the industry to highlight brands created with inclusivity in their ethos from the start.
CEO of MARA beauty, Allison McNamara Interview
Dr. Ekta interviews Allison about her brand journey with MARA Beauty and asks her to provides insight into what it takes to make it in the skincare industry.
Carlos Barreto, Founder of CLEVERMAN
In addition to being the founder of a brilliant Male Beauty Brand, CLEVERMAN, Carlos is an international marketing professional with extensive product and brand-building management experience in the US, and across several geographies. In this episode, Carlos discusses the emerging topics surrounding the tailoring of Beauty Brands for Men and his insights into the pros and cons currently present in the industry. Carlie also dives into his logic behind creating Cleverman from the look to the nitty gritty of product formulation.
Colette Laxton and Mark Curry, co-founders of The Inkey List
Colette and Mark do a deep dive into how they made such an iconic line that is at the forefront of accessibility without compromising quality and innovation. Colette and Mark share their phenomenal vision and also their brand new initiative to give back.
Indie Lee, Founder of Indie Lee Skincare
Countless medical professionals told Indie Lee after she was diagnosed with a life threatening brain tumor in 2008 that there was very little that could be done. Doctors felt that the tumor could be environmentally derived and attributed to something as simple as what she was putting on her skin. This was her awakening. After surviving a successful surgery on Earth Day 2009 (yes, really.), she embarked upon a new journey - a clean beauty collection dedicated to inspiring and empowering others to be mindful about what they put on their skin as well as into their body.
Bradley and Jonina Skaggs, co-founders of Skaggs Creative
Jonina is a native of Iceland and Skaggs’ Art Director. Upon completing her studies in architecture, Jonina completed a Master’s in branding and design. After working at some of San Francisco’s most notable agencies, Jonina and Bradley established Skaggs Creative, moving it to New York City two years later. Understanding the specific requirements of effective branding for a diverse range of businesses, including high-tech, hospitality, fashion, beauty, and fragrance, has been the key to her success, and to Skaggs’ numerous awards. Jonina has shaped a design sensibility and an aesthetic that is simultaneously aspirational, beautiful, and effective.
Maria Karr, Founder of Rumore Beauty
Maria Karr is the founder of Rumore Beauty — the first Russian beauty store in the US. A former beauty industry executive, Maria spearheaded PR, communications and influencer marketing efforts for leading global beauty brands for the past 10 years. Born and raised in Russia, she’s been living in the US since 2007.
booni doon founder Pooja Ganesan shares her brand vision
Pooja tells Ekta all about the innovative capsule design of her new cleanser and talks sustainable beauty and what she sees as the important aspects in the eco friendly beauty movement.
Elana D. Szyfer, CEO of RéVive Skincare
Elana D. Szyfer, CEO of RéVive Skincare, shares the incredible journey of the timeless brand RéVive, and the discoveries that led to the creation of their globally successful products. Elana offers insight into the business behind growing a brand in multiple international economies such as China, among others, and the process of expanding a brand that is now a trusted option in skin health by consumers worldwide.
Kyoko Getz and Shannon Britt, Co-Founders of OLURA Skincare
A highly sought-after celebrity aesthetician, Kyoko has developed products and facial protocols for a number of luxury skincare lines before joining Olura to design our product line and create protocols for our clients.
Learning The Secret To Cultivating Successful Beauty Brands With True Beauty Venture's Cristina Nuñez
In this Wednesday special we sat down with the brilliant Co-Founder and General Partner of True Beauty Ventures, Cristina Nuñez to learn about what it takes to truly build brands that are hallmarks of the beauty industry and her role in the process as an investor and mentor. Cristina has over 16 years of investing, operating, and advising experience in the CPG industry, with the last 9 years specifically focused on beauty and wellness.
Becoming Holiday Ready: Brand Strategy For Holiday PR & More Ft. Founder of BCENE PR, Brittanie Price
Join us for a very special Sunday feature dedicated to all the amazing small brands out there who need some more help navigating their strategy for the upcoming holiday months in terms of PR and marketing. We sat down with the brilliant Brittanie C Price, Founder of BCENE PR as she guided us through an overall strategy most small brands can adopt when approaching their outreach efforts , as well as a focus on the upcoming holiday months and how brand founders should be ready to go for optimal exposure during this time.
Wisdom Of Women Ft. Liana Zavo, Forbes Thought Leader, Author, Leading Lady Of PR & Branding Expert
Join Ekta as she interviews the powerhouse PR executive and leading lady, Liana Zavo- Forbes Thought Leader Publicity Strategist, Personal Branding Expert & Impact Speaker. Liana does a deep dive into her impressive career and accomplishments and provides immense insight into the power of hard work, networking and relentless efforts that have led to her becoming a leader on all fronts that she is engaged in when it comes to communications and personal branding.
Martine Williamson, CMO of Revlon
Martine Williamson is the Chief Marketing Officer of Revlon. She is responsible for global strategic planning for our brands, including brand equity and architecture, local market NPD as well as driving global marketing excellence across the organization. Prior to Revlon, Martine was a Strategic Marketing Advisor at Topix Skincare, where she oversaw the strategy, brand visual identity, product portfolio and digital content for the relaunch of a premium skincare brand.
From Stage to Stardom Learn How Stacy Jones Turns Brand Partnerships into Gold
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Stacy Jones, founder and CEO of Hollywood Branded, to uncover the secrets behind creating authentic brand partnerships with celebrities and influencers. Stacy shares her inspiring journey from theater production to becoming a trailblazer in Hollywood marketing, offering invaluable insights into building resilient businesses and thriving through industry challenges.
RE: Brad Pitt’s New Line & Celebrity Skincare Hype
In this commentary, Ekta addresses the multiple reasons behind the lack of support celebrity skincare has been experiencing as of late. From brand founders standing up and writing letters to Brad himself all the way to iconic editors voicing their thoughts on social media, the concern is real and has the beauty industry buzzing.
Why Authenticity is the Key to Influencer Marketing Success in Beauty with CreatorIQ
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Conor Begley, Chief Strategy Officer of CreatorIQ, to explore how the creator economy is transforming beauty and adjacent industries. With years of experience co-founding Tribe Dynamics and now leading CreatorIQ’s strategic efforts, Conor breaks down the critical role influencers play in driving brand success, product development, and marketing innovation.
Digital Marketing Mastery for Beauty Brands with Pennock's Nikki Lindgren
Ever wondered how TikTok can revolutionize your brand's marketing strategy? Join us on Skincare Anarchy as we sit down with Nikki Lindgren, the visionary founder of Pennock, a digital marketing powerhouse dedicated to female-led beauty and lifestyle brands. Nikki brings her wealth of experience from e-commerce giants like Pottery Barn and World Market to share her journey of launching her own firm in 2020. Discover the unique advantages of TikTok over other social platforms and why it's a game-changer for digital advertising with higher engagement rates and cost-effectiveness.
E.364: Understanding The Brilliance of Branding Ft. Nancy Poller
Nancy Poller is a Brand Designer and Creative Director of Aligned Design Co., a boutique design studio. A beauty and wellness devotee, her brand and packaging designs have helped launch successful brands in Europe and the US including Afrocenchix, Rose & Skin and Tamara’s Sugar. In 2021 she was named one of The Brand Stylist’s 60 Brilliant Brand Designers. Nancy loves digging into a founder’s story and ambitions and bringing them to life - from first sketches to seeing a product land on the shelf.
Holly Curtis, Senior Director PR for Blended Strategy Group Interview
Holly Curtis, Senior Director PR at Blended Strategy Group, shares immense insight about the role a PR team plays in the overall success of brands and provides key career advice for aspiring executives and entrepreneurs.
E.351: Wisdom Of Women Series Ft. Return Appearance by Priscila Martinez of The Brand Agency
I’m this very special episode and launch feature of our brand new series labeled “Wisdom of Women”, Priscila Martinez (one of the earliest guests on SA) returns to share her insights from the past two years as the leading lady in PR. Priscila is the founder of her iconic firm, The Brand Agency which represents clients on the caliber of Tiffany & co. , HULU, Prime Video, Paramount and so many more!
The Basics of Building A Successful Beauty Brand and Navigating The Business Of Beauty Ft. Joël Palix
Unlock the mysteries of the beauty industry with the guidance of Joël Palix, a celebrated figure whose fingerprints are on some of the most iconic launches in cosmetic history. In a riveting conversation, we uncover the nuances of brand development and how a strategic approach can lead to a product's triumph. From the birth of Yves Saint Laurent's Touche Éclat to navigating the complex investment landscape, we unpack the strategies that can make or break your beauty brand. Discover the significance of simplicity in your beauty routine and how embracing 'slow beauty' could be a game-changer for your skin and the environment.
Antonia Knox, Brand Manager and Spokesperson for Aurelia London
Antonia Knox started her career at Aurelia Probiotic Skincare alongside founder Claire Vero in 2013. A vital part of building the Aurelia brand, Antonia has been on Aurelia’s journey from the very beginning. Having started working in Claire's kitchen on formulas and innovation, Antonia has since headed up training employees and retailers, before being appointed Brand Expert in 2019.
Editor turned Writer, Krista Bennett DeMaio Interview
Krista shares her background in the editorial world and provides insight into her process when she is writing about a brand or idea.
SA x The PR Net
Thank you so much to every single PR executive that has given us an opportunity to feature their clients and put faith in us. We are so honored and humbled for every opportunity that comes our way and we can’t wait to bring you more amazing content!
Editor, writer and brand consultant Sarah Wu Interview
Sarah is an experienced Editor, Writer, Contributor and Brand consultant or top skincare brands. In this episode she provides exclusive insight into the beauty and editorial world and shares her experienced perspective on all things beauty.
E.347: CODEX Is Redefining & Decoding The Skincare Space One Product At A Time
In this episode we sat down with Dr Barbara Paldus, PhD of CODEX Beauty Labs to discuss her beautiful line and science first philosophy. CODEX prides itself on crafting science backed skin health options that span not only the realm of beauty but transcend it and move into the world of science and medicine both on a research and allopathic level.