Claim Your Confidence with Lydia Fenet

If you’ve seen someone walking down the street wearing a super chic pair of Mary Janes or ballet flats, chances are they’re from Loeffler Randall. Founder and Chief Creative Officer Jessie Randall launched Loeffler Randall in 2004 with a mission to bring her shoe designs to life in small, thoughtful batches with a focus on quality and detail. Now, Loeffler Randall sells to the world’s largest fashion retailers and has expanded their product line to include handbags, ready-to-wear, and accessories. In March of 2021, Jessie opened Loeffler Randall’s first retail store in the heart of SoHo, NYC. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we discuss launching Loeffler Randall, how Jessie brings her designs to life, and focusing on authenticity when growing your brand.  Don’t miss this interview where we talk about: * Jessie’s design experience, her early career, and what sparked the idea to start her own company * The growing pains of launching–and maintaining–your business as an entrepreneur, and what Jessie has learned over the years * Scaling your company and hiring your first employees * How Jessie and her husband maintain a work-life balance while running Loeffler Randall together * Why Jessie opened Loeffler Randall’s own retail store and what’s coming next for the brand Find Jessie: www.loefflerrandall.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/mvVJCW61klumjMMMhOH3IoublK?domain=loefflerrandall.com] IG: @jessie_loeffler_randall LinkedIn: Loeffler Randall Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/UKqvCXDPm0con888FQI2IWxI5y?domain=lydiafenet.com] IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289056/open_sms] Record a question here [https://www.speakpipe.com/ClaimYourConfidence] so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lydiafenet/] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CYCwithLydiaFenet]. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple [https://apple.co/3w8gq1Z] or Spotify [https://spoti.fi/49n4B6j] or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios [https://www.rockefellercenter.com/newsstand-studios/] at Rockefeller Center [https://www.instagram.com/rockefellercenter/]. Thank you for listening.

From the White House to Spotify, Dustee Jenkins’ career has led her to fulfill many different roles nationally and globally. Currently Spotify’s Chief Public Affairs Officer, Dustee has been recognized by Mashable as one of 10 Pioneering Women Changing the Field of Communications. Before joining Spotify, she served as the Chief Communications Officer and SVP at Target and the director of communications of the Department of Housing and Urban Development as an appointee of President George W. Bush. In this episode, we talk about Dustee’s early career path, her role at Spotify, and soaking in every moment of life’s journey.  Don’t miss this interview where we discuss: * Growing up in a small town, the importance of having female role models, and chasing the dream of making it in a big city * Working in the White House and the value of raising your hand and going above and beyond * Dustee’s love of travel and how to make the most of every trip no matter how long you’re staying * What true partnership in a marriage looks like and how you are nothing without the people in your corner * Knowing when it’s time to move on to your next career endeavor and why you should always be seeking growth Find Dustee: IG: @dusteejenkins X: @DusteeJenkins LinkedIn: Dustee Jenkins Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/X3mLCo2mp0FWGWlKt7FOHpijp5?domain=lydiafenet.com] IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289056/open_sms] Record a question here [https://www.speakpipe.com/ClaimYourConfidence] so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lydiafenet/] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CYCwithLydiaFenet]. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple [https://apple.co/3w8gq1Z] or Spotify [https://spoti.fi/49n4B6j] or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios [https://www.rockefellercenter.com/newsstand-studios/] at Rockefeller Center [https://www.instagram.com/rockefellercenter/]. Thank you for listening.

Diana "DB" Barnes has been constantly evolving throughout her career. Having previously worked in the music, fashion, and tech industries, she is currently the Chief Brand Officer and Creative Director of WHY Brands–a portfolio of consumer lifestyle brands which houses the world's most loved baby lifestyle company Munchkin Inc. She is also the co-founder of Curio, a premium brand of finely crafted home goods designed to elevate the every day. Diana’s work overseeing the creation and execution of brand design and strategy and WHY Brands earned her the honor of being named among 20 of the top CMOs in the world by Fast Company. In this interview, we discuss Diana's career path, her current role at WHY Brands, and the importance of doing things that terrify you.  Don’t miss this episode where we talk about: * How Diana’s love of writing and language led to her passion for typography and graphic design * The many different industries Diana has worked in and why it’s important to broaden your field of knowledge and experience * WHY Brands’ focus on innovation and how the key to innovation is listening to your customers  * Joining the team at Munchkin, Diana’s perspective on staying relevant as a legacy brand, and why Diana founded Curio * What drives Diana creatively and her advice for other creatives who are just starting their professional careers Find Diana: www.whybrands.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/wa51CwpxMAcr53BnCRHzHJueYf?domain=whybrands.com] IG: @dbartifex X: @dbartifex LinkedIn: Diana Barnes “DB” Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/oIDeCxkyOBtNpoYjt7IoHyPwsu?domain=lydiafenet.com] IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289056/open_sms] Record a question here [https://www.speakpipe.com/ClaimYourConfidence] so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lydiafenet/] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CYCwithLydiaFenet]. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple [https://apple.co/3w8gq1Z] or Spotify [https://spoti.fi/49n4B6j] or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios [https://www.rockefellercenter.com/newsstand-studios/] at Rockefeller Center [https://www.instagram.com/rockefellercenter/]. Thank you for listening.

In 2014, less than 2% of venture capital dollars went towards female-founded companies. So, Anu Duggal started Female Founders Fund–the first early-stage fund focused on investing exclusively in female founders–to help support the women who are building the companies of tomorrow. Over the last ten years, FFF has become the leading source of institutional capital for female founders with over $3B in enterprise value and Anu is now one of the few female solo GPs managing over $100 AUM in the venture capital industry. In this episode of Claim Your Confidence, we talk about Anu’s entrepreneurial journey, why she launched Female Founders Fund, and diversifying venture capital.  Don’t miss this interview where discuss: * Growing up in multiple countries, how travel builds confidence, and Anu’s early career path * What Anu learned from her first entrepreneurial venture launching India’s first wine tasting bar before going to business school * The ins and outs of venture capital funds, what entrepreneurs need to know, and what Anu is looking for when deciding to back a company * The untapped potential of investing in female founded businesses, FFF’s success stories, and the milestone of returning their first fund * Being open about the challenges of being a founder and sharing the lessons you’ve learned with those that are just beginning their journeys  Find Anu: www.femalefoundersfund.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/7xJVCzpAVEcVJY7VcMF2H9wO0v?domain=femalefoundersfund.com] IG: @anuduggal; @femalefoundersfund LinkedIn: Anu Duggal Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/iIdmCADrj2cq7K8qcBHDHGbfmG?domain=lydiafenet.com] IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289056/open_sms] Record a question here [https://www.speakpipe.com/ClaimYourConfidence] so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lydiafenet/] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CYCwithLydiaFenet]. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple [https://apple.co/3w8gq1Z] or Spotify [https://spoti.fi/49n4B6j] or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios [https://www.rockefellercenter.com/newsstand-studios/] at Rockefeller Center [https://www.instagram.com/rockefellercenter/]. Thank you for listening.

While working as a licensed skin therapist and instructor in the ‘80s, Jane Wurwand saw the need for high-quality skincare products within the industry. So, she founded Dermalogica to fill that gap. Now, Dermalogica is one of the top professional skincare brands and continues to train thousands of skin therapists across the globe each year. Jane is also the author of Skin in the Game and the co-founder of the Found/LA, a nonprofit with a mission to connect underserved entrepreneurs and small businesses to the funding, coaching, and community they need to thrive. In this episode, we discuss why Jane founded Dermalogica, what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, and the importance of developing a skill set. Don’t miss this interview where we talk about: * Jane’s first job working at a salon and how that set her on the path towards becoming a skin therapist * Embracing the messy journey that is entrepreneurship and asking the question: “how badly do you need it?” * How Jane identified the white space for quality products and training for skin therapists in the U.S. after she moved to LA * Dermalogica’s educational foundation and what sets their professional training program apart from the rest * Jane’s nonprofit Found/LA and what she’s doing to help small businesses find success Find Jane: www.dermalogica.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/QRvCC313BpCN2OqAupIrHQs8j5?domain=dermalogica.com] www.foundla.org [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kPC1C4x2EqFklqg0u5S1H4FTet?domain=foundla.org] IG: @janewurwand X: @Dermalogicajane Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com [https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/BFEaC5yMJrUN62EjuVTxHkHj2W?domain=lydiafenet.com] IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289056/open_sms] Record a question here [https://www.speakpipe.com/ClaimYourConfidence] so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lydiafenet/] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CYCwithLydiaFenet]. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple [https://apple.co/3w8gq1Z] or Spotify [https://spoti.fi/49n4B6j] or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios [https://www.rockefellercenter.com/newsstand-studios/] at Rockefeller Center [https://www.instagram.com/rockefellercenter/]. Thank you for listening.