The Bodcast: Recent Episodes
Miami Beach Bum
Join the Partnerships Director of Miami Beach Bum, Maggie Bortner, as she has mindful conversations about trends in beauty and wellness with culture changers and industry disruptors.
On today’s episode Maggie is joined by Sarah Ribner, founder of natural deodorant brand PiperWai. Together they discuss what it means to formulate clean products, the challenges in sourcing natural ingredients, and how the cosmetic industry and manufacturers are shifting to accommodate smaller indie beauty companies.
On today’s episode Maggie is joined by Dianna Cohen, founder of ritual based hair care brand Crown Affair. In our first ever live Bodcast recording they discuss the power of creating a ritual, the consumer shift away from designer beauty brands, and the importance of a female founded company.
On today’s episode Maggie is joined by Jessica Chia, Director of Beauty Brands Strategy at Intrepid Investment Banking. Together they discuss the biggest beauty trends and products predicted to take over the market this year, as well as important company values that are necessary to influence consumer purchasing.
On today’s episode listen as Maggie is joined by Paige Mastrandrea, Editor in Chief of Ocean Drive Magazine. With an inside scoop on all the happenings of the Magic City, they discuss the recent population, real estate, and business boom that has made Miami hotter than ever.
On today’s episode Maggie is joined by Claire McCormack author and editor for Beauty Independent. Together they discuss the rise in beauty retail, IRL community spaces, and industry trends for 2022.
On today’s episode Maggie is joined by Juliana Mejia, CEO and Co-founder of Cada Consult. As an expert in marketing and sustainability they talk through common greenwashing tactics, consumer behaviors, and hurdles in sustainable manufacturing.
On today’s episode I am joined by Ashley Southard, CEO of Mushroom Design. As an expert in adaptogens, gut health, and mind/body wellness, we talk about the connection between the skin and gut microbiomes.
On today’s episode I am joined by co-founder and CEO of TAJA Collections, Annabelle DeGrazio. After years of working as a lawyer, Annabelle saw a need in the marketplace for genuine customized candles. From pouring, packaging, and engraving candles herself, to opening a storefront in Wynwood Miami, Annabelle has built a name for TAJA in the world of sustainable gifting.
On today’s episode, I am joined by Founder of Operation Liberation, Elizabeth Jones. Liz is the ultimate humanitarian providing community assistance to low income regions, rescue + adoption services for animals, and disaster relief response. Operation Liberation is close to the heart of Miami Beach Bum as we donate 1% back to Liz’s efforts. I am honored to have her as a guest on the Bodcast today as we discuss the life-changing work she performs everyday.
On today’s episode, I am joined by Guayana Paez-Acosta, founder of Athena Lab for Social Change. Guayana has over 20 years of professional experience related to social change and institutional partnership building. She is a leader in facilitating institutional collaborations in support of organizations that seek to contribute to sustainable development.
On today’s episode, I am joined by Phoebe Kunitomi, female entrepreneur and founder of minimal bodywear brand, Okko. Together we discuss starting her own business, why minimalism is trending, the growing Miami business culture, and some truly profound advice she’s eager to share with aspiring entrepreneurs.
On today’s episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with lifestyle and beauty writer Adrienne Faurote. Listen as we talk through her impressive journalistic career, beginning as a fashion editor at Marie Claire Magazine, to her most recent move to Miami and busy life as a freelance writer. We discuss all things beauty, from the recent “green” movement to the next big trends she is forecasting for the industry.
On today’s episode, I am joined by female entrepreneur and all-around boss babe, Iman Hasan. Iman is the Founder + CEO of Iman Hasan Creative, an all-female creative + marketing agency, and WeAreRenn, an incubator that provides marketing services, mentorship, and mindset training to female minority-owned start-ups. We talk through her impressive work + life journey that led her to start two companies, how she has navigated her business through the ongoing pandemic, and the magic ingredient that keeps her going.
On today’s episode, female entrepreneur and owner of Habits Skin Lab in Miami, Karol Olivero, joins us to talk about her personal journey dealing with certain skin conditions, how she turned to green beauty to help her solve problems, and ultimately opening up her own skin studio. Together we break down other common skin concerns, how to recognize them, and the best ways to treat them.
On today’s episode, female entrepreneur and founder of Miami Beach Bum, Ayssa Di Pietro, joins us to talk about how her personal life influenced the conception of the brand, her thoughts on green beauty, and how she contributes her time to her local community and the environment.
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