Beauty Bosses: Recent Episodes
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH
I'm Dr. Lara Devgan, and I'm a plastic surgeon in New York City, the CEO of Scientific Beauty, and of course, a major beauty enthusiast. You are listening to Beauty Bosses, where we chat with fellow industry leaders who are shaping beauty, fashion, wellness, and all things pretty.
Olivia Landeau | The Clear Cut (click for more info.) In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Olivia Landeau, founder of The Clear Cut, for an insightful conversation about the evolving diamond industry and how modern consumers are reshaping the engagement ring market. Together, they explore changing attitudes toward natural and lab-grown diamonds, the emotional significance of engagement rings, and the factors that influence one of life's most meaningful purchases.Drawing on her years of experience, Olivia shares her passion for educating buyers and empowering them to make informed, confident decisions. From understanding diamond quality and value to navigating an often confusing marketplace, she offers practical guidance that helps listeners approach the ring-buying process with clarity, knowledge, and confidence. Beauty Bosses x Olivia Landeau
Amanda Hindlian In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Amanda Hindlian, one of New York City's leading finance executives, for a conversation about building a meaningful career, investing in your future, and embracing the opportunities that come with ambition. Together, they explore why financial literacy is one of the most valuable skills young people can develop, particularly women, discussing the power of investing early, thinking long-term and making intentional decisions that compound over a lifetime. Amanda shares insights from her journey through the competitive world of finance, while Dr. Devgan draws parallels between strategic investing and investing in yourself—through education, discipline, and continuous personal growth.The discussion also offers an honest look at what it takes to succeed as a young woman in New York City. From cultivating resilience and confidence to navigating high-performance environments with authenticity and purpose, Dr. Devgan and Amanda reflect on the habits, mindset, and perseverance required to grow into your fullest potential. Their conversation is an inspiring reminder that success is rarely the result of a single breakthrough, but rather the accumulation of consistent choices, thoughtful risks, and an unwavering commitment to becoming the best version of yourself. Beauty Bosses x Amanda Hindlian
Amy Burstyn-Fritz | Misette (click image for more info.) In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Amy Burstyn-Fritz, founder of the NYC-based food brand Misette, to talk about building a modern hospitality company in one of the most competitive cities in the world. Amy breaks down how Misette grew out of a desire to elevate everyday dining through design-forward tableware and thoughtful hosting essentials, turning a simple idea about “how people gather” into a full-fledged brand. The conversation leans into the reality of NYC entrepreneurship—fast timelines, high standards, and the constant pressure to stand out in a market where taste is everything.They also get into what it actually looks like to be a female founder in New York right now: the balancing act between creative vision and operational grind, fundraising realities, and building credibility in industries that still tend to underestimate women-led consumer brands. Dr. Devgan and Amy connect over the overlap between beauty, lifestyle, and hospitality—how aesthetics aren’t superficial, but part of how people experience care, identity, and connection in daily life. Beauty Bosses x Amy Burstin-Fritz
Alison Chemla | Alison Lou (click image for more info.) Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with jewelry designer and entrepreneur Alison Chemla, founder of Alison Lou, for an insightful conversation exploring the evolution of her bold, fashion-forward luxury brand. From redefining fine jewelry through playful, emotionally resonant designs to building a recognizable name in a competitive market, Alison shares how creativity, instinct, and resilience shaped her journey. The episode offers an inside look at how she transformed a unique artistic vision into a thriving business while staying authentic in an industry often defined by tradition.Beyond brand-building, the discussion dives into the realities of being a modern businesswoman in New York City—navigating ambition, leadership, and the fast-paced entrepreneurial landscape. Alison reflects on balancing innovation with strategy, the challenges of scaling a brand, and the confidence required to carve out space as a female founder in one of the world’s most demanding business capitals. Together, Dr. Devgan and Chemla deliver an inspiring dialogue on entrepreneurship, personal branding, and the power of women shaping the future of luxury. Beauty Bosses x Alison Chemla
Alessandra Perez-Rubio & Louisa Rechter | Mestiza (click image for more info.) This week on Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Alessandra Perez-Rubio and Louisa Rechter, the co-founders of Mestiza New York — the vibrant luxury fashion brand known for its joyful color, statement silhouettes, and modern heirloom energy.From building a brand rooted in friendship to creating an entire world inspired by heritage, tradition, and celebration, Alessandra and Louisa share the story behind Mestiza’s unmistakable point of view. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, creativity, cultural identity, and what it really looks like to build a fashion brand alongside your best friend.Expect stories about color, craftsmanship, risk-taking, and the magic that happens when personal history becomes part of a brand’s DNA.
Rebecca Minkoff on Beauty Bosses In her Beauty Bosses interview with Dr. Lara Devgan, Rebecca Minkoff opens up about her journey from a young designer in NYC to building a global fashion brand known for its iconic bags and accessible luxury pieces. She dives into the origins of Rebecca Minkoff LLC, how she got her first big break in the early 2000s, and what it takes to carve out a space in an industry that’s constantly evolving.The tone of the episode is both candid and inspirational: Rebecca doesn’t shy away from the challenges she’s faced but frames them as crucial lessons — not setbacks — that shaped how she leads her brand today. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Deborah Pagani (click here to visit Deborah Pagani Beauty) Deborah Pagani, founder and CEO of Deborah Pagani Beauty, joins Dr. Lara Devgan for an insightful discussion about her remarkable journey through the beauty industry—from her beginnings as a hair colorist to her evolution into a renowned jewelry designer and the visionary entrepreneur behind a modern lifestyle and haircare brand. Together, they explore how creativity, adaptability, and self-expression shaped her brand’s DNA and personal philosophy.Beyond one woman’s success story, this conversation sheds light on the intersection of art, business, and identity in the evolving world of beauty. It’s a candid look at what it means to build something authentic in an industry that constantly reinvents itself—and how visionaries like Pagani redefine luxury by merging artistry with accessibility, inspiring a new generation of creators to take bold, beautiful risks. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Dina Rosenbloom (click here to visit Hairstory) Dina Rosenbloom, founder and CEO of Hairstory, joins Dr. Lara Devgan for an intimate and insightful conversation about her remarkable path from high-powered roles in business management, strategy, and marketing to launching one of the most disruptive haircare brands in the industry. With a sharp eye for innovation and a deep passion for wellness, Dina opens up about the “why” behind Hairstory: to reinvent how we think about haircare in a world oversaturated with harsh detergents and outdated routines.In this compelling exchange, she unpacks the science behind truly healthy hair products—what works, what doesn’t, and why so many traditional formulas are doing more harm than good. Together, she and Dr. Devgan explore how Hairstory is reframing beauty through clean, intentional formulation and a philosophy that respects both the scalp and the planet. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Priyanka Ganjoo (click here to visit Kulfi Beauty) Priyanka Ganjoo, Founder and CEO of Kulfi Beauty, sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan on this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss lesser known aspects of the beauty industry. Ganjoo is a daring entrepreneaur on a mission to bring high quality, affordable beauty products to all. She details how she evolved from working a 9-5 corporate career into running her own successful business. She discusses the importance of inclusivity, story telling, and truth seeking in everything she does. Listen in now to hear her story. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Erin McLoughlin Erin McLoughlin, journalist and NBC correspondent, embraces the chaos and uncertainty of everyday life as she covers some of the most important stories of our day. She speaks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her approach to restructuring her mentality around bias and ultimately, truth in what she does as she recognizes the inherent risk that misinformation can pose within her line of work. She gives advice on how to be your truest self in the face of self-doubt and how to actualize your dreams. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Peta Murgatroyd (click to visit Peta Jane Beauty) Peta Murgatroyd is an Australian[2] and American[3] professional Latin dancer. She performed in the international tour of the dance production Burn the Floor, including its Broadway run. She is best known for her appearances on the American edition of Dancing with the Stars, which she and her partners have won twice.In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she spills on her successful career on Dancing with the Stars, her innovative brand Peta Jane Beauty, and the overarching themes of health, wellness, and beauty that runs through everything she does. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS
Lauren Berson (click to visit Conceive)
Lauren Berson is the CEO of Conceive, the first women’s reproductive health digital company focused on changing fertility outcomes. She discusses the importance of preventative care, monitoring environmental factors, and personal health in women’s fertility. Berson recognized the lack of research and necessary care in women’s health and decided to do something about it.
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Cynthia Rowley (click to visit her page)
Cynthia Rowley sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to speak about her extensive career in all things creative and to outline when she knew what she wanted to do, how she made it happen, what her brand means to her, and what she does in her free time.
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Nazli Parvizi (click to visit her page)
Nazli Parvizi sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss the improtant intersection that connects beauty, health, the economy, and food. Parvizi's work and passion often resides at the intersection of government, food & hospitality, and the arts. As President of MOFAD (Museum of Food and Drink), Nazli joins a team of incredibly dedicated culinary historians, chefs, writers, food and museum professionals joined together under the mission of using food as a lens to explore and learn more about the world we live in.
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Lydia Fenet (click to visit her page)
Lydia Fenet is an American auctioneer, author, podcast host and globally recognized speaker. As CEO & Founder of The Lydia Fenet Agency, she has raised over a billion dollars for non-profits and charities globally. She joins Dr. Lara Devgan this week on Beauty Bosses to discuss charity auctions and the massive impact she has had in adding more goodness to the world through the personal drive, confidence, and capability that she writes about in her books and speaks about in her podcast.
At its core, Beauty Bosses aims to educate and empower women of all ages to pursue their passions and to do good through any/all industries they take part in. Not only is Fenet no exception, she is one of the women most representative of this concept. Listen in to learn more about Lydia’s non-traditional approach to finding her career path and how she evolved as a person throughout her time working to do good for others.
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Anna Harman (click to visit Studs)
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with fellow female entrepreneur Anna Harman. She is the founder of Studs, a company that can be found across the country that offers a fresh take on the piercing experience. Harman details her story from the moment of conception of the idea that would become Studs, how she started and scaled her business, and what their current and future ambitions and capabilities are.
Tune in to this episode of Beauty Bosses for an insider look on how these female entrepreneurs are making noticeable waves in the already turbulent beauty, jewelry, and healthcare industries of NYC.
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Gwen Whiting (click to visit The Fill)
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with her longtime friend and original podcast guest, Gwen Whiting—renowned designer and entrepreneur.
After co-founding The Laundress and selling to Unilever in 2019, Gwen Whiting went on to found The Fill Club, a members-only home cleaning brand that elevates everyday routines with aromatherapeutic, eco-conscious products. Designed as a wellness experience, it blends sustainability, luxury, and functionality through a curated, concierge-supported subscription model.
From building a global business to elevating the everyday rituals of home care, Gwen shares her journey at the intersection of sustainability, design, and female entrepreneurship.
If you're passionate about thoughtful consumption, love a beautifully curated home, and want a behind-the-scenes look at how women-led brands are challenging industry giants, this conversation is not to be missed. Tune in now.
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Mariah Chase
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan chats with Mariah Chase, a three-time startup founder in both the beauty & fashion industries, about the ever-shifting business industries, how AI will impact these markets, and how he career has pivoted over the year.
Get some insider scoop on what it takes to run a successful startup in the volatile world of beauty and fashion business.
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Elizabeth Kurpis
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Elizabeth Kurpis, Fashion Lawyer & Legal Commentator, on her extensive career in the fashion/beauty industries. She breaks down the trends (both legal and societal), as well as her personal guide to fashion in a world in which the norms seem to change on a daily basis. Kurpis also discusses the “fast fashion” craze of post-pandemic years and her thoughts on the sub industry.
Listen in to learn some interesting facts and some pro tips on how to navigate the volatile world of modern fashion and beauty.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Lara Oboler, NYC Cardiologist, to discuss how vital heart health is for overall health. While external (visible health like skin quality, musculature, etc.) is extremely important, Oboler mentions the fact that someone can look incredibly healthy on the outside but have pressing issues on the inside. Holistic health is essential to a healthy lifestyle.
Listen to learn about some easy ways to improve your heart health throughout your day to make a lasting positive difference on your overall health throughout the course of your life.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Gail Saltz, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at The New York Presbyterian Hospital, Media expert in Mental Health, Author, and Podcast Host, to discuss the current state of the social media and mental health and the evolution of the associated stigma over time.
Discover insights into how to protect and maintain your mental wellness with trusted advice from Dr. Saltz, including everyday tips that you can integrate into your daily routine.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Laura Brown, fashion journalist, Chair of Creative Council, and former editor-in-chief of InStyle magazine, to discuss the current state of the fashion and beauty industries and what it takes to love your job through the lens of Brown’s extensive career.
Learn how to pick the right niche for you in a creative industry that not only interests you, but fulfills you and supports you fundamentally throughout your career. Heed Brown’s advice to harness your full career potential to ultimately rise of the ranks, do what you love, and be who you want to be.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Katerina Mountanos, CEO of Kosterina. to discuss the importance of not only just a good diet, but specifically the “Modern Mediterranean diet” for overall health, wellness, and beauty.
Get the latest scoop on how to do the most you possibly can for your body’s health while consuming the least amount of resources possible to ensure we are making the world a healthier place whilst making our bodies healthier. The world can exist without us but we can’t exist without the world, after all.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Shallon Lester, the star of MTV’s reality series “Downtown Girls” and co-author of YA novel Hot Mess, speaks about the modern day society through the lens of beauty.
Lester fills Dr. Lara Devgan in on the craziness of modern day dating and how it ties back to being your own idol, realizing your true inner (and outer) beauty, and ultimately staying clear of the men who believe they are owed by you. Learn how to navigate life owing yourself and only yourself!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Allison Conrad, founder of Arey, the groundbreaking anti-grey haircare brand. With a mission to help people take control of the natural aging process, Conrad shares the story behind her brand’s creation, her entrepreneurial journey, and how science and innovation are at the heart of her brand’s commitment to longevity – not just living longer, but living better.
The conversation dives deep into the evolving perspective on aging. We explore how Arey empowers individuals to embrace their age with confidence by offering solutions that support healthy hair growth and prevent further greying, allowing people to feel their best at every stage of life. Tune in to learn how beauty, science, and longevity intersect, and tips to embrace aging gracefully!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isabelle Kenyon, a trailblazing healthcare entrepreneur redefining metabolic health. From founding Calibrate to launching a new platform for GLP-1 users, Isabelle shares her journey, the science behind these life-changing medications, and their impact on weight management and overall health.
Discover how GLP-1s are reshaping healthcare, overcoming stigma, and empowering millions. With insights into personalized medicine and the future of metabolic health, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, innovation, and self-care. Tune in for inspiration and cutting-edge perspectives!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Kelly Casaccio and Laura Kosmorski, the innovative co-founders of Tied Sunwear. Born from a deeply personal experience, Tied Sunwear is redefining sun protection with stylish, UPF 50+ clothing designed to keep you safe while looking chic.
Hear the heartfelt story behind the brand, their journey from idea to launch, and the science that sets their products apart. From battling melanoma in their family to creating versatile, confidence-boosting designs like the Sunwrap and “the world’s most comfortable pants,” Kelly and Laura share how they’re reshaping the intersection of fashion, wellness, and skincare.
If you’ve ever wondered how small lifestyle changes can make a big impact on your skin health or want an inside look at building a mission-driven business, this conversation is a must-listen. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and the future of fashion-meets-function.
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Allison Conrad, founder of Arey, the groundbreaking anti-grey haircare brand. With a mission to help people take control of the natural aging process, Conrad shares the story behind her brand’s creation, her entrepreneurial journey, and how science and innovation are at the heart of her brand’s commitment to longevity – not just living longer, but living better.
The conversation dives deep into the evolving perspective on aging. We explore how Arey empowers individuals to embrace their age with confidence by offering solutions that support healthy hair growth and prevent further greying, allowing people to feel their best at every stage of life. Tune in to learn how beauty, science, and longevity intersect, and tips to embrace aging gracefully!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dee Poku discusses the profound impact of powerful female role models, both in media and in real life. She reflects on the evolution of women’s communities – from intimate dinner series with just eight people to entire restaurant takeovers, and now to a vast social network that connects thousands.
Poku emphasizes the importance of storytelling in shifting perceptions, advocating for inclusive narratives that engage both women and men rather than alienating one group. She also highlights the role of branding and marketing in effectively reaching and resonating with audiences. As WIE transitions into a dynamic multimedia platform supporting women’s careers, Poku shares advice for younger generations aspiring to advance gender equality – tune in for the wisdom!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Kimmy Scotti, the innovative force behind Fig1—the dynamic beauty brand that’s redefining the affordable skincare and beauty space. Kimmy dives into her investing strategies, sharing how she’s navigated to the center of the healthcare and consumer industries, dermatological skincare. In seeking out creators who are passionate about solving problems, not just finding solutions, Kimmy divulges her strategy in investing ventures.
Kimmy talks more than just investments—she gets candid about advice on how to be successful as a woman in business, which can be boiled down to one simple statement: “just get started.” Whether you're a budding investor or a small business owner, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.
Tune in for a masterclass in investing, a dash of entrepreneurial advice, and a whole lot of inspiration on Beauty Bosses!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Asya Sharrow, the dynamic force behind SLAPS—the sensational branding company that’s redefining modern marketing. Asya dives into her groundbreaking marketing strategies, sharing how she’s captured the hearts (and wallets) of Gen Z and Millennials alike. From leveraging TikTok trends to her unfiltered take on what really resonates with today’s consumers, Asya reveals the secrets to her brand’s success.
But it’s not just about business—Asya gets candid about the challenges of staying authentic in a crowded market, her inspiration for SLAPS’ bold branding, and how generational shifts are shaping the future of marketing. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a branding aficionado, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
Tune in for a masterclass in branding, a dose of marketing wisdom, and a whole lot of inspiration on Beauty Bosses!
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In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Joey Wölffer shares her journey of entrepreneurship, drawing inspiration from her late father to build a lasting legacy through Wölffer Estate and its celebrated wines. She discusses her passion for empowering women and giving a platform to unheard voices, blending business with a mission for social impact.
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Chloe Harrouche, co-Founder and CEO of The Lanby, discusses her journey as a patient and rising leader in American healthcare. She shares insights on how The Lanby addresses systemic challenges, draws inspiration from unexpected sources, and redefines patient-centered care in the modern healthcare landscape. Listen on for more.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Jade Beguelin, co-founder of skincare brand 4AM Skin, discusses her pivot from finance to skincare, the historic nightlife influences that fuel the brand’s visuals, and the best places to have a cocktail night with the girls in NYC.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, New York based designer and creative director Carly Cushnie talks early design inspirations from growing up in London, interning for Oscar de la Renta, and spearheading her own line CUSHNIE. She also discusses her more recent pivot to designing interiors. Listen on for more details.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, co-Founder and co-CEO of Primary, Galyn Bernard, talks founding a genderless clothing line for kids. After raising daughters who hated pink, Bernard recognized a need for simplifying kids clothing shopping and endeavored to create a store wherein every color could be for every kid. Listen on to learn more.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, design maven Purvi Padia discusses her transition from fashion to interior design, her new table top line REVELRY, and her work spearheading Project Lion for UNICEF. As you will hear, each endeavor in her life stems from childhood curiosities and observations. Furthermore, Purvi would love to offer listeners a 15% discount to REVELRY with the code LARA15.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, entrepreneur extraordinaire Chris Coffee sits down with Dr. Devgan to discuss his journey reviving an 18th century building into a Sag Harbor jewel: Sage and Madison. He talks his creative process, how to stand out, and the importance of building not only brand identity but brand experience.
Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim talk helming the iconic fashion institution Oscar de la Renta and finding their voice with their own brand, Monse. The sartorial storytellers discuss their origins in the fashion world as well as their viral moment dressing Michelle Obama for the DNC stage. Listen on to learn how they balance it all.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Pinkie founders, Fiona Simmons and Sana Clegg, talk creating period products with young women in mind. They recount their own experiences coming of age in a market that neglected the needs of tweens and teens and how they decided to take matters into their own hands, curating products to protect and empower the new generation.
Linus Adolfsson, Swedish entrepreneur and founder of The Sleep Spa talks sleep science, sleep myths, and how the best beds are sleep instruments (designed by Hästens no less!). He also discusses the importance of sleep in Swedish culture and what Americans can learn about getting a healthy amount of zzz’s.
On this episode of ‘Beauty Bosses,’ e-commerce maven Vanessa Torrivilla Ariel, co-founder of Goldbelly, discusses utilizing her passion for e-commerce and marketing to develop the innovative food app, the connective power of food, and the future of UX.
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and lawyer Antoniette Costa stopped by the offices of Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss the inspiration behind her latest album ‘Pitupatter.’ After healing from a major health crisis, Costa pledged to record the music she had written in recovery. Along the way, Costa speaks about her work with Dr. Devgan, who helped her hold onto her identity while battling a brain tumor.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we speak with fashion designer, leather accessories queen, author, and podcaster Rebecca Minkoff about her iconic bags, 5 NYC fashion must-haves, and how she got her big break in the early 2000s. Delve into the world of this iconic fashion maven as she discusses her experience navigating an ever changing industry.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with the inimitable Alexa von Tobel to discuss personal finance, entrepreneurship, and revolutionizing Fintech. She is a founder of various enterprises including LearnVest and Inspired Capital where she currently serves as a Managing Partner. She also is a New York Times best-selling author, with three books under her belt, including a text on financial planning for kids, called ‘Money Matters’ with Rebel Girls.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, we speak with Dr. Maria Zalewska, Media and Memory Scholar. Her work focuses on questions like: What does it mean to take a selfie at Auschwitz? What does it mean to consider medical experimentation by Nazis at concentration camps? What is the power of recipes and food in generational memory? What is society going to be like when the last remaining Holocaust survivors pass away? These questions and more will be discussed on this essential episode of the podcast.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, the ladies of Celebrity Memoir Book Club stop by Dr. Lara Devgan’s NYC office. The aforementioned literary podcast, helmed by best friends Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton, emerged from the Brooklyn stand-up comedy scene. Listen along as they talk Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir, the most surprising and unexpected celebrity memoirs, and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading books.
On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whelan, double board-certified endocrinologist practicing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Dr. Salas-Whelan went to Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua Mexico, following which she completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at Jacobi Medical Center as part of Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York, was a Research fellow in Obesity Surgery at John Hopkins University, and another Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at University of Maryland. Dr. Salas-Whelan’s practice has a particular emphasis on obesity, diabetes, and thyroid disorders and aims to change the narrative of obesity.
This episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Jessel Taank, New York-based fashion publicist, brand consultant, and cast member of the new Real Housewives of New York City. Jessel holds an impressive resume in the fashion world for her work with Conde Nast International, Stella McCartney, Celine, Victoria Beckham, Michael Kors, Westfield and most recently her own agency The Know and soon-to-launch e-commerce platform ŌUSHQ. Listen to the full podcast here!
This episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan welcomes Fortune Dushey. Fortune Dushey is a NYC-based former fashion stylist and blogger behind Fortune Inspired, a curated digital destination that captures Fortune's personal style, health + wellness tips, and travel diaries. In addition to blogging and content creation, Fortune is also a seasoned events host, having hosted private shopping events for the likes of Net-A-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nili Lotan, Michael Kors, Gianvito Rossi, Kule, and MIGUELINA, among others. Listen to this episode to hear about Fortune’s fashion tips, her career journey and advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.
This week on Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Dr. Rabia Malik. Dr. Malik is an holistic aesthetic doctor based at The Wellness Clinic in Harrods, London who chooses not to work with injectables and instead specializes in collagen stimulating skin treatments and pigmentation management. Dr. Malik used her expertise to found Skin W1, a skincare line that focuses on active ingredients that stimulate collagen without irritation.
Today on Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan chats with Inge Theron. Inge previously was a beauty and wellness columnist for the Financial Times and had a reputation for being a ‘Spa Junkie’. Through her experience with invasive and non-invasive procedures, she founded FaceGym, a facial workout utilizing different massaging techniques and traditional Chinese healing and wellness methods to alleviate pain, improve blood circulation, and release toxins. FaceGym has 13 global studio locations in London, Manchester, New York, Los Angeles and Sydney. Listen to this episode to hear more about Inge and her beauty journey!
This week on Beauty Bosses Dr. Devgan chats with Ben Varadi, Director, Chief Creative Officer & Executive VP at Spin Master. Spin Master is the group behind some of your favorite children's toys and franchises including Paw Patrol, Bakugan, Hatchimals, Kinetic Sand and Air Hogs. Ben graduated with his honours business administration degree from Western University’s Richard Ivey School of Business in Ontario, Canada and then went on to become a founding member of Spin Master with two of his friends Anton Rabie and Ronnen Harary. Listen to this episode to hear a little bit about Ben, his journey to Spin Master, and the power of toys. Featuring some special surprise guests!
This week on Beauty Bosses we welcome Carly Mark, a contemporary artist, writer, and fashion designer. You might be familiar with her line Puppets and Puppets, a label that merges fashion and art, with unconventional pieces that explore storytelling and non-traditional themes. Carly holds an impressive resume in the art and fashion world and was nominated for the 2022 CFDA Emerging Designer of the Year Award. Listen to this episode to learn more about Carly and her transition into the art and fashion world!
Today we welcome Claudia Lima-Guinehut, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Claire’s to Beauty Bosses. Not just your local ear piercing destination, Claire’s Holdings is a worldwide leader in trendy accessories and fashion products across North America, Europe, the Middle East and South Africa. Claudia has her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from New York University and her Master of Business Administration from Columbia University. Claudia has also held senior roles in the past at The Children’s Place, Destination Maternity, Zara, Camuto Group, Ralph Lauren, and Fifth & Pacific. Listen to this episode to hear a little more about Claudia and her experiences in the business world.
Global fashion sourcer, Gab Waller, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Named “the world’s most famous personal shopper” by Forbes, and featured in the New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and more, Gab has made quite a name for herself in the world of luxury fashion in such a short time.
With a stunning list of notable clients including Hailey Bieber, Khloé Kardashian, Lori Harvey, and, most recently, Sofia Richie Grainge, Gab shares the story of how sourcing a Phoebe Philo Celine coat for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley started it all. Listen to the episode to hear how Gab has managed to continue her success and scale a global business all through the power of Instagram DM’s.
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A true visionary in the beauty industry and founder of ILIA Beauty, Sasha Plavsic, joined me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! If you're a beauty enthusiast like me, chances are you're already familiar with ILIA's popular and sustainable makeup products.
Pioneers in clean beauty, ILIA believes in “Clean, skin-centric beauty” and focuses on “Skincare-powered makeup”. In this episode, we dive deeper into Sasha’s commitment to delivering top-notch, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly cosmetics.
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Fine jewelry designer Nina Runsdorf joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Nina has had a passion for the industry since she was young, creating her first jewelry collection in the kitchen of her parent’s upstate farm when she was just twelve years old. After working in the fashion industry for several years, she decided to return to her first love, jewelry. She deepened her knowledge of gemstones working alongside her father-in-law at Runsdorf Associates in the heart of New York’s diamond district as well as becoming GIA certified. In 2005 she launched her first collection and immediately made a name for herself with her trademarked design, the Flip Ring. Nina sits down with me this week to discuss being a female in a male-dominated industry, and creating pieces that are “never too precious to wear”.
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Digital marketing maven and former editor-in-chief of PopSugar, Sade Strehlke, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! If you are listening to this podcast, you probably love all things beauty – and if you love all things beauty you are probably already a fan of PopSugar! But for those who might not be familiar – PopSugar is one of the largest online magazines for millennial and Gen Z women in the world.
Sade has a stunning resume outside of PopSugar as well, with over a decade of experience at leading fashion and lifestyle publications including Teen Vogue, TIME Magazine, and Refinery29. Sade sits down with me this week to discuss her time at PopSugar, raising children in today’s world, and how influencers are changing the landscape of digital media (spoiler alert: they’re just the new generation of 2010’s bloggers!).
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PR It Girl and CEO + Founder of Savi, Savannah Engel, joins me in my New York City office for this week’s episode of Beauty Bosses! Hailing from the Mississippi Delta, Savannah has made a name for herself as an NYC PR powerhouse. After getting her start as an intern for Michael Kors, Savannah moved on to Barneys, then back to Michael Kors, and finally, First Access Entertainment before founding her own agency. Formerly known as “Savannah Engel PR”, she rebranded and introduced her agency, “Savi”, earlier this year. Savannah sits down with me this week to discuss the new generation of PR, her most iconic celeb placements, and the ski trip accident that started it all.
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Rachel Apfel Glass, the founder of Glosslab, joins me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! Initially working in finance, Rachel sought out to reinvent the manicure experience by creating a nail salon that prioritized hygiene and offered customers a more enjoyable and efficient process. Rachel sits down with me this week to discuss her entrepreneurial journey to modernize the manicure.
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Neffatari (Neff) Davis from Inventing Anna joins me in my New York City office for the 100th episode of Beauty Bosses! From working as a concierge at the luxury hotel where she befriended Anna Delvey, to being personally invited by Shonda Rhimes to be a consultant on the Netflix original series Inventing Anna, Neff has launched a career for herself in filmmaking and assisting one of the top NFL players in the league. Neff sits down with me this week to discuss acclimating to her new life after the Emmy-nominated television show and the many opportunities that came with it.
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NY-based comedian, sketch writer, and Tik Tok personality Stef Dag joined me in my New York City office for the 99th episode of Beauty Bosses! A 2022 New York Comedy Festival “Creator to Watch” and writer of the popular Vogue series, “Everything You Need to Know”, I met Stef through filming for her upcoming documentary that aims to demystify uncomfortable subjects. This week we sat down in my office to discuss dating in New York City, the female anatomy, and other taboo topics.
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Award-winning executive producer, journalist, and president of Mo News Mosheh Oinounou joined me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! From Fox News to Bloomberg to CBS, Mosheh is a TV news veteran who launched his own news company, Mo News, in 2020. Mo News was created to curate verified and balanced news and has built a highly engaged following of nearly 300,000 followers on his Instagram. Mosheh sits down with me this week to talk about social media reporting, the rise of AI, and uncovering the most unbiased news source.
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Comedian, Creative Director, and self-proclaimed “serial shopper” Courtney Davis joined me in my New York City office for the latest episode of Beauty Bosses! An NYC city girl turned certified Connecticut housewife, Courtney Davis is living the life most only dream of and taking her comedy and style along with her. Courtney sits down with me this week to talk about being a woman in comedy, gentle parenting, and being a “bad Stepford Wife”.
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Vacation at her and her husband’s hotel @thebraziliancourt
Writer and social media personality Hannah Stella joined me in my New York City office for the official relaunch of Beauty Bosses! From “A day in my life as a New York City housewife” to setting sail on the open seas of the Caribbean, Hannah Stella has done it all and taken her audience along with her. Now back on dry land for a spell, Hannah Stella sits down with me to talk about all things etiquette, getting divorced in the public eye, and becoming a best-selling Substack author.
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I was so honored to host the one and only Gabby Bernstein on Beauty Bosses this week. Gabby is a motivational speaker, host of the Dear Gabby podcast, spiritual guru, entrepreneur, and author of nine New York Times best-sellers. She uses her story and life experience to coach her audience through difficult situations. By incorporating practices such as mindfulness and meditation, Gabby has helped hundreds of thousands of people overcome trauma, addiction, depression, and much more. On this episode we talk everything from meditation, dealing with negativity, using retinol in the summer, and even kittens!
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This week, I sat down with the dynamic duo, Elizabeth and Dale from Sweats and the City. They met their freshman year of college at the University of Michigan. Little did they know that they would be the founders of one of the most popular wellness and fitness platforms on Instagram. We talk about everything from running a business as best friends to the role of influencers in society, cancel culture, and social media toxicity.
Ava Lee, also known as Glow with Ava, is a beauty influencer that strives to marry the best skincare practices of the east and the west. After leaving her demanding job in finance two years ago, Ava decided to turn her passion for skincare into a full-time career. Ava and Dr. Devgan sat down to discuss everything from working in a male-dominated industry, building a skincare empire from the ground up, and what it really means to pursue your passion.
Cynthia Rowley is a celebrated fashion designer, best-selling author, and host of her own podcast “Ageless.” She began her career in fashion while studying at the Art Institute of Chicago and since then she has made her mark in the industry with her brand’s signature look of pretty-meets-sporty.
Erin Parsons is a Maybelline Global Makeup Artists who speaks candidly to Dr. Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses about how she started in the industry, how model Gigi Hadid supported her artistic journey, and her makeup tips. Tune in to hear a medical professional and makeup professional discuss the biology side of human features, the freedom to be beautiful on your own terms, and the minimalist approach to beauty.
For the first episode of season three of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan sits down with TikTok Star star Tinx to chat about her early experiences with botox, and how she started building her brand through social media platforms.
Anne M. Mahlum is a female entrepreneur who knows how to create and build with purpose…and she knows how to do it quickly. She is currently the Founder, Owner and CEO of a fast-growing boutique fitness company she founded in DC in 2013 called [solidcore]. In just 5 years, Anne has grown her company to more than 60 locations (entirely corporately owned) with more than 100,000 clients. [solidcore] has studios in DC, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Florida, Indiana, New York, Texas, Georgia, Minneapolis, North Dakota, Connecticut, Illinois and Michigan. Prior to [solidcore], Anne was the CEO of Back on My Feet (BoMF), a non-profit organization she founded in Philadelphia in 2007 that uses the power of running to change the way those experiencing homelessness see themselves so they can make real change in their lives, which includes employment and independent housing. Anne is also a motivational speaker and regularly speaks at corporate events, academic institutions and conferences on numerous topics including, leadership, being bold, finding your happiness, the business behind starting a nonprofit, and social change.
Bina B. Palnitkar is a trial lawyer whose practice focuses on resolving complex business and intellectual property disputes through litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Bina has a national and international practice that is tailored to the needs and expectations of her clients. She has broad experience handling breach of contract, trademark infringement litigation, anti-counterfeiting enforcement, international FCPA compliance matters, medical malpractice defense for health care entities, fraud, tortious interference, and theft of trade secrets. Bina’s practical experience and approach to dispute resolution covers a number of disciplines and industries, including health care, start-up firms, and technology.
Katie Sturino is an entrepreneur, social media influencer, body positivity advocate and fierce animal activist. Through her personal platforms, @katiesturino and The12ishStyle.com, she lends her voice and personal style to raise awareness for size inclusivity, empowering women of all sizes to find their confidence and celebrate their style. Her regular content series, #SuperSizeTheLook and #MakeMySize have gone viral, reaching millions of people and attracting global media attention. Katie is also the founder of MEGABABE, an innovative beauty brand offering non-toxic, solution-oriented products that allow people to feel more comfortable and confident in their own skin.
On this podcast, Dr. Devgan chats with the girls of Scopes & Scrubs: Lindsey, Juliana, and Marisol. They are third year MD/PhD students living in NYC who started @ScopesandScrubs to share their experience in efforts to give exposure to MD/PhD programs and inspire others. Additionally, their goal is to make science/medicine fun and provide students with the resources to excel in the STEM fields. You can find them online at https://www.scopesandscrubs.org/ or on Instagram @scopesandscrubs.
Dr. Frevert studied chemistry at the Philipps-University, Marburg (Germany) where he got his PhD in biochemistry. In his thesis work, he investigated the biosynthesis of plant organelles and enzymes of fatty acid metabolism. After a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley (USA), he started his career in 1983 at the Battelle Institute in Frankfurt (Germany). Between 1995 and 2006, Dr. Frevert was Project Manager for biochemical projects and later Chief Scientific Officer of BioteCon Therapeutics GmbH, and during this time he started a cooperation with Merz Pharmaceuticals to develop the pure clostridium botulinum neurotoxin as a pharmaceutical which was licensed as Xeomin in 2005 in Germany for the treatment of cervical dystonia and blepharospasm and in 2009 for the treatment of glabellar frown lines. In 2007 he was employed by Merz Pharmaceuticals as Head of Botulinum Toxin Research and was responsible for the development of next generation botulinum toxin products with new pharmacological properties. In 2017 he retired and is now working as a consultant for Merz Pharmaceuticals.
Jennifer Zuccarini is the founder and designer of lingerie and ready-to-wear brand Fleur du Mal. She studied Fine Arts in Montreal, after which she completed another degree in Fashion Design at Fashion Institute of Technology. She launched Fleur du Mal in 2012 with the goal to change the way women approach lingerie by creating pieces that can be worn every day. You can shop her collection at top retailers, including Neiman Marcus, Net-A-Porter, Barney’s, and Shopbop. She is also the former design director of Victoria’s Secret and the co-founder of Kiki de Montparnasse. In 2017, Fleur de Mal opened a boutique in SOHO, New York City.
Amanda Baldwin is the President of Supergoop!, the first protective skincare brand that puts SPF at the forefront. The brand’s mission is to change the way the world thinks about sunscreen through its clean, feel-good, highly innovative formulas that are fun and easy to use daily—not to mention superpowered to shield your skin from the full spectrum of light and other aggressors. As President, Amanda oversees the company’s marketing, sales, product development, operations and finance divisions, and under her leadership for the past three years, the company is on track to grow by more than 7x. Amanda is a veteran of the beauty industry, and before joining Supergoop!, she was a member of the operating team at L Catterton, the largest global consumer-focused investment fund, collaborating with management teams across the portfolio and serving as the Chief Marketing Officer of StriVectin Operating Company. Prior to that, she led the omnichannel marketing strategy of Dior Beauty at LVMH, Inc. and held several positions at Clinique, a part of The Estee Lauder Companies. Her career began in finance as a private equity investor at Apax Partners and an investment banking analyst at Goldman, Sachs & Co.
Sarah Larson Levey is the Founder and CEO of New York-based Y7 Studio. She is an innovator, entrepreneur, 200-hour registered yoga instructor, author, and certified Health Coach. After working in Fashion for five years, Levey launched Y7 at 26 as an answer to her personal desire for something other than the (very) traditional yoga practices offered. Since launching in 2013, the Y7 brand has expanded to a bicoastal business with ten studios across New York and Los Angeles, disrupting the fitness space and flexing real influence. Levey’s goal? Make the practice of yoga more accessible and inclusive in attitude and design, with dark rooms and zero mirrors to eliminate the distraction of physical comparison. Featured on the September 2018 cover of Inc. Magazine’s Annual Inc 5000 List, named All-Star Entrepreneur of the year by Inc. Magazine and featured in Forbes, Vogue, Bazaar, Entrepreneur, Shape, InStyle, Refinery29, Women’s Health and more, Levey has earned her success with pure drive and dedication. Outside the studio, Sarah has appeared in campaigns for GapBody, TRESemmé, and Nike.
Vikki Ziegler is a practicing attorney of matrimonial law and civil litigation, a television personality that is known for her commentaries on high-profile cases, an active volunteer for women’s and children’s charities, and the innovator of a unique and realistic approach to “divorce management.” Bringing together her insights as a divorce attorney, her childhood experience of her own parents’ divorce, and years of careful listening to clients and friends, Ziegler’s approach seeks to de-stigmatize divorce by allowing its empowering aspects to triumph. She is the author of her book The Pre-marital Planner: A Complete Legal Guide to a Perfect Marriage and was the star of Bravo reality show Untying the Knot.
Karah Preiss is a content producer based in New York City. In 2017, she founded Belletrist, a social media-first community for book lovers, with actress Emma Roberts. Through Belletrist, Karah and Emma are on a mission to promote reading as an accessible and unique form of self-care. Prior to Belletrist, Karah was a video producer at The Huffington Post and hosted the short form series Talk Nerdy To Me. She now co-hosts the iHeart Radio podcast Sleepwalkers, which explores the A.I. revolution.
The brain behind and face of emerginC, CEO and Founder Ian Lirenman was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, where he found himself immersed in the skincare business when he accepted a position at a leading distribution company for top industry brands. As a result of his years of work, Ian gained an extensive knowledge of formulations, molecular technology, and scientific industry breakthroughs which gave him the inspiration to finally launch and create his own line. With a commitment to effectiveness, sustainability and quality, Ian has grown emerginC into one of the world’s leading skincare brands. Launched in 1996, emerginC debuted with a single star product – the potent and highly-stable vitamin C serum. emerginC products are paraben-free, free of synthetic fragrances and colors, and incorporate the highest quality ingredients, sourced naturally wherever possible for maximum effectiveness.
Cindy Feinberg, CPC, CAI is the founder and president of The Recovery Coach LLC, a private recovery coaching service that integrates recovery and intensive administrative management for individual clients in myriad stages of recovery. As a scheduling and administrative manager, lifestyle coach, and interventionist, Cindy facilitates the actions necessary to aid an individual in remaining free from the chaos and disruption that drugs, alcohol and other self harming actions or addictions can create. Cindy Feinberg is trained in Motivational Interviewing, and is currently training in CRAFT, community reinforcement and family training. This allows Cindy to work with the families and loved ones; which fosters a greater chance for lifetime change.
An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s playful and subtly edgy designs can be spotted around the world on young women and celebrities alike. After developing an affinity for design while in the costume department in high school, Rebecca Minkoff moved to New York City at only 18 years old to pursue her dream of becoming a fashion designer. In 2001, Rebecca designed a version of the “I Love New York” t-shirt as part of a five-piece capsule collection, which appeared on The Tonight Show and became an overnight sensation. After four years of designing statement-making handbags and accessories with her trademark leathers, studs and hardware, Rebecca returned to her roots of apparel design and introduced her first ready-to-wear collection in 2009. Today, Rebecca Minkoff is a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry and accessories.
Cassandra Grey is an American business woman and a Creative Director. Formally a New York-based brand and marketing lead for hire, Grey opened a styling studio on Melrose Place in 2010 as a creative space for talent and industry experts to craft red carpet images. The studio naturally sparked collaboration and, by virtue of its access and collective expertise, it soon evolved into a trusted source in beauty product recommendations. In 2013 Grey founded VIOLET GREY – a content and commerce destination born out of Hollywood beauty culture.
Passion and creativity were the driving forces that brought Stephanie Wynne Lalin and Jenny Klatt together to launch Jemma Wynne in 2008. Guided by their uniquely sophisticated and chic sensibility, the design duo combines classic polish with relaxed femininity to create their fine jewelry collection. Together, Jenny and Stephanie breathe fresh life into precious jewels by adding their unique perspective and unexpected detail to all of their creations. Today, Jemma Wynne can boast a growing roster of celebrity fans including January Jones, Rihanna, Kristen Bell, Scarlett Johansson, Mila Kunis, Camila Alves, Reese Witherspoon and Olivia Palermo. Listen for more information as Dr. Devgan chats with them about all things beauty and fashion.
For almost three decades, Frédéric Fekkai has shaped the international beauty landscape. Born in France, Frédéric rapidly rose through the beauty ranks. Instead of performing a “signature cut”, Frédéric became the master of customization. Frédéric’s vision extended beyond running a salon when he realized that women spared no expense on their complexions, but the majority of haircare products were purchased at the drugstore. With a nod to prestige skincare, Frédéric decided to extend the luxury hair experience from his salon into clients’ homes with a product collection. Frédéric Fekkai evolved from a salon owner and stylist with an impressive roster of clients to a luxury lifestyle brand.
Dr. Samantha Boardman is a Positive Psychiatrist with a private practice in Manhattan. She is a Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry and Assistant Attending Psychiatrist at Weill Cornell Medical College. After a patient told Dr. Boardman that every session only made her feel worse, Samantha realized, “She was right. I knew how to dial down her misery, but I knew nothing about how to build up her strengths and cultivate wellbeing.” In response to this, Samantha went back to school and received her Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and has been practicing Positive Psychiatry ever since. Dr. Boardman created a website and e-newsletter, Positive Prescription, sharing insights from the psychiatry and psychology community with readers, and exploring the way psychology, culture and science intersect. Through Boardman’s website, she shares scientifically backed observations that are life-enhancing and resilience-building. Listen in as Dr. Devgan chats with Dr. Boardman on positivity and beauty!
Jacquelyn DeJesu is the founder and CEO of SHHHOWERCAP, a fashion forward reinvention of the shower cap that has been optimized for both form and function. As an advertising creative, Jacquelyn spent over a decade building brands at some of the world’s top agencies and has led the creative work on accounts across a range of categories. Throughout her career, Jacquelyn has been driven to create disruptive ideas by finding power in simplicity and beautiful execution.
Listen as Dr. Devgan and Jacquelyn chat about hair care and the journey of entrepreneurship.
Jake Walker, an early employee at Giphy, climbed the ranks and currently works as a Client Lead at the popular social media company. He is also an illustrator that has been with Giphy from its early stages and he has personally contributed to its growth. Giphy completely revolutionized social media when they introduced their animated content and you can find Jake himself in their trending searches.
Listen as Dr. Devgan and Jake talk about social media, trending topics, and business growth.
Haley Sacks is an entrepreneur and the financially savvy founder of the popular platform: Mrs. Dow Jones. Haley started her company in 2017 when she realized that financial information/content needed a millennial makeover. She took matters into her own hands and now puts out content that appeals to the masses. Mrs. Dow Jones has disrupted Wall Street and now listen as Dr. Devgan and Haley chat about everything from beauty, women in business, and Wall Street!
Pamela Baxter is the founder of Bonafide Beauty Lab, an entrepreuner, executive, and boss lady. Pamela Baxter chats with Dr. Devgan about her role as a woman in leadership. Her innovative company, Bonafide Beauty Lab, is a beauty incubator that identifies founder led beauty businesses and provides them with funding and management services for accelerated growth. As the former President and CEO of huge name brands in the fashion world, she is a certified Beauty Boss.
Listen as Dr. Devgan keeps her listeners informed and inspired during this conversation with Pamela Baxter.
Melissa Ben-Ishay is a successful mom and baker. She is the founder of Baked by Melissa, the famous New York City-based brand that produces handmade, bite-size cupcakes and treats. Her passion for baking led her launching Baked by Melissa in 2008, with the idea that people should be able to taste more flavors without a post-dessert guilt trip.Today the company operates 14 stores and ships across the country. In October of 2017, she released her first cookbook, Cakes by Melissa. She currently serves as the company’s President and Chief Product Officer.
Listen as Dr. Devgan and Melissa chat about all things business, beauty, and women in positions of power.
Jeremy Adelman worked as an investment banker and corporate development consultant prior to co-founding Artis. During his previous roles, he assessed countless business pitches on products, both new and established, from like-minded creators and visionaries – all who were seeking white space opportunities and new ways to enhance their customers’ experiences. Jeremy’s ability to work across all consumer product categories armed him with the skill set and expertise he needed to develop a successful business blueprint that has since fueled Artis’ global success. Listen as Dr. Devgan keeps her listeners educated and informed.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Dan Browne, Co-Founder, President and CEO of Revance. Revance is responsible for a new neurotoxin, DaxibotulinumtoxinA, that is expected to be on the market next year. This groundbreaking toxin is predicted to last 6 months, 2-3 months longer than all other toxins that are available now. The currently unnamed product is the first vegan toxin and is just the beginning of long acting neuromodulators. Listen as Dr. Devgan learns what’s new in the world of aesthetics and keeps her listeners educated and informed.
Dr. Devgan sits down with the beautiful and charismatic Sara Foster. Sara is currently the Creative Director of Bumble, a TV producer, model, actress, and mom just to mention a few. Her story to success has taken her on many different paths and often finds her working with her younger sister Erin. Listen as they discuss everything from eyebrows and lasers, to children and how we are now living in a time where women can do it all.
Dr. Devgan sits down with David Pirrotta. David's career began in New York City on the cosmetic floors of Bergdorf Goodman and Barneys New York. It was there where he learned in great detail how to sell, manage, and built esteemed relationships. His extensive beauty and fashion knowledge continued to grow and evolve in varied positions: Sales and Marketing Director at Jeffre Scott New York, Sales and Education Director for red flower, Sales & Business Development Director for The Art of Shaving, and Vice President of Sales for Sharps Barber and Shop. With over 20 years of industry experience, David was inspired by the demand for a boutique agency that helps build the foundation for brands to grow successfully. This laid the groundwork for his eponymous firm, David Pirrotta Brand Management and Distribution - known today as David Pirrotta Brands. Established February of 2010 in Los Angeles, he has since launched some of today's most coveted brands including ILIA Beauty and RODIN Olio Lusso, which was acquired by Estée Lauder in 2014. David's unwavering and creative eye for aesthetics, paired with his strategic business sense, has led him to partner and curate trade shows, participate in various consulting projects, and chairing advisory boards. Today, he leads his team in providing a sweeping array of customized services to each of our brands, bringing them to our customers, and expanding them into international markets.
Beauty Bosses is in Cancun! Dr. Devgan sits down with David Moatazedi, CEO of Evolus. Listen as they discuss Jeuveau, a new neurotoxin that has just launched. The first neurotoxin to enter the market in over 10 years. In college David was a chemistry undergraduate but knew that he wanted to go into marketing and sales. After an internship with another pharmaceutical company he knew that he wanted to make a difference in the industry and own his own company, but he didn’t know how. 14 years later he is the CEO of his own company, a go getter, and one of the most passionate guests we have ever had on Beauty Bosses.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Melissa Lovy, Founder & CEO of the Melissa Lovy brand. Melissa Lovy is an NY based jewelry brand aimed at generating mass appeal – the designs connect generations through classic shapes and versatility. Each pieces is made with 3-D printing, combining technology & fashion. It is truly the jewelry that moms buy and their daughters immediately steal. Melissa’s used her business savvy, marketing & social media expertise to bring coveted pieces to the market. As a notable female entrepreneur on the rise, she’s committed to inspiring other women to take on their dreams. Listen as Lara and Melissa discuss her journey to building her business from the ground up, becoming the beauty boss that she is today.
Dr Devgan sits down with Deborah Pagani. Deborah designs fine jewelry and hair accessories for women after her own heart: a tribe of veritable femme-fatales. Collections reflect the curved shadows and stark shapes of Art Deco, plus silhouettes inspired by 80s excess and 90s minimalism—codes that stand the test of time. She started her career styling hair in the late 90’s, working alongside masters such as John Sahag, Oribe Canales, and Rita Hazan. Deborah launched her fine jewelry brand in 2008 after friends admired the pieces she had created for herself. Her collections are a celebration of individual beauty. Each piece is designed to complement a woman’s face and body, bringing out their best and brightest.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Hilaria Baldwin and Daphne Oz, co-hosts of the “Mom Brain” Podcast. Daphne is the mom of three beautiful children, American nutrition author and host of the Chew. Hilaria is the mom to 4 adorable children and author of The Living Clearly Method. However, they have found that their children don’t come with instructions so together they figure out being a mom. With advice from experts and doctors, trusted mom friends and simply learning on the job their podcast is just as hilarious and brilliant as they are.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Dana Rae, founder of ABLE cosmetics and makeup artist to Daphne Oz, Nell Diamond, Alison Lou, Samantha Wasser, Isabel Wilkinson, and Sarah Hoover. From an early age, she struggled in school due to her learning differences. These challenges forced her to learn and solve problems in her own way. She often expressed herself through art and was constantly discovering new angles to work out scholastic obstacles.
This journey with creative problem solving eventually led Dana to establish ABLE Cosmetics.
In high school, Dana landed an internship with Bobbi Brown. She then went on to assist for celebrity makeup artists at IMG’s The Wall Group. Dana studied painting at Syracuse University, attended The New School’s Parsons School of Design for fine arts, and The Makeup Designory for beauty, editorial and prosthetic makeup.
Since 2009, Dana has been a professional makeup artist in New York City, Los Angeles & Paris. She has clients such as Condé Nast, Hearst Publications, Warner Bros, Equinox, Nike, Lululemon Athletica, and Van Wyck.
Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Baillie Riddell the beautiful Wilhelmina Model, to chat about all things modeling, beauty, fashion and what it means to be a model in 2019. Listen as Baillie discusses how she went from an archeology major to traveling the world as a model. As a curve or plus size model Baillie has been able to work as a model but also remain healthy and happy in who she is. She now has a passion for mountain climbing and is currently training for her next big climb.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Tara Foley, founder of Follian. The industry-leading clean-beauty retailer is built on Tara’s passion for safe ingredients and desire to act as a platform for the niche makers that share her perspective in the non-toxic personal care movement. Follain vigorously vets brands based on the highest standards of performance and health to feature a passionately selected portfolio of skincare, hair care, and cosmetic products for their shoppers. Before Follain, Tara researched safe and sustainable skincare, apprenticing on an organic lavender farm in France, and with a private label skin care company in Maine. With degrees in public policy and business, Tara's vision, passion, and activism fuel Follain’s growth, and its mission of improving the health and lives of others.
Dr. Devgan sits down with the hilarious and brilliant Shallon Lester, author, editor and YouTube personality. Listen as they discuss her YouTube channel where she offers no-nonsense advice focused on millennial dating, love lessons and current celebrity news, the Jordan Wood interview and how her journey began as a young single girl in the city. Shallon has over 900 million views, loves Bieber and loves to brag about how Barack Obama follows her on Twitter.
Dr. Devgan sits down the Julia Von Boehm and Maria Encalada, co-founders of the newly launched lifestyle site juliavonboehm.com. Julia is the fashion director of InStyle Magazine, Nicole Kidman’s stylist, and consultant and fashion director to many major fashion brands. After seeing how much information there is out there and how “unedited” it was she wanted to create a space to simplify and make all that useful information accessible. From fashion and style tips, to restaurants and mom tips, their new website is a gold mine of information.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Ariane Goldman, founder and CEO of HATCH. HATCH provides a collection of chic clothing solutions to invest in during pregnancy and to wear long after the bump is gone. The HATCH Collection now includes complete head-to-toe styling, as well as HATCH Mama, a line of toxin-free lotions and potions for women during pregnancy and postpartum. Additionally, HATCH has recently opened its first retail location in Soho New York to complement its fast growing direct-to-consumer business model. Ariane’s commitment to giving women what they need during life’s most challenging and important moments extends as well to her commitment to Every Mother Counts, a charity founded by Christy Turlington Burns to ensure maternal health for millions of women globally.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Taryn Toomey, founder of The Class, a music-driven practice of self-study through physical conditioning. Taryn has always been someone who gathers community to feel alive and inspired and uses music and movement as her medicine. The Class began with no name, in the basement of her building and now seven years later has become a complete lifestyle. With anywhere from 3 people to 1400 people per class any one can do it.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Caitlin Kiernan, Beauty Director of Star and OK! Magazines and author of Pretty Sick, The Beauty Guide for Women with Cancer. As Beauty Director of Star and OK magazines Caitlin talks about Beauty all day along. Spending her days interviewing celebrities and their glam teams Caitlin is an expert in everything Beauty. But when she received a terrible diagnosis, she had to discover another side to beauty, a way to look her best while feeling her worst.
Dr. Devgan sits down with James Sun, CEO and Founder of Beautytap. James was originally on "The Apprentice" and placed as the runner up on the show. His latest endeavor is Beautytap, which began as an online K-beauty retail site, and after huge success and the desire to connect with and educate their community and customers in-person, James launched Beautytap's first retail store only —- 3 months ago.
Dr. Devgan sits down with KJ Miller and Amanda Johnson, Co-founders of Mented Cosmetics an upscale make up brand for women of color. They met at Harvard business school and clicked instantly. One night over wine they discovered that neither of them could find a lipstick they liked, and so began their global makeup story. With the help of YouTube, some wax, oils, fragrances, a hot plate and a lot of hard work, Mented was born.
Dr. Devgan sits down with power mom duo and Co-founders of the new app Masse, Elizabeth Shaffer and Lizzy Brockhoff. Masse is a shopping platform that makes it simple for friends to ask for and share product recommendations with each other. The new app is reinventing the way consumers find and purchase products. Listen as they turn their mutual struggle to pick out a stroller into the ultimate shopping platform.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Stephanie Nass, better known as Chefanie, a professionally-trained savory and pastry chef and Founder of Victory Club and Chefanie Sheets. Stephanie studied in France and then staged some of the most highly rated restaurants in Manhattan. With a passion for desserts, Stephanie caters in NYC, and her clients include celebrities, fashion designers, and media. Dr. Devgan hopes you enjoy this delicious episode.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Liz Bert, founder of Valnoir, Columbia Law student and fashion model. Listen as Liz talks about her luxury fashion brand, that sits at the intersection between luxury and lounge, her incredibly successful modeling career, working with brands such as Rimmel and Michael Kors, and her analytical side that she expresses through her studies at Columbia.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Erika Wasser, founder of Glam+Go. Erika is a dynamic young entrepreneur whose brand of blow dry salons Glam+Go has become the fastest-growing salon chain in the country, doubling in size in 2018. Erika, a former standup comedian and TV host, has turned the traditional blow dry bar model on its head: partnering with hospitality and fitness venues, she developed a service menu of 30-minutes-or-less traditional blowouts and 15-minutes or less dry blowouts, giving women great hair where they need it most.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick, Founder of The Skinny Confidential. The Skinny Confidential is a cheeky resource that has evolved from a fitness blog into a full-on lifestyle. The Skinny Confidential has created a community where woman from around the world can connect and discuss all things wellness, relationships, fashion, home décor, beauty travel, & everything in between.
Along with an insatiable appetite for all things aesthetic — Claire Olshan has been equally absorbed by her passion for health and wellness. In 2012, Claire founded Fivestory, the go-to shop to find emerging designers with a whimsical approach to dressing up. In a sense, Claire has always supported those that think out of the box and weave a sense of play into their work. With DADA Daily, Claire bridges the gap between the fashion and food worlds: elevating healthy snacking to an artful event.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Barbara Close, Founder and CEO of Naturopathica. Starting in 1995, Naturopathica is a holistic beauty brand offering skin, body and herbal remedies rooted in naturopathic medicine to support overall well-being. From the beginning, Barbara’s mission has been to educate on the benefits of a holistic approach to skin health, reinforcing that the skin mirrors what is going on inside of the body.
Jill Donenfeld and Tiana Tenet of The Culinistas are bridging the gap for busy households by giving them access to delicious, balanced and routinely home cooked meals. The Culinistas offer customized in-home private chef services for family-friendly weekly cooking and special occasions in New York City.
The Culinistas develop weekly menus of vegetable-forward, modern homestyle cooking that is prepared in the home by trained chefs, and served or stored for the week ahead. The Culinistas handle the menu planning, personalized local grocery shopping, cooking, and clean-up. Find them year-round in New York City, the Hamptons for the summer, and Aspen and Palm Beach for the holidays.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Dr. Zahir Dossa, Co-founder & CEO of Function of Beauty. Graduating from MIT with a PhD in sustainable development, Zahir is a wealth of knowledge. Combining his background in computer science and ecommerce with a deep understanding that the beauty industry is constantly changing, Zahir created Function of Beauty. With a mission to celebrate every person’s unique beauty and an innovative and industry-leading algorithm, Function of Beauty can create 27 trillion unique formulations for shampoo and conditioner.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Lucy Lang, a career prosecutor who was recently appointed as the Executive Director for the Institute for Innovation in Prosecution at John Jay College. Lucy grew up in New York City with a passion for public service. She has been a Manhattan Assistant District Attorney for 12 years, ran Manhattan’s Intelligence Driven Prosecution Symposium, and pioneered a first-of-its-kind college in prison class in which incarcerated students study criminal justice alongside prosecutors.
Dr. Devgan sits down with visionary hairstylist Ursula Stephen. Ursula is the owner of “Ursula Stephen The Salon”, in Brooklyn, NY, and a Unilever global haircare brand ambassador. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Ursula attended a vocational high school and earned her cosmetology license even before her high school diploma. From there she has gone on to become one of the most sought-out stylists by artists such as Rihanna, Kerry Washington, Queen Latifa, and Zendaya, to name a few.
Shirin von Wulffen is co-founder of the beauty and lifestyle brand, Bastide, from Aix-en-Provence (along with her husband Frédéric Fekkai). Born in Iran to German parents, with an American education and fluent command of four languages, Shirin is truly a citizen of the world. She is also the former VP of Public Relations for YSL, VP of Public Relations for Tom Ford, and former communications director for Gucci.
Dr. Devgan sits down with Craig Elbert, co-founder and CEO of Care/of. Care/of brings a refreshing honesty and personalization to the vitamin experience. Care/of delivers personalized daily supplement packs to your door monthly. Inside each pack is a mix of vitamins and supplements unique to you and based upon your goals, lifestyle and values.Prior to founding Care/of, Craig Elbert led marketing at Bonobos, where he helped grow the company from 10 employees to over 250. Craig has an MBA from Wharton, where he graduated as a Palmer Scholar, and a BA from Dartmouth College. He lives in New York with his wife and son. Because raising a newborn and launching a company in the same year is maybe a bit draining, he is a fan of the herb Rhodiola Rosea.
Nina Lorez Collins founded the Facebook group, “What Would Virginia Woolf Do?” two years ago. The Facebook group is a closed community where literary-minded feminists over 40 years old come together to offer support, resources, inspirational stories, and laughs. It was through this community that Nina felt inspired to write her own book, which is appropriately named, What Would Virginia Woolf Do?
Dr. Devgan talks with Nina about how she got her start as a writer, what inspires her, reinvention, and how the amazing community she has built has gotten her through the toughest of times.
Jane Larkworthy is recognized as one of the beauty industry’s most respected editors. She is known for her authentic voice, and using it to help navigate all the complexities that come with being a woman.
Using her expertise she has kept us connected in the beauty world through her work with publications such as W, Elle Decor, Coveteur, The Cut, L'Officiel, In The Groove, as well as has her own blog, The Fraudulent Chef.
Listen in as she sits down with Dr. Devgan to discuss everything from her favorite beauty products, how she started her career as a beauty writer, and the importance of being able to constantly adapt to change.
Ellie Burrows is the Co-founder and CEO of MNDFL, a meditation studio in New York City. She talks with Dr. Devgan about how she was able to establish herself as an insider in New York’s rapidly growing wellness industry. Listen in as Ellie takes us through her journey in creating a modern, non-religious, drop-in studio where one can explore traditional meditation techniques in a contemporary context. MNDFL’s mission is simple and yet profound: MNDFL exists to enable humans to feel good. Ellie touches on simple ways people can implement mindfulness and meditation into their everyday lives.
Aleen Kuperman and Samantha Fishbein, two of the three founders of Betches, sit down with Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss how they started their careers and developed their company from a website into a wildly successful social media and digital media company.
They dish up some secrets about exciting up-coming projects including their third book, When’s Happy Hour, which will be released on October 23, 2018.
They talk about some of the challenges they faced and surmounted, and how building up their confidence has helped them get through the difficult times.
Listen in as fashion mogul Sharifa Murdock talks with Dr. Lara Devgan about her journey to the top of the fashion game. Sharifa is responsible for the launch of countless brands through Liberty Fairs, which she co-founded with her dear friend and mentor Sam BenAvraham.
Sharifa grew up wanting to be a dancer but always loved fashion. In her early twenties she worked in the customer service department of Louis Vuitton before she took a leap of faith to leave and launch Project, one of the industry’s contemporary fashion forums. She is currently the co-founder, at Liberty Fairs where she concentrates on bringing new brands to life through the industry’s newest menswear showcase.
Through her journey to success, she learned that the relationships you nurture and the people you meet are often more important than any specific decision you make.
Seema Bansal and Sunny Chadha are partners in life and business, and that is not entirely coincidental. A disappointing Valentine’s Day bouquet prompted them to jointly find a better answer to a question many have asked but very few have decently answered: how can you make those beautiful flowers last? In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan speaks with Seema and Sunny about bootstrapping their business, working together as a couple, and the boost their business got after being flagged by the Kardashians.
Marikh Mathias ended up not finding love on the latest season of The Bachelor but luckily for her this was but one of the many things she has going on in her active life. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan speaks with Marikh Mathias about what goes on behinds the scenes in the house on The Bachelor, running her own restaurant, and the next steps in her already stellar career.
Joey Zauzig came to New York City to launch a career in public relations and broadcast journalism but ended up becoming a leading fashion influencer on social media, an LGBT activist and a health & wellness advocate. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Joey about why social media is the new normal in marketing, just how much hard work goes into looking relaxed on Instagram, and why being comfortable with yourself the key to style and happiness.
For Katia Beauchamp there had to be a better way to find great cosmetics than the status quo which was "frustrating, inefficient, and confusing". That is why she, together with Hayley Barna, founded Birchbox which allows customers to learn about new products through monthly samples, and then offers them a convenient on-line place to buy the products they like.
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Katia Beauchamp talks with Dr. Lara Devgan about why having a months' long waitlist for your product is not as much fun as it sounds, revolutionizing beauty shopping, and juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship.
For Lauren Schwab and Marissa Vosper, being negative isn't bad if it means rejecting everything you don't like about something, and keeping only the things you do. For them this meant creating a line of intimates that ditched the uncomfortable designs, silly frills and embarrassing advertising, and became a cult-favorite line of lingerie. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Lauren and Marissa about how it took four years to become an overnight success, selling out of the their best-selling product ten times, and why confidence is the key to beauty.
Tanya Zuckerbrot wondered why some people can eat whatever they want until their heart's content while others see even the slightest dietary peccadilloes betrayed by their waistline. Putting her masters-level training in nutrition to work, Tanya formulated the F-Factor diet which made fiber fabulous and turned Tanya into THE person fashionable New Yorkers go to when they seek to shed a few pounds. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Tanya Zuckerbrot talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about why perseverance is the key to success and happiness, and why life is too short to not have a bite (or three) of your favorite food.
In 2014, Divya Gugnani and Lindsay Ellingson decided that the best solution to dealing with the overwhelming offering of new beauty products on the market as to, well..., to bring to market a new product! Four years and millions of sold products later, the consumer clearly agrees that there is a durable demand for Wander Beauty's high quality and fuss-free make-up. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Divya Gugnani about her journey as a serial entrepreneur, mom and beauty maven.
Kate Siegel and Kim Friedman (Kate's mom, biggest supporter and frequent critic) have taken the internet by storm with their crazy hilarious instagram account @crazyjewishmom. With nearly 800,000 followers, recent author of, 'Mother Can You Not?', and host of 'Ask Mom & Spawn' podcast, Kate has created a brand around her ‘Crazy Jewish Mom’! Dr. Devgan talks to Kate and Kim about their one-of-a-kind relationship, the decision to pursue @crazyjewishmom full time, and the hilarious day-to-day conversations they have while running a successful brand together. They also provide insight into their experiences in the professional world as women, and give advice on so many relatable situations in a modern women's life.
Pioneering the world of online sample sales and on-demand beauty, we have to thank no other than the serial entrepreneur and co-founder behind behind Gilt Groupe, GlamSquad and Fitz - Alexandra Wilkis Wilson. Alexandra speaks to her experiences launching start-ups and shares advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to explore their passions. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Alexandra about her success journey, and how her mother and grandmother shaped her idea that happy people are beautiful, and beauty comes from within.
Verena von Pfetten, a fashion and lifestyle writer who has contributed to many leading publications including Vogue and the Huffington Post, isn't about to do anything without a bit of class and creativity. And that includes launching Gossamer, a glossy new magazine "for people who also smoke weed." In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Verena von Pfetten about why it is time to drop all the negative connotations around cannabis and how you explain to your mom why you're quitting writing for the New York Times so you can launch "a magazine about pot".
So after many, many years you finally manage to fill up your closet with at least a bunch of the clothes you've been pining for for so long, only for those prized pieces to be worn (or washed...) too rarely because they are labelled: "Dry Cleaning Only" and life is too short (and too busy and too expensive) to want to deal with that. If you recognize yourself in this, well, then you are in the good company of Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, the founders of The Laundress. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, they talk with Dr. Lara Devgan about how their revolutionary line of laundry products, now sold in 1,500 stores around the world, can help you avoid the dreaded dry cleaning runs and actually deal with those annoying red wine stains.
If Natalie Portman, Bella and Gigi Hadid, Emma Stone, Margot Robbie, Lily Aldridge, Rachel McAdams, Kate Upton and countless other stunning celebrities trust him with their hair, then Bryce Scarlett probably does know a thing or two about beauty! In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Bryce Scarlett about how he became a real boss in the hair styling business and his personal, and compelling, definition of beauty.
In less than 5 years Bustle has grown from an idea into a site that attracts 80 million women who love the eclectic content mix that ranges from career advice and book reviews to fashion trends and popular memes. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Kate Ward, Bustle's Editor-In-Chief, and Lindsay Mannering, Vice President of Editorial Strategy, about how they ended up at the same company but reached it very different ways, and why there should be no shame in plastic surgery.
If some of the best business ideas stem from an entrepreneur's solution to a problem they are trying to solve for themselves, then there is no better example than Bandier. Jennifer Bandier started walking a lot as way to recover from a foot fracture, but she was frustrated that athletic wear was more frump than fashionista. So she decided to start the "Barney's of athleisure wear", and, in 2014, she did just that. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Jennifer Bandier about how she went from managing R&B trio TLC to managing a quintet of high-end fashion boutiques, and how, through sheer force of will, she turned what even her friends called "the worst business idea they'd ever heard of" into one of the hottest new concepts in retail.
Natalie Kraiem is now an award-winning interior designer but she did not follow a traditional path to get there. Even though aesthetics were always very much a part of her life growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, she also had a knack for numbers and forged ahead with a career in finance. After moving to New York City to work as a private banker, Natalie decorated her apartment with her architect mother and felt inspired to go back to her first love: design. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Natalie speaks with Dr. Lara Devgan about knowing the moment office work wasn’t meant for her, and how she used her finance background to build a celebrated interior design business.
In the wake of her favorite ballet-inspired fitness studio closing, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi saw an opportunity to open her own replacement studio. Jennifer left her Wall Street job and teamed up with Tanya Becker, a leading Lotte Berk Method instructor, to create a modern Lotte Berk inspired workout – Physique 57. In 2006, the duo opened their first Physique 57 studio on West 57th Street, where it became an overnight success, with long waitlists, celebrity clients and talk of studio expansions. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Jennifer and Tanya speak with Dr. Lara Devgan about defining the concept of boutique fitness before it was a trend, expanding globally, and the challenges entrepreneurs face when building a business.
When Philip Burchard took the reins of family-owned Merz, the more than 100 year-old German company had diversified into wide array of pharmaceutical products. Recognizing the potential of some key Merz products, Philip refocused the company primarily on aesthetics and neurotoxins while relentlessly growing the business geographically. Six years later, it is thriving in an industry otherwise dominated by multi-national behemoths. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Philip Burchard, CEO of Merz, about why Christie Brinkley is a great spokesperson for the company, the need for continuous innovation, and why a boss is personally responsible for his or her employees' well-being.
Jasmine Lobe graduated from Vassar full of ideals about #GirlPower. Spending six years in Los Angeles as a young actress left her with a slightly more jaded view of how the world really works. Writing about those experiences led her back to New York where she took over Candace Bushnell's famous Observer column which served as the basis for Sex and the City. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Jasmine Lobe about her #MeToo experiences with some well-known protagonists and how beauty is all about feeling confident in the way you look.
Aidan Donnelley Rowley, a Yale and Columbia-educated lawyer, realized that secret dream of probably every young lawyer: quit it all and write a successful novel. What stayed firmly secret however was how alcohol was playing an increasingly large role in her life as she dealt with the challenges of being a mom to three young daughters. She realized that, as a writer, she could add nuance to the discussion and she started to write increasingly about drinking while partaking ever less in it. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Aidan Donnelley Rowley about motherhood, beauty, and how life can be better without booze.
When Nell Diamond was looking for bedding for her first "grown-up" apartment she faced the classic dilemma of being priced out of what she liked while being unimpressed with what she could afford. So she joined her business school's incubator and turned a life-long passion for design and decorating into Hill House Home which purveys luxury bedlinen at reasonable prices. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Nell Diamond talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about the high ups and deep lows of starting a business, the crazy things people monogram on their bedding, and making her girlhood dream of getting a canopy bed come true.
Marvin Eisenstadt was a young man helping build his father's company, Cumberland Packaging Corp., which had invented the sugar packet only a few years earlier. Marvin had been tinkering with saccharin, a powerful sweetener, when he found that by combining it with certain other chemical compounds he could make a new sweetener that tasted much better than saccharin alone, and had a fraction of the calories of sugar. This was the beginning of the Sweet'N Low story which changed the way we sweeten our beverages. Now, more than 60 years and 500 billion packets later, Marvin Eisenstadt shares his and his family's story with Dr. Lara Devgan in Episode 11 of Beauty Bosses.
Jill Kargman was a mom and writer living on New York's fancy Upper East Side. She had always marched to the beat of her own drum but when her daughter asked why she didn't have red soles on her shoes like all the other moms she knew she had a story to tell. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with the irrepressible Jill Kargman about being, writing and playing the Odd Mom Out, how battling cancer twice before the age of 35 makes you fearless and why, even though she hates sports and being outside, she still talks like a sailor.
Sarah Hoover's grandfather used to always take her to art museums when she was growing up, so it was not entirely surprising that she ended up as a graduate student studying art. On a whim, however, she applied for and landed a job with Larry Gagosian. That decisively bent her career path away from the hallowed halls of academe to the fast-paced, dynamic world of contemporary art. Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Sarah Hoover about working at the most successful gallery in the world and what it takes to represent some of the most prominent artists from around the globe.
CeCe Barfield Thompson had a dream job with Bunny Williams, the doyenne of Upper East Side chic, and could not imagine working anywhere else. However, with motherhood, her entrepreneurial genes kicked in (her parents and grandparents owned businesses) and she decided to strike out on her own. Since then she has built CeCe Barfield, Inc. into a leading New York design firm featured in all the main national and international design and architectural magazines. Dr. Lara Devgan talks to CeCe Barfield Thompson about how you can never have enough closet space in New York, how to stem the tide of kid’s toys in an apartment, and why taking care of other people is at the core of being a boss.
Brett Heyman was still a teenager living in Los Angeles when she bought her first 1950s acrylic clutch at a thrift shop on Melrose Avenue. Over the years, Brett's enthusiasm for these vintage bags only grew and so did her collection which, by the time she was a senior PR person for Gucci in New York, numbered over 100 bags. When her first child arrived, the appeal of 6 annual trips to Milan quickly faded, and she decided to turn her passion into her profession. In Episode 7, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Edie Parker founder, Brett Heyman, about how she went from designing her first bags on her dining room table to having the most photographed women in the world wanting to get their hands on them.
Even though clients at the London spa where Georgia Louise worked kept asking for her, her bosses were not impressed. Georgia pampered her clients by mixing various skin care products to create a perfect, tailor-made blend for each of them. Clients loved it, but Georgia's bosses wanted her to stick to protocol. Feeling constricted, Georgia, then barely out of her teens, started her own spa and now, nearly 20 years later, she takes care of some of the most beautiful and best-known faces on the planet including Cate Blanchett, Emma Stone and Jennifer Lawrence. In Episode 6 of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Georgia about her journey from a small rented space in London to the most fashionable parties at the Oscars.
Sarah Maslin Nir, a New York Times journalist, saw first-hand the less attractive side of the beauty industry when she wrote Unvarnished, an expose of working conditions in nail salons for which she was a Pulitzer finalist and which spurred regulatory changes. Luckily, in this episode of Beauty Bosses with Dr. Lara Devgan she reveals that she still believes in the beauty inherent every single person she encounters.
Andi Miro was a first year dental student at NYU when a talk by Dr. Michael Apa inspired her to become a cosmetic dentist. Little did she know that just a few years later she would be working with Dr. Apa who took your friendly uncle’s profession and built a global cosmetic dentistry powerhouse on it. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Andi and Michael about how aging impacts your smile, about building an international clientele and what the Tooth-Fairy really should have given you when you were 7.
Julia S. Powell was a successful Stanford-trained lawyer who kept getting asked by family and friends to create artwork for wedding invitations. When her brothers gifted her a set of oil paints and started buying her paintings, she knew it was time to figure out how to make a career in art work. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Julia S. Powell about how she transitioned, in the span a few years, from drafting contracts to becoming an increasingly prominent painter with a clientele from around the globe.
Amanda Freeman is an amazing entrepreneur who founded and built SLT into one of the most popular boutique fitness chains. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about the story of starting her business and wellness in general.
Stephanie Gottlieb is a remarkable woman entrepreneur who founded the eponymous jewelry line. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her amazing story starting and building her business.
I'm Dr. Lara Devgan, and I'm a plastic surgeon in New York City, the CEO of Scientific Beauty, and of course, a major beauty enthusiast. You are listening to Beauty Bosses, where we chat with fellow industry leaders who are shaping beauty, fashion, wellness, and all things pretty.