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.
Dr. Maria Zalewska, Media and Memory Scholar discusses her work with Holocaust Remembrance
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.
Celebrity Memoir Book Club talks Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading books
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.
Dr. Rocio Salas-Whelan talks Ozempic, Weight-Loss, and Health
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.
Jessel Taank talks RHONY, IVF and OUSHQ!
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!
Fortune Dushey talks Fashion, Family and More!
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.
Dr. Rabia Malik talks Medicine and Balancing a Healthy Lifestyle and Family Life
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.
Inge Theron talks FaceGym and her journey creating a global beauty phenomenon
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!
Ben Varadi talks the impact of toys and his journey to Spin Master
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!
Carly Mark talks Art, Fashion, and More!
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!
Claudia Lima-Guinehut talks Claire's, Raising Kids, and Succeeding in the Business 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.
Gab Waller talks Celebrity Clients, Luxury Fashion, and a Global Sourcing Empire
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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Sasha Plavsic talks Clean Beauty, Minimalist Makeup, and All Things ILIA
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! In this episode, we dive deeper into Sasha’s commitment to delivering top-notch, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly cosmetics.
Read MoreNina Runsdorf talks Fine Jewelry, the Flip Ring, and Today's Definition of Luxury
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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Sade Strehlke talks PopSugar, Motherhood, and the Ever-Evolving State of Digital Media
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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Savannah Engel talks Building Brands, Cultivating Communities, and Accidentally Starting Her Own Company
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 talks Founding Glosslab and Modernizing the Manicure
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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Neff Davis Talks Anna Delvey, Emmy nominations, and a glamorous new career
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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Stef Dag talks Dating in NYC, Female Anatomy, and Other Taboo Topics
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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Mosheh from "Mo News" talks Current Events, Covid's Impact, and Chronological Reporting
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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