Where Brains Meet Beauty

Due to serious changes in our government concerning body autonomy we felt it was urgent to bring someone onto Where Brains Meet Beauty who is on the forefront of providing safe and accessible reproductive and vaginal health products to women around the country. Jamie Norwood is the co-founder of Stix, a company that prides itself on supplying women with the products they need in a convenient, discreet, affordable and judgement-free way. In this chat we discuss Jamie’s journey to success, how her company's products and charitable efforts has helped women during vulnerable times and how a distinct, pivotal moment changed her life forever! Tune in to hear the rest!

Celebrity makeup artist, Spokesperson, Mother, Salesperson, Entrepreneur, soon to be Author, oh my! Mally Roncal has done it all! In this episode of Where Brains Meets Beauty, Mally discusses how she has fulfilled and juggled all of these various roles throughout her career journey. Her well known optimistic energy shines through as she talks about making it through hardships, trusting her journey,  learning from her mistakes and coming out a stronger version of herself because of it. Tune in to hear how her perseverance has turned every “you can’t” into “I can”

We were so excited to welcome Gina Kirschenheiter to our live recording and launch party for Facing the Seduction of Success, the recently released book inspired by our podcast. While the situations Gina faces on The Real Housewives of Orange County are obviously contrived, throughout her starring role on the show Gina has managed to face them in an open, vulnerable, and authentic way that clearly resonates with the show’s viewers. Now also a skincare entrepreneur with her CaraGala line, Gina generously shares the challenges of celebrity, single parenthood, hands-on entrepreneurship, and staying true to yourself. 

Join us as we welcome Rebecca Boston, chief marketing officer of True Botanicals, who shares reflections on her multifaceted journey. Themes touched on include leading by nurturing talent as a cheerleader rather than a critic, embracing opportunities whenever they’re presented, and giving 110% to any task, even If it’s just getting coffee. She also shares how, as the mother of three young sons, the work that takes her away from them every day must be meaningful and bring her joy. Listen to hear how she accomplishes all of the above.

It sounds simplistic to say we should all just do what we love. Well, duh! But it’s not that easy. Yet Lindsay McCormick was somehow able to shut out all the voices telling her to make money or seek security, and she just kept doing what she wanted to, changing focus and jobs a lot. To learn how one of those experiences became the springboard for her zero-waste personal care products company, make sure to tune in.WBMBers, podcast listeners, beauty junkies, and bookworms alike, I have some exciting news to share. My new book, Facing the Seduction of Success has just been released! It brings together poignant insights from many of my podcast guests, taken from over 200 episodes with beauty industry leaders. The focus is how we strive to find a healthy work-life balance that works for each of us. It’s comforting to share the struggle and realize that you have many fellow travelers on the road to success. Curious? Have a peek at: https://www.seductionofsuccessbook.com/Facing the Seduction of Success is available

When she decided to move to LA, Shontay Lundy had no idea of where she was headed next. Cue 4 months of hiking, reflecting, and dreaming — a transformative period that birthed the idea for her life-changing brand, Black Girl Sunscreen. From not knowing where she would live, to becoming the creator and founder of her own brand, you never know where that next big risk will take you! Have you heard? My upcoming book, ‘Facing the Seduction of Success’, is scheduled to launch on 6/7/22! The road towards success can be winding, tiring, and all too confusing. In this book, you’ll find anecdotes and advice from some of the industry’s top leaders on how to better navigate this challenging (and rewarding!) journey. Make sure to pre-order it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Seduction-Success-Inspiring-Business/dp/1957651105/For more information visit https://www.seductionofsuccessbook.com/

Leading a balanced life looks a little different for everyone, but for Shannon Goldberg, Founder and CEO of Izzy Zero Waste Beauty, balance looks like making sure your cup has enough water for you to drink from. An empty cup is just as useless as working a job you hate. She’s living out her passions, while also working hard at creating more sustainable options for beauty brands — all while have fun along the way!My book, ‘Facing the Seduction of Success’, is scheduled to launch on 6/7/22! The road towards success can be challenging.. and intoxicating. Between these pages you’ll find helpful, uplifting and inspiring anecdotes from some of the beauty industry’s leading professionals. If you’re as excited as I am, make sure to pre-order it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Seduction-Success-Inspiring-Business/dp/1957651105/For more information visit: https://www.seductionofsuccessbook.com/

Alisa’s got a piggy bank full of pennies, collected for the realization of her biggest goals in life. At every step of her career journey - from working at a grocery store, to working as the Chief Commercial Officer at Rion, she’s made sure to evaluate whether these decisions contribute towards a bigger picture. She’s had to work hard to get where she is now, and part of that is making sure that each piece fits inside her life’s puzzle. --Have you heard? Jodi is releasing her first book, ‘Facing the Seduction of Success’ on 6/7/22!

Tera Peterson is a master collector. Starting in childhood, Tera began to pick up important skills from her mother, and then from her first job, which paved the way towards her entrepreneurial career. She saw an opportunity to introduce a new product into the world of skincare, and with her mother and sister by her side, co-founded their handheld microcurrent brand, NuFace.

What happens when you decide to take your future into your own hands? Sinead Norenius-Raniere, VP of Product Management at Cision, did just that — and she’s all the much better for it. Working with social media influencers to help grow their platforms, Sinead is committed to innovating the landscape of content creation and branding on the internet. At first, her vision wasn’t understood, but she didn’t let that stop her from chasing what she knew to be a success. Brands/People Mentioned:Kevyn Aucoin - @kevynaucoinClinique - @clinqueGlossier - @glossierLinkedIn - @linkedinHSN - @hsnInstagram - @instagramBuzzSumo - @buzzsumoFalcon. io - @falconioBrand Watch - @brandwatch

She wants to see a change in the world and she isn’t going to wait on anyone else to do it. Using her passion for biology and stem-cell engineering, Carolina Reis Oliveira aims to develop products aimed at eradicating the harmful effects of biological aging. Harnessing the power of science to improve human health is of the utmost importance to her; a vision she realizes through OneSkin. Brands/ People Mentioned:#wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com@IndieBioNY@OneSkin.co

If there’s one thing the pandemic has taught Amy, it’s the power of finding joy in whatever you do. Founder and CEO of Madison Reed, Amy strives to find shades of joy in her life — beyond the stuff you put in your hair. Gratitude, falling for your work, and becoming friends with failure are all important ingredients on her list for success.  Brands/ People Mentioned: Brownies - N/AGirl Scouts - @girlscoutsLinkedIn - @linkedinWharton - @whartonschoolClairol - @clairolcolorL’Oreal - @lorealusaDollar Shave Club - @dollarshaveclubMommy & Me Gymnastics - N/AVenmo - @venmo

Building a business with longevity is a very fruitful yet challenging endeavor. Through Candid, Nick has managed to use his innovative eye to construct a brand that rethinks the way we view orthodontics. Learning from failure has been instrumental in his journey to helping build (and re-build) brands that push the envelope. Innovation is key. Brands/ People Mentioned:Youtube - @YouTubeWatch What Happens Live - @bravowwhlAndy Cohen - @bravoandyBravo - @bravotvCandid - @livecandidSpace Camp - N/AZimride - N/ALyft - @lyftMichael Jordan - @michaelbjordanInstagram - @instagramTikTok - @tiktokInvisalign - @invisalignSmile Direct Club - @smiledirectclubTesla - @teslamotorsOprah Winfrey - @oprahElon Musk - N/ASarah Blakely - N/AStan Lee - @therealstanleePlanned Parenthood - @plannedparenthoodPhilips - @philipssonicareRamp - N/AParibus - N/AJohn Zimmerman - @11zimzam11and Logan (Founders of Lyft) - N/AKira Wobbler - N/ARedesign Health - N/AEric Lyman - N/AJasper - N/A

He’s a dermatologist-in-training and a rising internet sensation. Everyone knows him as the very special Dr. Shah, but there’s more to the man behind the lab coat. Bouncing between residency and social media stardom, Dr. Muneeb Shah’s busy, yet fulfilling, schedule leaves him little time to do much else. Yet, through his hard-working and generous spirit, he’s still able to keep up with his patients — both on and off the screen. 

She was determined to achieve her goals, and that she did. Summer Terry, Program Success Manager at Base Beauty, believes that anything can be achieved with enough tenacity, passion, and bold self-confidence. Very often, life requires you to be your own biggest cheerleader!

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Former intern at BBCA, Emily Horrego has set a new standard for working your way up. Now acting as the Senior Manager of Digital Marketing, Emily aims to inspire other interns to gain experience and confidence in the field. All experience, whether good or bad, is valuable experience! #wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

Samantha Bergmann and Christopher Carl are planning to expand and revolutionize the male skincare market, by promoting skincare as an act of self-care. From leadership styles, to purposefully stepping into your passion, Sam and Chris share their experience as co-founders of HETIME. #wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

There’s a method to the madness! Melissa Sperau’s rebellious attitude and need to be independent may have been a pain to some, but it allowed her to work her way up her own ladder by doing what made her happy, on her own terms. Learn how her drive and self-reliance propelled her into her role as the President of US Shiseido Americas Corporation.#wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

How much of success is composed of luck? For Stephanie Morimoto, luck certainly is of help, but it is not the only factor. In the few years that she’s worked with Asutra, Stephanie has secured a celebrity partnership and relaunched the brand and its story, elevating it to another level. #wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com