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enMay 11, 2021

Richard Jarman - Designer of COMMAS Resort & Swim - "A purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Jarman, the designer and founder of COMMAS

COMMAS is a swim and resortwear label based in Sydney, launched in 2017.

Richard has always drawn inspiration from his unique Australian seaside lifestyle.

The name COMMAS implies a purposeful pause, a reminder to catch your breath, to recalibrate, and take pleasure in the moment.

The brand serves as a catalyst to find calmness in the spaces between life’s clutter.

Ricard shares how "It all started with the goal to create the perfect pair of swim shorts."

From there, Richards's quest grew to create a completely original resort wardrobe comprising of “pieces that create a feeling of confidence and calm."

Shortly after launching, Richard was invited by Woolmark to represent Australia at Pitti Uomo in Florence, to showcase his SS18 collection.

In Florence, COMMAS caught the eye of luxury e-commerce platform Matchesfashion.com, who launched the brand globally in January 2018.

Commas have since expanded to partner with Major retail partners globally in addition to their own e-commerce business.

Amongst incredible milestones, COMMAS was awarded the winner of The 'National Designer Award' At The 2021 Melbourne Fashion Festival

I was inspired by this conversation with Richard and in awe of his calm nature, business acumen and passion for his seaside Australian Lifestyle and I'm sure you will be too!

You can find Richard at:

Website: www.commas.cc

Instagram: @commas

If you want to take your Fashion Business Development next level and join an Industry Mentor Led Community, we'd love you to join our 'Start Your Fashion Business' Programme.

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If you want to make the Fashion Business your Business in 2021/22 – then please head over to our website and jump on our Waitlist – we’ll be opening enrolments to our SYFB Programme and Community on the 1st June and if you're on the waitlist we’ll ensure you receive all the info you need in the lead-up.

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

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Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enApril 27, 2021

How to start a Fashion Business that's set up to scale - Masterclass with Elizabeth Formosa.

Welcome to our first episode where you get the chance to get up close with your host Elizabeth Formosa.Masterclass

In this Masterclass, Elizabeth talks about how to start a Fashion Business that is set up to successfully scale.

Sound foundations are key so that the whole business does not unravel at any stage.

Tune into this episode to gain access to a sound framework that will not only help you get started but ensure you avoid those typical expensive startup mistakes and maximise your opportunities.

THE TEN KEY PILLAR FRAMEWORK INCLUDES:

1. BUSINESS PLAN & GOALS

2. FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & STARTUP COSTS

3. BRAND CREATION

4. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

5. PRICING STRATEGY

6. SUSTAINABLE SOURCING STRATEGY

7. SALES STRATEGY

8. MARKETING PLAN

9. OFFICAL REGISTRATIONS

10. OPERATIONS, TEAM & SELF CARE

ELIZABETHS TIPS ON HOW TO GET STARTED

-Allocate some time with no distractions to start working through this framework.

-Download any of those thoughts about your business vision that you’ve had (most likely over many years!) and start putting them into a working action plan.

-Consider any gaps you have in skills, connections, or resources you may need to help you to really do this!

-Start researching! Stalk online, read industry analytics, go into physical retail stores, join groups, find your like-minded community, network!

-You don't have to do this alone!

If you want to take your Fashion Business Development next level and join an Industry Mentor Led Community, we'd love you to join our 'Start Your Fashion Business' Programme.

JOIN OUR PROGRAMME - ENROLMENTS OPEN JUNE 1st

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

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Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enApril 20, 2021

Simon P Lock - CEO of ORDRE & Industry Icon - "Embrace the future of wholesale, virtual showrooms, innovation & technology"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

Today is a flashback episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who joined me for Industry Roundtable that we hosted as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021. If you missed joining us LIVE, the download is available here.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE

In this Flashback episode from Season 1, Elizabeth speaks with Simon P Lock, Chairman and CEO of ORDRE, the founder of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia, and a former Senior Vice President of IMG Fashion & Models.

Simons is also a member of BoF Global 500, a recipient of the Australia Fashion Laureate and author of 'In The Front Row'.

Simon has held senior management positions with a number of international fashion weeks including Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, Pakistan, New York and India.

Simon is an iconic Australian Fashion Industry figure who has achieved so much throughout his career, and you’re still breaking new ground!

During this dynamic conversation with Simon, he shares insights into not only his journey in the industry but his business ORDRE, founded with his wife Kirsten lock.

ORDRE is described as A NEW CHANNEL FOR THE BUSINESS OF FASHION

It’s a B2B Online wholesale marketplace for designers launched in 2015.

Ordre has a of over , .Retail Network2700 retailers6000 buyers and is in over 93 countries

This innovative platform includes Online showrooms, 360-degree imagery, Virtual Reality and is embracing advancements in technology and expanding its global reach.

Key Takeaways & Tips:

· Change is exciting and we have to embrace tech

· Our Industry has now learned that they can do to business virtually

· Virtual creates a more sustainable fashion industry

· Don’t get left behind!

· Brands will now focus on the CORE of their businesses due to the current high volume of product currently in the industry. The industry has to Reset.

· Adopt a ‘Buy now wear now’ model and a shift of the buying cycle

· As a result, we will see a more considered approach by major designers

· Designers will create collections that are not as expansive, are more focused, dropped at the right time in hope of a stronger sell though as product can stay in store at full price for longer

· The retail landscape maybe forever changed

· Simon encourages us all to buy a VR headset and immerse ourselves in this new virtual world

Simon’s book ‘In the Front Row’

You can find Simon at:

- @simonplock @ordreofficialInstagram

Website - www.ordre.com/en

Simon’s BoF 500 profile

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If you want to make the Fashion Business your Business in 2021 – then please head over to our website and jump on our Waitlist – we’ll be opening enrolments to our SYFB Programme and Community on the 1st June and if you're on the waitlist we’ll ensure you receive all the info you need in the lead-up.

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

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Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enApril 05, 2021

James Bartle - Outland Denim - "Working in unity to a common goal - that's where the power is"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

In this Flashback episode from Season 1, Elizabeth speaks with James Bartle, the Founding CEO of Outland Denim.

Outland is the denim brand making jeans differently and setting a new standard in fashion manufacturing.

Driven by the desire to curb the trafficking of young girls into the illicit commercial sex industry, James created Outland Denim to generate training and employment opportunities for women vulnerable to exploitation and abuse.

Over six years James developed a unique business model that would enable each of his seamstresses to gain a skill set in tailoring while earning a living wage, receiving ongoing support and life-enhancing education, and crafting artisan quality jeans to compete in the global premium marketplace.

Outland Denim is one of the most respected brands in our industry and we found this conversation with James so engaging as he shares his mission with unwavering conviction.

This episode was recorded in May 2020 while we were all adjusting to our 'new normal.'

Key takeaways and tips:

· Reflect and really understand your WHY

· Be unwavering and unapologetic, and you will find your COMMUNITY

· Stay true to yourself and your community

· Don’t give into fear and procrastination

· Pivot into areas that will provide traction

· Lead with Purpose

You can find Outland Denim at:

– oulandenim@Instagram

– www.outlanddenim.com.auWebsite

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In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enMarch 25, 2021

Effie Kats - Designer - "Meeting yourself is the key to making sound, strong business choices"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

In this Flashback episode from Season 1, Elizabeth speaks with Effie Kats, Melbourne Designer & Founder Bayse Brand.

Effie founded Zachary the label in 2013 which she operated for 5 years.

After exiting Zachary, Effie launched her namesake label in 2018 which focuses on made to measure garments with a view to create perfectly tailored, sustainable pieces that last in your wardrobe for years to come.

In this real and raw conversation with Effie shares some of the challenges she’s faced, the bravery it takes to re-establish yourself, the importance of doing your inner work and the power of self-belief.

This episode was recorded in late April 2020 while we were all adjusting to our 'new normal.'

Key takeaways and tips:

· Fill a gap based on what consumers actually want right now

· Focus on exciting your customers, give them a unique experience

· Establish a sound supply chain and work with incredible makers

· The daily dynamics of a custom made model

· Meet yourself, be real with yourself, and overcome creative blocks

Effie's book recommendation:

You can find Effie at:

- effiekats.comWebsite

@effiekats @baysebrand @deadendloversInstagram

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In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enMarch 19, 2021

Richard Poulson - Chief Executive of Showroom X - "Taking Australian Fashion Brands Global"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

Today is the fourth episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who will be joining me for Industry Roundtable that we are hosting on the 12th of March as part of our participation in the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE

In today’s episode Elizabeth speaks with Richard Poulson, the Chief Executive of Showroom-X.

With an unfailing drive and determination to turn big ideas into reality, Richard is a formidable entrepreneur with a flair for the creative.

Since co-founding Morrison, one of Australia’s most successful women’s boutique fashion brands in 2002, he has gone on to build many businesses across importing, sales, medical financial technology, retail, advertising, marketing and disruptive technologies. A fervent believer in intuition and the art of measured risk taking, Richard is unafraid to explore the unfamiliar and has resolutely pursued his own business concepts since the age of 17.

As his own boss with an eye on the bigger picture, Richard attributes his success to having the right people with the right expertise around him. Stemming from his high school days as a multi-winning rowing crew member, Richard is driven by a steadfast commitment to his team and certainty in the end goal. Recognising that Australian fashion designers are exceptionally skilled at using locally sourced materials such as wool and cotton to produce one of a kind quality garments, Richard knows Australia’s melting pot of culture, lifestyle and fabrications translates well on a global stage.

With the rise in popularity of convenient online shopping, his latest venture Showroom-X is a polished e-commerce platform showcasing Australia’s finest fashion brands to an international market.

Based in Perth Western Australia, the father of three lives by the mantra: If you can see it and believe it, you will achieve it. A long-time champion of Australian creatives, Richard is the current Chairman of the Fashion Council of Western Australia and was previously Chairman of Fremantle Chamber of Commerce and a Member of the Myer Innovation Board.

Other accolades include Ernst & Young - Young Entrepreneur of the Year, BRW 13th Fastest Growing Companies (under $100 million), WA Rising Star Award and the 40 Under 40 Award in 2008 and 2012.

You can find Richard at:

Website- showroom-x.com

Instagram - showroom_x__ and richardpoulson

Want to hear more from Richard and a dynamic lineup of guest speakers?

Join us on Friday 12th March during Melbourne Fashion Festival!

We invite you to take your virtual front-row seat and gain insider access to an industry roundtable of ‘real’ stories from thought leaders, changemakers, designers, brands, entrepreneurs & mentors where we’ll discuss all things fashion, business and mindset, diving into key topics relating to the future of Australian fashion.

This is a Virtual Roundtable via Zoom - so you can join us from ANY location.

Grab your tickets here NOW - $25 and all proceeds donated to Ijm an organisation that works tirelessly to combat slavery, violence against women and children, and police abuse of power against people in poverty. They are one of the vital partner organisations working alongside Outland Denim.

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In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

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enMarch 09, 2021

Sammy Cashen - Founder of Unzipped Fashion Management - "What it takes to build a successful Wholesale Business"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Sammy Cashen, the Founder and Managing Director of Unzipped Fashion Management (UFM).

UFM is a fashion wholesale agency offering its clients brand and sales management for some of Australia’s leading fashion brands across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Tasmania. Her client portfolio includes the likes of MINKPINK, Staple the Label, TWIIN, MAVI Denim, Elliatt and Allora Melbourne just to name a few.

Sammy started her career in fashion within the marketing and fashion wholesale industry back in 2007, where she successfully held senior positions at several high profiled Australian distribution agencies, fashion design houses and fashion retail houses. During her time in these positions she was able to obtain valuable insights and hands on experience in all facets of the industry from the customer facing retail frontline sales through to the wholesale agency and brand management, continuing right through to product design, trend forecasting, distribution and merchandising. Some of the more detailed functional skills and learnings also included the ability to analyse sales data and how this translated to stock planning, brand placement and buying.

Sammy has always focussed on building authentic, valued and trusted relationships with retailers, business partners, buyers and industry stakeholders across the board.

Australia’s leading department stores MYER and DAVID JONES in addition to 250 plus independent retailers, national multi-site chain stores, ecommerce platforms, rental business models such as GLAMCORNER are all part of her almost daily network.

Sammy joined the Fashion Equipped Mentor Collective to share her passion and in-depth industry knowledge of the wholesale agency scene and also her enthusiasm to help others understand and grow the industry.

You can find Sammy at:

Website: www.unzippedfashionmanagement.com.au

Instagram: @unzippedfashionmanagement

Want to hear more from Sammy and a dynamic lineup of guest speakers?

Join us during Melbourne Fashion Festival!

This is a Virtual Roundtable via Zoom - so you can join us from ANY location.

JOIN OUR PROGRAMME - ENROLMENTS OPEN JUNE 1st

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

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enMarch 03, 2021

Graeme Lewsey - CEO of the Melbourne Fashion Festival - "Insights into leading a world class festival showcasing Fashion, Arts and Ideas"

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

This is our second episode in a series of podcasts that showcase the thought leaders who will be joining me for Industry Roundtable that we are hosting on the 12th of March as part of our participation the Melbourne Fashion Festival Independent Program: Ideas 2021.our Fashion. Business. Mindset LIVE

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Graeme Lewsey, the CEO of the Melbourne Fashion Festival.

After graduating from his Bachelor of Arts Degree at RMIT University and briefly designing for his own fashion label, Graeme was awarded Australian Young Designer of The Year by The Woolmark Company which was then followed by over a decade of working with leading fashion brands, retailers and marketing agencies in Europe.

Returning to Australia in 1997, Graeme was involved in the development of Australian Fashion Week in Sydney and subsequently joined the global team at IMG as a Senior Executive for the Asia Pacific region, helping to establish a range of events including Singapore Fashion Festival and Hong Kong Luxury Week.

Graeme was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Melbourne Fashion Festival Ltd. in May 2011 and continues in this role. He also consults and volunteers with several organisations that enhance the growth and development of Australia's creative industries.

He is a member of the Industry Advisory Group for RMIT University’s School of Fashion, is a resident judge for the annual National Designer Award and the National Graduate Showcase and is a mentor for the Australian Fashion Council’s curated program for emerging designers.

Graeme recently completed a full term on the founding Creative State Advisory Board for the Victorian Government and is an official voluntary ambassador for Head & Neck Cancer Australia (HANCA), the charity formally known as Beyond Five.

🎙️Tune into this podcast and hear Graeme share his story about his early experiences as an award-winning young designer, working in PR, his health journey, stepping back into his role as CEO of MFF, and behind-the-scenes of running a world-class fashion festival that showcases Fashion, Arts and ideas.

Use this powerful scenario to bring your priorities, passion and purpose to the forefront.Graemes Tip:

Grab a pen and paper and write down the following:

"If you only had a very short time left on this earth, what would be the top 10 ten things be that you wish you had done in life and business?"

Develop a sound plan and go do them!

You can find Graeme at:

Instagram - @graemelewsey

You can view the entire MFF Program at:

Want to hear more from Graeme and a dynamic lineup of guest speakers?

Join us during Melbourne Fashion Festival!

This is a Virtual Roundtable via Zoom - so you can join us from ANY location.

JOIN OUR PROGRAMME - ENROLMENTS OPEN JUNE 1st

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

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enFebruary 23, 2021

Charlotte Hicks - Founder of Esse Studios - "The innovative mindset behind an award winning, consciously created sustainable brand "

OUR MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL SPEAKER SERIES

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Charlotte Hicks, the Founder of Esse Studios.

Charlotte has over 10 years experience designing for Australia’s leading fashion brands.

After graduating with honours from a Bachelor of Design at UTS in 2008, Charlotte ‘cut her teeth’ as design assistant at Zimmermann. She went on to gain experience at other Australian labels and more recently finished a 6-year tenure as RTW designer at Sass and Bide.

Charlotte knew she wanted to create a brand that was unique, that didn’t follow the traditional model - a brand that was ‘built for longevity’. Gaining as much experience and knowledge under incredible mentors was her focus in those earlier years. Along with finding the opportunities in the global landscape and being aware of the problems a fashion business can face.

After a decade of experience, there were poignant observations that became the foundations ESSE was built on. More specifically the abundance of excess, the wastefulness, the speed and the overall loss of value a customer places on each of their purchases.

ESSE became a fusion of old and new. A modern and innovative approach to business, underpinned with timeless values of integrity and quality.

Encouraging and nurturing a slower more mindful approach to consumption was the focus.

You can find Charlotte at:

Website www.essestudios.com

Instagram essee.studios & charhicks

Want to hear more from Charlotte and a dynamic lineup of guest speakers?

Join us during Melbourne Fashion Festival!

This is a Virtual Roundtable via Zoom - so you can join us from ANY location.

JOIN OUR PROGRAMME - ENROLMENTS OPEN JUNE 1st

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

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enFebruary 17, 2021

Get to know your Host - "Why I made the Fashion Business MY Business"

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Get to Know Your Host!

I thought it would be great timing to kick off the year with an episode that gives you the opportunity to ‘get to know me, your host’ a little better.

Last year I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Amber Lowther, journalist & podcast host of Fashion Avenue. @fashionavenuepodcast

Fashion Avenue is your one-stop-shop for all things fashion and beauty.

During my chat with Amber, we took a deep dive into:

· When I first developed an interest in our industry

· My pathway and career prior to starting Fashion Equipped

· What Fashion Equipped does and who we help

· Inside information about our one of a kind ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme

· And the unique fashion business ecosystem we’ve built to help you make the Fashion Business Your Business and everything in between!

Amber loved what she heard so much during our chat that she is now a member of our ‘Start Your Fashion Business Community and is working her way through our programme, finally pursuing her dream of starting her own brand.

In the meantime, if you want to kickstart your 2021 you can head to Your Mentor Collective– book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing Mentors - that's where the magic happens!

Let's make the Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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enJanuary 20, 2021

An end of year message from your Host Elizabeth Formosa - "Congratulations to our Industry on rising up during a year that has challenged all of us"

Well, this is a WRAP for 2020.

Thank you all for taking a Front Row Seat and tuning in during our debut year of Fashion.Business.Mindset.

By coming together we are creating an inclusive, multi-faceted fashion forum and eco-system, providing industry access and support every step of the way.

Your support means the world to us and without you, well we simply won’t have a chance to grow this podcast.

Thank you to our amazing guests who have been real, raw and oh so inspiring.

Your openness and willingness to share so generously have helped thousands of others navigate their way through the Future of Fashion in an unprecedented year and will continue to do so into 2021 and beyond.

I’d just like to take a moment and congratulate our Industry on how they have risen to the occasion in a year that challenged us all in one way or another.

On a usual day in Fashion, it takes tenacity, determination, passion and a whole lot of hard work to do what we do. What I witnessed this year was so much digging deep, so many hands extended to help, and a true demonstration of upstanding and outstanding character.

It certainly made me proud to be part of it.

As a business, Fashion Equipped achieved so much – and it’s kind of a blur to be honest!

Tune in to listen to me take you through a few things worth a mention – because our achievements are yours, ur communities as we are truly all in this together.

Check out our new Fashion. Business. Mindset podcast page!!

Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme & Community?

ENROLMENTS WILL OPEN AGAIN MID 2021

JOIN OUR WAITLIST NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!

If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to Fashion Equipped and join our waitlist now!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Work with one of our Mentors at www.fashionequipped.com.au/yourmentorcollective/Your Mentor Collective

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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enDecember 21, 2020

Jo Demmler - Co-Founder, Red Dust Active - "Activewear Accessories Made in Australia and Sold on Amazon"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Jo Demmler, the Co-Founder of Red Dust Active.

Red Dust Active is a family-run business, with products proudly designed and made in Adelaide, South Australia.

Inspired by her own journey of embracing an active lifestyle and stepping out of her comfort zone, Jo’s mission was to create a range of functional, fashionable activewear accessories.

The Red Dust Active range has been purposefully designed to ensure you stay in the moment, no matter what your activity, supported by products that perform.

For Jo, embracing an active lifestyle has been a great way to feel energised, regain her health, connect with others and most importantly have FUN!

I absolutely loved chatting to Jo about the inspiration behind Red Dust Active, the product development local supply chain process and how Red Dust Active has grown by using Amazon as its primary sales channel.

You can find Red Dust Active at:

Website: www.reddustactive.com.au

Instagram: @reddust.active

Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme & Community?

ENROLMENTS WILL OPEN AGAIN MID 2021

JOIN OUR WAITLIST NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!

If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to Fashion Equipped and join our waitlist now!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Work with one of our Mentors at www.fashionequipped.com.au/yourmentorcollective/Your Mentor Collective

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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enDecember 15, 2020

Joey Pringle - Founder, Veshin Factory - "How and Why Joey became the owner of a Vegan Leather Factory in China"

In this episode, Elizabeth is super excited as her mission for this podcast is to showcase the dynamics of the fashion industry and this is her first episode with MAKER.

In this episode Elizabeth chats with Joey Pringle, the Founder of Veshin Factory.

What Elizabeth loved about this chat was that Joey who is originally from the UK and has lived in Canada and Australia, has taken on task of becoming a factory owner in China.

Veshin is an original equipment & design manufacturer specialising in bags and accessories with a philosophy centred on sustainability, transparency & environmentally progressive values.

Whilst many factories have typically adopted a tick box approach to meeting brand sustainability and social compliance measures for audit purposes, Veshin launches with these values already embedded within.

VESHIN's WHY is to go above and beyond in our mission to deliver meaningful sustainable, transparent & environmentally progressive industry change.

Elizabeth loved diving into topics from sustainability, to sourcing vegan materials, ethical supply chain and the profound benefits of a focus on Meditation and wellness with Joey and I’m sure you will too!

You can find Veshin at:

Website: www.veshinfactory.com

Instagram: @veshinfactory

Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme & Community?

ENROLMENTS WILL OPEN AGAIN MID 2021

JOIN OUR WAITLIST NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!

If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to Fashion Equipped and join our waitlist now!

You can find Fashion Equipped over at:

Instagram: @fashionequipped

Podcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindset

Work with one of our Mentors at www.fashionequipped.com.au/yourmentorcollective/Your Mentor Collective

Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

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enDecember 09, 2020

Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, Founders of Harlow - "Premium, Purpose Led Australian Made Fashion Exclusively for Sizes 12-26"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Kerry & Angelo Pietrobon, the Founders of Harlow.

Kerry and Angelo have been proudly making beautiful fashionable clothing for women sized 12-26 since 2013.

Harlow started as a solution to Kerry’s problems, when she couldn’t find clothes that she loved - only clothes that fit.

Because of this, shopping was always a challenge, trawling the stores to come home broken hearted every single time.

It wasn’t too long before Kerry realised, she needed to take her fashion story into her own hands, and started making her own clothing – her way!

In late 2012 Kerry floated the dream of starting a label that would be a solution for women like her to husband Angelo. He too could see that there was a need for fashion that not only fit but also made women feel great.

They jumped straight in, as with a lot of small businesses, funding the business themselves, putting it pretty much all on the line and working together to bring one of the best-known Australian made, premium plus-size labels to life.

Harlow’s Ethos is to only wear what makes your heart sing, if you don’t love it, don’t let it take up valuable space in your wardrobe. Buy well, buy quality and buy ethical.

You can find Harlow at:

website www.harlowstore.com

instagram @harlow

Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme & Community?

ENROLMENTS WILL OPEN AGAIN MID 2021

JOIN OUR WAITLIST NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!

If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to Fashion Equipped and join our waitlist now!

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enDecember 03, 2020

Lisa Sjöblom - Founder of sustainable children's swim brand TYOUB - "How to leverage off one good idea and grow from there"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Lisa Sjoblom, the founder of the sustainable children’s swimwear brand Tyoub, established in 2019.

As a fashion graduate, Lisa has held roles from junior knitwear designer to digital pattern maker, garment technician and production co-ordinator, mostly in the children’s wear space over the past 20 years, from South Africa, the UK, Sweden and Australia.

Driven by a passion for finding sustainable solutions to children’s wear, Tyoub launched with a reusable swim nappy and swimwear range made from regenerated nylon.

“Just like the children’s fairy tale, sustainability is like Pandora’s box, the more you open it up the more challenges you encounter” Lisa Sjöblom.

You can find TYOUB at:

website www.tyoub.com.au

instagram @tyoubwear

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enNovember 25, 2020

Estelle Michaelides - Fashion Designer, Illustrator, Stylist, Creator - Micky In The Van - "A label defined by storytelling, inspired by heart"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Estelle Michaelides.

Estelle is a Designer, stylist, illustrator and ultimately a creator.

Estelle’s label is an evocative expression of her inner musings, her journey and her story. Micky in the Van

Estelle’s limited-edition collections combine a mix of dramatic couture with a street edge and regularly feature custom created fabrics incorporating her very own illustrations.

MITV Made to order pieces have captured the hearts of an increasing number of devotees, keen to own the wearable art label to express their own version of femininity through distinct designs.

MITV’s latest collection ‘Modern Antiquities’ launches 23rd November – head to @mickyinthevan to find out more.

You can find Estelle at:

@theestellereport

@mickyinthevan

@the.bespoke.illustrator

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enNovember 19, 2020

Amy Fosdike - Director of Launch Fashion Management - "Agency representation, the bridge between the Designer and the Retailer"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Amy Fosdike, the Director of Launch Fashion Management.

After a strong background in in-house sales roles + Agency work, Amy founded LFM in 2005.

Amy saw a gap in the market to do agency a little differently with a focus to ‘sell-out” rather than sell in + a view that relationships + honestly were the ingredients for longevity in the market.

LFM under this strategy grew organically year on year with the expansion into Melbourne in 2017 + Adelaide in 2019.

Launch is now the largest Australian agent in the market, representing brands such as PE NATION – Faithfull – ENA PELLY –Nobody Denim + SUPERGA.

This was a dynamic chat about all things Wholesale, Retail and The Future of Fashion.

You can find Amy at:

@launchfashion

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enNovember 11, 2020

Jess & Stef Dadon - Founders of TWOOBS & How Two Live - "How to put purpose over profit and build a sustainable business"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Jess and Stef Dadon, designers, creative directors, and entrepreneurs.

The Dadon sisters regularly work with some of the biggest brands in fashion and beyond, and also love to support and promote emerging designers.

They first launched as a daily diary in 2012, and it has since grown into a global platform with a tribe of loyal fans.How Two Live

In 2016 the duo created TWOOBS; a line of comfortable, fashion-forward, and animal-friendly sandals that are known to regularly sell out and is shaking up the industry with a focus on sustainability.

In 2019 Jess + Stef debuted t, interviewing strong female mentors, with a goal to empower women with positive and inspiring content.How Two Live: The Podcas

You can find Jess & Stef at:

@howtwolive

@twoobs

www.twoobs.com

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enNovember 04, 2020

Lisa Messenger- The vibrant game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub - "Diversify your revenue streams and future proof your business"

In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Lisa Messenger.

Lisa Messengeris the vibrant, game-changing founder and CEO of Collective Hub, an international speaker, best-selling author, and an authority on disruption.

She launched Collective Hub as a print magazine in 2013, with no experience in an industry that people said was either dead or dying. Within 18 months that print mag was in 37 countries. Collective Hub has since grown into an international multimedia business and lifestyle platform with multiple verticals across print, digital, events and education – all of which serve to ignite human potential.

Five years and 54 issues into the print magazine Lisa made the courageous move to “break” the very thing that she started enabling her to iterate and pivot into something far more sustainable and vast reaching. Lisa’s experience has seen her produce over 400 custom-published books for companies and individuals as well as having authored and co-authored 28 herself.

Most notably, Lisa chartered her ride to success with her bestselling book Daring & Disruptive: Unleashing the Entrepreneur and its sequels Life & Love: Creating the Dream, which reached number-one on Booktopia; Money & Mindfulness: Living in Abundance, that shot to best-selling status within the first month; Breakups & Breakthroughs: Turn an Ending Into a Beginning. She then wrote Purpose and Risk & Resilience – the Breaking and Remaking a Brand.

In 2020, Messenger is again bucking the status quo to explore how you can be at the top of your game – without an office or a cubicle in sight. Her eight book in the series Work from Wherever: How to set yourself free (and still achieve) details in her classically candid style how the entrepreneur and fast-talking founder of the Collective Hub has rebounded and rebranded, after breaking and remaking the business of her dreams. She is currently highly sought after as she is about 730 days ahead of most who have been turbo charged unwittingly into this new “work from home” lifestyle.

Ultimately, Lisa’s passion is to challenge individuals and corporations to get out of their comfort zones, find their purpose, change the way they think, and to prove there’s more than one way to do anything. She encourages creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit, and lives life to the absolute max. Most mornings she wakes up and pinches herself at how incredible her life is, but is also acutely aware and honest about life’s bumps and tumbles along the way.

With fans including Sir Richard Branson and New York Times best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive, and a loyal fan base of close to a million followers across her combined social channels, Lisa’s vision is to build a community of like-minded people who want to change the world for the better. She leads by example, using herself as a conduit and every day living her life out loud showing that anything truly is possible.

Elizabeth was in awe throughout this entire conversation and we're sure you will be too!

You can find Lisa on Instagram:

@lisamessenger

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