Dear FoundHer...

I started wearing?Ripley Rader signature pants last year and became OBSESSED. ? ? They feel like sweats but they pull you together with a polished and finished look that no other pair of pants in my closet can. I started wearing them on travel days—going from my flights to my meetings——and never skipping a beat. And then I started wearing them on any occasion where I needed to be dressed, but I also wanted to be comfortable. ? ? I KNEW I had to have?Ripley Rader, FoundHer of my new obsession on the podcast.? ? Ripley is a self-made fashion designer whose multi-million dollar fashion brand was launched with merely a jumpsuit and a dream. ? ? Less than a decade later, Ripley Rader has exploded into a wildly popular women’s fashion brand, worn by women of all ages and sizes, and has a devoted celebrity following. ? ? Based in Los Angeles, Ripley Rader makes its clothes entirely in America, and has remained steadfast to their core values– even amidst their skyrocketing popularity. Be it the viral wide-leg pant sensation or the classic jumpsuit that launched the brand, Ripley Rader is a timeless brand uniquely for and by women…and she is even more amazing than her incredible clothing line…? ? Ripley's positivity is contagious---she truly is someone who went for it and didn't stop until she made it. She has so much to be proud of and you have so much to learn from her. ? ? I cannot wait for you to hear today's episode. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dJ-UyxMj ? I know that you have a million things that you could be doing, so thank you for spending some time with me today. I so appreciate you listening and being here—your support is everything. Lindsay Pinchuk, Host + Founder of?Dear FoundHer...

This week’s guest?Joanna Strober?is not only changing the perimenopause and menopause game for women...but she's changing healthcare options for all of us.? ? Like many entrepreneurs, Joanna’s company?Midi Health?was born out of her own struggles.? ? She started experiencing hot flashes and mood swings and went through multiple doctors before she found someone in-network with her insurance who finally told her what was going on — she was perimenopausal and her body was changing.? ? Sound familiar to anyone????? ? Midi Health?was founded on the belief that women’s healthcare should be easily accessible and covered by insurance at all stages of life.? ? Tune in to this episode to hear?Joanna Strober's journey founding and growing?Midi?from the ground up with “menopause Tupperware parties” and a vision for the future.? Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gpqcK_Az

Today's episode with Alex Schinasi is SO GOOD.? ? She's a 2x acquired founder and the co-founder and President of Hulken. In this interview, she shares how she went from working on Hulken part-time while leading one of her other companies to over $20MM in revenue in LESS THAN 3 YEARS!? ? Her story is one of just doing the thing, focusing on the long game, and keeping it fun.? ? You do NOT want to miss this episode.? ? Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/geU2jB9j

Did you catch Julie Nguyen on Dear FoundHer...? Julie and her co-founders at Methodology are THRIVING in a difficult market. Methodology is serving up Michelin-star quality, nutrient-dense meals... straight to your door.? ? It?was founded on the belief that “the way we eat is one of the things that affects our overall health and quality of life more than anything else.” ? ? I had the privilege of trying them out for a week and let me tell ya... DELICIOUS.? ? Wanna know how to scale a business like this while staying true to your values?? ? Julie credits mentorship and community support as her secrets.? ? Tune in to hear her story!? https://lnkd.in/dgmbsU-J ? Thank you for listening, thank you for being here, Lindsay Pinchuk

Today's episode is one of my most favorite conversations I've ever had on the podcast...and for SO MANY REASONS!? ? 1???#funfact: Today's guest,?Katie Sturino, Co-Founder of?Megababe used to pitch her clients to me back in the day when I owned my first company, Bump Club and Beyond and she was a PR Maven. ? 2???#funfact:?Katie Sturino?DEFINITELY sent?Megababe?for Bump Club gift bags. (Likely when she was still fulfilling out of her parent's garage...you'll have to tune in to hear more on that...)? 3???#funfact: Katie was my last?#bucketlist?guest...now I have to create a new list!? ? But, do you want to know why today's conversation was so amazing? Because?Katie Sturino?shows up as herself EVERY SINGLE DAY. She walks the walk and talks the talk. She is Megababe, and she speaks with such authority, conviction, and confidence. ? ? Who wouldn't want to buy a product from a brand backed by those pillars? ? ? Not to mention, Katie and her co-founders created a company that's taken some of the biggest, but least talked about problems, and has put them center stage. ? ? Boob sweat? They have a product for that.? Thigh chafing? That too. ? Hemorrhoids? As I told Katie---I wish I knew her back when I owned Bump Club. IYKYK.? ? But not only is Katie a founder, she is a body confidence influencer. ? ? Through her body acceptance work, Katie empowers people of all sizes to find their confidence and celebrate their style. In 2024, when Katie called out?WeightWatchers?for their perpetuation of?#DietCulture, she was invited to join?Oprah Winfrey?on stage to unpack that topic.? ? As I told Katie: She is a true North Star for all women, and especially to our teenage girls. Katie is someone we all need to be looking up to when it comes to accepting and loving ourselves. ? ? I cannot wait for you to hear our conversation. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gfDgYVPn ? Thank you for listening, thank you for being here... let me know what you think!? ? xx,?Lindsay, Host of?Dear FoundHer...

This episode with founder and CEO of Beachwaver Co., celebrity hairstylist, panelist, motivational speaker, and Beauty Expert on-Camera Host, Sarah Potempa was a long time coming, and one you do NOT want to miss! With 12 patents, 21 trademarks, and 9 patents pending, Sarah is an innovator in the industry. Sarah is the inventor of the patented, award-winning Beachwaver? rotating curling iron. She shares educational videos on braiding and hairstyling with her more than 1.5 million followers on TikTok. Her celebrity clientele includes Lea Michele, Emily Blunt, Ana de Armas, Busy Phillips, and Camila Cabello. She has worked on editorial shoots for Vogue, Allure, Teen Vogue, Vanity Fair, and W and has appeared on the Today Show, GMA, and Extra! Her story is truly one of grit and determination as she built Beachwaver from the ground up with ZERO outside investments. Tune in for this incredible conversation about the importance of perseverance, creativity, and staying true to your vision as an entrepreneur. https://lnkd.in/gud9W4iD

I honestly wish I had?The Coach Chronicles when I was a teenager.? ? Leslie Randolph is doing incredible work as a self-confidence coach for teenage girls. She helps her clients ditch doubt and overcome anxiety by teaching the skill of cultivating self-confidence. Through coaching, Leslie serves as a compassionate sounding board, an enthusiastic cheerleader, a mindset mirror, and an accountability ally to support positive change in her client’s lives.? ? When not coaching, Leslie is a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, and the host of “Why Didn’t They Tell Us,” an inspirational podcast where she shares the lessons she learned late in life so others can know better…sooner. ? ? I met Leslie when she was starting out two years ago, and now she’s booked out with a waitlist. Her secret? Continuing to show up even when it was hard... and some practical marketing strategies, many of which she learned in my group mentorship Marketing Made Simple.? ? Listen in to hear how Leslie’s journey through trial and error got her to where she is today: https://lnkd.in/g4BRgJ-j

You probably know her from Netflix’s My Unorthodox Life, but @juliahaart is so much more than what you’ve seen on TV. Julia and I share a passion for helping other women---and that's a common thread you'll see pulled throughout today's conversation on Dear FoundHer. ? ? She is an accomplished self made businesswoman, entrepreneur, best-selling author—with a passion to pave the way and help lift other women up along the way. ? ? Julia was raised in an Ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. At age 42 she fled, changed her name, and without any formal education or background in fashion launched her career as a designer with her namesake shoe collection. When you listen to our conversation, you’ll hear just how scrappy she was to secure the funding to make this venture happen. ? In the years that followed, she was named creative director of La Perla and would become co-owner and CEO of Elite World Group and one of the most influential people in fashion. In 2021, Julia and her NETFLIX hit series "My Unorthodox Life", which streams in over 190 countries, took the world by storm. ? Above all else, Julia applies her experience and platform to be a force for positive change in the world and supporting women who have dedicated their lives to building a better future. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/grykpCqG

Sometimes ONE decision, or ONE circumstance, can change the entire trajectory of your career. And that’s what happened to Palak Patel. The owner of the culinary school she was attending, submitted her to the @foodnetwork for Chopped. She didn’t want to go on the show, but not only did she appear on the show… she won. ? ? Being on Chopped was pivotal for Palak and her career, putting her on a stage like no other she’d ever been on before. She also had an incredible setback when the pandemic derailed her plans to open up a giant restaurant in New York’s Hudson Yards….? ? But today, she’s bouncing back big time. ? ? Palak is the author of a new plant-based cookbook called "Food Is Love: Plant-based Indian Inspired Recipes To Feel Joy and Connection,”?published by HarperCollins (Harvest).?A classically trained chef and restauranteur, not only is she the winner of Food Network’s famed?Chopped, but she?Beat Bobby Flay and was a?finalist on?Food Network Star?season?14. ?? Don't miss this week's @dearfoundher podcast episode with Chef, Palak Patel. ? Podcast Episode: https://lnkd.in/gGKEHHkA ? #dearfoundherpodcast #palakpatel #podcastepisode #podcastrecommendations #palakpatel #culinarystar #followyourpassion #foodnetwork #choppedwinner #foodnetworkstar #plantbasedrecipes #indiancuisine #foodislove #authenticity #personalbranding #culinaryjourney #entrepreneurship #womeninbusiness #culinarysuccess #inspiringstories #boldrisks #pursueyourdreams

Fun fact about me: I am obsessed with the Olympics. I used to have a co-worker at Hearst who sat next to me and we would dress up and celebrate the Olympics every time the games were taking place. But it's not just the Olympic games; it's the Olympic values and what the games signify. The three core values of Olympians are excellence, friendship, and respect. ? ? Amplifying these values and the female Olympians and Paralympians who exercise them is why Jamie Mittelman founded Flame Bearers, the first media company dedicated to sharing the stories of women Olympians and Paralympians. ? ? Jamie Mittelman is on a mission to make sure that people of all ages are inspired by women athletes who look and sound like them. A deep believer in how the power of stories can change lives, Jamie Mittelman is committed to elevating as many diverse voices as possible within the world of elite women’s sports.? As anyone who has listen to my podcast knows, I believe your brand’s community is your greatest asset. ? Don't miss this week's @dearfoundher podcast episode with Jamie Mittelman, FoundHer of Flame Bearers Podcast Episode: https://lnkd.in/gktdzzH2 #podcastforbusiness #entrepreneurshippodcast #entrepreneurshiptips? #entrepreneurtips