Nancy Twine has built one of the most respected clean haircare brands in the world—but in this candid AMA, she peels back the curtain on what it really took to get there. In this special solo finale of Makers Mindset Season 3, Nancy answers burning questions from her audience about entrepreneurship, life, love, mindset, and building a company from zero to a nine-figure exit. From bootstrapping Briogeo in a saturated industry to becoming the then-youngest Black woman to launch a product line at S...
May 29, 2025•15 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Susan Yara’s journey to redefining skincare didn’t start in a lab—it started in front of a camera. From reporting news in the Bronx to becoming a trusted beauty voice on YouTube, Susan built a community before she ever built a brand. With her platform Mixed Makeup, she offered something rare: expert-backed, educational content for women who were underserved by the beauty industry’s hype-driven approach. But Susan wasn’t just creating content. In 2019, she co-founded Naturium Skincare. Just four ...
May 15, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 7
Amy Liu’s journey to redefining clean beauty started in her own skin. As someone with eczema, she knew firsthand the struggle of finding beauty products that were both safe and effective. The industry was full of promises, but few products delivered results without irritation. After years of working behind the scenes at Smashbox, Kate Somerville, and Josie Maran Cosmetics, Amy found herself at a crossroads. She had built brands for others, but what about a brand built for people like her? People...
May 01, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Cristina Nuñez didn’t just break into the beauty industry—she’s redefining who gets to shape it. She started her career in traditional finance and private equity, but craved something more personal and creative. So she rolled up her sleeves and jumped into roles that strategically built beauty brands, including Laura Geller and Clark’s Botanicals. Now, as co-founder and General Partner of True Beauty Ventures, Cristina is rewriting the VC playbook for the industry—one founder, one investment at ...
Apr 17, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Monique Rodriguez’s journey is one of resilience, purpose, and bold reinvention. She dedicated nearly a decade to healthcare as a registered nurse, but the loss of her son in 2013 shifted everything. In the wake of that tragedy, Monique found clarity—and the courage to follow a lifelong passion for beauty. With no formal business background, she launched Mielle Organics from her kitchen and built it into one of the fastest-growing textured haircare brands in the country. Now, Mielle Organics is ...
Apr 03, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Meera Bhatia’s career is a masterclass in transformation, bridging the worlds of technology and retail. She started at Microsoft, Expedia, and LinkedIn, where data and innovation were king. But instead of staying in the tech lane, she saw something others didn’t: the power of technology to reshape the retail landscape. Now, as the Chief Operating Officer of Fabletics and President of TechStyleOS, Meera is rewriting the rules of fashion commerce. She doesn’t just oversee growth, technology, and s...
Mar 20, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Brigette Romanek is an acclaimed interior designer and the founder of Romanek Design Studio. In this episode, Brigette shares her journey from a self-taught design enthusiast to one of the most sought-after interior designers, working with A-list clients like Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Christian Bale. Since launching her studio in 2018, Brigette has been consistently recognized on Architectural Digest’s AD100 and First Dibs 50 lists. She was named an Elle Decor Titan in 2024. In this c...
Mar 06, 2025•47 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Shani Darden, the founder of Shani Darden Skincare, has built a name as Hollywood’s go-to skincare expert. She is trusted by stars like Jessica Alba, Chrissy Teigen, and Kelly Rowland for her results-driven approach. After training under a top dermatologist, she developed her own formulations, launching her flagship studio in Beverly Hills in 2019 and securing a coveted spot at Sephora in 2020. In this episode, Shani talks about how she went from mixing masks in her childhood home to creating on...
Feb 20, 2025•26 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Season 3 of Makers Mindset is here, bringing even deeper insights, bold conversations, and actionable strategies for entrepreneurs, visionaries, and leaders. Hosted by Nancy Twine , this season continues to explore the journeys of top founders, business leaders, and changemakers. Over the past two seasons, Makers Mindset has uncovered the pivotal moments, challenges, and mindset shifts that shape extraordinary careers. This season goes even further, offering real-world strategies, habits, and be...
Feb 13, 2025•1 min
Powerhouse entrepreneur Anastasia Soare is the founder, CEO, and driving force behind Anastasia Beverly Hills — one of the fastest-growing brands in the beauty industry. After immigrating from Romania in 1989, she started her business as a one-woman operation and quickly created a revolutionary technique now known as the Golden Ratio Eyebrow Shaping Method. She went on to build an empire — and she’s certainly raised a few eyebrows along the way. Anastasia is passionate about sharing her journey ...
Dec 05, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Ginny Wright is an experienced leader with a robust background in luxury brand management. She’s held pivotal roles, including president of Kiehl's and global deputy GM at Ralph Lauren Fragrances, along with strategic positions at L'Oréal Luxe. Known for her strategic and innovative approach to growth, Ginny has significantly boosted brand prestige and consumer engagement at the companies she's served. She always talks about owning your mistakes so that you can grow and ultimately thrive — and w...
Nov 21, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Alisa Carmichael is the proud mom of two growing boys and Investment Partner at VMG Partners. Like many investors, she got her start in investment banking before joining the ever-evolving world of private equity. Unlike many of her fellow investors, however, Alisa was a black woman who was grappling with imposter syndrome at every turn. Fast-forward to today and she’s not just embracing her role as mother, daughter, investor, mentor, and friend, but owning it. Her unrelenting focus on the BIPOC ...
Nov 07, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Artemis Patrick is the President and CEO of Sephora North America. She’s responsible for growth strategies that make Sephora the the number-one prestige beauty omni-retailer. Artemis is also a member of Sephora’s Global Leadership Team (SLT) and Sephora America’s operating committee. Follow Artemis Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artemis-patrick-441ab5/ Follow Nancy Twine: Instagram: @nancytwine www.nancytwine.com Follow Makers Mindset: Instagram: @makersmindsetpodcast TikTok: @themakersmin...
Oct 24, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader, personal finance educator, public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. She’s the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF , which helps make the rules of personal finance accessible to non-experts and marginalized communities. She and Nancy chat about “doing it scared," what needs to change to empower female founders and entrepreneurs, and making the leap to take your side hustle full time. Follow Vivian Tu: Instagram: @your.richbff https://www.yourric...
Oct 10, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Isabela Rangel Grutman is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and model. Born in Brazil, Isabela began modeling at 13, and at a young age learned a lot about work ethic and business partnerships. In 2022, she founded Rangel , a premium clothing line now available at major retailers like Revolve and ShopBop. She also founded Isa Grutman Jewelry , which just opened its first flagship store in Miami’s prestigious Design District. She and Nancy dive into the importance of setting a vision and starting ...
Sep 26, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Michelle Cordeiro Grant is a serial entrepreneur, brand builder and innovator. After spending the tenure of her career at household names in the retail industry, she moved into the startup world. In 2016, she founded LIVELY, a Leisurée brand inspiring women to live passionately, purposefully and confidently. In three years, she grew the brand from concept to 5 stores, 165,000+ ambassadors, and $105M acquisition. In 2022, Michelle founded her next venture, GORGIE, an energy drink brand. Michelle ...
Sep 12, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Hannah Bronfman is an angel investor, founder and influencer who is credited with bringing wellness to the forefront of the digital age. She and Nancy delve into evolving your business operations to break through revenue ceilings, what Hannah looks for in founders she invests in and much more. They also discuss how Hannah has used others' doubts to fuel her journey, and her tools for overcoming self doubt. Follow Hannah Bronfman: Instagram: @hannahbronfman Follow Nancy Twine: Instagram: @nancytw...
Aug 29, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Welcome back to Makers Mindset! This season, Nancy is joined by a diverse lineup of inspiring and engaging guests. Tune in to hear from entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders as they share valuable insights to help you thrive in both your business and personal life. Follow Nancy Twine: Instagram: @nancytwine www.nancytwine.com Follow Makers Mindset: Instagram: @makersmindsetpodcast TikTok: @themakersmindset...
Aug 22, 2024•1 min0
Nyakio Grieco has always been passionate about the power of the beauty industry as a vehicle for change. As the co-founder of Thirteen Lune, a retail platform dedicated to showcasing brands and products crafted by Black and Brown founders, Nyakio champions inclusivity and representation within the industry. In this episode, she delves into the challenges and triumphs of being a BIPOC founder in the beauty industry, highlighting the shifts she's witnessed as well as opportunities for growth. Draw...
Jun 20, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Whitney Casey couldn’t have predicted her journey. Starting as one of the youngest anchors on CNN Headline News, Whitney’s path has been dynamic, and sometimes chaotic, to lead her where she is today. As both a co-founder and private equity investor, Whitney leverages the skills she’s developed over her career to bring unique perspectives to everything she does. She shares with Nancy the importance of seizing opportunity, even if it might not align with your plans or goals. Additionally, Nancy a...
Jun 06, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 7
When Anu Duggal started her first business, a wine bar in Bombay, she was entering a sector that she had no experience in. But she didn’t let that stop her, in fact, she leveraged that inexperience to generate new insights and innovation. In the years that followed, she grew into an entrepreneurial powerhouse, launching the Female Founders Fund in 2014, investing in early stage female founders. Since then, Anu has appeared on Fortune’s “40 under 40” Crain’s “Notable Women in Tech” list and been ...
May 23, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Sheena Zadeh blended her background in science with a love of cosmetics to create Kosas Cosmetics, a brand that proudly states that it’s ‘makeup for skincare freaks.’ Sheena's journey has been a testament to adaptation, experimentation and a passion for what she does. Juggling roles as CEO and founder, she eventually opted to step back from the CEO position to focus on Kosas’s creative vision. She and Nancy dive into this decision, in addition to exploring the intricacies of building a successfu...
May 09, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Aurora James launched fashion and accessories line Brother Vellies in 2013, with a mission to preserve the heritage of African design and create lasting artisanal jobs. Today, her brand is handcrafted by artisans spanning the globe, bringing culture, sustainability and fashion together. She is also the founder of the Fifteen Percent Pledge, a non-profit that encourages retailers to pledge at least 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses. Major retailers like Sephora, Nordstrom and Mac...
Apr 25, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 4
When Karissa Bodnar started Thrive Causemetics out of her one-bedroom apartment, she was determined to create a business that was mission-driven to its core. Inspired by the loss of a close friend to cancer, Karissa set out to craft a makeup brand committed to giving back. Today, Thrive Causemetics proudly supports over 500 giving partners and has contributed millions in fundings and products to charitable organizations. Join Karissa and Nancy as they discuss Karissa’s journey as a mission-drive...
Apr 11, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Seema Bansal Chadha was inspired to start her category disrupting business, Venus et Fleur, after a Valentines Day gesture gone wrong. In this episode, she and host Nancy Twine dive into a conversation about starting and bootstrapping a business with your partner, knowing when to grow, and finding time for wellness. Explore more empowering resources
Mar 28, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join host Nancy Twine in conversation with Jessica Cruel, Editor-in-Chief of Allure Magazine, for the inaugural episode of Makers Mindset. In this candid conversation, you’ll delve into Jessica's experiences combating imposter syndrome, managing her personal financial health, standing out in the competitive beauty space, and so much more. Explore more empowering resources
Mar 14, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to Makers Mindset, a podcast that uncovers the inspiring journeys of female founders, executives, and changemakers. We delve into how these remarkable women navigate professional achievements and personal well-being. Join host Nancy Twine and an array of enlightening guests for this season's conversations. Find Makers Mindset on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube, starting March 14th. Learn how to empower your best you...
Mar 05, 2024•3 min0
