Coffee N° 5 with Lara Schmoisman
This is the extra dose of caffeine every entrepreneur needs in their life. Dive deep into the factors that make or break a business. Each episode, you’ll experience new and exciting conversations with successful entrepreneurs and experts from a variety of industries to give you the insight and motivation you need to build a company that really makes an impact. Let go of what’s holding you back; become the entrepreneur you were meant to be. Grab a cup of coffee and join Lara Schmoisman for Coffee N° 5!.About Lara Schmoisman: Digital weaver and powerhouse marketing strategist. Named one of 2021 Forbes Next 1000 and LA Times Inspirational Women and transforming brands to becoming profitable, innovative, and sustainable. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Lara is the founder & CEO of The Darl, an international speaker, and former lecturer at California Polytechnic State University. Lara is a unique combination of Jewish and Latina, outspoken by nature, tenacious, armed with grit and a sexy accent.
Episodes
Discover the dynamic intersection of law, marketing, and society on Coffee N° 5 with your host Lara Schmoisman and legal guru Katie Staba. Dive into the ever-evolving landscape of legal trends while uncovering the vital role of contracts in business relationships. Explore trademark navigation, and gain expert insights into selecting the perfect partnership. Learn how to collaborate with entrepreneurs effectively and build success t...
Discover the power of identity, community, and humor in the latest episode of Coffee N° 5! Ana Flores, a trailblazing first-generation Latina, shares her insights on navigating two worlds. Explore resources for Latina women, connect marketing strategies with diverse communities, and learn how to use your truth to build connections. Join Lara and Ana Flores as they unpack the intricate threads of identity, culture, and business over...
Welcome back to another electrifying episode of Coffee N° 5! Today, we are diving deep into the fascinating world of beauty and entrepreneurship with none other than Nikita Charuza, the happy founder of Squigs Beauty. If you've ever wondered how life's intricate layers can miraculously come together to form a fulfilling mission, then this is the episode for you! From her early days as a beauty and fashion editor to her ti...
Get ready to feel the entrepreneurial spirit on this week’s episode of Coffee N° 5! Join Lara Schmoisman as she chats with Andrea Lisbona, the innovative founder of Touchland, about revolutionizing an outdated product into a personalized beauty experience. Discover the power of merging fashion, beauty, and personal care as Andrea shares her unique journey and fearless approach to entrepreneurship. Explore the intersection of fashio...
Tune into Coffee N° 5 for a candid conversation on beauty branding. Lara Schmoisman hosts beauty legend and leader Hind Sebti, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Waldencast. Join the discussion as they uncover the number one thing that separates brand legacy from a mere collection of products. Discover the true essence of defining a beauty brand in the dynamic realm of beauty and e-commerce. They dive into the meaning of influe...
Get ready to dive deep into the captivating world of branding on this week's episode of Coffee N° 5! Join Lara Schmoisman as she sits down with the "Brand Doctor" Ana Allen for an engaging conversation. From the art of storytelling to forging meaningful connections with audiences, Ana imparts her wealth of wisdom and proven strategies for achieving branding success. Prepare to gain valuable insights and unlock your b...
Gone are the days when traditional gatekeepers like Vogue held all the power. In today's fast-paced world, social media has empowered consumers and brands, giving everyone megaphones to amplify their voices. John Cafarelli, the visionary founder of Ernest Supplies and esteemed COO of Beauty Matter, vividly remembers the early days of establishing a beauty brand when formulation was far from accessible, white labeling was an em...
Get ready for an unmissable episode of Coffee N5! Lara Schmoisman hosts the new owner of Atacama Home, Julia Camara Calvo. This business owner is just as unique as the beautifully Latin American pieces in the store and has a secret weekend gig that you’ll never guess! Join us on this exhilarating journey driven by the passion for telling the true story of Latin American home design, piece by piece.
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Ever wondered how we make decisions without knowing why? Prepare for an exhilarating ride into the world of marketing instinct! Tune in to Coffee N5 as Lara Schmoisman and Riviter's co-founder and CEO, Andi Govindia, unravel the mind-boggling world of visual predictive intelligence. Prepare to be astounded by how this cutting-edge technology transforms into the ultimate ally for brands, guiding them to their perfect market nic...
Get ready to accessorize your fashion knowledge! Tune in to Coffee N° 5 with Lara Schmoisman and Karen Giberson, President and Editor in Chief of the Accessories Council. Together, they explore the business side of accessories, from the allure of "made in Italy" to the secrets of successful marketing strategies and fashion or function purchases. Karen shares insider tips and tricks for those thinking about launching their...
Join us for a captivating episode of Coffee N5 as we delve into the awe-inspiring story of Lana Kerr, the tenacious CEO of CO2LIFT, and explore the fascinating and unexpected connection between skincare and your sex life. Discover how she built a successful business by attracting the best and brightest minds to her team. Get ready for valuable insights and practical tips on creating a dream team that will take your business to new ...
Are you ready to get your caffeine fix and dive into the world of PR like never before? On the latest episode of Coffee N° 5, Lara Schmoisman hosts the one and only Anje Collins, the ultimate boss lady behind the online community Women in the PR, Coco Blue Shoes, and Fashion Assembly. Try to stay up with this serial entrepreneur as she takes us on an inspiring ride into the world of PR and explains how to perfect your pitch without...
From experiencing a life-changing "Aha!" moment to bringing seven amazing products to...
It's time to dive into the glamorous (yet controversial) world of plastic surgery! In this jaw-dropping episode, I get the inside scoop with none other than Michelle Emmick, best-selling author of Blue-Collar Beauty and Confessions of a Plastic Surgery Coach and co-founder of Ask Us Beauty Magazine.
With 20 years of experience in the medical aesthetics field, Michelle spills the beans on how her purpose-driven platfo...
In this episode, we sit down with CEO of Formula Botanica and expert beauty scientist Lorraine Dallmeier to unlock the secrets of launching a successful beauty brand. From concept to retail, Lorraine shares valuable insights on how to identify your target audience and why this is crucial for the success of your product. Learn how to get started with formulated classes and how to create a winning beauty brand on a shoestring budget....
How do you stand out in the beauty industry today? In this episode of Coffee N°5, we welcome Emily Yeston, blogger and co-founder of French beauty brand Doré, to talk about storytelling, innovation with intention, and how simple can still be effective. What’s the rush of launching many products when you can have a few high-quality products that the beauty industry needs?
Tune in and discover how the modern French beauty brand&apos...
Welcome to another episode of Coffee N° 5! Today, we are excited to welcome Sonsoles Gonzalez, a fifty-preneur who left her corporate life behind after 25 years of working for hair care brands Procter & Gamble and L'Oréal and spending time in her birthplace of Venezuela. Sonsoles launched Better Not Younger, a brand aimed at women whose hair is changing but who aren't defined by their age.
In this episode, So...
In this episode of Coffee N° 5, I sit down with Richard Kestenbaum, co-founder and partner of Triangle Capital, who has a great deal of experience advising clients in merchandising businesses, particularly in the retail and consumer sector. Richard shares his extensive experience in advising clients and offers valuable insights on how to approach investors when launching your business.
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- Raising capital ...
On this episode of Coffee N5, we have the pleasure of interviewing Emily Perez, a leading figure in the beauty industry and the founder of Latinas in Beauty. We delve into the experiences of Latinas, people of color, and minority entrepreneurs as they embark on starting their own businesses and emphasize the significance of formulating a strong marketing plan prior to launching your brand.
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- Frequent mistakes made...
On this episode of Coffee N° 5, join us as we sit down with Aly Walansky, the #1 food journalist of 2022 according to Muck Rack. Aly is a renowned travel and food journalist and winner of several awards. We delve into the impact of the digital age on the PR industry and explore effective strategies for promoting emerging brands to journalists and securing media coverage.
We’ll talk about:
- How to get an editor’s attention
- Changes i...
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