12. Fashion Foward - Empowering Plus-size Women One Shopping Trip at a Time - with Katrina Van de Ven

Katrina Van de Ven, is the co-creator and CEO of plus-size fashion marketplace, Lukbook.

With a mission to revolutionize fashion for the 66% of Australian women who wear a size 14 and above. With her background in psychology, decades of lived experience as a plus-size woman, and an unwavering desire to help women look and feel their best, Katrina is the perfect person to lead the fashion technology company, LükBook. And with it, she's spearheading a movement for a more inclusive fashion industry.

In this episode, we dive deep into the key moments that have shaped the Lukbook journey so far. From removing the shame and stigma of shopping as a plus-size woman to the challenges faced by female-founded businesses to the reasons why investment in them remains disappointingly low, we explore it all.

Katrina also shares her invaluable advice for brands looking to attract a plus-size customer base. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast, a business owner, or simply someone passionate about inclusivity this episode is a must-listen.

So sit back, relax, and get ready to be informed and inspired as we dive into this insightful conversation with the incredible Katrina Van de Ven.

Let's get started!