In this episode of Elevators Podcast, hosts Krystal Vega and Amanda Booze sit down with the visionary founder of Mielle Organics, Monique Rodriguez. Monique shares her incredible journey from being a nurse to building a multi-million dollar beauty empire that now spans 90+ countries and 100,000+ stores.
She reveals the power of faith, resilience, and entrepreneurship, including how she manifested her acquisition by P&G, the struggles she faced, and the wisdom she’s gained from her experiences. From overcoming personal losses to navigating business challenges, Monique opens up about what it takes to build a successful brand while staying true to her purpose.
00:00: Introduction
01:49 - Meet Monique Rodriguez: Founder of Mielle Organics
02:48 - The Power of Friendships & Community
06:34 - Monique’s Journey: From Nursing to CEO
11:57 - Overcoming Hardships & Personal Loss
17:06 - Building A Business: The Right Team & Investments
22:02 - Lessons Learned: Failed Ventures Before Mielle
29:18 - Defining Success: The Moment She Knew She Made It
33:08 - Dark Times & Business Challenges
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