WWD Voices
WWD Voices
Fairchild Fashion Media
Welcome to WWD Voices, where you will find news, commentary, and industry insights as well as behind-the-scenes stories from the world of fashion apparel, retail, luxury, and beauty. Hosted by WWD editors with special guests.
Faherty’s Cofounder on Turning a Childhood Goal into a Global Brand
In slightly over a decade, surf-inspired fashion brand Faherty has expanded into a nine-figure business. On this episode of WWD Voices for Retail Rx, the company's cofounder and chief executive officer Alex Faherty speaks with Ian Fredericks, chief executive officer of Hilco Global Capital Solutions and executive director of Hilco’s consumer and retail platform, about the brand’s early days, running a responsible business, “go big or go home” risks that paid off and how he sees artificial intelligence supporting the company as it scales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14
27 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Alli Webb
Drybar cofounder Alli Webb talks to WWD's Kathryn Hopkins about her return to hair care with her new brand Messy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24
39 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Iskra Lawrence
Iskra Lawrence, the co-founder of body and hair care brand Saltair, chats with WWD's James Manso about her journey from modeling to entrepreneurship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17
42 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Jen Atkin
Jen Atkin, professional hair stylist, influencer and the entrepreneur behind brands Ouai and Mane and talent agency Highlight Artists, speaks with WWD's James Manso about her career, working with celebrities and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 10
42 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Lauryn Bosstick
Lauryn Bosstick, the founder of beauty, wellness and lifestyle brand The Skinny Confidential — which spans a blog, podcast and product line — speaks with WWD's Emily Burns about the origins and evolution of her wellness empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 3
41 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Ireland
Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Ireland, co-founders of Summer Fridays, talk to WWD's Jenny B. Fine about their skincare brand's evolution and their approach toward product and content creation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24
31 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Jamie Elden
Jamie Elden, chief executive of Listrak, sits down with Jenny B. Fine, editor in chief of Beauty Inc., to discuss how Generations Z and Alpha are changing the beauty marketing game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17
33 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Gucci Westman and David Neville
Westman Atelier's founder and creative director Gucci Westman and founder and chief executive officer David Neville chat with WWD's beauty and fashion market editor James Manso about the luxury beauty label's approach to product development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10
1 hr 10 min
Marine Layer’s Cofounders on Brick-and-Mortar Investments, Why Materials Matter and Running a B Corp Business
More than 15 years ago, two childhood friends decided to make the switch from finance to fashion, and Marine Layer was born. What began as a small operation with a single 450-square-foot storefront today counts 55 locations, with more retail openings in the works. On this episode of WWD Voices for Retail Rx, Michael Natenshon, cofounder and chief executive officer of Marine Layer, Adam Lynch, cofounder and chief operating officer of Marine Layer, chat with Ian Fredericks, chief executive officer of Hilco Global Capital Solutions and executive director of Hilco’s consumer and retail platform, about their company’s early stages, how they are approaching product development and what is next for the brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 4
39 min
The Beauty of Tomorrow: Ajay Salpekar
Ajay Salpekar, general manager of beauty at TikTok Shop, sits down with Noor Lobad, WWD's beauty news editor, to talk growth, K-beauty, fragrance and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 3
28 min
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