Emma Bates

This week we chat with Emma Bates. Emma Bates is the co-founder of new disruptive social media platform Diem, designed for women and non-binary people. Diem is a new social universe aiming to tackle the inequality that exists for women and non-binary folks IRL and on social media. Diem is providing a safe, alternative space for women &amp; non-binary folks to share knowledge about the things we don’t talk about openly, marking a move away from performative content and towards a more equitable, personal experience. In this episode, the pair trace back to Emma’s upbringing in the UK before moving to NYC in 2016. Emma covers everything from her War-Studies major in college, gender equity advocating, and how a blog she started at 19 with 100k+ readers became her untraditional entry into the world of marketing. Emma's work has been featured in Forbes, HuffPost, Entrepreneur and The Cut for her unique approach to marketing, community building, and partnerships.  Twentysomethings, get ready for an episode blending passion and purpose with the incredible Emma Bates! Follow Us!Emma Bates: @emmashbatesDiem: @askdiemErica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Emma Bates. Emma Bates is the co-founder of new disruptive social media platform Diem, designed for women and non-binary people. Diem is a new social universe aiming to tackle the inequality that exists for women and non-binary folks IRL and on social media. Diem is providing a safe, alternative space for women &amp; non-binary folks to share knowledge about the things we don’t talk about openly, marking a move away from performative content and towards a more equitable, personal experience.  In this episode, the pair trace back to Emma’s upbringing in the UK before moving to NYC in 2016. Emma covers everything from her War-Studies major in college, gender equity advocating, and how a blog she started at 19 with 100k+ readers became her untraditional entry into the world of marketing. Emma's work has been featured in Forbes, HuffPost, Entrepreneur and The Cut for her unique approach to marketing, community building, and partnerships.  Twentysomethings, get ready for an episode blending passion and purpose with the incredible Emma Bates! Follow Us!Emma Bates: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emmashbates/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@emmashbates</a>Diem: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/askdiem/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@askdiem</a> Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Emma Bates: Co-Founder & CEO Of Diem

Kim Johnson

This week we chat with Kim Johnson, evaluating the nature and relevance of Community itself and how it applies to the world of business and twentysomethings. Kim is the Head of Community at Geneva, an NYC based messaging app for groups, clubs, and communities of all shapes and sizes. Her work at Geneva focuses on helping brands, creators, and community leaders of all kinds build their communities from the ground up. Before joining the team at Geneva she built Community at Glossier from the ground up for five years.In this explained episode, the pair reflect on Kim’s college experiences and ideals that shaped her fascination with the need for community in the workplace. Transforming the blogging community into a brand for Glossier, this first job for Kim evidently shaped her career, with a community focused element in business. In breaking down what exactly a community is and means, Kim reveals it's relevance in the workplace and necessity in our daily lives. Shifting her career towards Geneva, she now works to maintain a platform that offers people a space to build an online community of their own, embodying several visions and purposes. With the rapid growth of internet presence in our day to day lives, we’re finding a need for community more than ever before. Twentysomethings, get ready for an hour with the woman behind the scenes of several groups we know and love today, Kim Johnson!Follow Us!Kim Johnson: @kimjohnson._Geneva: @geneva  (and website here)Glossier: @glossier (and website here)Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Kim Johnson, evaluating the nature and relevance of Community itself and how it applies to the world of business and twentysomethings. Kim is the Head of Community at Geneva, an NYC based messaging app for groups, clubs, and communities of all shapes and sizes. Her work at Geneva focuses on helping brands, creators, and community leaders of all kinds build their communities from the ground up. Before joining the team at Geneva she built Community at Glossier from the ground up for five years. In this explained episode, the pair reflect on Kim’s college experiences and ideals that shaped her fascination with the need for community in the workplace. Transforming the blogging community into a brand for Glossier, this first job for Kim evidently shaped her career, with a community focused element in business. In breaking down what exactly a community is and means, Kim reveals it's relevance in the workplace and necessity in our daily lives. Shifting her career towards Geneva, she now works to maintain a platform that offers people a space to build an online community of their own, embodying several visions and purposes. With the rapid growth of internet presence in our day to day lives, we’re finding a need for community more than ever before. Twentysomethings, get ready for an hour with the woman behind the scenes of several groups we know and love today, Kim Johnson! Follow Us!Kim Johnson: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kimjohnson._/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kimjohnson._</a>Geneva: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/geneva/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@geneva </a> (and website <a href="https://geneva.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw_ISWBhBkEiwAdqxb9gUL0XpvdC4YQWkjOOqMemw80ESumV6pdc3WFWIkQPvZWRcxxTLR4RoCo_sQAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Glossier: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/glossier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@glossier</a> (and website <a href="https://www.glossier.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Community EXPLAINED ft. Kim Johnson: Head Of Community At Geneva

Jessica Wenger McPhaul

This week we chat with Jessica Wenger McPhaul. Jessica is an Emmy-nominated costume designer and the founder of NAKED REBELLION, a nude lingerie brand offering products for every shade on Earth. Having graduated from FIDM and spent over ten years in the Costumers’ Union moving from set to set, Jessica found the inspiration for her brand when faced with challenges in finding undergarments designed for all skin shades and body types. From “House of Cards” to NAKED REBELLION, Jessica’s here for an inside scoop on her journey to entrepreneurship!In this episode, the pair go back to the beginning of Jessica’s journey as a teen in Scottsdale, AZ who found her start in the world of costume design as a result of a criminal littering charge. Incorporating her passion for fashion into a “yes mentality,” Jessica reveals the trials and tribulations of her twenties and the decisions she made to land her success. Conversations on ditching college, production craziness, and starting a business with loved ones are the tip of the iceberg to this week’s episode.Twentysomethings, if you’re doubting the idea that everything happens for a reason, get ready for an hour with the remarkable and ambitious Jessica Wenger McPhaul as she breaks down the luck and perseverance that landed her to a business and career of her own!Follow Us!Jessica Wenger McPhaul: @jesswengermcpNaked Rebellion: @naked.rebellion (and website here)Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Jessica Wenger McPhaul. Jessica is an Emmy-nominated costume designer and the founder of NAKED REBELLION, a nude lingerie brand offering products for every shade on Earth. Having graduated from FIDM and spent over ten years in the Costumers’ Union moving from set to set, Jessica found the inspiration for her brand when faced with challenges in finding undergarments designed for all skin shades and body types. From “House of Cards” to NAKED REBELLION, Jessica’s here for an inside scoop on her journey to entrepreneurship! In this episode, the pair go back to the beginning of Jessica’s journey as a teen in Scottsdale, AZ who found her start in the world of costume design as a result of a criminal littering charge. Incorporating her passion for fashion into a “yes mentality,” Jessica reveals the trials and tribulations of her twenties and the decisions she made to land her success. Conversations on ditching college, production craziness, and starting a business with loved ones are the tip of the iceberg to this week’s episode. Twentysomethings, if you’re doubting the idea that everything happens for a reason, get ready for an hour with the remarkable and ambitious Jessica Wenger McPhaul as she breaks down the luck and perseverance that landed her to a business and career of her own! Follow Us!Jessica Wenger McPhaul: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesswengermcp/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jesswengermcp</a>Naked Rebellion: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/naked.rebellion/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@naked.rebellion</a> (and website <a href="https://nakedrebellion.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Jessica Wenger McPhaul: Emmy-Nominated Costume Designer, Founder Of NAKED REBELLION

This week we’re bringing you another solo episode with the host herself, Erica Wenger! Erica received a masters degree from USC in social entrepreneurship where she gave a TEDx Talk, pitching the idea of just how social entrepreneurship will change the world. TED is a non-profit organization aiming to change the world one idea at a time in the form of short, powerful talks. TEDx was designed to propel their tradition of informative story-telling into local communities making knowledge more accessible, and therefore more powerful. In this episode, Erica takes us behind the scenes into her extensive and rewarding experience as a TEDx speaker. Discussing her experiences in and out of the classroom, Erica recalls the stress, preparation, and achievements that crafted her TEDx journey. This episode offers context behind the ideas Erica shares in her talk with an emphasis that profit and purpose are not mutually exclusive elements of business.Twentysomethings, you might’ve listened to a TEDx talk before, but this week we find out what it takes to lead one. Get ready for this short and sweet inside scoop into the perspective of a TEDx speaker with our host, Erica Wenger!Follow Us!Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerErica's TEDx Talk: How social entrepreneurship will change the world TEDx Website: hereDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we’re bringing you another solo episode with the host herself, Erica Wenger! Erica received a masters degree from USC in social entrepreneurship where she gave a TEDx Talk, pitching the idea of just how social entrepreneurship will change the world. TED is a non-profit organization aiming to change the world one idea at a time in the form of short, powerful talks. TEDx was designed to propel their tradition of informative story-telling into local communities making knowledge more accessible, and therefore more powerful.  In this episode, Erica takes us behind the scenes into her extensive and rewarding experience as a TEDx speaker. Discussing her experiences in and out of the classroom, Erica recalls the stress, preparation, and achievements that crafted her TEDx journey. This episode offers context behind the ideas Erica shares in her talk with an emphasis that profit and purpose are not mutually exclusive elements of business. Twentysomethings, you might’ve listened to a TEDx talk before, but this week we find out what it takes to lead one. Get ready for this short and sweet inside scoop into the perspective of a TEDx speaker with our host, Erica Wenger! Follow Us!Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Erica's TEDx Talk: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/erica_wenger_how_social_entrepreneurship_will_change_the_world_jan_2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How social entrepreneurship will change the world </a>TEDx Website: <a href="https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/tedx-program" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Solo Episode: My TEDx Talk Experience

Courtney Claghorn

This week we chat with Courtney Claghorn. You probably know Courtney best as the Co-Founder of Sugared + Bronzed, everyone’s go-to sugaring hair removal and sunless tanning destination. Having revolutionized airbrush tanning with a proprietary solution and revived an all-natural, ancient Egyptian form of hair removal called sugaring, Courtney created the flawless destination we all know and love. With locations across California, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, this is just the beginning for Sugared + Bronzed. In this episode, the pair backtrack Courtney's journey to Sugared + Bronzed starting with her college experience between Colorado and Los Angeles. Morphing her passion for film with her career in entrepreneurship, Courtney reveals several parallels between the industries. Conversations of improv acting, dreadful work-shifts, and building an empire with the love of your life are just a peek into this week’s episode. Twentysomethings, if you’re feeling unsure of your next move, get ready for this episode where “trusting the process” becomes a lifestyle with the inspirational Courtney Claghorn!Follow Us!Courtney Claghorn: @courtneyclaghornSugared + Bronzed: @sugaredandbronzed (and website here)Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Courtney Claghorn. You probably know Courtney best as the Co-Founder of Sugared + Bronzed, everyone’s go-to sugaring hair removal and sunless tanning destination. Having revolutionized airbrush tanning with a proprietary solution and revived an all-natural, ancient Egyptian form of hair removal called sugaring, Courtney created the flawless destination we all know and love. With locations across California, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, this is just the beginning for Sugared + Bronzed.  In this episode, the pair backtrack Courtney's journey to Sugared + Bronzed starting with her college experience between Colorado and Los Angeles. Morphing her passion for film with her career in entrepreneurship, Courtney reveals several parallels between the industries. Conversations of improv acting, dreadful work-shifts, and building an empire with the love of your life are just a peek into this week’s episode.  Twentysomethings, if you’re feeling unsure of your next move, get ready for this episode where “trusting the process” becomes a lifestyle with the inspirational Courtney Claghorn! Follow Us!Courtney Claghorn: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/courtneyclaghorn/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@courtneyclaghorn</a>Sugared + Bronzed: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sugaredandbronzed/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sugaredandbronzed</a> (and website <a href="https://sugaredandbronzed.com/pages/menu?gclid=CjwKCAjwkYGVBhArEiwA4sZLuGeiyJzqC0WWZCeX-ywiha40FxVDT-IH2AvVYB7ZvG2fgfkP2YIXlhoCAL4QAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Courtney Claghorn: Co-Founder Of Sugared + Bronzed

This week we chat with Aleyna Dogan, breaking down the seemingly complex nature of NFTs, the web3 space, and why it's relevant to twentysomethings.Aleyna is both an entrepreneur and writer currently working at VaynerNFT. Having started NFTimes, the weekly comprehensive NFT newsletter last July, she continues to expand her role in the new web3 world. With a focus on the grave importance of techno-philosophy issues, she now consults and assists the on-boarding of artists, especially women, LGBTQ+ and people from other underrepresented groups into the web3 space. In this explained episode, the pair reflect on Aleyna’s upbringing in Turkey and the lifelong fascination with technology that ultimately led her towards her college education at NYU. Aleyna takes us through her journey from the sparking curiosity of fake news and crafted algorithms to a full blown writing career in the web3 space. Conversations focused on explaining the web3 space, how NFTs work, and the future of the internet are the tip of the iceberg in this week’s episode. With NFTs emerging as a common topic of conversation, how many of us truly know what they are, how they work, and what role we play in this new web space? Twentysomethings, your answers are finally here! Lock in on this one-hour explained episode featuring the woman who writes the content you read, Aleyna Dogan!Follow Us!Aleyna Dogan: @aleynadoganVaynerNFT: @vaynernft (and website here)NFTimes : website hereErica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Aleyna Dogan, breaking down the seemingly complex nature of NFTs, the web3 space, and why it's relevant to twentysomethings. Aleyna is both an entrepreneur and writer currently working at VaynerNFT. Having started NFTimes, the weekly comprehensive NFT newsletter last July, she continues to expand her role in the new web3 world. With a focus on the grave importance of techno-philosophy issues, she now consults and assists the on-boarding of artists, especially women, LGBTQ+ and people from other underrepresented groups into the web3 space.  In this explained episode, the pair reflect on Aleyna’s upbringing in Turkey and the lifelong fascination with technology that ultimately led her towards her college education at NYU. Aleyna takes us through her journey from the sparking curiosity of fake news and crafted algorithms to a full blown writing career in the web3 space. Conversations focused on explaining the web3 space, how NFTs work, and the future of the internet are the tip of the iceberg in this week’s episode.  With NFTs emerging as a common topic of conversation, how many of us truly know what they are, how they work, and what role we play in this new web space? Twentysomethings, your answers are finally here! Lock in on this one-hour explained episode featuring the woman who writes the content you read, Aleyna Dogan! Follow Us!Aleyna Dogan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aleynadogan/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@aleynadogan</a>VaynerNFT: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vaynernft/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@vaynernft</a> (and website <a href="https://vaynernft.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)NFTimes : website <a href="https://nftimes.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

NFTs EXPLAINED ft. Aleyna Dogan: Writer For VaynerNFT And Creator Of NFTimes

Ashley Merrill

This week we chat with Ashley Merrill. As founder of Lunya and Lahgo, Ashley is reinventing sleepwear for modern women and men, respectively; both brands share a simple mission: to champion rest in people’s lives. Ashley is also cofounder of The Deep, a media platform that makes philosophy and personal exploration accessible through thought provoking questions, and the Chairwoman of Outdoor Voices. In this episode, the pair recall Ashley’s SoCal native upbringing and the choices and obstacles throughout her twenties that brought her fortune and success later down the road. Ashley recalls the intrinsic motivation and ambition that pushed her along her path as she left law and culinary in the past and hustled her way into the world of venture capital trading income for experience. Conversations on the philosophy of debate, employing her mother, and how to vision and work towards your life are just a glimpse into this hour-packed episode. Twentysomethings, if you’re feeling lost in career direction, this is the episode for you, get ready for this one-hour interview that will leave you pumped up with the ambitious Ashley Merrill!Follow Us!Ashley Merrill: @ashley_merrillLunya &amp; Lahgo: @lunya (and website here)The Deep: @thedeep.life (and website here)Outdoor Voices: @outdoorvoices (and website here)Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

This week we chat with Ashley Merrill. As founder of Lunya and Lahgo, Ashley is reinventing sleepwear for modern women and men, respectively; both brands share a simple mission: to champion rest in people’s lives. Ashley is also cofounder of The Deep, a media platform that makes philosophy and personal exploration accessible through thought provoking questions, and the Chairwoman of Outdoor Voices.  In this episode, the pair recall Ashley’s SoCal native upbringing and the choices and obstacles throughout her twenties that brought her fortune and success later down the road. Ashley recalls the intrinsic motivation and ambition that pushed her along her path as she left law and culinary in the past and hustled her way into the world of venture capital trading income for experience. Conversations on the philosophy of debate, employing her mother, and how to vision and work towards your life are just a glimpse into this hour-packed episode.  Twentysomethings, if you’re feeling lost in career direction, this is the episode for you, get ready for this one-hour interview that will leave you pumped up with the ambitious Ashley Merrill! Follow Us!Ashley Merrill: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashley__merrill/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ashley_merrill</a>Lunya &amp; Lahgo: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lunya/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lunya</a> (and website <a href="https://lunya.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)The Deep: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedeep.life/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thedeep.life</a> (and website <a href="https://www.thedeep.life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Outdoor Voices: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/outdoorvoices/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@outdoorvoices</a> (and website <a href="https://www.outdoorvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>) Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Ashley Merrill: Founder Of Lunya And Lahgo, Co-Founder Of The Deep, And Chairwoman Of Outdoor Voices

The million dollar question, Who is Erica Wenger? This week we kick off Season 2 with an introduction to the host herself, Erica Wenger! Last season, Erica interviewed different guests each episode with a heavy focus on their lives and careers during their twenties, breaking down individual journeys to success. We’re excited to welcome this new space for a behind-the-scenes look into the life of the host herself and listen in on some of Erica’s experiences during her twenties as she navigates her way through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and venture capital. For this week’s episode, we jump back to Erica’s upbringing in Manhattan Beach and how she transformed her ambition into reality. At just twenty-four years old with startup businesses of her own in her back pocket, a podcast, and her new chapter in venture capital we finally get an inside look into the real inspiration behind this podcast. Conversations on her TEDx experience, how to manage mental health during times of hustle, and the busy lifestyle of a young entrepreneur are just a slice of some the episodes to come.Twentysomethings, mark your calendars for back to back episodes each week in Season 2 as we share a variety of episodes focused on inspiring twentysomethings everywhere.See you next Tuesday!Follow us!Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething

The million dollar question, Who is Erica Wenger? This week we kick off Season 2 with an introduction to the host herself, Erica Wenger! Last season, Erica interviewed different guests each episode with a heavy focus on their lives and careers during their twenties, breaking down individual journeys to success. We’re excited to welcome this new space for a behind-the-scenes look into the life of the host herself and listen in on some of Erica’s experiences during her twenties as she navigates her way through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and venture capital. For this week’s episode, we jump back to Erica’s upbringing in Manhattan Beach and how she transformed her ambition into reality. At just twenty-four years old with startup businesses of her own in her back pocket, a podcast, and her new chapter in venture capital we finally get an inside look into the real inspiration behind this podcast. Conversations on her TEDx experience, how to manage mental health during times of hustle, and the busy lifestyle of a young entrepreneur are just a slice of some the episodes to come.Twentysomethings, mark your calendars for back to back episodes each week in Season 2 as we share a variety of episodes focused on inspiring twentysomethings everywhere.See you next Tuesday! Follow us!Erica Wenger: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erica_wenger/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erica_wenger</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Season 2 Premiere: What to Expect & Meet the Host

Welcome to Season 2 of Dear Twentysomething! The Dear Twentysomething podcast started because we wanted to create a space for ambitious and curious twentysomethings to connect with the successful changemakers they most look up to.A bit about me (your host!)... I'm Erica Wenger, a twentysomething entrepreneur and investor, and I'm so grateful for this badass community of twentysomethings who are here to get knowledge and be inspired! While the twenties can be a time full of questions and doubts, we’re here to humanize the whole thing. Sometimes you’ll hear from successful trailblazers who come on to share the highs and lows of their 20s, and other times you’ll hear words of wisdom from experts who will speak on a topic relevant for twentysomethings. And then on occasion, it’ll just be me on the mic hosting an episode where I share a recent reflection or story from my own life as I too am navigating this wild decade. Thank you for being here!Follow us!instagram.com/deartwentysomethingEmail us!deartwentysomethingpod@gmail.com//Royalty Free Music from Bensound

Welcome to Season 2 of Dear Twentysomething! The Dear Twentysomething podcast started because we wanted to create a space for ambitious and curious twentysomethings to connect with the successful changemakers they most look up to.A bit about me (your host!)... I'm Erica Wenger, a twentysomething entrepreneur and investor, and I'm so grateful for this badass community of twentysomethings who are here to get knowledge and be inspired! While the twenties can be a time full of questions and doubts, we’re here to humanize the whole thing. Sometimes you’ll hear from successful trailblazers who come on to share the highs and lows of their 20s, and other times you’ll hear words of wisdom from experts who will speak on a topic relevant for twentysomethings. And then on occasion, it’ll just be me on the mic hosting an episode where I share a recent reflection or story from my own life as I too am navigating this wild decade. Thank you for being here! Follow us!<a href="http://instagram.com/deartwentysomething" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/deartwentysomething</a>Email us!deartwentysomethingpod@gmail.com//Royalty Free Music from Bensound

Welcome to Season 2 of Dear Twentysomething!

Sarah Moret

This week we chat with Sarah Moret. Sarah is the founder and CEO of Curie, a personal care brand that makes safe and clean body basics that "do their damn job." Like most good ideas, Curie was born out of a personal need and eliminates the struggle to find natural personal-care products that were both non-toxic AND effective. Sarah bootstrapped the brand on $12k savings, and within six months Curie was hitting six-figure revenues with zero marketing budget; ultimately growing the brand from one cult-favorite natural deodorant to a staple purchase sold in stores nationwide. In this episode, the pair reveals Sarah’s journey to entrepreneurship and the detailed preparation that went into the “Shark Tank” debut that launched Curie into the public eye. Sarah recalls her hustle into the world of venture capital and the experiences that ultimately kick-started her career. The passion and hustle embedded in her journey to Curie are but two key ingredients for Sarah's recipe to a successful business. Conversations on the rarity of safe AND effective body products, the hidden blessing of rejection, and the complex preparation behind seemingly effortless branding are just a glimpse into this episode. Twentysomethings, if you’ve ever considered starting a business of your own, get ready for this one-hour interview that will leave you wanting more with the inspiring Sarah Moret!Follow us!Sarah Moret: @sarahjmoretCurie: @curiebod and (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething 

This week we chat with Sarah Moret. Sarah is the founder and CEO of Curie, a personal care brand that makes safe and clean body basics that "do their damn job." Like most good ideas, Curie was born out of a personal need and eliminates the struggle to find natural personal-care products that were both non-toxic AND effective. Sarah bootstrapped the brand on $12k savings, and within six months Curie was hitting six-figure revenues with zero marketing budget; ultimately growing the brand from one cult-favorite natural deodorant to a staple purchase sold in stores nationwide. In this episode, the pair reveals Sarah’s journey to entrepreneurship and the detailed preparation that went into the “Shark Tank” debut that launched Curie into the public eye. Sarah recalls her hustle into the world of venture capital and the experiences that ultimately kick-started her career. The passion and hustle embedded in her journey to Curie are but two key ingredients for Sarah's recipe to a successful business. Conversations on the rarity of safe AND effective body products, the hidden blessing of rejection, and the complex preparation behind seemingly effortless branding are just a glimpse into this episode. Twentysomethings, if you’ve ever considered starting a business of your own, get ready for this one-hour interview that will leave you wanting more with the inspiring Sarah Moret! Follow us!Sarah Moret: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahjmoret/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sarahjmoret</a>Curie: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/curiebod/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@curiebod</a> and (and website <a href="https://curiebod.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a>

Sarah Moret: Founder & CEO of Curie

The Dear Twentysomething podcast started because we wanted to create a space for ambitious and curious twentysomethings to connect with the successful changemakers they most look up to.A bit about me (your host!)... I'm Erica Wenger, a twentysomething entrepreneur and investor, and I'm so grateful for this badass community of twentysomethings who are here to get knowledge and be inspired! While the twenties can be a time full of questions and doubts, we’re here to humanize the whole thing. Sometimes you’ll hear from successful trailblazers who come on to share the highs and lows of their 20s, and other times you’ll hear words of wisdom from experts who will speak on a topic relevant for twentysomethings. And then on occasion, it’ll just be me on the mic hosting an episode where I share a recent reflection or story from my own life as I too am navigating this wild decade. Thank you for being here!Podcasts released every TUESDAY.

Kara Goldin

This week we chat with Kara Goldin. Kara is the Founder &amp; CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. Navigating the world of large companies and startups in many industries including media, tech and consumer products, Kara found success in the world of entrepreneurship. Listed as The Huffington Post’s one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, Kara established her space in the realm of business.In this episode, the pair backtrack Kara’s climb to success and reveal the highly anticipated secrets to a powerful startup. Conversation of house-painting business inspiration, coffee with the pioneers of tech, and the bay area tech hustle are but the tip of the iceberg covering Kara’s vast journey to entrepreneurship. The two breakdown the necessities to staying the path and pursuing a passion in just one hour! Kara takes us behind the scenes of working side by side with the pioneers of E-commerce and tech media as she strived to carve the path for the industry we all know today. A now active speaker &amp; writer, Kara currently hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interviews founders, entrepreneurs, and other disruptors across various industries. From tech, to beverage, to books, the pair cover it all in this week’s episode! Twentysomethings, make sure your AirPods are charged for this one-hour interview with one of the most recognized businesswomen of our time, Kara Goldin! Follow us!Kara Goldin: @karagoldinHint: @hint (and website here)The Kara Goldin Show: Apple Podcasts here and Spotify Podcasts hereDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Kara Goldin. Kara is the Founder &amp; CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. Navigating the world of large companies and startups in many industries including media, tech and consumer products, Kara found success in the world of entrepreneurship. Listed as The Huffington Post’s one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, Kara established her space in the realm of business.In this episode, the pair backtrack Kara’s climb to success and reveal the highly anticipated secrets to a powerful startup. Conversation of house-painting business inspiration, coffee with the pioneers of tech, and the bay area tech hustle are but the tip of the iceberg covering Kara’s vast journey to entrepreneurship. The two breakdown the necessities to staying the path and pursuing a passion in just one hour! Kara takes us behind the scenes of working side by side with the pioneers of E-commerce and tech media as she strived to carve the path for the industry we all know today. A now active speaker &amp; writer, Kara currently hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interviews founders, entrepreneurs, and other disruptors across various industries. From tech, to beverage, to books, the pair cover it all in this week’s episode! Twentysomethings, make sure your AirPods are charged for this one-hour interview with one of the most recognized businesswomen of our time, Kara Goldin!  Follow us!Kara Goldin: <a href="https://instagram.com/karagoldin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@karagoldin</a>Hint: <a href="https://instagram.com/hint" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@hint</a> (and website <a href="drinkhint.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)The Kara Goldin Show: Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kara-goldin-show/id1327208777" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and Spotify Podcasts <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6MNK5JSgmQcGgeI77MwMJS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Kara Goldin: Founder & CEO Hint, Inc (best known for Hint Water)

Moj Mahdara

This week we chat with Moj Mahdara. You might know her best as the Co-Founder and Former-CEO of Beautycon, the globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Moj Mahdara’s expertise in the beauty, wellness, and CPG market formed the brains behind the driving brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, launching the brand globally; where her strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce built the community empire we all know and love over the past 5 years. In this episode, the pair reveal a lot of the “unknown” about Moj; piecing together the mosaic of her journey to a successful marketing career building from her foundation of childhood immigration, trauma, and alienation. Conversation of survival strategy in early twenties, the future of cryptocurrency, and the stigmatized nature of mental health are only the beginning. The two create the space for a call to action towards the mental health crisis, leaving behind a trail of compassion and wisdom. As a now active investor and working on her first book, Moj focuses on bringing the industry together via Beauty United.org. Twentysomethings, you won’t want to miss this episode with the resilient Moj Mahdara, as she reveals the character development that drove her towards a life she once only dreamt of and a business that connects and inspires thousands.Follow us!Moj Mahdara: @mojBeautycon: @beautycon and (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Moj Mahdara. You might know her best as the Co-Founder and Former-CEO of Beautycon, the globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Moj Mahdara’s expertise in the beauty, wellness, and CPG market formed the brains behind the driving brand vision for Beautycon and its growth initiatives, launching the brand globally; where her strategic media partnerships, content development, market intelligence, and e-commerce built the community empire we all know and love over the past 5 years. In this episode, the pair reveal a lot of the “unknown” about Moj; piecing together the mosaic of her journey to a successful marketing career building from her foundation of childhood immigration, trauma, and alienation. Conversation of survival strategy in early twenties, the future of cryptocurrency, and the stigmatized nature of mental health are only the beginning. The two create the space for a call to action towards the mental health crisis, leaving behind a trail of compassion and wisdom. As a now active investor and working on her first book, Moj focuses on bringing the industry together via Beauty <a href="http://United.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">United.org</a>. Twentysomethings, you won’t want to miss this episode with the resilient Moj Mahdara, as she reveals the character development that drove her towards a life she once only dreamt of and a business that connects and inspires thousands. Follow us!Moj Mahdara: <a href="https://instagram.com/moj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@moj</a>Beautycon: <a href="https://instagram.com/beautycon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@beautycon</a> and (and website <a href="https://beautycon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Moj Mahdara: Co-Founder & Former CEO of Beautycon

Alli Webb

This week we chat with Alli Webb. You probably know Alli best as the co-founder of Drybar, the whimsical salon that made blowouts as accessible and budget-friendly as your favorite skinny vanilla latte. The pair shuffles through memories of Alli’s twenties as she supplemented college for a life in New York City and navigated her way through different job opportunities. Conversations on failed interviews, walking dogs down Madison Avenue, and raising two kids are just a glimpse into this week’s episode. Fueled by a determination to manage her curly hair and a passion for exploration in her twenties, Alli discloses her secrets to success in the beauty industry. Yes, she’s an extremely successful entrepreneur and investor. But yes, she’s also just like you—a woman who survived a public divorce and found love on the other side. A mom who bravely and full heartedly sent her son to rehab. A person who loves to give back and finds value in not only how well her ventures do, but how they make people feel—how she makes people feel.Twentysomethings, get ready for an hour with the ambitious Alli Webb, as she reveals the inspiration and drive behind a simple start-up business that transformed into the Drybar empire.Follow us!Alli Webb: @alliwebbDrybar: @thedrybar (and website here)Squeeze: @squeeze (and website here)Okay Humans: @okayhumans (and website here)Beckett + Quill: @beckettandquill (and website here)Canopy: @get.canopy (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Alli Webb. You probably know Alli best as the co-founder of Drybar, the whimsical salon that made blowouts as accessible and budget-friendly as your favorite skinny vanilla latte. The pair shuffles through memories of Alli’s twenties as she supplemented college for a life in New York City and navigated her way through different job opportunities. Conversations on failed interviews, walking dogs down Madison Avenue, and raising two kids are just a glimpse into this week’s episode. Fueled by a determination to manage her curly hair and a passion for exploration in her twenties, Alli discloses her secrets to success in the beauty industry. Yes, she’s an extremely successful entrepreneur and investor. But yes, she’s also just like you—a woman who survived a public divorce and found love on the other side. A mom who bravely and full heartedly sent her son to rehab. A person who loves to give back and finds value in not only how well her ventures do, but how they make people feel—how she makes people feel.Twentysomethings, get ready for an hour with the ambitious Alli Webb, as she reveals the inspiration and drive behind a simple start-up business that transformed into the Drybar empire. Follow us!Alli Webb: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alliwebb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@alliwebb</a>Drybar: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedrybar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thedrybar</a> (and website <a href="https://www.drybar.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Squeeze: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/squeeze" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@squeeze</a> (and website <a href="https://www.squeezemassage.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Okay Humans: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/okayhumans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@okayhumans</a> (and website <a href="https://www.okayhumans.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Beckett + Quill: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beckettandquill" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@beckettandquill</a> (and website <a href="https://www.becketandquill.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Canopy: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/get.canopy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@get.canopy</a> (and website <a href="https://getcanopy.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Alli Webb: Founder of Drybar, Squeeze, Okay Humans, & Beckett + Quill, President at Canopy

Melissa Rivers

This week we chat with Melissa Rivers. New York Times bestselling author and award-winning producer, Melissa Rivers is an entertainment journalist and correspondent, an equestrian, an Ivy League graduate, an accomplished public speaker and an animal advocate. While her professional achievements are plentiful, it is her role as a single parent to her son Cooper that Melissa calls her greatest accomplishment.As co-creator, executive producer and co-host of E!’s wildly successful “Fashion Police,” Melissa shared with viewers her candor, quick wit and meticulous eye for fashion, which she honed throughout her years covering the Red Carpet. Melissa also starred opposite her mother, Joan Rivers, during four seasons of WEtv’s hit reality series, “Joan &amp; Melissa: Joan Knows Best?”Melissa remains an in-demand speaker and lecturer, and is the New York Times bestselling author of both “Joan Rivers Confidential: The Unseen Scrapbooks, Joke Cards, Personal Files, and Photos of a Very Funny Woman Who Kept Everything”, released in 2017, and "The Book of Joan: Tales of Mirth, Mischief, and Manipulation", which debuted in 2015.Melissa continues to co-manage the “Joan Rivers Classics Collection” on QVC with business partner David Dangle, as well as develop the myriad projects she and her mother created together.A philanthropist and an advocate, Melissa ardently supports a number of charitable causes including PETA, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, the Entertainment Industries Council, Our House Grief Support Center, and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services. Melissa has received distinguished accolades and awards from both Our House and Didi Hirsh Mental Health Services for her openness in discussing the suicide of her father, Edgar Rosenberg, and for addressing with honesty, dignity and respect, the subjects of death and grieving. Follow us!Melissa Rivers: @melissariversPre-order Melissa's NEW book"Lies My Mother Told Me: Tall Tales from a Short Woman", releasing April 12, 2022: Website hereMelissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast: Apple Podcasts hereDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Melissa Rivers. New York Times bestselling author and award-winning producer, Melissa Rivers is an entertainment journalist and correspondent, an equestrian, an Ivy League graduate, an accomplished public speaker and an animal advocate. While her professional achievements are plentiful, it is her role as a single parent to her son Cooper that Melissa calls her greatest accomplishment.As co-creator, executive producer and co-host of E!’s wildly successful “Fashion Police,” Melissa shared with viewers her candor, quick wit and meticulous eye for fashion, which she honed throughout her years covering the Red Carpet. Melissa also starred opposite her mother, Joan Rivers, during four seasons of WEtv’s hit reality series, “Joan &amp; Melissa: Joan Knows Best?”Melissa remains an in-demand speaker and lecturer, and is the New York Times bestselling author of both “Joan Rivers Confidential: The Unseen Scrapbooks, Joke Cards, Personal Files, and Photos of a Very Funny Woman Who Kept Everything”, released in 2017, and "The Book of Joan: Tales of Mirth, Mischief, and Manipulation", which debuted in 2015.Melissa continues to co-manage the “Joan Rivers Classics Collection” on QVC with business partner David Dangle, as well as develop the myriad projects she and her mother created together.A philanthropist and an advocate, Melissa ardently supports a number of charitable causes including PETA, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, the Entertainment Industries Council, Our House Grief Support Center, and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services. Melissa has received distinguished accolades and awards from both Our House and Didi Hirsh Mental Health Services for her openness in discussing the suicide of her father, Edgar Rosenberg, and for addressing with honesty, dignity and respect, the subjects of death and grieving. Follow us!Melissa Rivers: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissariversofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@melissarivers</a>Pre-order Melissa's NEW book"Lies My Mother Told Me: Tall Tales from a Short Woman", releasing April 12, 2022: Website <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lies-My-Mother-Told-Me/dp/1642937401" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast: Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melissa-rivers-group-text-podcast/id1480914661" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Melissa Rivers: TV Personality, Host, Producer, & NYT Bestselling Author

Karen Cahn

This week we chat with Karen Cahn. Karen is the Founder &amp; CEO of IFundWomen, the world’s largest funding marketplace for women-owned businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching, and connections all designed to launch and grow profitable, sustainable businesses. Since founding IFundWomen, thousands of women-owned companies, who started their businesses on the IFundWomen platform, have raised over $135M in early-stage capital and have created over 30,000 jobs helping to fuel the startup and small business economy. Named to Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 Female Founders of 2020, and The City and State of New York’s Most Responsible CEOs of 2020, Karen is a true pioneer in tech and media. Karen was an early Google Intrapreneur, spending 10 years leading sales teams in search, display, and video. Most notably, in 2006, Karen started the Branded Entertainment business at YouTube by making powerful and substantive connections between big, global brands and creators, resulting in the creation of the first native video ad experiences that helped creators make exponentially more money from their YouTube videos. Karen then went on to spend three years at Aol where she started Aol’s female creative economy in video by funding and monetizing dozens of women-produced, premium-quality video series, resulting in Aol nabbing its first-ever Emmy nod. Follow us!Karen Cahn: @karencahniFundWomen: @iFundWomen and (and website here)iFundWomen Show Podcast: Apple Podcasts here and Spotify Podcasts hereDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Karen Cahn. Karen is the Founder &amp; CEO of IFundWomen, the world’s largest funding marketplace for women-owned businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching, and connections all designed to launch and grow profitable, sustainable businesses. Since founding IFundWomen, thousands of women-owned companies, who started their businesses on the IFundWomen platform, have raised over $135M in early-stage capital and have created over 30,000 jobs helping to fuel the startup and small business economy. Named to Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 Female Founders of 2020, and The City and State of New York’s Most Responsible CEOs of 2020, Karen is a true pioneer in tech and media. Karen was an early Google Intrapreneur, spending 10 years leading sales teams in search, display, and video. Most notably, in 2006, Karen started the Branded Entertainment business at YouTube by making powerful and substantive connections between big, global brands and creators, resulting in the creation of the first native video ad experiences that helped creators make exponentially more money from their YouTube videos. Karen then went on to spend three years at Aol where she started Aol’s female creative economy in video by funding and monetizing dozens of women-produced, premium-quality video series, resulting in Aol nabbing its first-ever Emmy nod.  Follow us!Karen Cahn: <a href="https://instagram.com/karencahn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@karencahn</a>iFundWomen: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ifundwomen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@iFundWomen</a> and (and website <a href="https://ifundwomen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)iFundWomen Show Podcast: Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ifundwomen-show/id1557630271" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and Spotify Podcasts <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/763MxGwlfELdqF0hqtEKOX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Karen Cahn: Founder & CEO of iFundWomen

Stacey Stewart

This week we chat with Stacey Stewart. Stacey is the President and CEO of March of Dimes and is currently serving as its fifth President. She heads the organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies and is responsible for all aspects of the organization's strategy, vision and operations.Stacey came to March of Dimes from United Way Worldwide, where she held several positions, most recently serving as U.S. President of United Way, the nation's largest nonprofit organization. There she provided strategic direction for more than 1,000 local United Ways. She was also responsible for United Way's national efforts in education, financial stability and health as well as guiding efforts to enhance the brand and grow revenue. She spearheaded the transformation of United Way from a pass-through fundraiser to a leading organization for local community impact. Prior to becoming the United Way U.S. President, she served as Executive Vice President, Community Impact Leadership and Learning. In this role, Stacey developed global partnerships to advance community impact in more than 40 countries.As a business veteran, Stacey has also held a number of senior roles, including Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Vice President for the Office of Community and Charitable Giving at Fannie Mae, as well as President and Chief Executive Officer for the Fannie Mae Foundation. Additionally, Stacey has an extensive background in finance and investment banking, having served as Vice President for Pryor, McClendon, Counts &amp; Co., and as a senior associate for Merrill Lynch, specializing in financings for state and local governments.Follow us!Stacey Stewart: @marchofdimesceoMarch of Dimes: @marchofdimes (and website here)March for Babies: Website hereDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Stacey Stewart. Stacey is the President and CEO of March of Dimes and is currently serving as its fifth President. She heads the organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies and is responsible for all aspects of the organization's strategy, vision and operations.Stacey came to March of Dimes from United Way Worldwide, where she held several positions, most recently serving as U.S. President of United Way, the nation's largest nonprofit organization. There she provided strategic direction for more than 1,000 local United Ways. She was also responsible for United Way's national efforts in education, financial stability and health as well as guiding efforts to enhance the brand and grow revenue. She spearheaded the transformation of United Way from a pass-through fundraiser to a leading organization for local community impact. Prior to becoming the United Way U.S. President, she served as Executive Vice President, Community Impact Leadership and Learning. In this role, Stacey developed global partnerships to advance community impact in more than 40 countries.As a business veteran, Stacey has also held a number of senior roles, including Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Vice President for the Office of Community and Charitable Giving at Fannie Mae, as well as President and Chief Executive Officer for the Fannie Mae Foundation. Additionally, Stacey has an extensive background in finance and investment banking, having served as Vice President for Pryor, McClendon, Counts &amp; Co., and as a senior associate for Merrill Lynch, specializing in financings for state and local governments. Follow us!Stacey Stewart: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marchofdimesCEO/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@marchofdimesceo</a>March of Dimes: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marchofdimes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@marchofdimes</a> (and website <a href="https://www.marchofdimes.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)March for Babies: Website <a href="https://marchforbabies.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Stacey Stewart: President & CEO of March of Dimes

Kelly Rutherford

This week we chat with Kelly Rutherford. Kelly Rutherford is a mother, actress, and entrepreneur. You may know her as Megan Lewis from soap opera Melrose Place or from Gossip Girl where she played the iconic role of Lily van der Woodsen. After decades in the entertainment industry, Kelly has more recently entered the world of entrepreneurship.Kelly is currently the co-founder of two business: Sovereign Collective and Whyzzer. Sovereign Collective is a global shopping website where go-to partner for businesses abroad to scale and be discovered. Their mission is to help brands abroad reach a greater audience, tell the stories behind the world's best creators, and make scaling easy, efficient, and meaningful.Kelly's other venture, Whyzzer, is building a creator-focused app centered on educating its users. Their mission is to create the education of tomorrow, building a globally available database of knowledge, experience and expertise. They are still in the early stages, but Kelly gives a sneak peek to our listeners in the episode.Follow us!Kelly Rutherford: @kellyrutherfordSovereign Collective: @shopsovereigncollective (and website here)Whyzzer: @whyzzer (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Kelly Rutherford. Kelly Rutherford is a mother, actress, and entrepreneur. You may know her as Megan Lewis from soap opera Melrose Place or from Gossip Girl where she played the iconic role of Lily van der Woodsen. After decades in the entertainment industry, Kelly has more recently entered the world of entrepreneurship.Kelly is currently the co-founder of two business: Sovereign Collective and Whyzzer. Sovereign Collective is a global shopping website where go-to partner for businesses abroad to scale and be discovered. Their mission is to help brands abroad reach a greater audience, tell the stories behind the world's best creators, and make scaling easy, efficient, and meaningful.Kelly's other venture, Whyzzer, is building a creator-focused app centered on educating its users. Their mission is to create the education of tomorrow, building a globally available database of knowledge, experience and expertise. They are still in the early stages, but Kelly gives a sneak peek to our listeners in the episode. Follow us!Kelly Rutherford: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyrutherford/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyrutherford</a>Sovereign Collective: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopsovereigncollective/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@shopsovereigncollective</a> (and website <a href="https://shopsovereigncollective.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Whyzzer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whyzzer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@whyzzer</a> (and website <a href="https://www.whyzzer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Kelly Rutherford: Actress and Founder of Sovereign Collective & Whyzzer

Taylor Frankel

This week we chat with Taylor Frankel. Taylor Frankel is one of the savvy, female founders of NUDESTIX and NUDESKIN. Embodying the easy-going ideals of the millennial generation, Taylor was the natural inspiration to her mother, Jenny Frankel, who developed the brand. Growing up surrounded by beauty, Taylor believes beauty is a lifestyle. She was always drawn to the industry and created NUDESTIX for a minimalist,natural and no-fuss look and most recently, she launched NUDESKIN to provide a simple, multi-tasking vegan powered skincare regimen for a confident, nude-faced look. Taylor actively serves as the Chief Brand Officer and brand spokesperson for the brand. She oversees the overall brand vision and creative for both the NUDESTIX and NUDESKIN teams and continues to inspire through her efforts to advocate for Love Is Louder, a movement by The Jed Foundation in support of Mental Health Awareness, The Canopy Project and WWF in support of the environment and wildlife, and Beauty Be Change in support of spotlighting under-represented artists and content creators in the beauty industry.With a deep understanding and aptitude for social media, Taylor drives the brand and creates loyalists wherever she goes. Taylor was featured in Nylon’s 25 Gen Z’ers Changing the World, served as a contributor for PopSugar, featured on QVC and is an ongoing host for media and consumer facing masterclasses in support of Nudestix global retailers, from Sephora, Nordstrom and Selfridges.Follow us!Taylor Frankel: @taylorfrankelNUDESTIX: @nudestix (and website here)NUDESKIN: @nudestixskin (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Taylor Frankel. Taylor Frankel is one of the savvy, female founders of NUDESTIX and NUDESKIN. Embodying the easy-going ideals of the millennial generation, Taylor was the natural inspiration to her mother, Jenny Frankel, who developed the brand. Growing up surrounded by beauty, Taylor believes beauty is a lifestyle. She was always drawn to the industry and created NUDESTIX for a minimalist,natural and no-fuss look and most recently, she launched NUDESKIN to provide a simple, multi-tasking vegan powered skincare regimen for a confident, nude-faced look. Taylor actively serves as the Chief Brand Officer and brand spokesperson for the brand. She oversees the overall brand vision and creative for both the NUDESTIX and NUDESKIN teams and continues to inspire through her efforts to advocate for Love Is Louder, a movement by The Jed Foundation in support of Mental Health Awareness, The Canopy Project and WWF in support of the environment and wildlife, and Beauty Be Change in support of spotlighting under-represented artists and content creators in the beauty industry.With a deep understanding and aptitude for social media, Taylor drives the brand and creates loyalists wherever she goes. Taylor was featured in Nylon’s 25 Gen Z’ers Changing the World, served as a contributor for PopSugar, featured on QVC and is an ongoing host for media and consumer facing masterclasses in support of Nudestix global retailers, from Sephora, Nordstrom and Selfridges. Follow us!Taylor Frankel: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/taylor_frankel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@taylorfrankel</a>NUDESTIX: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nudestix/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@nudestix</a> (and website <a href="https://www.nudestix.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)NUDESKIN: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nudestixskin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@nudestixskin</a> (and website <a href="https://www.nudestix.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Taylor Frankel: Founder of NUDESTIX & NUDESKIN

Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton

This week we chat with Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton. Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton is a second generation Colombian-American who grew up watching her mother treat patients in her cosmetology spas in Queens and Manhattan not knowing one day she would reflect on that experience to launch a new self care movement.After recognizing the lack of affordable, aspirational spa services in NYC, Cyndi, along with her husband and a team of partners, opened Chillhouse with a goal to modernize the spa industry and become an authority in self-care. Cyndi mainly noticed a gap between the more antiquated, traditional spas and the on-the-go, modern millennial, fueling her Chillhouse empire and earning her the title: Queen of Chill.In creating Chillhouse, the team sought out to provide easy, attainably-priced, tried &amp; true services to stressed out New Yorkers in a modern setting, ensuring Chillhouse was a place with something for everyone. Chillhouse has grown into a shining example of what a new-age spa can be, with the mission of easing you into the deepest form of self-care through trendy, updated services and a wellness cafe. Chillhouse's concept resonated widely, making it the go-to online &amp; physical destination to FIND YOUR CHILL™. Along with its chic Soho flagship, Chillhouse creates self-care rituals for chill-seekers everywhere through their line of clean beauty and wellness products - including press-on nails, face &amp; body oils, candles and more - aimed at maximizing your “me time.”Follow us!Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton: @cyndiramirez (and on Fireside here)Chillhouse: @chillhouse (and website here, The Chill Times here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton. Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton is a second generation Colombian-American who grew up watching her mother treat patients in her cosmetology spas in Queens and Manhattan not knowing one day she would reflect on that experience to launch a new self care movement.After recognizing the lack of affordable, aspirational spa services in NYC, Cyndi, along with her husband and a team of partners, opened Chillhouse with a goal to modernize the spa industry and become an authority in self-care. Cyndi mainly noticed a gap between the more antiquated, traditional spas and the on-the-go, modern millennial, fueling her Chillhouse empire and earning her the title: Queen of Chill.In creating Chillhouse, the team sought out to provide easy, attainably-priced, tried &amp; true services to stressed out New Yorkers in a modern setting, ensuring Chillhouse was a place with something for everyone. Chillhouse has grown into a shining example of what a new-age spa can be, with the mission of easing you into the deepest form of self-care through trendy, updated services and a wellness cafe. Chillhouse's concept resonated widely, making it the go-to online &amp; physical destination to FIND YOUR CHILL™. Along with its chic Soho flagship, Chillhouse creates self-care rituals for chill-seekers everywhere through their line of clean beauty and wellness products - including press-on nails, face &amp; body oils, candles and more - aimed at maximizing your “me time.” Follow us!Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cyndiramirez/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@cyndiramirez</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/cyndiramirez" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Chillhouse: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chillhouse/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@chillhouse</a> (and website <a href="https://chillhouse.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>, The Chill Times <a href="https://thechilltimes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton: Founder & CEO of Chillhouse

Erin Levine

This week we chat with Erin Levine. Erin Levine is a California-based attorney specializing in Family Law since 2005. Erin was an undergraduate student at the University of California in Santa Barbara and attended law school at the University of San Francisco. After owning and managing the Levine Family Law Group in Oakland, CA for over a decade, Erin became disillusioned with the broken, inefficient and expensive system and set out to change it. In 2018, she founded the online platform Hello Divorce. Hello Divorce was created to help people navigate the divorce process on their terms, quickly and affordably with less stress. Its services are currently available in California, Utah, Colorado, and Texas with plans for immediate expansion into additional states in 2021. As Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin’s goal is to provide everyone who wants a divorce access to easy, affordable, and ethical legal assistance. Her passion and approach to family law has been guided by her own experience with the legal system. As a child, Erin was the victim of violence and as a teen, she was the plaintiff in a civil action and a witness in a criminal action. It was stressful, intimidating, and confusing and Erin was determined to not let anyone else feel that way. Her goal is to leave clients ready to embark on a fresh start and feeling empowered.Erin has been recognized by James I. Keane Memorial Award for Excellence in eLawyering, Women Founders Network, American Bar Association “Women in LegalTech”, and the Duke Law &amp; Tech Accelerator’s Grand Prize Winner to name a few. And featured in publications such as; Vice, TechCrunch, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Women’s Health.Follow us!Erin Levine: @erinlevine (and on Fireside here)Hello Divorce: @hellodivorce (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)

This week we chat with Erin Levine. Erin Levine is a California-based attorney specializing in Family Law since 2005. Erin was an undergraduate student at the University of California in Santa Barbara and attended law school at the University of San Francisco. After owning and managing the Levine Family Law Group in Oakland, CA for over a decade, Erin became disillusioned with the broken, inefficient and expensive system and set out to change it. In 2018, she founded the online platform Hello Divorce. Hello Divorce was created to help people navigate the divorce process on their terms, quickly and affordably with less stress. Its services are currently available in California, Utah, Colorado, and Texas with plans for immediate expansion into additional states in 2021. As Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin’s goal is to provide everyone who wants a divorce access to easy, affordable, and ethical legal assistance. Her passion and approach to family law has been guided by her own experience with the legal system. As a child, Erin was the victim of violence and as a teen, she was the plaintiff in a civil action and a witness in a criminal action. It was stressful, intimidating, and confusing and Erin was determined to not let anyone else feel that way. Her goal is to leave clients ready to embark on a fresh start and feeling empowered.Erin has been recognized by James I. Keane Memorial Award for Excellence in eLawyering, Women Founders Network, American Bar Association “Women in LegalTech”, and the Duke Law &amp; Tech Accelerator’s Grand Prize Winner to name a few. And featured in publications such as; Vice, TechCrunch, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Women’s Health. Follow us!Erin Levine: <a href="https://instagram.com/erinlevinepace" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@erinlevine</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/erinlevine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Hello Divorce: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellodivorce/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@hellodivorce</a> (and website <a href="https://hellodivorce.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)Dear Twentysomething: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deartwentysomething/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@deartwentysomething</a> (and on Fireside <a href="https://firesidechat.com/ericawenger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>)

Erin Levine: Founder & CEO of Hello Divorce

The Dear Twentysomething podcast started because we wanted to create a space for ambitious and curious twentysomethings to connect with the successful changemakers they most look up to.A bit about me (your host!)... I'm Erica Wenger, a twentysomething entrepreneur and investor, and I'm so grateful for this badass community of twentysomethings who are here to get knowledge and be inspired! While the twenties can be a time full of questions and doubts, we’re here to humanize the whole thing. Sometimes you’ll hear from successful trailblazers who come on to share the highs and lows of their 20s, and other times you’ll hear words of wisdom from experts who will speak on a topic relevant for twentysomethings. And then on occasion, it’ll just be me on the mic hosting an episode where I share a recent reflection or story from my own life as I too am navigating this wild decade. Thank you for being here!Podcasts released every TUESDAY.

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