Today, Janelle Burgess, Head of Talent and Brand at Amazon, The Drop talks about her amazing retail and merchandising career. Janelle's luxury and mass retail experience have led her to be a driver of innovative technology-centric programs blending the massive worlds of fashion/retail and tech. Janelle encourages us to embrace change and take the risk.  Follow Janelle on LinkedIn at Janelle Burgess. 

Today, Janelle Burgess, Head of Talent and Brand at Amazon, The Drop talks about her amazing retail and merchandising career. Janelle's luxury and mass retail experience have led her to be a driver of innovative technology-centric programs blending the massive worlds of fashion/retail and tech. Janelle encourages us to embrace change and take the risk. Follow Janelle on LinkedIn at Janelle Burgess.

Episode 12: Meet Janelle Burgess from Amazon

Today Sonia Spinks, Sr. Director Merchandise Operations - Walmart Beauty talks about her experience in building products from her work in the telecom industry to Sam's Club and now Walmart. She notes the importance of being a critical thinker and problem solver especially when working in replenishment at an organization with the largest supply chain in the world. Sonia reminds us that nothing is constant, there's always change and we need to be ready. Remember to follow Sonia Spinks at: IG: @rockstarcareermom email: sonia@rockstarcareermom.com

Today Sonia Spinks, Sr. Director Merchandise Operations - Walmart Beauty talks about her experience in building products from her work in the telecom industry to Sam's Club and now Walmart. She notes the importance of being a critical thinker and problem solver especially when working in replenishment at an organization with the largest supply chain in the world. Sonia reminds us that nothing is constant, there's always change and we need to be ready. Remember to follow Sonia Spinks at: IG: @rockstarcareermom email: sonia@rockstarcareermom.com

Episode 11: Meet Sonia Spinks from Walmart

​​Today Warren Satchell talks about his illustrious career working in the very important tech space of the fashion industry. Warren stresses the importance of always being open to a new opportunity, and being a risk taker. He also mentions one key word that really culminates his experience, “Curiosity” or being “Curious” something we often forget. Warren can be reached on LinkedIn @ Warren Satchell and on Instagram @Warren.Satchell.

​​Today Warren Satchell talks about his illustrious career working in the very important tech space of the fashion industry. Warren stresses the importance of always being open to a new opportunity, and being a risk taker. He also mentions one key word that really culminates his experience, “Curiosity” or being “Curious” something we often forget. Warren can be reached on LinkedIn @ Warren Satchell and on Instagram @Warren.Satchell.

Episode 10: Meet Warren Satchell Fashion & Tech Executive

Today luxury expert Sade DeSouza, Team Manager for Louis Vuitton talks about her experience in a very important segment of the industry, Retail Management.   She gives key tips on skills such as connecting with the clientele, taking the time to get to know the team, listening, and managing up. Sade also reminds us to be life long learners. You can follow Sade on LinkedIn @ Sade DeSouza.

Today luxury expert Sade DeSouza, Team Manager for Louis Vuitton talks about her experience in a very important segment of the industry, Retail Management.   She gives key tips on skills such as connecting with the clientele, taking the time to get to know the team, listening, and managing up. Sade also reminds us to be life long learners. You can follow Sade on LinkedIn @ Sade DeSouza.

Episode 9: Meet Sade DeSouza from Louis Vuitton

Ralph Lauren

Today Loren Ojugbana, VP, Direct to Consumer (DTC) North America Channel Trading for Ralph Lauren shares his experience of connecting the analytical/planning side of the business with the creative. He stresses the importance of advocating for yourself early….let people know what you want to do with your career. Lo lets us know that building relationships within the four walls of the company you work for is great but stretching yourself outside of it can make you even stronger. Remember to follow Loren Ojugbana: LinkedIn: Loren Ojugbana

Today Loren Ojugbana, VP, Direct to Consumer (DTC) North America Channel Trading for Ralph Lauren shares his experience of connecting the analytical/planning side of the business with the creative. He stresses the importance of advocating for yourself early….let people know what you want to do with your career. Lo lets us know that building relationships within the four walls of the company you work for is great but stretching yourself outside of it can make you even stronger. Remember to follow Loren Ojugbana: LinkedIn: Loren Ojugbana

Episode 8: Meet Loren Ojugbana from Ralph Lauren

Tommy Hilfiger

Today Shawuan Johnson, EVP of Merchandising for Tommy Hilfiger Company Stores, North America talks about her experience in connecting business with her love for fashion. She notes no day in the industry is ever the same and as a major decision maker she tackles everything from merchandising to finance to marketing, and supply chain. Shawuan also lets us know that while it's important to make the connection it's equally important to make an impression. Remember to follow Shawuan Johnson at: LinkedIn: Shawuan Johnson IG: @Shawuan

Today Shawuan Johnson, EVP of Merchandising for Tommy Hilfiger Company Stores, North America talks about her experience in connecting business with her love for fashion. She notes no day in the industry is ever the same and as a major decision maker she tackles everything from merchandising to finance to marketing, and supply chain. Shawuan also lets us know that while it's important to make the connection it's equally important to make an impression. Remember to follow Shawuan Johnson at: LinkedIn: Shawuan Johnson IG: @Shawuan

Episode 7: Meet Shawuan Johnson from Tommy Hilfiger

Today we speak to Marcus Riggs, Global Marketing Manager for top online European retailer Zalando. From New York, to Paris and now based in Berlin Marcus shares tips on working in the creative space of the fashion business from a global point of view and his first hand experience with the power of networking.  Remember to follow Marcus Riggs at: Instagram: @marcusriggs LinkedIn: Marcus Riggs www.marcusriggs.com

Today we speak to Marcus Riggs, Global Marketing Manager for top online European retailer Zalando. From New York, to Paris and now based in Berlin Marcus shares tips on working in the creative space of the fashion business from a global point of view and his first hand experience with the power of networking.  Remember to follow Marcus Riggs at: Instagram: @marcusriggs LinkedIn: Marcus Riggs <a href="http://www.marcusriggs.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.marcusriggs.com</a>

Episode 6: Meet Marcus Riggs from Zalando

On this episode, Evan Chisholm Nike’s Associate Merchant Global Big Kids Footwear/ Lifestyle talks to us about taking his entrepreneurial skill set to the corporate arena of Nike. Evan tells us to embrace a challenge or set back as it pushes you to elevate your game to that next level. Remember to follow Evan Chisholm at: Instagram: @evanallmighty86 Facebook: Evan Chisholm Twitter: Evan Chisholm LinkedIn: Evan Chisholm

On this episode, Evan Chisholm Nike’s Associate Merchant Global Big Kids Footwear/ Lifestyle talks to us about taking his entrepreneurial skill set to the corporate arena of Nike. Evan tells us to embrace a challenge or set back as it pushes you to elevate your game to that next level. Remember to follow Evan Chisholm at: Instagram: @evanallmighty86 Facebook: Evan Chisholm Twitter: Evan Chisholm LinkedIn: Evan Chisholm

Episode 5: Meet Evan Chisholm from Nike

Today Jamillah Davis Hernandez, Vice President/ Divisional Merchandise Manager, Men’s Footwear and Accessories, Saks Fifth Avenue talks about her many roles within the company and reminds us that hard work definitely pays off.  Remember to follow Jamillah Davis Hernandez at:  Instagram: @jamillahdavishernandez LinkedIn: Jamillah Davis Hernandez

Today Jamillah Davis Hernandez, Vice President/ Divisional Merchandise Manager, Men’s Footwear and Accessories, Saks Fifth Avenue talks about her many roles within the company and reminds us that hard work definitely pays off. Remember to follow Jamillah Davis Hernandez at: Instagram: @jamillahdavishernandez LinkedIn: Jamillah Davis Hernandez

Episode 4: Jamillah Davis Hernandez from Saks Fifth Avenue

Shawn Pean

Today Fashion Maven Shawn Pean talks to us about his successful 20 year career on the business side of fashion. With his expertise in menswear he’s recently launched June79 a Luxury Menswear Brand. Shawn has great tips to share on navigating throughout a company, being strategic and the importance of listening.    Remember to follow Shawn Pean at:   Instagram: @mr.shawn.p &amp; @june79nyc LinkedIn: Shawn Pean

Today Fashion Maven Shawn Pean talks to us about his successful 20 year career on the business side of fashion. With his expertise in menswear he’s recently launched June79 a Luxury Menswear Brand. Shawn has great tips to share on navigating throughout a company, being strategic and the importance of listening.  Remember to follow Shawn Pean at: Instagram: @mr.shawn.p &amp; @june79nyc LinkedIn: Shawn Pean

Episode 3: Meet Fashion Maven Shawn Pean

This Is How They Did It focuses on the journey of fashion leaders from around the world….some with decades of experience, some in the early stages…..all have key tips to share.

Today Sharonda Weatherspoon, SVP of Luxury, RRL, &amp; Outlet Stores at Ralph Lauren and Co Chair for Diversity and Inclusion for North America talks about her many roles within Ralph Lauren and reminds us that you’re competing everyday, the team must bring their A game every single day….B game isn’t good enough. Remember to follow Sharonda Weatherspoon at: LinkedIn: Sharonda Weatherspoon

Today Sharonda Weatherspoon, SVP of Luxury, RRL, &amp; Outlet Stores at Ralph Lauren and Co Chair for Diversity and Inclusion for North America talks about her many roles within Ralph Lauren and reminds us that you’re competing everyday, the team must bring their A game every single day….B game isn’t good enough. Remember to follow Sharonda Weatherspoon at: LinkedIn: Sharonda Weatherspoon

Episode 2: Meet Sharonda Weatherspoon from Ralph Lauren

From buying for luxury powerhouse brands like Ralph Lauren and Saks Fifth Avenue, to shaping the next generation of fashion innovators at the world-renowned Fashion Institute of Technology,  Laticha Brown is a respected fashion industry virtuoso who understands the business -- and art -- of fashion. Join her as she embarks on her next journey, chatting with fashion industry leaders from across the globe who’ll share their beginnings, their journeys, and the lessons learned along the way. She also throws in a few fabulous stories….come on, a must….it’s fashion!

From buying for luxury powerhouse brands like Ralph Lauren and Saks Fifth Avenue, to shaping the next generation of fashion innovators at the world-renowned Fashion Institute of Technology,  Laticha Brown is a respected fashion industry virtuoso who understands the business -- and art -- of fashion. Join her as she embarks on her next journey, chatting with fashion industry leaders from across the globe who’ll share their beginnings, their journeys, and the lessons learned along the way. She also throws in a few fabulous stories….come on, a must….it’s fashion!

Episode 1: Meet Fashion Expert Laticha Brown

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