Rebecca Thompson | Three Decades of Crafting Fashion with Purpose

In this episode,  I speak with Rebecca Thompson, the Founder, Designer and Director of the iconic Australian Fashion Label Rebecca Thompson.  Since launching in June 2000, Rebecca has become one of Australia's premier luxury fashion labels. The flagship Rebecca Thompson e-boutique offers a gorgeo…

Paul Vasileff, Creative Director & Founder Paolo Sebastian| A Lifetime Commitment to Couture Excellence

In this episode,  I speak with Paul Vasileff, the Creative Director and Founder of Paolo Sebastian, Paul learnt to sew from the age of three. Initially taught by his Grandmother he completed his first evening dress at age eleven, Vasileff was fascinated by the inner workings and underpinnings of g…

James Bartle, Founding CEO Outland Denim | A Powerful Brand Acquisition & Impact Investing

We're taking Fashion Business Mindset NEXT LEVEL! In this episode,  I had the pleasure of interviewing James Bartle as my FIRST 'in-person' guest since launching our podcast in 2020. All prior 80 interviews have been conducted online, so I'm very excited to have the opportunity to invite some of …

Mary Lou Ryan, Co-Founder of bassike | Building A Successful, Iconic Australian Brand

In this episode, I’m chatting with Mary Lou Ryan who co-founded bassike with Deborah Sams in 2006 to create what they couldn’t find: high quality, design-led, sustainably sourced wardrobe essentials. Lou & Deb chose to work with organic cotton, Australian makers and responsible business practices …

Episode 79: Nick Pearce, Co-Founder of HoMie | A Label For The Streets. 100% of Profits go to Homelessness and Hardship.

In this episode, I speak with Nick Pearce, the Co-Founder & CEO of HoMie. HoMie is a streetwear clothing social enterprise that supports young people affected by homelessness or hardship with the skills, confidence & experiences to become more work-ready & better prepared for their future.  HoMie…

Episode 78: Vanessa Bell | High Fashion Model, To Farmer, To Sustainable Designer

In this episode, I speak withVanessa Bell, a successful entrepreneur and advocate for sustainability, known for her expertise in the fashion and agricultural industries. Vanessa started her career as a model, gracing the pages of high-end fashion publications and walking the runway for top-tier de…

Episode 77: Kay Lang | Escaping sex trafficking, a path to healing and a passion for growing a purpose-driven brand and community

My guest today is Kay Lang, The founder of Vixen and Fox. Today’s conversation goes deeper than sharing a start-up story, today Kay also openly shares her personal story of trauma and abuse with the intention of helping others.  In this episode we discuss some very sensitive and confronting exper…

Episode 76: Impact Edit: Donna & Marcello Abbate | The Transformative Impact of Workplace Wellness

Enjoy this Impact Edit with Donna & Marcello Abbate, the Founders of Fit For Life Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of chatting with some of the most inspiring thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry. From highly successful entrepreneurs and founders to those on t…

Episode 75: Alice Fitch, Founder of Whola |How to Grow Your Wholesale Business Immediately

In this episode, I speak with Alice Fitch, the Founder of Whola.  Alice Fitch is a dynamic entrepreneur with a successful history running fashion wholesale businesses. Her company Whola is transforming the way business is done in this legacy industry, leveraging the latest technologies and automat…

Episode 74: Paul Zahra, CEO, Australian Retailers Association | Retail Insights & Predictions

In this episode, I speak with Paul Zahra, the CEO of the Australian Retailers Association. Paul is a leading figure of Australian retail having worked in the industry for 40 years including in senior executive and non-executive roles and as a company advisor. Paul has previously held senior lead…