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Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader, personal finance educator, public speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. She’s the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, which helps make the rules of personal finance accessible to non-experts and marginalized communities. She and Nancy chat about “doing it scared," what needs to change to empower female founders and entrepreneurs, and making the leap to take your side hustle full time. 

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Isabela Rangel Grutman is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and model. Born in Brazil, Isabela began modeling at 13, and at a young age learned a lot about work ethic and business partnerships. In 2022, she founded Rangel, a premium clothing line now available at major retailers like Revolve and ShopBop. She also founded Isa Grutman Jewelry, which just opened its first flagship store in Miami’s prestigious Design District. She and Nancy dive into the importance of setting a vision  and starting small.



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When Karissa Bodnar started Thrive Causemetics out of her one-bedroom apartment, she was determined to create a business that was  mission-driven to its core. Inspired by the loss of a close friend to cancer, Karissa set out to craft a makeup brand committed to giving back. Today, Thrive Causemetics proudly supports over 500 giving partners and has contributed millions in fundings and products to charitable organizations. Join Karissa and Nancy as they discuss Karissa’s journey as a mission-driven founder and explore the evolution of her business into the impactful force it is today.

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Seema Bansal Chadha was inspired to start her category disrupting business, Venus et Fleur, after a Valentines Day gesture gone wrong. In this episode, she and host Nancy Twine dive into a conversation about starting and bootstrapping a business with your partner, knowing when to grow, and finding time for wellness. 

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Join host Nancy Twine in conversation with Jessica Cruel, Editor-in-Chief of Allure Magazine, for the inaugural episode of Makers Mindset. In this candid conversation, you’ll delve into Jessica's experiences combating imposter syndrome, managing her personal financial health, standing out in the competitive beauty space, and so much more.

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Welcome to Makers Mindset, a podcast that uncovers the inspiring journeys of female founders, executives, and changemakers. We delve into how these remarkable women navigate professional achievements and personal well-being. Join host Nancy Twine and an array of enlightening guests for this season's conversations.

Find Makers Mindset on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube, starting March 14th.

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Michelle Cordeiro Grant is a serial entrepreneur, brand builder and innovator.  After spending the tenure of her career at household names in the retail industry, she moved into the startup world. In 2016, she founded LIVELY, a Leisurée brand inspiring women to live passionately, purposefully and confidently. In three years, she grew the brand from concept to 5 stores, 165,000+ ambassadors, and $105M acquisition. In 2022, Michelle founded her next venture, GORGIE, an energy drink brand. Michelle and Nancy dive into the experience of selling a business, the power of collaboration, as well as diving into Michelle’s wellness journey. 

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Hannah Bronfman is an angel investor, founder and influencer who is credited with bringing wellness to the forefront of the digital age. She and Nancy delve into evolving your business operations to break through revenue ceilings, what Hannah looks for in founders she invests in and much more. They also discuss how Hannah has used others' doubts to fuel her journey, and her tools for overcoming self doubt. 

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Welcome back to Makers Mindset! This season, Nancy is joined by a diverse lineup of inspiring and engaging guests. Tune in to hear from entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders as they share valuable insights to help you thrive in both your business and personal life.

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Nyakio Grieco has always been passionate about the power of the beauty industry as a vehicle for change. As the co-founder of Thirteen Lune, a retail platform dedicated to showcasing brands and products crafted by Black and Brown founders, Nyakio champions inclusivity and representation within the industry. In this episode, she delves into the challenges and triumphs of being a BIPOC founder in the beauty industry, highlighting the shifts she's witnessed as well as opportunities for growth. Drawing from her own experiences running her first brand for eighteen years, Nyakio reflects on the hurdles she faced with selling her first beauty brand and the many lessons learned along the way. She also underscores the significance of nurturing deep-seated relationships with the brands featured on Thirteen Lune, and why those relationships run so much deeper than retail. 

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