Fruitful Entrepreneurs
By Shelley Tilbrook
Fruitful EntrepreneursOct 06, 2023
Female Founders Season 1, ep8 with Christina Flach
In episode 8 of our female founder series we are joined by Christina Flach, a makeup artist and the CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup. Her celebrity clientele includes Condeleeza Rice, Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, Tyler Florence and more. She has worked with high end brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton, has been featured in campaigns for Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue , and Bloomingdales, and has been featured in magazines including Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. In addition, Christina also writes articles about the best tips, tricks, and hacks in makeup and is featured as a beauty expert on California Live on NBC. In addition to her career, she is a devoted single mother of four, philanthropist, actively raising funds and awareness for Sepsis. She also started the Beau Friedman outdoor classroom at the Edna McGuire school in Mill Valley, California, raising money for the Baby Beau and Ken Flach educational funds at the Northern Light School in Oakland California. Christina uses her platform to promote the importance of feeling beautiful from the inside out. She inspires women to be the best version of themselves and how to overcome life's greatest obstacles.
On this podcast episode we discuss the challenges of boot strapping a business, the evolution of brand promotion in the beauty industry, personal branding to grow your business brand, investing and her business philosophy, mindset and wellbeing routine.
Fruitful Entrepreneurs Podcast aims to increase the visibility of female leaders in business to inspire a limitless mindset to build your own bold blooming brand, unleash your femme power and positively impact others with a purpose-driven business.
Female Founders Series 1, Ep 7 with Kate Save
In episode 7 of the @fruitfulentrepreneurs podcast we talk to accredited practicing dietitian and exercise physiologist, Kate Save. 🍑 Fuelling Success with Be Fit Food Kate is the CEO and Co-founder of Be Fit Food @BeFitFoodAustralia. As an experienced Clinical Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist and Diabetes Educator, Kate has been working with clients struggling with weight-loss and weight management for more than 20 years. “I believe that a positive attitude to food, and a balanced approach to nutrition is a critical factor in overall health and happiness.” The unique recipes that are ‘Be Fit Food’ were developed by Kate, in collaboration with her team of Dietitians before being brought to life by an amazing team of Chefs. In this episode we share Kate’s entrepreneur journey, the challenge of growing 1500% overnight thanks to a successful pitch on @SharkTankAustralia along with being driven to find a solution when you have personally experienced the problem. Watch the episode now.
Female Founders Season 1, Ep6 with Brady Yoshia
Navigating Negotiation and Leadership with Brady Yoshia, founder of Brady Marcs, on the Fruitful Entrepreneurs Podcast. In episode 6, guest Brady Yoshia shares her entrepreneur journey and switch from the telecommunications industry to the real estate industry. In the male-dominated industries, she had to hone her negotiation and leadership skills in order to thrive. Join host Shelley Tilbrook for this insightful discussion.
Female Founders Season 1, Ep5 with guest Mikeila Scheckenbach
The Business of Bold Branding In episode five, Fruitful Entrepreneurs Podcast host, Shelley Tilbrook, chats with female founder, Mikeila Scheckenbach, founder of the Bandit Design Group, about her entrepreneur journey, her drive to start her own design business in her early 20's, building a team and the transition from a graphic design freelancer to a branding agency. Mikeila shares her insights, lessons, challenges as well as some branding tips for entrepreneurs.
She talks about making courageous bold decisions to expand in the early days and hasn't looked back. Watch to learn more about the business breakthroughs for Bandit.
Female Founder Season1, Ep4 with guest Deepa Mani
Join our host, Shelley Tilbrook, as she dives deep into the world of entrepreneurship with a phenomenal guest, Deepa Mani, founder of the Chandralaya School of Dance.
In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of a female founder who turned her passion for dance into a thriving business.
Topic: Diversity and Visibility Deepa shares her incredible story of resilience, drive, and navigating challenges as an immigrant entrepreneur, especially during the extended lockdowns of the pandemic.
Learn from Deepa's insights, lessons, and tips for entrepreneurs who are ready to make their mark in the business world. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode has something valuable for everyone.
Plus, don't miss Deepa's unique perspective on being featured in the Documentary-style film, "Visible Founders." Gain valuable insights into the behind-the-scenes of a founder's life and the impact of visibility in the entrepreneurial journey.
Let's celebrate diversity, share experiences, and uplift the voices of amazing fruitful entrepreneurs.
Female Founders Season 1, Ep3 with Candice DeVille
Fruitful Entrepreneurs host Shelley Tilbrook chats with business owner Candice DeVille, co-founder of Co-Pilot Crew and the recently launched, AI Co-Pilot.
Key business topics include: Using marketing as a force for good, business challenges, decision-making, building a team, artificial intelligence and women in business.
Female Founders Season 1, Ep2 with Vinita Baravkar
Episode 2: Following your Purpose for Environmental Sustainability
Host, Shelley Tilbrook, chats with female founder, Vinita Baravkar about her entrepreneur journey, her transfer of knowledge from the textiles industry to develop sustainable cotton farming for her brand Bhumi.
She shares her insights, lessons, challenges as well as a few tips for entrepreneurs to develop their leadership.
Female Founders Season 1, Ep 1 with Dr Lillian Nejad
The Fruitful Entrepreneurs Podcast presents episode 1 of the Female Founder Series.
The theme: Increasing Your Impact and Scale through Technology
Dr Lillian Nejad, founder of Skills for Life and co-founder of the Contain Your Brain app speaks with business coach and podcast host, Shelley Tilbrook about her entrepreneur journey.
She shares her adaptation from Clinical Psychologist to business owner and entrepreneur.
Lillian also shares some invaluable tips for entrepreneurs to manage stress and their own mental health.
Discussion topics include starting a business, personal branding, planning, courage, mental health, business expansion and more.