Makers Mindset
Nancy Twine
Dive into the stories of resilience and success from today’s leading entrepreneurs and changemakers with your host, Nancy Twine. Transitioning from a career at Goldman Sachs to founding a nine-figure beauty business, Nancy brings deep experience and sharp insight to every conversation.
Makers Mindset is your invitation inside the journeys of modern founders, executives, and visionaries across industries like tech, beauty, fashion, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy.
Each episode reveals the real behind-the-scenes of building something meaningful—from the challenges faced to the wins earned—with an honest look at how personal well-being and professional ambition can co-exist.
Tune in for candid conversations, actionable insights, and powerful lessons to fuel your own path forward—whether you’re just starting out or scaling something big.
Makers Mindset is your invitation inside the journeys of modern founders, executives, and visionaries across industries like tech, beauty, fashion, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy.
Each episode reveals the real behind-the-scenes of building something meaningful—from the challenges faced to the wins earned—with an honest look at how personal well-being and professional ambition can co-exist.
Tune in for candid conversations, actionable insights, and powerful lessons to fuel your own path forward—whether you’re just starting out or scaling something big.
Episodes
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May 23, 2024 • 30min
In conversation with Anu Duggal, Founding Partner of Female Founders Fund
When Anu Duggal started her first business, a wine bar in Bombay, she was entering a sector that she had no experience in. But she didn’t let that stop her, in fact, she leveraged that inexperience to generate new insights and innovation. In the years that followed, she grew into an entrepreneurial powerhouse, launching the Female Founders Fund in 2014, investing in early stage female founders. Since then, Anu has appeared on Fortune’s “40 under 40” Crain’s “Notable Women in Tech” list and been included in Business Insider’s “Ultimate List of Female Startup Investors.” Explore more empowering resources
May 9, 2024 • 33min
In conversation with Sheena Zadeh, Founder of Kosas
Sheena Zadeh blended her background in science with a love of cosmetics to create Kosas Cosmetics, a brand that proudly states that it’s ‘makeup for skincare freaks.’ Sheena's journey has been a testament to adaptation, experimentation and a passion for what she does. Juggling roles as CEO and founder, she eventually opted to step back from the CEO position to focus on Kosas’s creative vision. She and Nancy dive into this decision, in addition to exploring the intricacies of building a successful brand and team, while emphasizing the importance of self-investment.Explore more empowering resources
Apr 25, 2024 • 33min
In conversation with Aurora James, Founder of Brother Vellies & The Fifteen Percent Pledge
Aurora James launched fashion and accessories line Brother Vellies in 2013, with a mission to preserve the heritage of African design and create lasting artisanal jobs. Today, her brand is handcrafted by artisans spanning the globe, bringing culture, sustainability and fashion together. She is also the founder of the Fifteen Percent Pledge, a non-profit that encourages retailers to pledge at least 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses. Major retailers like Sephora, Nordstrom and Macy’s have all made the pledge. Nancy and Aurora discuss her unique journey of self discovery, her memoir, Wildflower, and the rituals that keep her grounded.Explore more empowering resources
Apr 11, 2024 • 34min
In conversation with Karissa Bodnar, Founder & CEO of Thrive Causemetics & Bigger Than Beauty Skincare
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.Explore more empowering resources
Mar 28, 2024 • 34min
In conversation with Seema Bansal Chadha, Co-Founder of Venus et Fleur
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. Explore more empowering resources
Mar 14, 2024 • 37min
In conversation with Jessica Cruel, Editor-in-Chief of Allure Magazine
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.Explore more empowering resources
Mar 5, 2024 • 3min
Welcome to Makers Mindset
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.Learn how to empower your best you
