Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan

In this engaging conversation, Tina Knowles, a renowned designer and businesswoman, shares her inspiring journey and the lessons from her memoir, Matriarch. She delves into the balance of entrepreneurship and motherhood, emphasizing the parallel creative processes involved. Tina discusses the importance of faith, authenticity, and resilience in overcoming life's challenges. The duo also explores the emotional complexities of building a legacy while nurturing family relationships and the necessity of self-care amidst chaos.

In this engaging discussion, Sara Blakely, the founder of SPANX, opens up about her remarkable journey from selling fax machines to building a billion-dollar shapewear empire. She emphasizes the importance of betting on yourself and embracing failure as a part of success. Sara also dives into her new venture, a comfortable high-heel shoe line called Sneex, and how redefining comfort and style can transform the industry. Her insights on integrating feminine energy in business and the challenges of motherhood make for a captivating listen.

Cassandra Morales Thurswell, Founder and CEO of Kitsch, shares her inspiring journey from crafting hair ties to leading a multimillion-dollar beauty brand. She discusses the grit and intentional design that fueled her success, emphasizing the importance of customer-centricity. Cassandra reflects on her hands-on approach in the early stages of her business and the role of motherhood in her decision-making. The conversation also dives into the unique challenges female entrepreneurs face and the value of community and mentorship in overcoming these hurdles.

Heather Hasson, the visionary founder of FIGS, revolutionizes healthcare apparel with stylish and functional scrubs. She shares her journey from selling scrubs outside hospitals to building a billion-dollar brand, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and resilience in entrepreneurship. The conversation delves into the challenges of securing funding, navigating market boundaries, and the transformative power of fashion in healthcare. Hasson also discusses the impact of peer-to-peer learning in healthcare education, showcasing her drive to meet real market needs.

Hannah Mendoza, founder of Clevr Blends—a multimillion-dollar instant latte business—shares her entrepreneurial journey from startup to scale. She opens up about transforming daily rituals into thriving ventures and the importance of authenticity in branding. The conversation dives into her battles with anxiety and how innovative ingredients like adaptogens are changing wellness. Hannah also emphasizes the power of community among female founders, highlighting the need for emotional connections and equal partnerships in business.

In this conversation, Jamie Kern Lima, co-founder of IT Cosmetics and best-selling author, shares her inspiring journey from waiting tables to selling her brand to L’Oréal for $1.2 billion. She discusses overcoming self-doubt, the power of authenticity, and the importance of inclusivity in beauty. Jamie reflects on the emotional toll of multiple rejections and her triumphant moment on QVC, where she faced a monumental challenge and emerged victorious. Her story is a testament to resilience and the transformative impact of trusting oneself.

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Kadi Lee, co-founder of Highbrow Hippie and the go-to colorist for some of Hollywood’s biggest names. What began as a blog has since grown into a brick-and-mortar salon and a thoughtfully crafted product line, all built with heart and the utmost attention to detail. The pair discuss what it means to grow something from the ground up, how to lead with your values, and why staying connected to your community is the ultimate marker of success. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Kadi @highbrowhippie on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this dynamic episode, Meghan sits down with Reshma Saujani, a tenacious founder who’s built two successful nonprofits that close the gender gap for women: first, Girls Who Code and now, Moms First. Meghan met Reshma years ago when Girls Who Code was expanding into the UK. Here, they reunite to talk about redesigning workplaces for women and how to make the hard choice to put your health (and yourself) before your work. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Reshma @reshmasaujani on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitney Wolfe Herd, the founder of Bumble and former Tinder executive, shares her entrepreneurial journey with close friend Meghan. They discuss the intense pressures of launching a business in the public eye, Whitney's return as CEO of Bumble, and her vision for change. The duo also dives into the importance of supportive friendships in entrepreneurship, the app's empowering origins for women, and the need for self-love while balancing motherhood and career. It's a candid conversation about resilience and redefining relationships.

Join Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to hear the unfiltered stories behind the successes of notable female founders. The show launches April 8th, wherever you get your podcasts. Hit subscribe now so you never miss an episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.