The Kara Goldin Show

Meghan Quinn knows just what it takes to make healthier alternatives to some of life's indulgences. For humans and dogs! That’s right, today on the show, you will hear how Meg uprooted herself from her role working in toys at Mattel to co-creating an awesome business that she saw an opening for – collagen-infused superfood dog cookies and gluten-free, dairy-free & sugar-free treats for humans. She shares what it takes to succeed as a startup as well as shares her story of her own journey including some of the highs and lows along the way. You won’t want to miss this honest discussion straight from another incredible founder. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ https://karagoldin.com/podcast/282 List of links mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/bougiebakes/ https://www.tiktok.com/bougiebakes https://www.instagram.com/bougiebarks/ https://www.instagram.com/meggyquinny/ To order from The Bougie Company: https://www.bougiebakes.com/

Shawn Nelson knows how to make some of the most comfy pieces of furniture you will ever experience. But that isn’t all he has been working on at Lovesac. Shawn founded Lovesac in 1998 and after some highs and lows along the way, Lovesac is going gangbusters. We will hear about how the innovation has made Lovesac so unique as well as how Shawn got started and all the things that he has learned about business and himself along the way. You will love this honest discussion straight from a founder who has seen the highs and lows. So much to unpack here. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/281 List of links to resources mentioned in episode & social media handles: https://www.instagram.com/shawnoflovesac https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnynelson/ https://www.instagram.com/lovesac To see Lovesac and all their latest: https://www.lovesac.com

What’s it like to carry on the Forbes legacy, a 104-year old company and one of the world's largest media brands? You won’t want to miss this conversation with Moira Forbes, Executive Vice President & Publisher of ForbesWomen. She shares more about the company, her journey to date and her role driving new business initiatives across the company’s diverse media platforms as well as the world famous Forbes events. We discuss what it means to her to be a part of this legacy her family created and more about the upcoming Forbes Power Women’s Summit which is next month in NY. So much to unpack here and so much to learn from her. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/280 List of links to resources mentioned in the episode & social media handles: https://www.instagram.com/MoiraForbes https://www.instagram.com/ForbesWomen https://www.linkedin.com/in/moira-forbes-7902152 More on the upcoming Forbes Power Women’s Summit: https://www.forbes.com/connect/event/2022forbespowerwomenssummit/

You won’t want to miss this next guest! Michael Chernow is a serial entrepreneur, restaurateur, podcast host, and most recently founded Kreatures of Habit, a terrific company whose first product is an amazing yummy oatmeal you need to try. Not just any oatmeal either. Hear more about the product, his company, and his journey – which stemmed from Chernow’s own life celebrating 17 years of sobriety. And his journey of being a successful NYC restauranteur as well. Lots of learnings in this episode. Listen and learn. This episode is HOT so get ready! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/279 Check out Kreatures of Habit as well as our guest Michael Chernow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow https://www.instagram.com/kreaturesofhabit Website: https://kreaturesofhabit.com/

Aleen Dreksler, Co-Founder and CEO of Betches, is a true inspiration and has an incredible story to tell. Her brand Betches was created and founded with her childhood friends and co-founders, Jordana Abraham and Samantha Sage. And while still in college at Cornell! This multi-platform media and entertainment company aimed toward millennial women has a growing community and now reaches over 43 Million people per month! The brand is great! This story is very sweet! The possibilities are endless as Betches looks to its future including recently launching an alcoholic drink. So many lessons are shared by Aleen as she takes us through her journey. You are going to love this episode! Listen and learn. This episode will leave you wanting to call a friend or two and start a company too! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/278 Check out Betches as well as more from our guest Aleen Dreksler Connect with Betches on all platforms @betches Connect with Aleen Dreksler on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleen/

Thrilled for you to hear from my next guest. I am speaking with Elyse Dickerson today, Co-founder & CEO of Eosera – a company that develops terrific products that address the health of ears. One of their products is THE go-to for that nasty earwax problem that no one of course wants a problem with. That’s right, earwax. The company’s main purpose is to disrupt the ear care space by creating products that remove earwax, relieve itch and pain in the ears, and assist with routine cleanings to improve overall ear health. This niche company is proof that by solving a problem, you CAN create a company that consumers want and sell products and gain nationwide availability. Lots of lessons were shared by Elyse, as well as Elyse’s comeback story moving careers. Listen and learn. This episode will surely leave you inspired and wanting to have clean ears and more. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/277 Check out Eosera as well as more from our guest Elyse Dickerson Connect with Eosera on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eosera_inc/ Connect with Eosera on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/eoserainc

Listen up! My next guest is one you won’t want to miss. Can’t wait for you to hear my conversation with Adam Lippin the amazing Founder of HearMe. He previously founded Cuddlist and Atomic Wings and this serial entrepreneur knows more than a few things about creating, building and scaling. Lots of lessons you for sure will find interesting and educational. What has he learned throughout his journey and why did he decide to start his latest company HearMe? Listen and learn. This one will leave you inspired. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by - NetSuite - Head to NetSuite.com/kara for a special one-of-a-kind financing offer. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/276 Check out HearMe as well as our guest Adam Lippin Check out HearMe on the web https://www.hearme.app/ Connect with Adam Lippin on Twitter https://www.twitter.com/adamlippin Connect with HearMe on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hearme_app

Joe Demin and his Co-founder (and wife) Rachel Connor, Co-Founders of Yellow Leaf Hammocks went from selling hammocks out of a van to getting a $1 million investment on Shark Tank. This is a fantastic story of founders with an idea who bootstrapped their social enterprise for years, then innovated and created sustainable impact in communities that they source from. Years of hard work and dedication led to a $1 million investment from the founder of KIND Snacks, Daniel Lubetzky. We hear more about the journey including their commitment to creating high-wage jobs for women in rural Thailand who weave each hammock by hand. PLUS they create a terrific product that you will want to try and buy! Listen and be inspired. This show will leave you interested in learning more. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/275 Check out more about Yellow Leaf Hammocks https://www.yellowleafhammocks.com Connect with Joe Demin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joedemin Connect with Yellow Leaf Hammocks on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yellowleafhammocks/

Who says, “Girls DON’T rule the world?” No one that we know. I can’t wait for you to hear this conversation with Diana Kapp, Author of Girls Who Green The World. In her book, Diana shares the stories of 34 women who are hip deep in the kind of environmental work that matters to the future of our planet. She shares her own journey and why sharing girl’s stories is her purpose. We talk about her own journey in finding her purpose as well as more about a few stories from the book. Listen and be inspired. This show will leave you excited and hopeful. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/274 Check out more about Diana Kapp and Girls Who Green The World https://dianakapp.com/category/press/ Connect with Diana Kapp on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dianakapp Connect with Girls Who books on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/girlswhobooks

Bars and butters anyone? I can’t wait for you to hear this conversation with Nicole Ledoux, Co-founder and CEO of 88 Acres, an absolutely yummy food company thoughtfully crafting bars and butters with whole seeds and simple ingredients. Nicole co-founded 88 Acres in 2015 after changing careers from a different industry. We talk about the founding journey, her upbringing growing up on a farm, as well as the company’s expanding product assortment. Listen and learn. This show will leave you hungry! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by - Shopify - Go to shopify.com/kara for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify’s entire suite of features Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let Kara know by clicking on the links below and sending her a quick shout-out on social or reach out to Kara Goldin directly at karagoldin@gmail.com Follow Kara Goldin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ Follow Kara Goldin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karagoldin Follow Kara Goldin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/273 Check out more about Nicole Ledoux and 88 Acres https://88acres.com Connect with Nicole Ledoux on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nicoleledoux Connect with 88 Acres on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/88acres