Q&A

Mar
05
Women rule: Marketing mavens share intel for SMBs

Women rule: Marketing mavens share intel for SMBs

Ashlee Margolis and Jenine Leigh-Pollard give tips for SMBs
3 min read
Feb
26
Pet project: From influencer marketing to well-being for dogs

Pet project: From influencer marketing to well-being for dogs

Niche pet retailer RJ Rousso started a new business after decades in entertainment. He shares his lessons about starting over.
2 min read
Feb
19
Modest fashion brand fills a gap and finds success

Modest fashion brand fills a gap and finds success

Rooted in authenticity and a commitment to modest fashion, Amy and Anthony Ekren have transformed Inherit Clothing Company from a small online shop into a flourishing retail brand, navigating challenges and embracing innovation along the way.
2 min read
Feb
12
One woman can make a difference, and customers love it

One woman can make a difference, and customers love it

A small business owner outside of D.C. is making a difference in her community.
2 min read
Feb
05
The beauty of inclusion: a founder and retailer's journey

The beauty of inclusion: a founder and retailer's journey

Beauty entrepreneur Nyakio Grieco, founder of Relevant and Nyakio brands, shares insights on building trust, inclusivity, and strategic growth in beauty.
2 min read
Jan
29
Win-Win: Helping families by repurposing excess inventory

Win-Win: Helping families by repurposing excess inventory

Mary Alice Stephenson Maxwell shares how GLAM4GOOD transforms excess fashion into a force for social good, supporting families in crisis while tackling the U.S.’s massive textile waste problem.
2 min read
Jan
15
Boutique brings slow fashion and bold colors to the spotlight

Boutique brings slow fashion and bold colors to the spotlight

Anna-Sophia Aguilar grew MexiChicSA from her mom’s living room to a boutique highlighting slow fashion and modern Mexican designs. Focused on craftsmanship and intentional growth, she’s expanding while showcasing Mexican-inspired style as part of everyday life.
3 min read
Jan
08
How one luxury retailer stays ahead of the curve

How one luxury retailer stays ahead of the curve

Nevena Borissova, founder of Curve boutique, shares her insights on navigating 27 years in fashion, evolving luxury, and the trends set to define 2025.
3 min read
Dec
04
5 Questions for Lily Lodge owner Ariana Lambert Smeraldo

5 Questions for Lily Lodge owner Ariana Lambert Smeraldo

Subscribe to the newsletter A version of this story first appeared in The SKUpe's weekly newsletter. To get
3 min read
Nov
20
5 Questions for FounderMade CEO Meghan Asha

5 Questions for FounderMade CEO Meghan Asha

From venture capital to creating a powerhouse platform for consumer brands, Meghan Asha’s journey as CEO of FounderMade is a masterclass in connecting innovation with opportunity. Discover how she’s redefining the way brands scale and thrive.
2 min read