Unstoppable | A Conversation With Change Makers

Dana Bloom, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Proper Food, shares the story of how the brand started and the challenges they faced in the early stages. She emphasizes the importance of believing in yourself and gaining the trust of others, as well as finding the right location for the first store. Dana discusses the evolution of the menu and the company's commitment to providing value and maintaining quality. She also talks about the impact of the pandemic on the business and the need for innovation and adaptation and the importance of not giving up and finding a way to overcome challenges. This episode is terrific and you don’t want to miss it! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Dana Bloom and Proper Food: https://www.instagram.com/eatproper/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabloomsf/ https://www.properfood.com Sponsored by Articulate 360. Visit articulate.com/360 to start a free 30-day trial of Articulate 360 Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at kara

Jacqlyn Burnett, Author & Founder of Happiness Habitat, shares all about her latest book, Happiness Habitat, and why being grateful and being in a flow state of mind creates true happiness. How practicing thinking happy and training your brain to have happy thoughts gets one to the best version of themselves. Plus, Jacqlyn shares many of her own stories that led to this thinking. The lessons are there! The playbook is too. So inspiring and motivating. Make the decision to listen now 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https:/

Mafe Romer, an entrepreneur with a deep passion for Latin American cuisine, wanted to build a company that was different. With her sister Coco, Mafe co-founded TOAST-IT and boy am I happy they did. We hear all about their story of bringing excellent Venezuelan food options with savoring flavors without the fuss to store shelves. You are going to love what she has to share and I am excited for you to hear all of her inspiration and lessons. Now on the #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.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/https://twitter.com/karagoldinhttps://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/https://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldinhttps://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldinhttps://www.threads.net/@karagoldinCheck out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/475To learn more about Mafe Romer and TOA

Tracy Dubb, Co-Founder of the exquisite beauty brand Isla Beauty, joins us to share all about her journey including building the brand she launched in May 2020 that's all about simplicity and sustainability. In this episode we cover how Tracy started and is building Isla Beauty, how different it is from her previous experience as an investor and her learnings about the beauty industry. Plus Isla Beauty's commitment to eco-friendly packaging and clean ingredients and how that makes it a standout choice for those seeking conscious skincare solutions. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by - Masterclass - Get 15% off! Go to MasterClass.com/kara 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.f

Amahlia Stevens, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of swimwear brand Vitamin A, wanted to build a company that was different. That made a difference. It was after her experience working with other notable sustainable brands we all know and love that she decided it was time to try her hand at creating her own – made with the first premium swim fabric made from recycled nylon fibers. She shares all about how Vitamin A did all of this and more, plus we get an inside view of what it takes for a force like Amahlia to create a company that is as inspiring as hers. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin

Lily Geiger, Founder and CEO of Figlia, a non-alcoholic aperitivo with a mission, shares all about what made her start this terrific company and how she is building a brand in one of the fastest growing categories within a very competitive space. We talk about what makes Figlia so unique, what she has learned along the way as well as what it takes to create a company that is as inspiring as hers. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by: Incogni - Go to Incogni.com/karagoldinshow to get our special offer TODAY! 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Che

Dr. Iris Rubin, Dermatologist & Founder of SEEN Skin & Hair Care, wanted to build a company that was different. That made a difference. And that led to the creation of these incredible products that won’t clog pores and are safe for sensitive skin, including skin that is prone to acne, eczema and dry scalp. Dr. Iris is a force and I am excited to have her here to inspire us. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/471 To learn more

In this terrific episode, Vicky Pasche, Co-Founder and CEO of Dapper Boi, sits down with me to discuss her journey in growing the genderless clothing brand, Dapper Boi. What started as a search to find the right clothing that would fit her body and personality, quickly grew into a startup that she would start with her Co-Founder and wife Charisse. Today, Dapper Boi is a thriving business that continues to bring joy and confidence to all kinds of people. We hear all about the founding story, lessons, the journey in scaling the company, how they have managed to skyrocket to the Top .5% of Shopify stores, and what it is like to build a company whose mission is to ensure everyone has access to affordable, stylish clothes that fit both their body, and more importantly, their personality. This is a not-to-be-missed episode with tons of lessons in entrepreneurship that you don’t want to miss. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.  Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links bel

Shizu Okusa, Founder and CEO of Apothékary, set out to disrupt synthetic supplements by launching a platform that makes plant-medicine fun and accessible. Combining ancient ritual and modern science, Apothékary’s adaptogenic blends trade chemical ingredients for clean herbal alternatives. Shizu is a force and in our episode she shares so much wisdom and lessons in her journey. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/469 To learn more about

Steph Chen, Founder and CEO of Anyday, is here with us today to share more about her journey building a modern cookware brand whose purpose is helping make incredible dishes cooking in the microwave. Yes, the microwave! Since its launch in 2021, the brand has garnered the attention of culinary notables including Momofuku founder David Chang. The products which are geared toward teaching home chefs that they can blanch, toast, simmer and cook full meals in the microwave. We hear all about what it means to launch a new category in the cookware space, plus all the lessons she has gained in building her company along the way. This episode is super inspiring and you don’t want to miss it! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by: NordVPN - Get My Exclusive NordVPN deal NordVPN.com/karagoldinshow It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! 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 k

On this episode of The Casey Adams Show, Kara Goldin shares her journey of entrepreneurship and the challenges she faced in creating Hint Water, a beverage company that offers fruit-infused water. Goldin talks about the inspiration behind Hint, which came from wanting to provide healthier options for her kids. She also discusses the challenges of creating a product with a longer shelf life and the process of bringing Hint Water to the market. 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcasts/ireplay-thecaseyadamsshow/ Follow Casey Adams on social me

You have an opportunity to help create by producing some of the best hair and body products around. Do you do it? Sheree Ladove Funsch, CEO of LaDove, thinks so. What makes a family business, started by her father, stand the test of time by kicking out great products plus how do you decide to now create your own brand? We hear all this and more. This powerhouse CEO takes us through what it takes to manufacture the best body and hair products, her journey in growing a family business started by her father as well as many of her incredible lessons she has learned along the way. You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #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.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/https://twitter.com/karagoldinhttps://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/https://www.tiktok.com/

How do you build a business in a very competitive, very personal consumer space that stands the test of time? Ashley Berman, the brilliant designer and owner of Ashley Morgan Designs joins us to share all of this. Her stunning and unique pieces, inspired from her clients’ stories, traditions and cultures, will give you just the motivation you need to just go out and do what you love and make it happen! You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by: MasterClass - Get two memberships for the price of one! MasterClass.com/kara Netsuite - Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist at NetSuite.com/KARA 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://www.tiktok.com/

Have you flossed today?! Samantha Coxe, Founder and CEO of Flaus, decided to leave her role as an attorney to make her entrepreneurial dreams a reality, launching a dental wellness company focused first on developing an eco-friendly electric flosser. We discuss the process of creating the Flaus machine, how Flaus pre-sold more than $300K of its electric flosser hero product on IndieGoGo, raising money from friends and family and more. Her story building what she has as well as the many lessons she has learned will leave you inspired and, well, ready to start flossing! You are going to love this episode and I can’t wait for you to hear it. Now on the #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://www.tiktok.com/@K

Paul Epstein, Best-Selling Author of Better Decisions Faster, shares all about his latest book and why making quick, considered, decisions that reflect one's values and priorities is key. We discuss why it is so critical to have making better decisions faster a key priority and how doing so can lead to happiness and results. Plus, Paul shares many of his own stories that led to him making monumental changes in his life. The lessons are there! So inspiring and motivating. Make the decision to listen now 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s sho

The Co-Founder and CEO of OLIPOP, Ben Goodwin, wanted to disrupt the soda industry and boy has he ever. OLIPOP is a better-for-you soda brand that has put gut health and indulgence side by side in a fun, nostalgic way. We discuss his journey disrupting the $400 billion a year global soda industry and continuing to stay ahead of the competition.  Ben’s shares many of his startup and scaling lessons and what’s in store for this terrific brand in the future. Now on #TheKaraGoldinShow. Sponsored by HelloFresh - go to hellofresh.com/kgsfree and use the code kgsfree for free breakfast for the life of your subscription! 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://w

Renowned workplace strategist and bestselling Author Erica Keswin shares her latest book, The Retention Revolution. How do companies stay competitive in this ever-changing world of work? How can companies make work a more enjoyable, productive experience as trust between many employees and employers has been eroding. Erica answers this and more. So whether you are the employee or the employer, we dig into the details as well as the suggested specific frameworks. So much great to listen to 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https

Hi everyone and welcome back to The Kara Goldin Show. Today we are joined by Julia Haart who is a self-made businesswoman, designer, and bestselling author of Brazen. Julia is the Founder of an incredible company called Body by Julia Haart, but you may have also caught her and her story on the Netflix hit show My Unorthodox Life which she stars in. Her incredible women’s fashion brand, Body by Julia Haart, has taken off and she takes us into her journey in building it. Julia is a powerhouse and her backstory will leave you nothing but inspired. Julia’s lessons she shares plus her ability to conquer her own fears and build a fabulous business will leave you motivated for sure. 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.face

Luis Manta, Founder and CEO of Seoul Juice, was searching for the perfect, great tasting beverage that didn’t have all the sugar. Juice drinks with electrolytes, he found, were not great tasting and had loads of sugar or sweeteners. Creating the perfect, premium hydration beverage made from Korean Pears has been a journey and you are going to love the honesty that Luis shares with us about what he has learned along the way. I can’t wait for you to hear all about Luis’s journey thus far and the future for Seoul Juice on this episode of #The Kara Goldin Show. 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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to view t

The Founder and CEO of Mason Dixie Foods, Ayeshah Abuelhiga, wanted to change comfort food for the better by disrupting the comfort food category, starting with yummy buttermilk biscuits. Why couldn’t this comfort food be made with real ingredients? Clean ingredients? Today, Mason Dixie Foods is one of the fastest-growing brands in the frozen aisle in stores now with sandwiches and waffles. I can’t wait for you to hear all about Ayeshah’s journey thus far, lessons she has learned and what’s in store for this terrific brand in the future. Now on #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://www.tiktok.com/@KaraGoldin https://www.youtube.com/c/KaraGoldin https://www.threads.net/@karagoldin Check out our website to