Welcome to Impact Edit, where we bring you the most powerful insights and golden nuggets from our impactful conversations with thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry.  We are revisiting a remarkable episode that left a lasting impression. In this snippet from our original podcast episode, I’m chatting with Mary Lou Ryan who co-founded bassike with Deborah Sams in 2006 to create what they couldn’t find: high quality, design-led, sustainably sourced wardrobe essentials. Lou...

Today’s episode focuses on an everyday accessible solution that provides the GIFT of health and wellness services to support to those who need it. This is something that can be integrated into any Workplace Wellness Program and shared with our family, friends and communities. Nikki Williams is a repeat entrepreneur, marketer and health and wellness advocate who has recently launched Mentwell; a digital gift card for health and wellness services where the receiver gets to choose how they...

Tory Archbold is the Founder and Director of Powerful Steps, a business that empowers leaders to find their ultimate power through a heart-led skill set and the power of strategic storytelling. With over 24 years of experience in brand building, public relations, digital media, and events, Tory has collaborated with some of the world's most influential celebrities, entrepreneurs, and CEOs, delivering extraordinary results for local and international brands.Tory is also the author of Self...

For anyone in business, this will be one of the most profound and moving episodes that you will listen to all year. Erin Deering, the accomplished Australian entrepreneur and co-founder of the renowned global swimwear brand, Triangl, has left a permanent mark on the fashion industry. Her innovative use of neoprene cuts and strategic embrace of the influencer effect propelled Triangl to cult status, culminating in a staggering valuation of USD$200 million. Yet, amidst the resounding success,...

Danielle Kent is the General Manager Industry Transformation at Seamless - a product stewardship scheme that aims to transform how clothing is made, used, reused and recycled in Australia to create clothing circularity by 2030. Danielle has been lead on the design and development of Seamless for the past two years with a Consortium of organisations and the Australian Fashion Council. She has extensive experience in strategy and complex change management as a consultant, and a full range of...

I’m thrilled  to kick off Season 5 by welcoming Brooke Summers and Ashley Hollis from Cotton Australia. Cotton Australia is the peak representative body for the Australian cotton growing industry.  Brooke currently leads Cotton Australia's work to connect the credentials of the Australian cotton industry with stakeholders throughout the textile supply chain.   Brooke has three decades of experience in strategic communication, marketing, project management, community and stakeholder...

I’m excited to launch season 5 of the podcast and dive into our first Level Up Episode for 2024! I’ve decided to start a tradition here at Fashion Business Mindset and kick off each New Year with the Wheel of Life Exercise. This is a POWERFUL Tool that focuses on: REFLECTION – Where are you now? RESET– Where do you want to be? ACTION – Create a clear action plan to achieve your desired goals. So many of us are stepping into 2024 looking at our life, both personal and professional...

This is our last episode for 2023 as we plan to dive into Season 5 of the podcast in the New Year. Thank you for YOUR support throughout the year. Knowing how precious time is, I appreciate you tuning in to our conversations and I hope you are constantly inspired and informed by the incredible guests that have committed their time to share their journeys with us. This year has been filled with so many incredible stories, and my favourite topic has been how to achieve LONGEVITY and GROWTH...

In this episode, I speak with  Leila Naja Hibri.  Leila was appointed as the CEO of the Australian Fashion Council in 2020. Leila also sits on the CSIRO Chief Scientist’s Circular Economy Advisory Group, the UTS Vice-Chancellor's Industry Advisory Board, and is a Juror for the International Design Awards (IDA). With a background in Economics and Accounting, Leila has over twenty years of experience in business and industry leadership, particularly in Australia and Asia. Her career has...

In this episode, I speak with Marnie Goding, the Co-Founder of ELK. With a background in events and marketing, Marnie is a self taught entrepreneur with a passion for sustainable and ethical fashion.  Stemming from a desire to see broad sweeping industry change, she is moving ELK in a unique direction proving there is a better way to run business and make product. Her commitment to social and environmental responsibility has earned her numerous accolades and recognition as a leader in the...

In this episode,  I speak with Rebecca Thompson, the Founder, Designer and Director of the iconic Australian Fashion Label Rebecca Thompson.  Since launching in June 2000, Rebecca has become one of Australia's premier luxury fashion labels. The flagship Rebecca Thompson e-boutique offers a gorgeous mix of signature relaxed separates and unique dresses for every season. Each piece is distinctly Rebecca Thompson; timeless and classic.  With garments that are guaranteed to turn heads, every...

In this episode,  I speak with Paul Vasileff, the Creative Director and Founder of Paolo Sebastian, Paul learnt to sew from the age of three. Initially taught by his Grandmother he completed his first evening dress at age eleven, Vasileff was fascinated by the inner workings and underpinnings of garments. With dreams of one day becoming a couture designer, he developed his skills by undertaking private lessons in pattern making and sewing from the age of thirteen. After debuting his first...

We're taking Fashion Business Mindset NEXT LEVEL! In this episode,  I had the pleasure of interviewing James Bartle as my FIRST 'in-person' guest since launching our podcast in 2020. All prior 80 interviews have been conducted online, so I'm very excited to have the opportunity to invite some of our future guests into a gorgeous studio space. So if you like to WATCH your podcasts, head to our YouTube Channel.  In this episode, I’m chatting with James Bartle the founding CEO of Outland...

In this episode, I’m chatting with Mary Lou Ryan who co-founded bassike with Deborah Sams in 2006 to create what they couldn’t find: high quality, design-led, sustainably sourced wardrobe essentials. Lou & Deb chose to work with organic cotton, Australian makers and responsible business practices from the beginning. The pair designed the first collections from a 1950s cottage on Sydney’s Palm Beach, and bassike has the ease and vitality of Australian beach life in its DNA. Their debut...

In this episode, I speak with Nick Pearce, the Co-Founder & CEO of HoMie. HoMie is a streetwear clothing social enterprise that supports young people affected by homelessness or hardship with the skills, confidence & experiences to become more work-ready & better prepared for their future.  HoMie’s Brunswick St store in Melbourne is a base for HoMie's two social impact programs - our VIP Days and a training location for our HoMie Pathway Alliance Program, as well as where we...

In this episode, I speak with Vanessa Bell, a successful entrepreneur and advocate for sustainability, known for her expertise in the fashion and agricultural industries. Vanessa started her career as a model, gracing the pages of high-end fashion publications and walking the runway for top-tier designers. However, her true passion lies in farming and sustainable fashion. Vanessa owns close to 118,000 acres of pristine land in Australia and is one of the few women in the world with a...

My guest today is Kay Lang, The founder of Vixen and Fox. Today’s conversation goes deeper than sharing a start-up story, today Kay also openly shares her personal story of trauma and abuse with the intention of helping others.  In this episode we discuss some very sensitive and confronting experiences, please practice self care as you listen. If you feel triggered by this episode please seek support or call 1800 RESPECT.  Based on Australia’s Gold Coast, Kay Lang is the founder and...

Enjoy this Impact Edit with Donna & Marcello Abbate, the Founders of Fit For Life Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of chatting with some of the most inspiring thought leaders and changemakers in the fashion industry. From highly successful entrepreneurs and founders to those on their exciting start-up journey, my guests have shared their stories, insights, and strategies for making an impact while shaping the future of fashion. Thanks to you, our audience is growing...

In this episode, I speak with Alice Fitch, the Founder of Whola.  Alice Fitch is a dynamic entrepreneur with a successful history running fashion wholesale businesses. Her company Whola is transforming the way business is done in this legacy industry, leveraging the latest technologies and automation. The Whola platform is a one-stop-wholesale shop that has been embraced by 5000 retailers around Australia and internationally who use it to do their fashion buying. Alice’s mission is to make...

In this episode, I speak with Paul Zahra, the CEO of the Australian Retailers Association. Paul is a leading figure of Australian retail having worked in the industry for 40 years including in senior executive and non-executive roles and as a company advisor. Paul has previously held senior leadership positions at Target, Officeworks and at David Jones where he was the CEO and Managing Director. Paul leads the team at the Australian Retailers Association – Australia’s oldest, largest and...

In this episode, I speak with Justin Seskin and Camilla Frost from The DOM.   The DOM is Australia's leading premium online outlet with the inside scoop on the latest trends and best deals.  With over 250 brands on the platform, The DOM brings customers the best deals, all in one place.  The DOM is on a mission to disrupt the cycle of fashion. While speaking with Justin Seskin the Co-Founder of The DOM and Camilla Frost, the Senior Marketing Manager, we discover The DOM was Founded by retail...

In this episode, I speak with Marie Kinsella, the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group. As former Managing Director and Founder of Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Marie commenced in the events industry in 1989. Today as the CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group, Marie and her team conduct approximately 8 major trade shows annually. One of those is the Global Sourcing Expo coming up in Sydney in July and Melbourne in November. During our...

In this episode, I speak with Emma Puttick, the creator of Naudic. Together we dive into India Unlocked and how you can gain Immediate Access to a dynamic Supply Chain Ecosystem. Emma has built her business from the ground up, doing business in India for the past 18 years. What started as one style, made of 100% cotton, in seven colours, has now grown to an international brand that is shipped around the world.  Emma has travelled to India over 35 times and built long term relationships...

In this episode I speak with Judy Deuchar. Judy is Chief Executive Officer of TVSN, Australia’s leading experiential retailer. TVSN films 13 hours of live TV, 7 days a week broadcast across Australia and New Zealand.  TVSN offers a wide range of quality products from fashion, accessories, jewellery and skincare to homewares, electrical and gardening, guaranteeing that each customer shopping experience is seamless, convenient and enjoyable. Prior to her ongoing achievements at TVSN, Judy...