We're kicking off our LEVEL UP SESSIONS, a series of episodes designed to help you take your business to the next level.  These sessions together will be focussed on inspiration and education – a mini strategy session for you to take away some actionable steps and apply them to your own business and keep moving forward. These sessions might even inspire you to consider exploring consulting and spark a renewed focus on your own professional and business development.  In today's episode,...

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 rapidly, with new listeners joining us every week. To help you gain the most out of our...

In this episode, I speak with Natalie Dabscheck.  A leader in the industry, becoming the founder and creative director of Australian fashion brand MOS the Label wasn’t so much a choice as Natalie’s destiny with over 20 years’ experience in the fashion industry. A female owned and led business, MOS the Label was created in Sydney, near the beaches of Bondi by founder & mother, Natalie Dabscheck. Natalie envisioned a brand for women like her - crafting feminine pieces with a relaxed...

This episode is the start of my new SOLO SESSIONS.  These will be our Level Up Sessions, where I focus on topics that have come directly out of an IN REAL TIME consulting session with a client. Hot off the press so to speak!  These sessions will be focussed on inspiration and education – a mini strategy session for you to take away some actionable steps and apply them to your own business and keep moving forward. These sessions might even inspire you to consider exploring consulting and...

In this episode, I chat with Nat Welfare. Nat Welfare is a social media strategist and founder of SZN Social, a Melbourne-based marketing agency working with fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. With a degree in Psychology and a background working in tech startups, rather than agencies, Nat is fast becoming known for her non-traditional style of marketing. Her mission is to help brands build cult-like online communities by developing unique campaigns and strategies that blend elements of...

In this episode, I chat with Jay Wright, the founder of the Ecommerce Equation. Jay is a leading voice in the world of ecommerce. He and his team work tirelessly to provide established business owners with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to scale their operations and achieve success. With over 500 trusted clients, including some of Australia’s top ecommerce brands, Jay has proven himself to be a skilled leader and expert in the field.Jay’s passion for ecommerce stems from his...

Welcome to Season 4 of Fashion. Business. Mindset! We are kicking off our new season with an inspiring, purpose-driven guest who together with the team at DECJUBA is making a positive social impact.  In this episode, I chat with Gill Whelan the General Manager of DECJUBA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of leading fashion retailer, DECJUBA.  Working closely with DECJUBA Owner & CEO, Tania Austin, Gill is establishing and steering partnerships with local and international charity...

In our final episode for 2022, I welcome Elle Roseby, the Managing Director of Country Road, an iconic Australian lifestyle brand with a rich heritage.  Elle has forged a remarkable career through fostering positive, results-driven cultures with a focus on innovation and collaboration. Over 30 years, she has risen through the ranks of some of Australia’s most respected retailers, including Myer, Sportsgirl and Supré, her tenures at the latter two cementing her reputation as someone who can...

In our 60th episode, Elizabeth unpacks her recent Sourcing Experience Trip to Incredible India. As much as it was almost impossible to put this personal and professional transformational experience into words, Elizabeth shares the profound experiences she and the inspiring group of businesswomen on the trip all had. The trip was so professionally and personally transformational, that it's happening all again on the 14-22nd Feb 23! This trip is hosted on the ground in India by Embark...

In this episode, I chat with Beth Glancey the General Manager and Global Head of Partnerships for AirRobe. AirRobe is Australia’s re-commerce tech darling revolutionising fashion for the conscious consumer. AirRobe is a world-first technology that connects brands and customers to the circular economy in one click.  Beth is a retail guru with 15 years of experience at some of the world's most known and loved brands.  Beth comes from luxury pedigree, having spent the last 8 years at global...

In this episode, I chat with Christina Exie, the founder and creative director of Australian athleisure brand EXIE. When Christina won reality TV show Project Runway in 2012, judges Megan Gale and Peter Morrissey deemed her pieces worthy of any Milan or Paris runway - they said she was ready for global design success!.Ten years later, Christina says it turns out she is! Christina's mission is to give women technical activewear combined with a street-style aesthetic and inspire them to unleash...

In this episode, I chat with Karen Williams - Executive and Leadership Coach, Trainer, Writer and Speaker. Karen and her team work with leaders across industry to build environments of high engagement and transformational results. They do this through Karen's proven Leadership Excellence framework which includes work on mindset and managing triggers, communication, collaboration, accountability conversations, trust, coach-like leadership and much more. As an Executive and Leadership coach and...

In this episode, I chat with Jeremy Meltzer, the Founder of i=Change. Jeremy is a social entrepreneur and inspiring voice for women's rights globally. He created i=Change to help accelerate the impact of extraordinary development projects, focused on empowering women and girls. As a young man, Jeremy was moved to action while living in Cuba. He was shocked at how violence against women seemed accepted and was even considered 'normal' across Latin America. This left him with a burning...

Enjoy tuning into this enriching episode focused on Wellness and Mindfulness. Workplace Wellness statistics: Burnout, stress, physical health and anxiety are significant issues in the workplace...throw the pandemic's mental health impact into the mix - and business leaders now need to meet dramatically heightened needs for health and wellness support. The CSIRO conducted a study with 4,000 participants emerging from COVID-19 lockdowns feeling their exercise (66%), emotional wellbeing (41%)...

In this episode, I chat with Emily Riggs, the Founder & Creative Director of Iris and Wool. After cancer struck, twice, Emily designed a life with purpose When she was just 10 years old, Emily was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Shortly after her diagnosis, her mother lost her own cancer battle, passing away from breast cancer, aged 43. In her most difficult days, Emily found herself turning to fashion for comfort and to express her creative flair. Years later, Emily found love...

Welcome to Season 3 of our podcast. I could not have hoped for a more inspiring, purpose-led GUEST + ORGANISATION to be speaking with. Anthony Chesler, is the CEO of Thread Together Anthony is a respected leader and trusted advisor and joined Thread Together in the role of CEO in 2019 after a 20 year career in global management consulting where he held several leadership roles. Anthony leads the team at Thread Together and heads up the overall strategic, operational and financial...

I'm so excited to launch season 3 of the podcast and dive into our first episode for 2022! So many of us have stepped into this year looking at our life through a completely different lens. So many of my clients, colleagues, friends, and family have experienced some profound SHIFTS. Whether that is around: - Values and the way we live our lives - Career Path - Business Direction - Passion and Purpose - Ambition and Aspirations So in this episode, I wanted to chat about whether starting...

An end of year wrap up of 'The Year that was' with your host Elizabeth Formosa. It's been a year filled with REFLECTION, RESETS AND RESILIENCE. And we know now more than ever how important COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION IS and we are privileged to be able to continue this journey with all of you and support you to make your Fashion Business Vision a Reality. So CHEERS to YOU! We've loved every minute of making memories with you all! I'll be back in the new year with another inspiring lineup of...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Beverley Johnson, the Founder of Consequence of Change. Beverley has been involved in the retail fashion industry for many years working for lifestyle brands in senior Marketing Director positions. Her passion is building strong brands that engage consumers, providing an experience beyond just a product. This passion has led her to develop and launch her own brand Consequence of Change - limited edition bags in collaboration with artists. Beverley...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Molly Rogers and Emma Clegg, the Co-Founders of JAM the label. Molly and Emma met while studying occupational therapy at university and bonded over a shared passion for their work. They were both casual disability support workers for teenagers, Jack and Maddie, at the time, and would often discuss how difficult the teens found dressing, as they both used wheelchairs. "Not only was it difficult for them, but anything that was easier for them to get...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Ross Phelan, the Managing Director of cherrichella. Ross launched cherrichella, a Melbourne designed, limited edition footwear brand in 2020 which is sold via cherrichella.com.au and other leading online marketplaces including The Iconic & Surfstich. Ross has worked in the fashion industry for 20 years and started within the industry as a footwear Product & Sales Manager working for Therapy Shoes. Ross has developed and sold footwear to most of...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Bridget Bell, the Founder of Style Ambition. Bridget is an industry expert who has styled over 150 celebrity shoots, television shows, red carpets and events, creating thousands of looks for men and women. She has worked with Ten, Seven, Nine and Foxtel during her career as a stylist of 15 years. Having worked in the fashion industry as an assistant designer before becoming a stylist she can easily spot a great brand or style on the rack for her...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Erica Bartle, the Director of Research & Strategy for Outland Denim. Outland Denim is the Australian jeans company changing the lives of young women in Cambodia through its profit-for-purpose business model. As a founding partner in the company along with her husband, James, @bartle.james, Erica's primary role involves researching and advising on communications and strategy in line with current theory and practice in the worlds of international...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with Danielle Sady, the Founder & Managing Director of Everyday Lingerie Co. Danielle has a career of more than 20 years working for several of Australia's largest wholesale, retail, and franchisee businesses across a large variety of industries behind her. She's gained valuable experience in sales, operations, product management, strategic planning and team building which allowed her to go on and create Everyday Lingerie Co, her own underwear...

In this episode, Elizabeth speaks with sisters Marika and Ilana who started their namesake label Lanamara when they couldn't find handbags that sparked a sense of modernity and uniqueness but also practicality. After previously making clothes for themselves which reflected their open-spirited style and sensibility the pair thought it was an opportunity to bring this same influence to the Australian handbag and accessories market. Marika and her mother, Maureen a talented artisan herself,...