Episode 48 of The Manic Metallic Podcast is a masterclass in branding and visibility, courtesy of multifaceted St. Louis-based fashionpreneur AK Brown. We discuss such topics as: Why we are stronger together in fashion rather than constantly working against each other - AKA, why we need to set our egos aside to achieve positive results for fashionThe concept of a “fraudscape” - and how it has made its way into both the fashion and media landscapeWhy we really, REALLY need to double down on creating websites and newsletters for our businesses - and how to get newsletter subscribersAn argument for counterfeiting and dupes that you would not expectMeta/Facebook’s blue check mark monetization initiativeHow to get media visibility - and why it isn’t always necessary to have a large audience in order to build partnershipsAnd more! AK'S BIOAK Brown - The Fashion Connector™ is a multifaceted fashionpreneur, fashion expert, thought leader, and connection maker who uses her platform to educate and advocate for other fashion brands, creatives, & businesses.   As a St. Louis-based fashion innovator with 10 years of experience, AK has grown her brand through various avenues including the product development, styling, media, non-profit, & educational sectors. She is the founder and CEO of FWRDSociety - the first nonprofit for Black, Brown, & POC fashion creatives and professionals in St. Louis, MO, co-owner of PinkMuse Studio, a fashion editorial studio and magazine, and is an adjunct professor at Stevens - The Institute of Business & Arts. She’s been quoted as such in fashion outlets including Teen Vogue, The Zoe Report, InStyle, & Bustle, and has worked with organizations and community leaders locally and nationally, including Cori Bush, Washington University, & MAGIC. RESOURCESUnderstanding the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rule governing date in the European Union https://www.cjr.org/tow_center_reports/understanding-general-data-protection-regulation.php  Edgy Chic Boutique https://edgychicboutique.com/  Style Vault https://thestylevaultboutique.com/  Hustle City: Instagram - @hustl3c1t4_cf  Connect With AK Brown: Website: https://www.akbrownstl.com/  Instagram: @akbrownstl Podcast: The Haute Guide https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-haute-guide/id1661230412  PURCHASE "THE MANIC METALLIC GUIDE TO CREATING A FASHION COMPANY"https://manicmetallic.com/product/the-manic-metallic-tech-guide-to-creating-a-fashion-company/  SHOP MANIC METALLIC'S E-COMMERCE STOREhttps://manicmetallic.com/shop/ SUPPORT THE MANIC METALLIC PODCAST ($)https://app.redcircle.com/shows/11d2b542-f3b4-4462-b85e-5708034cb823/donations CONNECT WITH THE MANIC METALLIC PODCASTInstagram: @themanicmetallicpodcast CONNECT WITH MANIC METALLICSubscribe To Our Newsletter: https://bit.ly/manicnewsletter Visit Our Website: https://manicmetallic.com/ Follow Us On Instagram: @manicmetallic Follow Us On TikTok: @manicmetallicofficial CONNECT WITH LIBERTYInstagram: @liberty.imhoff Website: libertyimhoff.com  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-manic-metallic-podcast/exclusive-content