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The Mentor FilesS3 E13: Girl Meets Dirt’s Audra Lawlor on Self-Discovery and Growing RootsIn this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Audra Lawlor, the founder of Girl Meets Dirt, a renowned jam company based on Orcas Island. Audra shares her remarkable journey from the fast-paced world of banking in New York City to the serene, community-driven life on Orcas Island. She discusses the pivotal moments that led to her decision to leave her high-powered career, the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a close-knit community, and the deep personal connections she found through her work with heritage orchards. This episode is a must-listen for...2024-07-1844 minThe Mentor FilesHOLD -- Rob Royer - Multi-Mode Founder on The Marriage of Two EntrepreneursJoin host Monica Royer as she dives into the unique dynamics of entrepreneurship within a marriage with Rob Royer, her husband and fellow entrepreneur, to discuss the rollercoaster ride of building businesses, supporting each other through peaks and valleys, and the lessons learned along the way. The two discuss:- Rob's Entrepreneurial Journey: Rob shares his experience of founding and running a direct-to-consumer furniture business and the lessons he learned from its eventual sale. He talks about his current venture and how his past experiences are shaping his approach.- The Entrepreneurial Family:2024-06-0433 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E10: Winnie Park – Forever 21 CEO on Leading with Curiosity and AuthenticityIn this powerful episode of The Mentor Files, Monica Royer sits down with Winnie Park, the CEO of Forever 21, to discuss her remarkable journey in the world of fashion and retail, and the personal trials that have shaped her into the leader she is today. Winnie shares insights into her approach to innovation, the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset, and leading with authenticity. She also opens up about her background, the influence of her family, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding career. From overcoming language barriers to dealing with family mental health issues, Winnie's story is o...2024-04-1849 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E9: Building a Wellness Empire with Co-Founders of The Fitz Michelle Shetty and Suzie CarrollIn this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Michelle Shetty and Suzie Carroll, co-founders of The Fitz, a medical aesthetic and wellness practice based in Chicago. They discuss the journey from nursing in a clinical setting to entrepreneurship, the importance of aligning values, and the challenges and rewards of starting and growing a successful business. They also touch on the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and the significance of self-care in their personal and professional lives.Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] - Introduction to The Mentor Files and today's guests, Michelle...2024-04-0441 min
How I Made It ThroughTHE COSMIC ORGASMIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Bill Letson, a retired fire captain who shares his near-death experience (NDE) and the lessons he learned from his journey beyond. Bill recounts the fateful day he contracted a severe illness while saving a patient, leading to his hospitalization and a life-changing NDE. He describes traveling through a star-filled realm, interacting with otherworldly beings, and the overwhelming sense of love and peace he encountered. Kristin and Bill delve into the spiritual implications of his experience, the nature of consciousness, and how it has...2024-03-2656 minHow I Made It ThroughUnraveling WHO WE REALLY AREIn this captivating episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor engages with the extraordinary Steven Machat, a multifaceted entertainment industry veteran and author who has worked with iconic artists and delved deeply into the mysteries of life and death. Steven shares his profound insights on his near-death experience (NDE), the interconnectedness of all religions, and the fundamental nature of our existence as energy and consciousness. He discusses his books, "Unraveling the Bible" and "We've Gotta Get Out of This Place," which reflect his extensive research and alternative perspectives on creation and our cosmic origins. Steven's storytelling...2024-03-1936 minHow I Made It ThroughTHE SECRET TO MANIFESTATIONIn this episode of How I Made It Through, Kristin Taylor sits down with Marilyn Lawrence to discuss the power of intuition and the importance of releasing harmful emotions to achieve full life satisfaction. Marilyn shares her personal journey of embracing her intuitive gifts and offers practical advice for listeners to tap into their own. With the backdrop of the numerologically significant year of 2024, Marilyn provides insights into how we can all navigate our paths with infinite possibilities. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will leave you feeling empowered to take charge of your own spiritual journey.2024-03-1254 minHow I Made It ThroughA NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE revealed the SURPRISE OF HIS LIFEIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor engages in a deep and revealing conversation with John Kelley, a man whose life was forever altered by a near-death experience (NDE) at the age of 19. From a turbulent childhood to a transformative spiritual journey, John shares his story of awakening, his exploration into the realms of psychic abilities, meditation, energy healing, and martial arts. This episode takes us on a journey through John's incredible experiences, his teachings, and the wisdom he has gained along the way. Whether you're a spiritual seeker or simply curious about...2024-03-0559 min
Behind Her EmpireHow This Accidental Entrepreneur Solved Her Own Problem & Built a Multi-Million Dollar Baby Brand Along the Way with Monica Royer, Founder of Monica + AndyMonica Royer is the founder and CEO of Monica + Andy, an organic baby clothing and essentials brand. Monica had no intention of becoming an entrepreneur, but after the birth of her daughter, she struggled to find a brand that offered safe, organic clothing and an easy shopping experience for parents. Monica wanted complete confidence that what touched her baby’s skin was the safest fabric available. Inspired by her brother Andy Dunn's success with Bonobos, she saw the potential of direct-to-consumer business models to disrupt and decided to launch her business in 2014. Fast forward to today, Mon...2024-03-0455 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E8: Danielle Brown - Healthy Girl Kitchen on Plant-Based Eating that Fits Your LifestyleIn this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Danielle Brown, the plant-based living advocate and creator behind Healthy Girl Kitchen. They delve into Danielle's personal journey from a culinary enthusiast to a wellness entrepreneur, her transition to a plant-based diet during college, and how she turned her passion for healthy, easy-to-make food into a thriving social media presence and a successful business.Key Points Discussed:Danielle's early love for cooking and how watching cooking shows inspired her.The unhealthy eating habits Danielle developed in college and the health issues...2024-02-2742 minHow I Made It ThroughMan gets a TOUR OF HEAVENIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Stephen Chong, an author from Far North Queensland, Australia. Stephen shares his extraordinary, atypical near-death experience (NDE) and the spiritual revelations that followed. His story is not your typical NDE tale, but one that explores the soul's purpose, the journey after life, and the unique insights he gained about the afterlife. Through his experience, Stephen has become a messenger of hope and inspiration, encapsulating his learnings in his latest book.Highlights:- Stephen recounts the accident that led to his...2024-02-2756 minHow I Made It ThroughReverend recounts ALIEN ENCOUNTERIn this captivating episode, Kristin Taylor welcomes back Rev. Bill McDonald for his second appearance on "How I Made It Through." Rev. McDonald continues to share his extraordinary journey, focusing on spiritually transformative experiences, including his encounters with extraterrestrial beings and the profound impact these events had on his life.**Key Points Discussed:**- **Introduction of Rev. Bill McDonald:** Kristin introduces Rev. McDonald, highlighting his mission to teach the power of love and forgiveness and his life-long mystical journey.- **Rev. McDonald's Early Extraterrestrial Encounter:** Rev. McDonald recounts a chilling childhood experience of an...2024-02-2056 minHow I Made It ThroughLearning to INFLUENCE THE WORLDIn this enlightening episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor engages in a profound conversation with Rev. Bill McDonald, a spiritual teacher and author who has survived numerous near-death experiences and a combat tour in Vietnam. Rev. McDonald shares his journey of self-discovery, the importance of love and forgiveness, and his mission to help others change their own frequencies to impact the world positively.Key Points:- Rev. Bill McDonald's life has been a mystical journey involving spiritual transformations, near-death experiences, and supernatural events during his time in Vietnam.- He...2024-02-1351 min
Retail Gets RealLIVE: Monica Royer on bringing Monica + Andy to WalmartMonica + Andy was born in a delivery room, not a boardroom. As Monica Royer held her newborn daughter in her arms, she wanted nothing more than complete confidence that what touched her baby’s skin was the softest, safest fabric available. On today’s episode, Monica Royer, co-founder and CEO of Monica + Andy, joins the show live from the NRF Foundation Student Program in New York City to talk about her incredible career journey, growing her organic baby clothing and accessories brand, partnering with Walmart and what the future of retail looks like. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.2024-02-0633 minHow I Made It ThroughBIG SECRETS are to be REVEALEDIn this powerful episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Eric Taylor, an intuitive astrologer and multifaceted coach, to discuss his harrowing journey through a life-threatening encounter with COVID-19, the loss of his mother, and the profound spiritual awakening that followed. Eric shares insights from his near-death experience (NDE), the battles he fought in other dimensions, and how these events have reshaped his understanding of life, death, and his purpose in the world.- Introduction to Eric Taylor, a professional intuitive astrologer, relationship coach, actor, writer, and former teacher for disabled...2024-02-061h 05How I Made It Through5TH DIMENSIONAL LIVINGIn this episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Lynda Diane Nichols, a spiritual intuitive, personal transformation thought leader, business strategist, conscious channel, medical intuitive, and energy alchemist. With over 45 years of experience, Lynda shares her insights into the power of intuition, the journey of personal growth, and the process of connecting with one’s soul to discover inner power and purpose. She also discusses her work as a medical intuitive and her unique ability to provide accurate life guidance.Key Points Discussed:- Lynda's early experiences with spirituality an...2024-01-3050 minHow I Made It ThroughATHEIST DIES and returns A BELIEVERIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Ray Catania, an author, metaphysical teacher, and coach, who shares his transformative journey from a turbulent childhood and near-death experience to becoming a beacon of hope and guidance for many. Ray discusses his struggle with accepting his intuitive abilities, the impact of his near-death experience, and how he eventually embraced his calling to help others through his work in scientific spiritualism and metaphysics.**Key Points Discussed:**- Ray's chaotic early life and how it shaped his comfort with chaos...2024-01-2354 minHow I Made It ThroughCouple's LOVE CONTINUES after man's WIFE PASSES AWAYDespite facing personal hardships, Tim found his soulmate and demonstrated to their children that love can conquer all of life’s challenges. Tragically, Tim’s beloved wife, Mari Lynn, passed away in 2017. However, he discovered that he could still communicate with her and began documenting their interactions. Their conversations flow effortlessly, as if they were still physically together. 1. Introduction:- Host Kristin Taylor introduces the podcast "How I Made It Through" and today's guest, Tim Bair, who shares profound messages received from his late wife, Marilyn.2. Marilyn's Message:- Tim shares a poignant messa...2024-01-161h 05How I Made It ThroughWoman has NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE after EMERGENCY CESAREAN; Given a choice to STAY ON THE OTHER SIDE or RETURN TO HER FAMILYIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Wendy Harrington, an author, mentor, speaker, and dedicated mother, who shares her incredible journey of survival, spiritual awakening, and personal transformation. Wendy opens up about her life-altering near-death experience (NDE) in 2001, which led her on a global quest for knowledge and understanding of the spiritual connection's impact on our well-being. Tune in as Wendy delves into the depths of her experience, the lessons she learned, and the practices she now shares to help others rediscover love, peace, and fulfillment in their lives.2024-01-0956 minHow I Made It ThroughTEENAGER visited by DECEASED grandfather - Discovers PSYCHIC CHANNELIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor engages in a deep conversation with Zach Tavcar, who shares his transformative journey from surviving leukemia to discovering his life purpose and psychic abilities. Zach recounts his near-death experience (NDE) at the age of 14, an encounter with his deceased grandfather, and how this pivotal event led him to explore the realms of meditation, channeling, and quantum healing.Key Points Discussed:- Zach's battle with leukemia and the NDE that changed his life.- The encounter with his deceased grandfather in a...2024-01-0258 minHow I Made It ThroughWoman HIT BY BUS AND DIES - Has MESSAGES to send about the AFTER LIFEIn this profound episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor engages in a captivating conversation with Anne Bayford, a multi-faceted medium, past life practitioner, and trans channeler. Anne shares her incredible journey of psychic discovery, near-death experiences, and her role as a co-founder of Odyssey, a platform for spiritual well-being. With a mix of humor and depth, Anne offers insights into her childhood experiences with the supernatural, her work as a medium, and how she navigates the complexities of communicating with the other side.Key Points Discussed:- Anne's early realization of...2023-12-2658 minHow I Made It ThroughMan's NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE reveals TRUTH behind DISEASE AND HEALINGIn this enlightening episode of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor dives deep into the realms of spirituality, reincarnation, and ancient wisdom with guest David Cobb. David shares his extraordinary journey from a successful career in film and television production and professional athletics to becoming a shaman with profound insights into the afterlife and the teachings of ancient Native American spirits. Through his near-death experiences and spiritual awakenings, David reveals the importance of understanding our past lives and how they shape our present, the true nature of karma, and the significance of illness as a call for...2023-12-191h 00The Mentor FilesS3 E6: Dr. Sonya Bhole - Embracing the Journey in Medicine and MotherhoodIn this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Dr. Sonya Bhole, a breast imaging radiologist at Northwestern Medicine. They dive into a candid conversation about finding one's purpose, the importance of embracing every step of the journey, and how inspiration can strike from the most unexpected places.Key Takeaways:- Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places, including outside of your professional field.- It's important to embrace the journey and not just focus on reaching the destination.- Early career experiences, even those at the...2023-12-1229 minHow I Made It ThroughWoman's NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE reveals life on an AQUATIC PLANETIn this episode of Season 4 of "How I Made It Through," host Kristin Taylor sits down with Sharon Sananda Kumara, a psychic medium, spiritual counselor, and hypnotherapist specializing in past life therapy and contactee memory recovery. Sharon shares her profound experiences with near-death experiences (NDEs), her childhood memories, and her transformative spiritual journey that began after her second NDE in 2001.Key Points from the Episode:- Sharon's early life was marked by trauma and an inability to remember much of her childhood. Her psychic abilities manifested early on, with visions of deceased relatives and premonitions....2023-12-1258 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E5: Catherine McCord - Founder of Weelicious on Simplifying Mealtime for FamiliesIn this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of feeding a family. Catherine McCord, the brain behind Weelicious and the author of four game-changing cookbooks, shares her journey from culinary school to becoming a mom, and the creation of Weelicious, a platform designed to empower parents in the kitchen. Catherine emphasizes the importance of making mealtime fun, approachable, and nutritious, especially when dealing with picky eaters or managing a busy schedule.In this episode, Catherine and Monica discuss:• The inspiration behind Weelicious and how it evolved with Catherine's growing family....2023-12-0533 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E4: Manuela Zoninsein - Founder of Kadeya on Building a Sustainable Future and Balancing Motherhood with EntrepreneurshipIn this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with entrepreneur Manuela Zoninsein, founder and CEO of Kadeya. Manuela delves into the challenges and rewards of motherhood, her experiences living abroad, the importance of building a supportive network as a parent and business owner and her vision to visionary entrepreneur determined to eliminate single-use beverage containers with her innovative company, Kadeya.The sisters-in-law discuss:• Manuela discusses the mission behind her company Kadeya, which aims to revolutionize the way we hydrate by eliminating single-use beverage containers with a low-waste vending mac...2023-11-2839 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E3: Navyn Salem - Founder of Edesia Nutrition On Tackling Global Malnutrition and Balancing MotherhoodIn this deeply impactful episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Navyn Salem, the founder of Edesia Nutrition, a non-profit organization on a mission to end malnutrition globally. Navyn shares her journey from being a mom of four to spearheading a global initiative that produces life-saving food products for malnourished children. Tune in to hear Navyn's story of resilience, innovation, and her vision of a world where every child has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.In this episode:Navyn Salem shares her inspiration for starting Edesia Nutrition...2023-11-2138 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E2: Brian Bloom - Monica + Andy Co-Founder on What Really Matters in a Business PartnershipJoin host Monica Royer as she sits down with Brian Bloom, her co-founder of Monica + Andy, to discuss the evolution of their business partnership, the behind-the-scenes of building a brand, and the personal growth they've experienced along the way. From starting as a bachelor with no ties to baby clothes to becoming a father and an integral part of a thriving company, Brian shares his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, parenthood, and the value of a strong business partnership. The business partners discuss:The Genesis of Monica + Andy: Brian reflects on his initial decision to j...2023-11-1422 minThe Mentor FilesS3 E1: Andy Dunn - Author of "Burn Rate" on Bringing His Mental Health Struggle Out of the ShadowsAndy Dunn co-founded Bonobos, a revolutionary menswear e-commerce brand. But, behind the scenes, he was struggling with bipolar disorder. “Here’s the real story of what was going on, which I think was a heckuva lot more interesting than selling pants on the internet,” he tells host Monica Royer—who also happens to be his sister. In this episode of The Mentor Files, Monica Royer sits down with her brother, Andy Dunn, to discuss how his journey with mental health influenced his entrepreneurial experience. The siblings discuss:Andy discusses his experience with bipolar disorder and how it...2023-11-0734 min
Retail RemixThoughtful Design: Inside Monica + Andy’s Approach to Children’s ApparelThis episode is brought to you by Commerce.At Monica + Andy, thoughtfulness is at the core of everything the brand does. The team, led by founder and CEO Monica Royer, believes that every decision should be made by first considering the possible impact on customers, employees and the environment. This episode of Retail Remix highlights how this mindset applies to all aspects of Monica + Andy, from product design to customer service, marketing and company culture. Alicia Esposito chats with Monica + Andy Founder Monica Royer about:The inspiration behind Monica + Andy, including how her p...2023-11-0641 minThe Mentor FilesThe Mentor Files Returns With Season 3 on November 7th, 2023.I'm thrilled to announce that The Mentor Files is back for a new season and we're digging deeper than ever before into the story behind the story. As the founder of Monica and Andy, I'm always eager to connect our community with sources of all kinds of inspiration. Join me this season as we hear from entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and experts who are all changing the game.Join Monica as she interviews her brother, and founder of Bonobos, Andy Dunn in episode 1. The Mentor Files returns November 7th, 2023.2023-11-0100 min
The Retail X Series PodcastHow Brands Think About Retail Tech Featuring Monica Royer of Monica & AndyEver wondered how brands make the decision to implement a particular retail tech product? This episode features Monica Royer, Founder & CEO of Monica & Andy, a baby & children’s apparel brand. Monica gives us an inside look into how she thinks about technology, what types of solutions are interesting to her as a founder, and tips for retail tech founders in selling to brands. The criteria for incorporating new tech products at various stages of the brand’s growthMonica & Andy's build vs. buy decision with technology productsWhy retail tech companies need to understand the brand’s internal stakeholders and capabil...2023-10-2339 min
The Modern Retail PodcastMonica + Andy CEO Monica Royer on expanding the children's apparel brandAt first glance, children's apparel brand Monica + Andy looks like many other digitally-native businesses. It launched during the DTC heyday, in 2014, most of its sales are online and it's been growing and expanding sales channels every year.But the company has had an interesting trajectory that bucks many of the trends. For one, while it is a digital brand, one of the first things it did was open a store. And for the first few years, its Chicago store was the brunt of its business."We didn't pay for a single online acquisition maybe until...2023-10-1238 min
RETHINK RETAILMonica Royer, Founder & CEO of Monica + AndyThis episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at eTail East on August 22, 2023.
Our guest today is Monica Royer, a first-generation entrepreneur inspired by her heritage and the birth of her child to establish her successful organic children's wear, Monica and Andy.
Having transitioned from a career in pharmaceuticals to the fashion industry, Monica learned the ropes of entrepreneurship through her brother Andy's venture with Bonobos and with the support of dedicated mentors.
With a commitment to sustainability, equitable work environments, and providing resources for other parents, Monica is influential in the retail industry and is a role...2023-09-0116 min
LEADING BRANDS® — Wavebreak PodcastScaling into Retail Without Losing DTC Roots: Monica + Andy with Founder and CEO Monica RoyerIn this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Monica Royer, Founder & CEO of Monica + Andy, the children’s and family brand parents can rely on for the products, resources, and support needed to confidently navigate every stage of raising a family. Monica’s experience advising her brother, Andy Dunn, Founder of Bonobos, combined with her passion for high quality essentials and entrepreneurship, has been a driving force behind the continued growth and evolution of the Monica + Andy brand.You'll also learn:Why the brand launched with a retail location and how it becam...2023-06-0550 min
The FortAndy Dunn - Co-Founder of Bonobos - Building an Apparel Co, Future of EComm, and Bipolar Disorder We'd appreciate you filling out our audience survey, so we can continuously work on providing relevant content to our listeners. http://www.thefortpod.com/surveyAndy Dunn co-founded the menswear brand Bonobos and served as CEO until its 2017 acquisition by Walmart. As an investor, he has backed more than eighty startups, including Warby Parker, Coinbase, Away, Glossier, Real, Parade, SeatGeek, and Alula. In May, Dunn will release a memoir, titled Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind, which explores the intersection of ent...2023-04-111h 08The FortAndy Dunn - Co-Founder of Bonobos - Building an Apparel Co, Future of EComm, and Bipolar Disorder We'd appreciate you filling out our audience survey, so we can continuously work on providing relevant content to our listeners. http://www.thefortpod.com/surveyAndy Dunn co-founded the menswear brand Bonobos and served as CEO until its 2017 acquisition by Walmart. As an investor, he has backed more than eighty startups, including Warby Parker, Coinbase, Away, Glossier, Real, Parade, SeatGeek, and Alula. In May, Dunn will release a memoir, titled Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind, which explores the intersection of ent...2023-04-111h 08How I Made It ThroughPause for Reflection: When Time Travels Too Fast!This week I share my thoughts on the concept of time, letting go of loved ones and exploring moving through grief by experiencing loss through the lens of nostalgia when our despair feels overwhelming (as inspired by Richard Martini and Jennifer Shaffer). As usual, I talk about soul contracts, love and the importance of being present to the amazing ride that is our lives!This week I share my thoughts on the concept of time, letting go of loved ones and exploring moving through grief by experiencing loss through the lens of nostalgia when our despair feels...2023-03-2108 minHow I Made It ThroughPause for Reflection: What's Around the CornerThis week's PFR is very short and to the point. In it I share a bit about the upcoming guests and direction of the show. Have a listen as I spill the beans (a little) about what Psychic Medium Isabeau Maxwell has to say about 2023, 24 and even 25. Her episode is coming next week and you won't want to miss it. As always, thank you for tuning in, there is so much goodness on the horizon!*****************************SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel!SUBSCRIBE to How I Made It Through on Apple Podcasts2023-01-2405 minHow I Made It ThroughThe Afterlife & Accessing Your Divine Council: Richard Martini, Part OneToday's guest is Richard Martini, an award-winning American film director, producer, screenwriter and freelance journalist. Heads up, this conversation is wild and wonderful, so buckle up! Rich has made quite a name for himself in exploring and accessing the afterlife (or what he refers to as the “flipside”). In his latest and 10th book, “Divine Councils in the Afterlife”, Rich shares transcripts of the many conversations people have had with their “divine councils”(more commonly referred to as “spirit guides”). These conversations are fascinating! “Flipside” was his debut non-fiction book. The documentaries “Flipside and Talking to Bill Paxton” and “Hacking the Afterlife” are...2023-01-171h 03How I Made It ThroughThe Strength to Endure with Former Major League Pitcher Dave DraveckyAt Olympic Stadium in Montreal, in his second start after coming back from cancer surgery (that involved removing 50% of his deltoid muscle), Giants southpaw pitcher, Dave Dravecky suffers a broken arm. Dave collapses to the ground and clutches his left arm in severe pain after throwing a wild pitch to Tim Raines. This will be his final pitch. In 1991, he went on to have his arm, shoulder and the left side of his collarbone amputated in order to spare his life from the spread of cancer. In enduring the amputation and the loss of his childhood dream, Dave was...2022-03-151h 20
Superpowers PodcastAndy Dunn - Collective Self-AwarenessMy friendship with Andy Dunn started 10 years ago at a conference in Hawaii. Even though we have been in each other's lives for a long time, I had no idea he is a life-long sufferer of depression. When we think about incredible entrepreneurs, like Andy, it is hard to believe that they can be so successful while battling such dark times. Today, on the show, we hear about the human behind the entrepreneur. Andy shares his tumultuous journey and how his mental illness has shaped the way he creates his future businesses.
We discuss how new startup founders may struggle...2021-08-1146 min
How Success HappensMonica Royer, Founder of Monica+Andy, on Success as an Entrepreneur & Mom After her daughter was born, Monica Royer began to look for quality, organic baby clothes and a company that was willing to work with moms. Realizing a hole in the market, she decided to create her own brand by founding Monica+Andy. Monica+Andy aspires to be the most thoughtful children's apparel brand on the market. All of their products and services are designed and approved by moms, for moms, in order to ensure they're up to the best standards for kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-07-2849 min
How Success HappensMonica Royer, Founder of Monica+Andy, on Success as an Entrepreneur & Mom After her daughter was born, Monica Royer began to look for quality, organic baby clothes and a company that was willing to work with moms. Realizing a hole in the market, she decided to create her own brand by founding Monica+Andy. Monica+Andy aspires to be the most thoughtful children's apparel brand on the market. All of their products and services are designed and approved by moms, for moms, in order to ensure they're up to the best standards for kids.2021-07-2847 min
Open, Honest, and Direct: Stories from Powerful Leaders on What It Takes to Unlock Your Team’s PotenHiring for will: Monica Royer | Founder & CEO, Monica + AndyIn this episode, Monica Royer, the founder and CEO of Monica + Andy – a company that provides organic essentials for kids and babies, along with kids’ classes and events for new and expecting parents in their Guideshops around the country and virtually, talks about how she and her team pivoted their business successfully during the COVID pandemic. Monica believes it’s key to hire the right people and embrace a humans-first culture in order to meet the challenges. Monica also talks about her personal mission to empower other female entrepreneurs and young girls to reach their potential through The Monica + Andy Girls...2021-02-2723 min
Raising The Bar on LeadershipHiring for will: Monica Royer | Founder & CEO, Monica + AndyIn this episode, Monica Royer, the founder and CEO of Monica + Andy – a company that provides organic essentials for kids and babies, along with kids’ classes and events for new and expecting parents in their Guideshops around the country and virtually, talks about how she and her team pivoted their business successfully during the COVID pandemic. Monica believes it’s key to hire the right people and embrace a humans-first culture in order to meet the challenges. Monica also talks about her personal mission to empower other female entrepreneurs and young girls to reach their potential through The Monica + Andy G...2021-02-2723 min
9 to 5ish with theSkimmMonica Royer, founder and CEO, Monica + Andy: “I literally came into the hospital without thinking about [founding my business] and left the hospital on a mission.”Entrepreneurship runs in Monica Royer’s family. Her brother Andy founded Bonobos, the menswear company that changed the retail game. And Monica took notes on his journey before carving out a space of her own. She went on to found Monica + Andy, a company that makes organic baby blankets and clothing. This week, Monica joined us to share how she’s created a mentor network and how she got her business off the ground.In this episode, Monica shares how she pivoted from the pharmaceutical industry to clothing (7:27), when she knew she had to act on her idea...2020-09-2324 min
The Mentor FilesRerun: 01 Andy Dunn - The Founder of Bonobos on Building a Solid TeamFor the first episode, I’m interviewing one of my favorite humans on earth: My brother Andy Dunn. The offspring of an immigrant mother who bucked tradition to marry our dad (he is not Indian, like our mother), we grew up feeling different from the other kids. This difference was our common bond and it made us that much closer. Andy founded Bonobos in 2007 with the goal of providing men with better fitting pants. In the past ten years, the brand has grown to become a premier destination for men’s clothing. Along the way, Andy and his t...2020-01-0156 min
The Scott Show5 Ways Monica + Andy Is Innovating How We Shop for Newborns and KidsMonica + Andy CEO Monica Royer joins Scott, a soon-to-be-father, in-studio at WGN Radio. Monica, who began her career in the pharmaceutical industry, was a first-time entrepreneur and a mom searching for soft, safe baby clothes. Today, Chicago-based Monica + Andy is a bonafide lifestyle brand with six retail locations in Chicagoland, California and the East Coast.2019-06-0635 min
The Mentor Files52 Micky Onvural - The CEO of Bonobos on Maintaining a Strong CultureListen in to learn how Micky is guiding Bonobos into a new age of digital brands, and how she maintains a strong culture in all their retail environments. "The journey began from that very first interaction and interview [with Andy], and I moved my family from the other side of the country to come work for Andy and the opportunity to build this brand." - Micky Onvural. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/522019-03-2745 min
The Mentor FilesRerun: 01 Andy Dunn - The Founder of Bonobos on Building a Solid TeamWhile we are on summer break, enjoy this rerun of our first (and one of our favorite) episodes! For the first episode, I’m interviewing one of my favorite humans on earth: My brother Andy Dunn. The offspring of an immigrant mother who bucked tradition to marry our dad (he is not Indian, like our mother), we grew up feeling different from the other kids. This difference was our common bond and it made us that much closer. Andy founded Bonobos in 2007 with the goal of providing men with better fitting pants. In the past ten...2018-08-0156 min
The Mentor Files23 Bobby Yazdani - The Founder of Cota Capital on Investing in + Advising EntrepreneursAs the founder and managing partner of venture capital firm Cota Capital and as founder of Signatures Capital, Bobby Yazdani has invested in more than 130 early stage tech start-ups in 15 years. Companies in his portfolio include everything from Birchbox and Bonobos to Google, Dropbox and Uber. In 2014, he was named by CB Insights as the #1 angel investor, out of a list of 2000, for most successful follow-on funding and is also currently an investor and board member for Monica + Andy. In this rare interview, Bobby discusses his early days as an immigrant from Iran and how that shaped...2018-03-0745 min
The Mentor Files01 Andy Dunn - The Founder of Bonobos on Building a Solid TeamFor the first episode, I’m interviewing one of my favorite humans on earth: My brother Andy Dunn. The offspring of an immigrant mother who bucked tradition to marry our dad (he is not Indian, like our mother), we grew up feeling different from the other kids. This difference was our common bond and it made us that much closer. Andy founded Bonobos in 2007 with the goal of providing men with better fitting pants. In the past ten years, the brand has grown to become a premier destination for men’s clothing. Along the way, Andy and his t...2017-10-2356 min
Tech In ChicagoSitting down with the Warby Parker of Furniture - Rob Royer / Founder of Interior DefineRob Royer is the Founder and CEO of Interior Define, a startup that builds furniture on demand and will customize everything, including the size, shape, color, fabric, filling, and frame. Rob was one of the early employees at Bonobos and took much of what he learned over to Interior Define, which he launched in 2014. Shopping for a big purchase like a couch online without sitting on it beforehand kind of seems crazy so we talk a lot about how they have gotten people over that hesitation. We actually recorded this episode sitting on one of their sofas...2016-12-0325 min
She Did It Her WaySDH 031: Embrace the Chaos – Motherhood and Startups with Monica RoyerMonica is the founder of Monica + Andy, a clothing brand for children that is majorly organic. The clothing is designed in-house and they source fabrics free of lead, phthalates, and flame retardants. The company also supports other moms in business through their marketplace. They provide an in-store experience but are also heavily an e-commerce site.
We Talk About:
· The Monica + Andy brand and what it’s all about
· The new modern mom
· How Monica got inspired to create a children’s clothing brand
· Taking the leap and getting started with Monica + Andy
·...2015-08-1738 min