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Styled by Science CEOsSole Solutions: Exploring Fashion Tech's Impact on FootwearEver wondered what goes into the shoe design process today? The answer might just surprise you. Maeve Wang, co-founder of IAMBIC, joins Ayo & Megan to talk about her journey to founding an on demand manufacturing focused footwear company that integrates AI into the fit experience to provide ultimate comfort and longevity. In this episode you will learn about the reality of the footwear industry, how AI is changing the landscape, and how on demand manufacturing is the answer. About Maeve Wang After returning 300 pairs of shoes in 3 years due to poor shoe fi...2024-04-0545 min

Styled by Science CEOsBreaking Barriers and Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators with Jasmine LeFloreAbout the episode: "If I knew about entrepreneurship or business at an earlier age, where would I actually be now?" On this episode we sit down with Jasmine LeFlore, a visionary leader and advocate for diversity in STEM and business. She is also the amazing woman who asked this powerful question in this episode. From her early fascination with planes to her current role as the Co-founder and Executive Director of Greater Than Tech, Jasmine shares her inspiring journey of breaking her own barriers and empowering the next generation of STEM, business, and interdisciplinary leaders. W...2024-03-0848 min

Styled by Science CEOsFashion Forward, Legally Sound: Why Lawyers are Essential in the CPG IndustryWant to understand the legal aspects of Fashion? The outspoken Anuj Gupta joins Ayo & Megan on this episode to bring a legal voice to the Fashion Industry. In this episode, you will learn about what inspired Anuj to start First Gen Law, why law is important in the fashion world, and how bringing in legal counsel early on can make or break your business. Link to Full Horizon: https://www.firstgenlaw.co/ Have any questions or feedback, email us at styledbyscienceceos@gmail.com 2024-01-3059 min

Styled by Science CEOsStarting an Inclusion Focused Business to Empower WomenWant to feel empowered? A true ray of sunshine, Madison, joins Ayo & Megan on this episode to talk about her passion for inclusion, how to feel confident starting a business, and so much more. In this episode, you will learn about what inspired Madison to start her inclusion and empowerment focused earrings business, Full Horizon, and how to gain the confidence to discover and follow your passions. Link to Full Horizon: https://fullherizon.com/ Episode Time Stamps: 1:00 - Intro to Madison 4:00 - Madison's Founder Story 2023-05-2649 min

Styled by Science CEOsCreating Access to Sustainable Products, Conscious Consumerism, and Setting Rigorous StandardsAbout the Episode: On today’s episode we speak to Ryan Lewis, founder and CEO of EarthHero, a curated online marketplace and corporate gifting platform, that uses a 5-pillar sourcing methodology to ensure only the most sustainable products are selected. We were so excited to bring on Ryan because marketplaces have become an increasingly important sales channel for brands to sell products and for customers to discover new brands and purchase from them. We dove into marketplaces in the early days, the eco-gender gap, setting rigorous product standards, conscious consumerism, and more. We loved Ryan’s cand...2023-05-1947 min

Styled by Science CEOsWhere Fashion Influencers are Falling Short From a Climate ActivistKarishma is a 25 year old social media creator and educator in the climate space. She brings a sustainability angle to conversations in fashion, agriculture, pop culture, and politics. She also celebrates her heritage as an Indian woman and introduces Eastern wisdom to the climate conversation. 2023-04-071h 02

Styled by Science CEOsUnlocking the Common Myths about Packaging and Exploring the Future of Packaging InnovationAbout the Episode On today’s episode we speak to Saloni Doshi, the CEO and Chief Sustainability Officer at ⁠EcoEnclose⁠, the world's most innovative provider of sustainable shipping solutions for ecommerce brands. We were so excited to bring on Saloni because one of the overlooked parts of a company is packaging. From the bag or box used to mail your purchase, to the inside liners that often protect it, there is so much more to packaging than meets the eye. Especially, in regards to sustainability. We loved having Saloni on the podcast! Stay tuned till the end for some...2023-03-3150 min

Styled by Science CEOsOur episode on Labor Manufacturing and Rights is COMING SOON!Hey everyone! Our highly anticipated episode on Labor Manufacturing and Rights is COMING SOON! We're working very hard to get it to you. We're excited about it and once it goes live, we will let you know. Stay tuned and we will "see" you this upcoming Friday for our next stop on the lifecycle - packaging! In the meantime, do these two things: 1. Connect with us Subscribe to our podcast on this platform that you are listening to this on! It will notify you when our next episode...2023-03-2700 min

Styled by Science CEOsWhat Does Sustainable Fashion Mean to You? Hear 4 People's Take!About the Episode We’re taking a quick pit stop on our lifecycle of fashion journey to take you along to our recent in person event in SXSW Austin. For a day, we had the opportunity to meet you and some new faces. We got to share about the podcast, the focus of the latest season, and the drive behind all of this in the first place. Along the way we met cool people and we asked them if we could interview them. Today you will hear from four individuals with different backgrounds from biomedical eng...2023-03-2017 min

Styled by Science CEOsThe Untold Heath & Environmental Impacts of Synthetic Dyes - Why Choosing Natural MattersEver wondered what the ingredient label is for clothing & dyes? You may be surprised just how many carcinogenic chemicals are in the list, unless your clothes are made and dyed naturally. Melissa, the founder of Soul Studio, a natural dye house in Austin, TX, joins us to discuss the health and environmental impacts of materials and dyes so you can make better shopping choices. Link to Soul Studio Dye House: https://wearesoulstudio.com 2023-03-1029 min

Styled by Science CEOsAn Intro to Season 2: Stepping Into the Fashion LifecycleThis season we are talking about what's not talked about in the fashion industry widely, including materials, dyes, fashion influencers, research, certifications, and more. Get ready to dive into the secrets of the fashion industry, learn from sustainable rockstars like the founder of EcoEnclose, Saloni, and explore the garment lifecycle like you've never learned about before. 2023-03-0318 min

Styled by Science CEOsCreating a Platform for Women Owned BusinessesJump into this episode to hear from a driven and creative self-starter based in Virginia. Become inspired by Sage who created a special platform called Be. for women owned businesses where you can shop based on your values. Check out her amazing marketplace here: https://bewomn.com/2022-03-2145 min

Styled by Science CEOsBuilding a Sustainable Swimwear Company In ItalyThe beautiful story about how Giulia is building her sustainable swimwear brand in Italy. In this episode we explore the entrepreneurship scene of sustainable fashion in Italy and what it is like to live a sustainable lifestyle there. 2022-03-1432 min

Styled by Science CEOsWhy Representation & Being Yourself in the Workplace Matters - From a Girl BossToday our change maker is Idiuso Okeke, a young leader of a corporate team. In this episode she talks about her experience being a young black woman in Corporate America, how she has honed her skills as a leader, and why representation matters. Iddy shares with us the importance of building partnerships, networking, and not being afraid to put yourself out there. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: 6:10 What its like being a women in a leadership position and how her strategy for success 11:20 Being a black...2021-09-0725 min

Styled by Science CEOsHow a Young Woman is Giving Plastic a Second Life as ActivewearToday our changemaker is McKenna Haz, the founder of Seaav Athletics. In this episode she talks about her path to starting a sustainable athletic wear business, what it’s like to run a business while in college, and why choosing ethical and sustainable manufacturing is so important. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: - [3:30] McKenna’s founder story - [5:24] How she started Seaav - [12:20] What it’s like to run a business while in college - [16:25] Finding an Ethical manufacturing partner - [23:00] Making impact throug...2021-08-3128 min

Styled by Science CEOsLimitations of Certifications & Defining Sustainability With Hope of Fashion Tech FutureToday our changemaker is Aerielle Rojas, an aspiring fashion sustainability professional and passionate undergraduate studying Fashion Technology. In this episode, she talks about how she came to her passion for fashion, the greater environmental impact our fashion choices have, and her strategy to make a larger impact in the world. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: [3:00] Where Aerielle’s inspiration began in childhood [11:00] Natural vs. recycled fibers and why we should look closer into the production [19:00] Circular fashion, recycling imperfect fabrics, the duality of second-hand [27:00] The challenges in the fashion industry that Aerielle is most excited...2021-08-2442 min

Styled by Science CEOsHow AI Will Make the Fashion Industry More SustainableToday our changemaker is Kai, the co-founder of @Unbuyist, which is using AI to make the fashion industry more sustainable by cutting inventory waste. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: - [1:30] Kai’s background story - [5:00] Production problems in the fashion industry & mission of Unbuyist - [9:00] Her customer discovery findings - [13:35] Challenges as a young entrepreneur - [17:15] Experience as a women in STEM innovating - [22:00] More problems in the fashion industry & impact that Kai wants to make in the future Wa...2021-08-1735 min

Styled by Science CEOsDisrupting Education Through Innovative ConnectionsToday our change maker is Dieumerci, the founder of Enlight. In this episode he talks about how he created an EdTech company out of his own personal struggles in high school. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: - [5:15] The problem Dieumerci noticed within his educational school system that inspired him to start Enlight - [13:00] Dieumerci superpower that enabled him to run a business while also being a college student - [21:13] How Dieumerci is increasing representation with technology - [31:10] Why relationship building and just...2021-08-1043 min

Styled by Science CEOsHow to Build a Socially Conscious Business SustainablyToday our changemaker is Hannah King, the founder of Woven Futures. In this episode she talks about her path to starting a social venture, why ethical manufacturing is important, and the obstacles she had to overcome when starting a business in college. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: - [2:30] Hannah’s founder story - [7:30] How to work with Artisans - [12:25] Why ethical manufacturing matters - [16:00] Running a business while in college - [21:00] Advice for college students - [23:00] Obstacles for starting a business in...2021-08-0330 min

Styled by Science CEOsHow These Young Athletes are Changing the Way we See Representation in FashionToday our changemaker is Imani Rickerby, the co-founder and COO of Aurora Tights. Imani has a Bachelors degree in Public Health Sciences from the University of Maryland College Park where she was on the figure skating team. She also has a Masters in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan where she placed 2nd in the Innovation Track of the Michigan Business Competition. In this episode she talks about why representation matters in the clothing industry. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: [1:55] The inspiration and deeper why behind Aurora...2021-07-2732 min

Styled by Science CEOsHow to Easily Shop Sustainably & Why it's Important to do so.Today our change maker is Loriza, the founder of @refind_shopping. In this episode she talks about her new sustainable fashion marketplace that offers a curated shopping experience based on your lifestyle and why it is important to shop sustainably. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: - [1:26] Flaws in the clothing industry - [3:31] What is the reFIND marketplace? - [6:56] Loriza’s founder journey - [11:00] Why college is a great place to start a business - [17:37] What problem is refind solving for? - [22:45] Wo...2021-07-2032 min

Styled by Science CEOsThe Environmental Impact of Personal Care Products & What's Really in Thinx UnderwearToday our change maker is Professor Tseng from Colgate University, and she researches the impact that personal care products have on river systems & what's really in Thinx underwear. In this episode, you will learn and hear about: [4:07] The opportunity that Professor Tseng had that helped her learn what she was passionate about [8:58] What is going on with Thinx, clothing additives, and forever chemicals [21:05] Why certifications don’t always cover everything and the impact of what we use [26:01] Professor Tsengs' view on being a women in STEM and why representation matters [34:30] The impact Professor Tseng wants to lea...2021-07-1444 min

Styled by Science CEOsWelcome to the Styled by Science CEOs Podcast!Welcome to the Styled by Science CEOs Podcast! Meet Megan and Ayo, the hosts of the podcast, learn about who they are and why they started this podcast. Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://linktr.ee/sbscp Connect with us and share about what you learned/like: IG: @styledbyscienceceos Email: styledbyscienceceos@gmail.com Learn more about our companies: Clovo: http://clovobrand.com Hangio: http://shophangio.com Loved this episode? Share it with a friend.2021-07-1312 min