Perspectives with Katie Kempner

Sophie Ozoux, Co-Founder, Kin

Join Katie as she talks with Sophie Ozoux, co-founder of Kin, about the power of community, the evolution of purpose driven work, the value of independence and lessons learned on founding and growing an agency. 

Sam Jones, Creative Director at Paramount and Founder of Funny Biz

Join Katie for a lively conversation with Sam Jones, Creative Director at Paramount and Founder of Funny Biz on speaking your truth, brand architecture, sonic branding, the pressure and promise of being named “the next big thing” in social media, taking chances and building a career you genuinely love.

Layana Aguilar, Founder, Fashion Squad

Join Katie as she talks with Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur and Founder of the Fashion Squad Layana Aguilar about her incredible life journey, her time on Project Runway, designing a ball gown for a Disney Latina princess, travel, fashion and staying inspired.

Gina Grillo, President & CEO, Advertising Club of New York

Join Katie as she talks with Gina Grillo, President & CEO, Advertising Club of New York about the rapidly changing ad industry and what that means for creatives and independent agencies, smart networking, DEIB initiatives, and how to keep evolving.

Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell, Co-Founders and Co-CEO’s, The Lumistella Company

Join Katie for a special year-end holiday finale as she talks with Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell, Co-Founders and Co-CEO’s, The Lumistella Company, about the creation of The Elf on the Shelf, how they grew and scaled a global brand that resonates deeply with so many, and hear their best advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Katherine Naylor Pullman, Co-Founder and CEO of Our Third Place

Join Katie as she talks with Katherine Naylor Pullman, Co-Founder and CEO of Our Third Place about building her career and her time at Hello Sunshine,  the value of relationships, the evolution of networking, and how she has built a 37+ city (and counting) community of amazing female executives. 

Dr. Cheryl Robinson, Founder, Creative Renegade Media and Contributor, Forbes

Join Kate as she talks with Dr. Cheryl Robinson, Founder, Creative Renegade Media and Contributor, Forbes, about definitions of success, the common thread among successful women, medical gaslighting and her remarkable health journey, and how she never lets “no” stand in her way.

Obele Brown-West, President of Colle McVoy

Join Katie as she talks with Obele Brown-West, President of Colle McVoy as they discuss her career path from the Peace Corps to tech to advertising: how she stays inspired, educated and fluent in the latest tech; her top leadership lesson and what she looks for when hiring.

Bethany Eppner, VP of Global Business Marketing at Fandom

Join Katie as she talks with Bethany Eppner, VP of Global Business Marketing, Fandom on her incredible career journey, why you should never say no to a meeting, being a strong voice in the LGBTQ community, mentorship, networking and making an impact.

Renee Ricca, Pilates instructor + Owner/Artistic Director of Renee Ricca Pilates

Join Katie as she talks with Renee Ricca, renowned Pilates instructor and owner/artistic director of Renee Ricca Pilates  about her career as a young dancer for the London Ballet, on Broadway and for the legendary Hal Prince, about the vital  importance of your core, the lessons of Pilates founder Joesph Pilates, developing your personal  brand … Continue reading "Renee Ricca, Pilates instructor + Owner/Artistic Director of Renee Ricca Pilates"