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A podcast for Fashion Entrepreneurs who are ready to pursue their passion and make a living doing what they love.

The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

E-Commerce SEO Strategies in the Age of AI Part 2

 In this conversation, Glynis Tao discusses the importance of adaptability in today’s changing e-commerce landscape. With the popularization of AI-driven search, Glynis emphasizes the importance of foundational SEO best practices that still apply. Through a case study, she shares how one of her clients used strategic blogging to earn ...
Building a women's footwear brand rooted in spanish craftsmanship

Building a Women's Footwear Brand Rooted in Spanish Craftsmanship with Leticia Viedma

 In this episode, Leticia Viedma shares how she transitioned from being a lawyer to the founder of KAMI, a women’s footwear company with an emphasis on Spanish craftsmanship. She discusses what inspired her to enter the fashion industry, the challenges she faced developing a DTC brand, and why she ...
The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

E-Commerce SEO Strategies in the Age of AI Part 1

 In this episode, Glynis Tao discusses the evolving landscape of e-commerce SEO in the age of AI, focusing on how e-commerce brands can adapt their growth strategies to remain competitive. She highlights the importance of understanding the changes in consumer search behaviour, the AI challenges brands face, and effective ...
Converting Website Traffic Into Sales Through Email Marketing

The Secret to Turning Website Traffic into Paying Customers

 In this episode, Evelina Kaganovitch explores why building trust is more important than increasing traffic for e-commerce fashion brands. She shares her journey from fashion school burnout to becoming a messaging strategist, emphasizing the need for authentic storytelling and meaningful communication. Discover what the key to a successful email ...
How to Scale a Business Through Franchising with Rhea Lana Riner

How to Scale a Business Through Franchising with Rhea Lana Riner

 In this conversation, Rhea Lana Riner, founder of Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment Events, shares her 28-year-long entrepreneurial journey. What started as a simple clothing swap in her living room transformed into a multi-million dollar franchise, striving to make high-quality children’s clothes accessible and affordable. With an emphasis on community, ...
The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

Founders Defining the Future of Ecommerce: Live from Ecom North

 What does it really take to thrive in the ever-changing e-commerce world? In this special live edition of the Chase Your Dreams podcast from Ecom North, Glynis Tao interviews several inspiring leaders in the e-commerce space. Hear from e-commerce founders Gillian Liu of Kiyoko Beauty, Hannah Wang of The ...
E-commerce & Retail Strategy in the Age of AI

E-commerce & Retail Strategy in the Age of AI with Jeanel Alvarado

Jeanel Alvarado, founder of RETAILBOSS, has built her career helping entrepreneurs navigate the fast-changing world of retail. In this episode, she shares how she went from starting a blog to building a global consulting firm, and the lessons you can apply to your own business. You’ll hear how consumer habits ...
How to Build a Successful Fashion Retail Business with Laura-Jean Bernhardson

How to Build a Successful Fashion Retail Business with Laura-Jean Bernhardson

In this conversation, Laura-Jean Bernhardson shares her experience as an entrepreneur in the fashion industry, from starting a knitwear business to opening multiple retail stores. You will learn about the benefits of building systems, mindset shifts that will help you grow with creativity and confidence, and ways to make your ...
The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

The Best Of: Fashion Entrepreneur Founder Stories

 In this special “Best of Founder Stories” episode, we revisit highlights from four powerful interviews with fashion entrepreneurs Stella Carakasi, Linda Lundström, Kristi Soomer, and RozeMerie Cuevas.  If you've ever wondered what it really takes to build a fashion brand from the ground up and stay true to your ...
The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

AI SEO is Here: How to Future-Proof Your Fashion Brand Online

In this episode, Glynis Tao discusses how AI is changing the way SEO works, especially for fashion brands. She breaks down the differences between traditional SEO and AI-driven search, focusing on why authority and content structure matter more than ever. Glynis shares a case study featuring Nomi Designs to show ...
The Future of Ecommerce: live from Ecom North

Why Your Website Traffic is Dropping and What To Do About It

 In this episode, Glynis Tao discusses the reasons behind declining website traffic for fashion e-commerce sites in 2025. She explores the impact of AI on search behavior, the importance of understanding traffic quality versus volume, and how to diagnose traffic issues using Google Search Console. Glynis also explains the ...
How Confident Founders Build Profitable Fashion Brands

How Confident Founders Build Profitable Fashion Brands with Christine Daal

 In this conversation, Christine Daal, CEO and founder of Fashion Angel Warrior, shares her journey from fashion designer to coach, emphasizing the importance of confidence, community, and a holistic approach in fashion entrepreneurship. She discusses her unique coaching methods, common mistakes made by fashion entrepreneurs, and the significance of ...