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EP51 Carla Penn Kahn ,CEO and Co-Founder of Profit Peak
Ready to be inspired by an exceptional entrepreneurial journey? Join us as we sit down with Carla Penn Khan, the powerhouse founder and CEO of Profit Peak, who shares her remarkable story from her early entrepreneurial roots to her influential role in investment banking at Credit Suisse. Discover how working on the float of Australia's largest department store, Myers, sparked her passion for e-commerce, and hear about the lessons learned from her first failed venture that ultimately led to her success in the food and kitchenware sectors.

Ever wondered how to turn struggles into ground-breaking solutions? Carla reveals the story behind Profit Peak, detailing how her own challenges with profitability in the e-commerce world led to the creation of an innovative internal software. Originally developed for her own businesses, this tool now aids other e-commerce companies in navigating complex advertising landscapes and market shifts. We also explore the dynamics of co-founding a business with one's life partner, showcasing how complementary strengths and a solid partnership can drive a business forward.

Networking and self-care are key themes in Carla’s entrepreneurial playbook. She emphasizes the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, sharing how mentorship programs like Australia's Giants Program by Blackbird can open unexpected doors. Carla also underscores the value of resilience and the power of sharing knowledge on platforms like LinkedIn, which has brought significant inbound interest for her product. To round it off, Carla shares practical tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle to meet the demands of running a start-up, including the significance of regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and staying motivated. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and inspiration for aspiring women entrepreneurs everywhere.

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What does it take to pivot from a degree in environmental science to becoming a Global Product Manager at the Lego Group? Our guest Ellen shares her remarkable journey from the west of Ireland to leading global product initiatives at one of the most iconic brands in the world. Discover how Ellen transitioned from her initial ambition of teaching to navigating the complexities of business operations, quality management, and procurement, which all culminated in a pivotal role at Farfetch during the tumultuous onset of the pandemic

Chapters

0:12 Career Journey of Global Product Manager

12:08 Navigating Challenges and Achievements With Neurodiversity

21:09 Navigating Social Situations and Networking

25:41 Building Connections and Empowering Women

34:54 Empowering Women in Logistics

39:44 Self-Care and Work-Life Balance

46:08 Sustainability and Career Ambitions

48:46 Trailblazer takeaway tips

Join us as Ellen opens up about the unique challenges and unexpected achievements throughout her career, particularly through the lens of neurodiversity. Learn how quick decision-making and strategic problem-solving during the pandemic accelerated her professional growth and led to significant milestones like a successful packaging change at Farfetch that improved customer experience and bolstered sustainability. Ellen's journey underscores the importance of leadership, self-awareness, and creating long-term value in one's work.

From effective networking strategies within the retail industry to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, Ellen provides invaluable insights and practical advice. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, structured networking events, and self-care strategies, such as the concept of a "fake commute." Ellen also shares her passion for sustainability and offers actionable tips for applying to roles, celebrating achievements, and redefining success. Tune in to be inspired by Ellen's experiences and the lessons she has learned along the way.

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EP49 :Our next Guest is Mareile Osthus , CEO and Co-Founder of Humii .
#Embark on a journey of transformation with Mareile, the entrepreneurial dynamo at the helm of Humii, as she recounts her remarkable evolution from the glittering world of retail to the cutting-edge frontier of tech. With a narrative that unfolds like a masterclass in professional metamorphosis, Mareile takes us from her formative years armed with a degree in business economics to her pivotal experiences at a leading German retail company and the spirited early days at Zalando and her time at the Iconic in Australia . Her story is a tapestry of personal and professional milestones, weaving in her roles as a mother, a leader, and a visionary, as she transitioned into the tech sphere and founded a platform that's revolutionizing customer experience tracking in retail.

In the crucible of commerce, traditional metrics like the Net Promoter Score (NPS) often fall short, and Mareile frustration with these limitations ignited her drive to innovate. Enter Humii's online mystery shopper system, engineered to capture the rich, actionable insights that NPS overlooks. This episode peels back the curtain on the inception of her tech platform, the fusion of Mareille retail acumen with her co-founder's technological prowess, and the relentless pursuit to refine the customer experience. Together, they navigated the challenges of a startup—crafting a minimum viable product, securing early customers, and cultivating a team that shared their steely determination and adaptability in the face of the ever-shifting tech landscape.

0:12 Career Journey in Retail and Tech."

7:10 Revolutionizing Customer Experience Metrics

11:17 Startup Challenges and Adaptation in Tech

18:41 Cultural Transitions and Personal Growth

33:26 Balancing Vision and Flexibility in Business

39:15 Empowering Growth Tips for Entrepreneurs

45:48 Embrace Opportunities, Take Leap

Her final thoughts resonate as a clarion call to venture beyond our comfort zones, to leap into the unknown and to draw strength and growth from every daring move we make.
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Humii - Customer experience tracking for high-performing retailers

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