Sara Blakely
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Founder of Spanx and now... Sneex!
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Mom of 4. Inventor of Spanx. Afraid to fly. Refuse to give up my scrunchie. Believe it's my calling to support women.
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The importance of teaching mindset in schools
The importance of teaching mindset in schools
When I was a student in school, I was a terrible test-taker and I had a really hard time retaining what I read. After…
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Why I'm giving $5M to help female entrepreneurs
Why I'm giving $5M to help female entrepreneurs
Let me first say that human beings can be quarantined, but the human spirit cannot be contained. I am in awe by the…
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You are #MadeOfMore
You are #MadeOfMore
Do you remember the first moment you defined yourself? It may have been when you were a little kid, or in high school…
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How to find your higher purpose
How to find your higher purpose
During most of my twenties, I was in massive search mode. I was in the wrong job.
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Some Monday inspiration for your feed. Don’t forget to stop and smell the roses this week . 🌹👊 Credit: Blue Iris
Some Monday inspiration for your feed. Don’t forget to stop and smell the roses this week . 🌹👊 Credit: Blue Iris
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I'm excited to share that I have been selected to join The Sara Blakely Next-Gen Intensive Program in Atlanta this summer. This program is a…
I'm excited to share that I have been selected to join The Sara Blakely Next-Gen Intensive Program in Atlanta this summer. This program is a…
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We launched Sneex in 2024 to rewrite the rules on painful high heels – and when women tried them on… they danced. Whether it was in a fitting room…
We launched Sneex in 2024 to rewrite the rules on painful high heels – and when women tried them on… they danced. Whether it was in a fitting room…
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The Red Backpack Foundation
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Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People
TIME Magazine
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Saw this quote this week and it really spoke to me. Share with someone who needs to hear this. ❤️⬇️
Saw this quote this week and it really spoke to me. Share with someone who needs to hear this. ❤️⬇️
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Introducing The Ballerina! 🩰 One of the most exciting things I saw when we first launched Sneex was how many women instinctively broke into dance…
Introducing The Ballerina! 🩰 One of the most exciting things I saw when we first launched Sneex was how many women instinctively broke into dance…
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Book fun like meetings! Otherwise you'll look up one day and realize all you've done is work. Fun makes us better parents, managers, employees, and…
Book fun like meetings! Otherwise you'll look up one day and realize all you've done is work. Fun makes us better parents, managers, employees, and…
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Honored to be named to the 25 Most Inspirational Women Leaders in Retail 2026 list by Berns & Co. with some other INCREDIBLE female leaders! Check…
Honored to be named to the 25 Most Inspirational Women Leaders in Retail 2026 list by Berns & Co. with some other INCREDIBLE female leaders! Check…
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Stephen Lamar
Earlier this week, in response to U.S.-China trade de-escalation news, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) issued the following comment: The 90-day pause is welcome and may temporarily help unstick the effective trade embargo that has been in place with respect to U.S./China trade since April 9. Sadly, the residual 30 percent tariff, stacked on top of the existing Section 301 and 'most favored nation' (MFN) tariffs, will still make for an expensive back to school and holiday season for most Americans. If freight rates spike due to the tariff-induced shipping disruptions — which will take months to unwind — we could see costs and prices creep up even further. What’s needed now is a long-term deal — not just with China but with all our trading partners — so we can predictably make long term trade, investment, and sourcing decisions. The full statement can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eBpnhfAz
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Anthony chips Chiappetta
📊 SDU Dailies — Your Monday Footwear Brief! Here’s what’s moving the footwear market today: • Boot Barn topped guidance with strong comps — Western footwear still showing demand. • Retail prices jumped ~1.0% YoY, the highest in six months — keep an eye on pricing dynamics and duties. • Long-term market growth remains healthy through 2031. 👟 Smart selling in 2026 means watching pricing tendencies, consumer comfort trends, and real product category performance. 👇 Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/dHMU-Zs Shop & Resources: https://lnkd.in/gah-R4Gc | https://brownsfootbath.com | https://lnkd.in/ga2EUfCY #FootwearIndustry #RetailTrends #MarketGrowth #BootBarn #PricingPressure Athleisure ShoeDogsUnited Reference Links: https://lnkd.in/gcbpyRgm https://lnkd.in/gy7bXGGF https://lnkd.in/gVZiVVKX Chiappetta Shoes Inc Chiappetta Laboratory LLC
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Rachel Erickson, PMP
THE NEW CEO PLAYBOOK: Rachel Erickson of The Business of Apparel On Balancing Purpose, Profit, and Personal Brand Check out Rachel's full interview with Chad Silverstein, published in Authority Magazine here: https://lnkd.in/giGRr-9G #ApparelEntrepreneur #FashionFounder #EcommerceCEO #BusinessOfApparel
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Bay Street Group LLC
PYMNTS: Footwear Companies Raise Prices as Pre-Tariff Inventories Run Out: Footwear companies are reportedly beginning to pass along to consumers the cost of tariffs. Many U.S. companies in this sector stocked up on inventory ahead of the tariffs, but now that it is time to replenish their inventories, they are having to pay tariffs of as much as 50%, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) […] The post Footwear Companies Raise Prices as Pre-Tariff Inventories Run Out appeared first on PYMNTS.com. http://dlvr.it/TN5bXZ #payments #fintech
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"Sneaker" Steve Patiño 👟🇺🇸♻️
I had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO of RetailWire Chase Binnie for a deep dive conversation following our incredible experience at the Walmart Open Call in Bentonville. We spoke about the journey behind Ales Grey™ and how we are building America’s Work Shoe, designed for the 112 million frontline workers who keep our country running every day. Our footwear is non-slip certified and made from sustainable, algae based materials, developed and manufactured in the USA, with a focus on comfort, safety, and circularity. In the interview, I shared how my experience working with global brands and major retailers shaped the way we built Ales Grey™ from day one, not just as a product, but as a system designed for scale, compliance, and real impact. From product design to the future of AI supply chains, to how we approach retail partnerships, everything has been intentional. The Walmart Open Call experience was a powerful reminder of what is possible when innovation, American manufacturing and sustainability come together. Grateful for the conversation, and even more excited for what’s ahead! https://lnkd.in/gErQE9Ba #AlesGrey #WalmartOpenCall #MadeInUSA #SustainableInnovation #Retail #Footwear #Entrepreneurship #FrontlineWorkers #CircularEconomy #ComfortForAll
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