The Safari

Oct 31 2024 98 ep. 36 mins 4
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The Safari is a guided tour around the retail, brand and consumer landscape. We interview the brightest and most innovative industry leaders who share how they are shaping and evolving the industry in the years to come. Guests come from all corners of the industry from retail, beauty, fashion, CPG, academia, agencies, real estate, investing and more. At Traub we have the privilege of working broadly across these numerous fields and collaborating with these talented leaders. We are delighted to introduce you to them via the Safari.

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Empowering Women in the Workplace: Founder and CEO of MilkMate, Patrice Meagher

Oct 31 2024 42 mins  
Patrice Meagher is the Founder and CEO of MilkMate, a Company on a mission to empower working moms and the employers who support them. MilkMate offers an all-in-one breast pumping solution for workplace wellness rooms and was created out of the inefficient experience Patrice had while breast pumping at work after returning from maternity leave for her four children. Prior to Milk

The Mindful Entrepreneur: Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, Nate Checketts

Oct 03 2024 43 mins  
Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest tech and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The NFL, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is an avid entrepreneur who founded 4 companies before the age of 30. In 2020 Nate was selected b

Geoff Lurie on The Private Equity Podcast with Alex Rawlings

Oct 01 2024 34 mins  
TCP Co-Managing Partner, Geoff Lurie, joins Alex Rawlings on The Private Equity Podcast to discuss how private equity investors and operators can produce better results. In this episode, Alex Rawlings, speaks with Geoff Lurie, Managing Partner at Traub Capital Partners. Geoff brings decades of experience as an operator-turned-private equity investor. He shares his invaluable insigh

The Modern Menswear Designer: Todd Snyder, Founder of Todd Snyder

Sep 18 2024 53 mins  
Known for his sophisticated take on redefining how to dress the modern gentleman, Todd Snyder has grown his namesake label into a luxury brand. His collections draw from Savile Row tailoring, vintage military apparel, and classic American workwear, making timeless pieces relevant for the well-dressed man. Originally from Iowa, Snyder’s fashion journey began with roles at Ralph La

The Brand Visionary: President & Executive Creative Director, American Eagle & Aerie, Jennifer Foyle

Jun 27 2024 41 mins  
Jen joined AEO in August 2010 to lead the Aerie brand and expanded her scope to also oversee the strategic vision of American Eagle in 2020, rising to the position of President, Executive Creative Director – AE & Aerie. She has been an instrumental force in Aerie’s rapid expansion to a nearly $2 billion brand and has been the catalyst for fueling the next chapter of growth

The Mother-Daughter Duo: Co-founders of Dormify, Amanda and Karen Zuckerman

Jun 06 2024 49 mins  
The vision for Dormify was born out of founder Amanda Zuckerman's own experience shopping for her freshman dorm at Washington University in St. Louis. While double majoring in graphic design and marketing, Amanda created Dormify as a dorm lifestyle blog supported by a college ambassador community. After graduation, she launched Dormify as a DTC brand and one-stop shop for small-spa

The Joyful Fashion Brand: Co-Founder & CEO of Frances Valentine, Elyce Arons

May 20 2024 39 mins  
Elyce Arons is the founder and CEO of Frances Valentine, a New York-based luxury apparel and accessories company. Frances Valentine celebrates the power of personal style through clothes and accessories that boost your mood and tell a story. A 35-year fashion veteran, Elyce famously chased her passion for fashion all the way from Kansas to New York City alongside her best friend,

The Wild Plant Enthusiast: Founder of Alpyn Beauty, Kendra Kolb Butler

May 02 2024 40 mins  
Kendra Kolb Butler transitioned from a high-powered NYC life to founding Alpyn Beauty in Jackson Hole, drawing from her vast experience with luxury beauty brands and her new environment’s natural resources. Alpyn Beauty uniquely combines locally wild-harvested plants with clinical ingredients, establishing a skincare line that mirrors the efficacy of nature with scientific backin

Infusing a Classic Brand with Fresh Relevance: Kevin McLaughlin and Mary Ellen Coyne of J.McLaughlin

Apr 11 2024 36 mins  
Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder and Creative Director and Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO, are the dynamic duo behind J.McLaughlin. Kevin McLaughlin is the creative force behind the impeccably designed clothing and accessories at J.McLaughlin. Since the late seventies when Kevin and his brother opened their first shop on 74th Street and Third Avenue in Manhattan, Kevin’s taste and design se

The Feel-Good Lifestyle Brand: CEO of Roller Rabbit, Ed Bertouch

Mar 26 2024 36 mins  
Ed began his career in his native Sydney launching menswear brand, Beat Poet, out of college. Beat Poet quickly became a cult Australian imprint, winning GQ designer of the year in 2009. After divesting the brand and moving to New York for grad school, Ed has since worked for Robert Burke Associates, Patrick Johnson Tailors, and for the last 5 years as COO and then CEO of Vivid Bra