Show Notes
In this episode of The Two Percent, Bobbi Brown talks about her second act as a founder after building one of the most iconic beauty brands of all time. She shares how she got started as a makeup artist, why she created her first products before she even knew what a “founder” or “brand” was, and how an early break at Bergdorf Goodman helped launch her career. Bobbi explains what it was like leaving Estée Lauder Companies with years left on a non-compete, what she learned from trying other businesses in the interim, and how that journey ultimately led her to launch Jones Road, a modern, family-run DTC company built around product obsession and real-time customer feedback. The conversation also covers how social media changes product education and iteration, what’s surprised her about Jones Road’s breakout hits, how she thinks about retail expansion, and why patience, resilience, and actually building a profitable business matter more than hype or fundraising milestones.
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Disclosure: The Two Percent is hosted by Anu Duggal, Founding Partner of Female Founders Fund. Some guests featured on the podcast may be founders or leaders of companies that Female Founders Fund has invested in, or may have other professional relationships with the fund. Any views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Female Founders Fund or its affiliates. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
Executive Producer: Anu Duggal Series Producer / Editorial Producer: Julie Cerick Production Manager: Rachel Braun Post-Production & Editing: Rachel Braun, Don't Buzz, Melrose Podcasts Studios
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