Retales: E-Commerce Growth Stories
Welcome to "Retales: Ecommerce Growth Stories," a podcast series that brings you the unique and captivating stories of ecommerce retailers from every corner of the globe.
Each episode delves deep into the journey of different ecommerce entrepreneurs — from scrappy startups to established multinational chains — shedding light on the strategies they deploy to ride economic waves and seize new opportunities.
We feature candid conversations not only with these trailblasing entrepreneurs but also with the venture capitalists who back them, creating a comprehensive picture of the ecommerce landscape.
The entrepreneurs share their stories of innovation, growth, and resilience, while the investors give their insights into what makes an ecommerce business stand out and attract funding.
Every discussion covers topics critical to every ecommerce retailer's success — scaling operations, enhancing customer experience, optimising logistics, leveraging social media, and navigating market fluctuations.
Our guests share their experiences, insights, hard-learned lessons, and personal tactics for achieving success.
Whether you're an ecommerce veteran or just starting your journey, "Retales: Ecommerce Growth Stories" is your passport to understanding the dynamics of ecommerce, transforming modern day challenges into engines for growth.
Join us and draw inspiration, knowledge, and practical strategies from those who have journeyed before you in the exhilarating world of ecommerce.
Retales: E-Commerce Growth Stories
How Samanah Duran Went From Fashion to Forbes to Founding Her Own Media Company
In this special bonus episode of the Lightning 50, we speak to an entrepreneur going places.
Samanah Duran is a British fashion designer and retail entrepreneur that launched a clothing label and founded a media company – all before turning 30.
At 22, Duran launched fashion brand Critics Clothing, and recently made Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list. In support of International Women's Day, Samanah's sits down with Caroline to talk through why passion - and timing - is so essential to success for female entrepreneurs.
Samanah's also takes the time to chat through the background of her businesses, and explains how a fierce emphasis on inspiring each individual to embrace their identity and to take pride in their individuality led to her vision for innovative clothing line Critics Clothing, which has revolutionised the indulgent streetwear trend, and has brought about many celebrity admirers, including Rita Ora, A$AP Rocky and Cara Delevingne.
In 2016, Duran launched BEYOUROWN, a full-service digital media company, and Samanah talks through why she is now dedicating her time and passion to inspiring and supporting other female entrepreneurs.