How did Matilda Djerf go from posting outfit photos in her bedroom to launching a global fashion brand in Selfridges? In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, she sits down with Rochelle Humes to reveal the reality behind the "influencer to founder" pipeline.

They pull back the curtain on the reality of the "influencer to founder" pipeline. Matilda opens up about the early days of building her profile online, the vulnerability of sharing personal struggles with millions of followers, and exactly how she launched Djerf Avenue with a lean team during a global pandemic.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Matilda recognised the opportunity to build an online profile
• The balance of sharing personal struggles while building an online profile and running a business
• Launching Djerf Avenue with a small team during the pandemic
• How to hire the right people who protect your culture
• Knowing when to step away and hire for the role of CEO
• The journey to launching Djerf Avenue in Selfridges

If you are an aspiring founder or content creator, this conversation is a masterclass in staying true to your vision while scaling a business.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Matilda Djerf

06:49 Early Influences and Aspirations

13:59 Discovering Social Media

16:21 Building an Online Presence

20:58 Transitioning to a Full-Time Influencer

30:14 Founding a Business

30:47 The Birth of Djerf Avenue

34:46 The Big Idea: Starting Our Own Brand

44:35 Navigating a New Business in the Pandemic

48:28 Building a Strong Team

52:58 Hiring a CEO

58:03 Entering Retail: The Selfridges Launch

01:02:24 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

01:04:00 The Importance of Authenticity and Brand DNA

01:09:07 Future Plans and Exciting Collaborations

01:12:09 Rocket Round: Insights and Reflections

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In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, we celebrate one of the most incredible "glow-up" stories in the influencer industry. From humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse brand founder, Perrie Sian reveals the blueprint behind her success. This conversation isn't just about making money; it's about dreaming big, showing up relentlessly, and proving that where you start doesn't dictate where you finish.

Perrie opens up about the transformative power of consistency and how she turned a passion for fashion into a multi-million pound empire. She shares the pivotal moments of her career from landing her first game-changing brand collaboration to the exact mindset that helped her sell out collections in minutes.

In this episode, we cover:

• The incredible journey from humble beginnings to industry icon.
• Why showing up every day is the secret to building an empire.
• Perrie’s secrets to connecting deeply with millions of people.
• Finding the right Co-Founder in Adam Frisby
• How Perrie achieved the "impossible" £1M revenue in 20 minutes.
• How to turn self-doubt into fuel for your ambition.
• Learning to accept compliments and enjoy the journey.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re "faking it" despite your hard work, or you want to know what it really takes to scale a personal brand to 7 figures, this conversation is for you.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Perrie Sian

06:17 Career Beginnings and Retail Experience

09:23 Transition to Content Creation

12:40 Rise to Social Media Fame

16:24 Navigating Influencer Life

31:23 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

33:02 The Journey to Founding a Brand

37:12 The Challenges of Launching a Fashion Brand

38:44 Running reasn with Adam Frisby

45:05 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth

59:07 Perrie Sian’s Primark Partnership

01:03:28 Redefining Success and Personal Growth

01:15:55 The Dream Collaboration and Future Plans

01:18:13 Mentorship and Inspiration from Taylor Swift

01:24:53 Perrie’s Lunch Hour and Daily Routine

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When is the bravest move as a founder to step back instead of push harder? In this episode, ILIA cosmetics founder, Sasha Plavsic, shares how letting go of the CEO role became the key to truly scaling the brand and what that decision revealed about growth, control, and identity as a founder.

We go behind the scenes of ILIA’s journey from early experiments in “clean beauty” to becoming one of the most recognisable brands in the category. Sasha opens up about the unglamorous realities of building a beauty business, the emotional cost of growth, and what it actually looks like to hand over the reins to someone else.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Sasha’s formative years shaped the vision for ILIA
• The beginning of clean beauty and what it took to stand out in a new category
• The realities of scaling a beauty brand
• Raising money as a female founder
• Why Sasha decided to bring in a CEO, and how she knew it was time to step back
• Navigating balance as a woman in business, leadership, and life

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur or brand builder who’s ever wondered whether holding on is secretly holding you back, this conversation is for you.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Sasha Plasik and ILIA Beauty

05:17 School Years and Early Career Aspirations

11:24 The Birth of ILIA Beauty

19:14 Early Business Challenges and Breakthroughs

26:10 Scaling Challenges and Operational Growth

32:49 Balancing Personal Life and Business

35:24 Selling ILIA Beauty

37:03 Bringing In a CEO

44:16 Future Plans and Product Development

46:31 Rapid Fire Questions

56:11 Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs

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https://www.instagram.com/sashaplavsic/

https://www.instagram.com/iliabeauty/

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