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This week, we’re joined by Emily Westenberger, founder and designer behind Emily Westenberger The Label, a luxury slow fashion brand built on storytelling, authenticity, and heart. From studying fashion merchandising to working in Los Angeles and completing an accelerated design program at FIDM, Emily's journey has been anything but linear—but it’s that winding path that fuels her creative magic. In this episode, we chat about how Emily infuses her collections with meaning, what it’s like to ...

Join us for an open studio all about spring cleaning! From digital detox to clutter cleanup we have all the insider tips!

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Elisabeth Russell, the founder of Peachy Petals, a floral preservation company based in Atlanta, Georgia. From environmental engineering to preserving wedding bouquets, Elisabeth shares the inspiring story of how she followed her intuition, trusted her creativity, and built a business rooted in memory and meaning. We cover: Her Unconventional Path: How a corporate burnout and a wedding bouquet sparked the idea for Peachy Petals...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Macie Franklin Temples, a live event engraver, calligrapher, and bottle painter based in Macon, Georgia. Macie shares how she transitioned from a background in engineering and technical communication to launching Macie Kendall Co. in 2016, blending creativity with strategy to grow a thriving business. We discuss: Macie’s Creative Journey: How she evolved from hand lettering and brush calligraphy into live event engraving and pe...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Emerson, a content creator specializing in video and photography for wedding planners, designers, and creative entrepreneurs. Emerson shares her journey—from experimenting with textiles in high school to studying design at NC State, interning in high-end wedding planning, and ultimately carving out her niche in content creation. We dive into how she turned her creative background into a thriving business, the power of networkin...

Enjoy today's open studio session with Hayley and Meg!

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Kathryn Ann Waller, a renowned lifestyle, travel, and editorial photographer based in Savannah, Georgia. Kathryn shares her journey from picking up a camera as a teenager to building a thriving photography business rooted in creativity, community, and staying true to her artistic vision. Kathryn opens up about: How her early passion for photography, influenced by her father and formal training, shaped her career.The power of le...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Gray Ellender, founder of Go With Gray, a boutique travel agency specializing in luxury honeymoons and bespoke vacations. After transitioning from a career in occupational therapy, Gray turned her passion for travel planning into a thriving business, helping clients create unforgettable trips around the world. Gray shares: How planning her own honeymoon sparked the idea for Go With Gray.The different tiers of travel services sh...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down with Ellie Jamison, co-founder of Play Henry, the pickleball brand that’s redefining the game with style, strategy, and innovation. What started as a passion project between two business school friends quickly became a thriving brand—complete with grassroots marketing, collegiate partnerships, and corporate gifting opportunities. Ellie shares: How she and co-founder Grace turned their love for pickleball into a growing brand.The beh...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, Hayley and Meg sit down with Chloe Campbell, the visionary founder of The Cloud Studio Agency, a groundbreaking business offering live painting services at events worldwide. Chloe shares her journey from discovering her artistic talents at a young age to building a thriving agency that empowers a team of talented artists and transforms special moments into timeless art. Key Topics: Chloe’s Early Journey: From dreaming of dentistry to discoverin...

In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, Hayley and Meg sit down with Haley Kelly, a highly sought-after luxury event planner in the Southeast, to explore her journey from college intern to owning a thriving event planning business. Haley shares her experience building a bold and memorable brand, attracting ideal clients, and navigating the challenges of the wedding and event industry. Key topics include: Haley Kelly’s path to event planning, from internships to launching her business...

This week on The Founders Society Podcast, we sit down for an exclusive interview with Meg Indy—an inspiring force at the intersection of fine art, entrepreneurship, and community building. From her early days as a Georgia Tech student and aspiring artist to founding her own art studio and leading The Founders Society, Meg opens up about the leaps of faith that have defined her remarkable journey. Along the way, she reflects on the importance of family, believing in something greater, and the...

We are back and coming at you with our very own, Hayley White's, origin story. Join us as we lift the veil on how Hayley started her various companies and learn a little bit more about how she became who she is today. Enjoy! Shop the Episode: https://shopmy.us/founderssociety Learn more about Hayley: Instagram: Personal, The Scouted Studio, The Art Coaching Club Her Favorite Things

As we kick off 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the past year and share our plans and aspirations for the months ahead. In this episode of The Founders Society Podcast, we’re diving into: Looking Back on 2024: Our personal and professional highs from the past year (with plenty of candid moments)Founders Society milestones: from unforgettable getaways to surprising podcast stats (hello to listeners from around the globe!)Substack highlights and what you can expect in 2025, including s...

Meet Madeleine Gibson, 28-year-old CEO and founder of Glam by Gibs, from Atlanta Georgia. Pivoting from her corporate career in the beverage and tech industries, Madeleine started her company just 7 months ago, where she shines as a self-taught celebrity makeup artist and beauty content creator. Although she specializes in elevated, skincare-forward event makeup, she also has experience in runway, luxury bridal, editorial, and special effects makeup, working with the likes of Paige DeSorbo, H...

In this Open Studio episode of The Founders Society Podcast, hosts Hayley and Meg catch listeners up on exciting life changes—like Meg’s recent move from New York City to Atlanta and Hayley’s upcoming wedding. The duo dives into three listener-submitted questions, offering practical tips and honest insights for creative entrepreneurs and small business owners. First, they address ways to cut shipping costs for small businesses, sharing economical strategies like using platforms such as Shippo...

Enjoy today's conversation with our dear friend, Lauren. Read more about the inspiration for Escape and Celebrate below. Happily married, a job she loved, a home she could grow with - you would think that was the recipe for success. But Lauren was still missing something. A close knit group of friends in her new community that she could call on. The judgment free kind. The kind that you could eat a messy taco with while wearing sweatpants. Or share deep thoughts and big dreams. She ha...

In this festive episode of The Founders Society Podcast, hosts Hayley Price and Meg Indy share their hottest holiday takes for female business owners. From smart sales strategies to self-care tips, they cover everything you need to navigate the busiest time of year with confidence and ease. Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur or a small business owner, tune in to hear expert advice on managing holiday stress, maximizing sales, and keeping your vision clear through the chaos. Get ready to e...

Enjoy today's conversation with our dear friend Drew Defir. Drew shares a little more about her and her work below: "My hype-gal nature, over-the-moon optimistic coaching, and fierce devotion to watching my clients succeed were not forged through happenstance. Trial after trial that intended to break my spirit unknowingly forged an immovable stance of self-belief in my values (and future business endeavors.) Through childhood poverty, health diagnoses, brain surgery, and returning back t...