Best Zalando Podcasts (2024)

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From international perspectives to local insights. A deep dive into Zalando’s retail strategy with Anna Wilk. 18:04

7h ago18:04

18:04

Anna Wilk, Retail Manager for Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Slovenia at Zalando, joins Janine to in the studio to explain the importance of a retail manager in the industry, juggling content, the commercial calendar, and local sales strategies and combining an understanding of Zalando’s international strategy with local expertise. Anna explains the…

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From employee no. 1 at Zalando, to Reaching a New Level on Social Media - Mirco Gluch 1:07:12

3h ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Ever wanted a sneak peek into the world of a marketing maven who has worked with some of the biggest names in fashion? Then meet Mirco, a marketing and social media expert who has been instrumental in the rise of globally renowned brands. We kick off with his amazing journey, which began in a windowless office and led to his crucial role in shaping…

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How to Use Organic Social Media as A Driver of Sales and Relevance - Avery Akkineni 38:53

4h ago38:53

38:53

Avery Akkineni is the Chief Marketing Officer of VaynerX, a family of companies including VaynerMedia, Sasha Group, VaynerCommerce, VaynerSpeakers, Gallery Media Group, Eva Nosidam, Tingley Lane, and more. Their famous founder, Gary Vaynerchuk is considered one of the leading global minds on what’s next in culture, relevance, and the internet. In t…

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Reimagining Learning for the Future of Work - Ana Lorena Fabrega 1:07:39

3h ago1:07:39

1:07:39

Have you ever questioned the structure of the traditional school system? Ever thought there could be a more effective way to foster lifelong learning in our children? And what went wrong with our generation? Is there something to learn from our own experiences learning and improve our system for the coming generations? Join us as edupreneur and wri…

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Tackling Anxiety, Trauma, and the Quest for Balance in the Digital Age - Nidhi Tewari 1:00:02

3h ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Do you ever find yourself grappling with the societal pressures of high achievement? Or does the term 'balance' seem like a mythical concept to you? Join me as I engage in a deeply insightful conversation with my guest, a dedicated therapist, who's also an overachiever and a first-generation immigrant. Listen to her personal story of overcoming anx…

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Reimagining Fashion Logistics; the creation of ZEOS. 17:29

9d ago17:29

17:29

Janine sits down with Jan Bartels, SVP of B2B at Zalando, to hear the story of ZEOS, a concept that revolutionises logistics for the fashion and lifestyle retail industry. ZEOS is Zalando's new B2B brand that offers a one-stock-pool solution for brand partners, and the entrepreneurial journey of the last few months has been unique. Because the stor…

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Turning Fear Into Visibility - How Personal Branding Can Change Your Life - Amelia Sordell 47:41

19d ago47:41

47:41

Building a personal brand can be daunting, particularly in a corporate setting where fear of judgment often looms large. Join me as I chat with Amelia Sordell, the founder of Klowt, The Personal Branding Agency. Amelia sheds light on her incredible journey and the impact that personal branding can have on someone's life and career. Her story is a t…

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What makes Zalando tick? The importance of building a seamless workplace experience. 19:48

26d ago19:48

19:48

Meg Greenhouse, Senior Vice President at Zalando Technology Foundation (ZTF), joins Janine in the studio to discuss the role of ZTF in providing all the necessary tools and support employees in the modern workplace need, giving us a peak behind the scenes of how an organisation like Zalando functions. Meg leads a team whose role is creating a seaml…

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A Nonlinear Approach to Design and Innovation - Kevin Bethune 43:18

1M ago43:18

43:18

Can creativity and innovation coexist with relentlessefficiency? Kevin Bethune is the author of "ReimaginingDesign" and the visionary founder of dreams • design + life, a think-tank that delivers design & innovation services using a human-centered approach. In this episode, we discuss the importance of human-centered design in solving business prob…

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Shaping the future of online sales 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

Jette Stempel, Head of Central Retail and Sales Campaigns at Zalando, visits the studio to talk with Janine about her career and responsibilities, the changing shape of the industry and her three “Pieces of Me”. Jette’s experience offers all kinds of insights for anyone considering a career in fashion, tech and online sales. She discusses the chang…

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How to Use The Power Of Storytelling in Business - Mark Leruste 55:18

2M ago55:18

55:18

How do you turn personal experiences into valuable stories worth sharing? Mark Leruste is the CEO of Storycast®, International Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Business Author of Glow in the Dark and Award-Winning Host of The Unconventionalists Podcast. In this episode, Oana and Mark talk about why sharing your story matters, leadership and vulnerabili…

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Understanding the value of quality broadcasting and content production for organisations like Zalando. 17:17

2M ago17:17

17:17

Leon Retief, Team Lead, Broadcasting and Video Production at Zalando, sits down with Janine to discuss his role and where live streaming, video production, and content creation fit in a a fashion and tech retail business Leon explains the process of building up the broadcasting and video production team from scratch at Zalando and the challenges th…

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How to Craft Authentic Brands in the Social Media Era - Isaac Martin 48:19

2M ago48:19

48:19

Can you still build authentic brands in the social media era? Isaac Martin is the Director of Video & Creative Innovation at Flight Story, one of the most innovative marketing agencies out there, founded by none other than Steven Bartlett. In this episode, Isaac and Oana chat about how brands need to keep themselves at the forefront of what's possi…

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How company doctors help to shape healthier staff, happier careers, and more effective businesses. 17:27

2M ago17:27

17:27

In this episode, Janine interviews Thorsten Wehrend, the company doctor, to shed light on the crucial role company doctors have in a company like Zalando. As he explains, not everyone at Zalando - or other organisations - is aware of the role company doctors play and better promotion and awareness of their role will build better employee health and…

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Eye Tracking and Social Metrics Beyond Likes and Shares - Joris De Bruyne 47:23

2M ago47:23

47:23

Do you measure your social media campaigns beyond the typical shares and likes? Joris De Bruyne is the CEO of EyeSee, one of the fastest growing behavioral insights companies in the world, based in New York, London, Paris, Gent/Antwerp, Belgrade, Mexico City and Singapore. In this episode, Joris and Oana discuss topics such as, customer-centric str…

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Transforming logistics, navigating engineering leadership and embracing the science of happiness. 20:16

3M ago20:16

20:16

Dan Persa, is Head of Engineering for ZEOS logistics and in this episode he talks to Janine about his role, his career, his approach to leadership and of course his three "Pieces of Me". The conversation covers the groundbreaking ZEOS logistics project at Zalando, which has the potential to transform E-commerce for brands across Europe, as well as …

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The Ryanair Social Media Masterclass - Michael Corcoran 50:33

3M ago50:33

50:33

Have you ever wondered how a brand can turn its social media presence into a dynamic powerhouse of engagement and authenticity? Michael Corcoran, Ex Ryanair Head of Social and Managing Partner at social media agency Frankly, takes us on a journey from his start as a nightclub bouncer to becoming a leading voice in digital marketing. Discover the fo…

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What great leadership looks like in tech and why mentorship in engineering is so important. 18:44

3M ago18:44

18:44

Janine sits down with Dusan Radojevic, Director of Engineering for Customer Facing Applications at Lounge by Zalando, to discuss his career to date and why mentorship and support are so vital for of personal and professional growth. Dusan explains his career to date, why Lounge by Zalando stands out in fashion and tech retails and how the"start-up"…

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How Creative Play Can Save Your Organization - Giorgio Giussani 45:42

4M ago45:42

45:42

Can play be serious too? Giorgio Giussani is a LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method facilitator and Chief Duck at What The Duck Workshops, aiming to transform the world of leadership one Lego brick at a time. In this conversation Giorgio and Oana discuss emotional authenticity, embracing play in leadership and how a more diverse leadership can have an impact…

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The evolution of tech in fashion retail and keeping ahead of changing customer needs. 17:09

4M ago17:09

17:09

In this episode, Janine interviews Maria Dodevska, Engineering Manager in the Site Reliability Engineering department at Zalando. They discuss the role of Maria’s team in building reliable software and providing a seamless customer experience, the evolution of the e-commerce industry over the last five years, and the need for a modern fashion and t…

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How Purpose - Led Leadership Can Transform Entire Organizations - Angela Cretu 56:58

4M ago56:58

56:58

Wonder what the CEO life is like? Angela Cretu, former CEO of AVON, shares her journey. From a small town in Romania to global force, Angela's 25-year career journey champions impact and relevance in a shifting business landscape. What drives her? Diversity. Growth. Vision. And two under appreciated tools - curiosity and humility. We unpacked so mu…

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Why there is a lack of diversity in tech roles and how the Women in Tech ERG aims to help change that. 21:08

4M ago21:08

21:08

Caitriona Bermingham and Hala Al Kuwatly sit down with Janine to discuss the issue of the lack of diversity in tech roles globally. In an episode that focuses on Employee Resource Groups at Zalando, Caitriona and Hala explain how the Women in Tech ERG helps create a voice, advocacy, events and opportunities for women in the tech field, at Zalando a…

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How to Unlock "More" Through the Power of Brand - Laura Miranda and Ariana Rae Diverio 41:13

5M ago41:13

41:13

"You can't have it all". Raise your hand if you're a working woman, mother, leader and heard this phrase at least a million times in your career. Our guests on this episode of The Unmtchd. Podcast are Laura Miranda and Ariana Rae Diverio, two strong, creative, successful professionals who happen to also be women and mothers. Laura and Ariana have c…

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How prioritising wellbeing accelerates your career and why employee communities focussed on mental health can make fashion and tech retail even more successful. 19:19

5M ago19:19

19:19

As part of our ongoing series looking at how Employee Resource Groups can empower organisations and individuals to reach new levels of engagement and cooperation, Janine talks to Karoline Bamberowicz and Sandra Dobiosch from the Mental Wellbeing ERG at Zalando. Karoline and Sandra unpack why they became involved in the ERG, the four pillars behind …

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Why the CMO has the Toughest Job in the C-Suite - Seth Matlins 44:57

5M ago44:57

44:57

Ready to reconsider your marketing playbook in 2024? Seth Matlins, Forbes CMO Network's managing director, shares his point of view on how to build genuine customer connections.Seth's vibrant journey and insights on the pivotal role of community in marketing are absolutely inspiring! With a Hollywood stint that revolutionised his career, he shares …

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Why E-Commerce needs experts in Sustainability Law, with Alexander Dohmen, Senior Legal Counsel, Environmental and Sustainability Law Zalando 19:02

5M ago19:02

19:02

This conversation with Alexander Dohmen gives a fascinating insight into how sustainability regulations are shaping the fashion and tech retail sector. Alex, who is not your typical lawyer, explains how Environmental and Sustainability Law is growing to ensure operations run in line with the world's sustainability goals. Understanding and navigatin…

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Redefining Success and the Power of Personal Energy - Simon Alexander Ong 48:40

6M ago48:40

48:40

In this first episode of 2024, our guest is the amazing Simon Alexander Ong, successful entrepreneur, public speaker and coach, and author of ENERGIZE, a book that completely transformed the way I managed my energy in 2023. Simon and I discussed his transformative journey from finance to coaching and his belief that inner energy drives success. We …

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In our special anniversary episode, two of the team behind Pieces of Me share their own pieces and discuss why they chose to start the podcast. 20:38

6M ago20:38

20:38

We're back after a short winter break and in this episode we're celebrating the first Pieces of Me "pod-iversary". Janine is joined by Aditi Gupte, Employer Branding Team Lead at Zalando. Aditi is one of the main players behind the podcast and together they discuss the importance of great employer branding, why they started Pieces of Me and how a p…

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How to Build a Life Aligned with Purpose and Values - Sonal Bhaskaran 42:02

6M ago42:02

42:02

Ever feel like you're always on a treadmill, running to prove your worth? In this episode, we have mental performance coach, Sonal Bhaskaran, to help us redefine self worth. In our chat with Sonal, we cover some of the basics: - Navigating burnouts and the power of 'no' - Aligning actions with your purpose - Unleashing your inner strength But we do…

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From Communism to Corporate America - Luca Carp 50:46

6M ago50:46

50:46

From the harsh realities of a post-communist regime to the glittering boardrooms of corporate America, Luca Carp's journey is a testament to relentless ambition. As Senior VP of Anastasia Beverly Hills, she's battled adversity, seized the American dream, and fashioned it to a beacon of self-determination. In an intensely personal conversation, we d…

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We Dress Code: How a passion for gaming and coding can help forge a career in fashion and tech retail, with Martin Schwitalla 16:45

7M ago16:45

16:45

Martin Schwitalla, Engineering Manager at Zalando sits down with Janine to discuss how the unlikely inspiration of hours spent gaming has helped shape his career to date. Martin also explains how inventory management works and why it’s a vitally important part of the logistical challenge for fashion and tech retail in the digital age. His three pie…

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The Best Strategies for Launching your Podcast in 2024 - Ryan R. Sullivan 47:29

7M ago47:29

47:29

Ready to level up your marketing game in 2024? Then sit back and chill as Oana chats with Ryan from Podcasting Principles about his remarkable journey from working as a mechanic to finding his niche in the podcasting world. Ryan explains how this medium is a powerful catalyst for personal growth and fostering new relationships.Ryan and Oana talk ab…

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Innovation in the customer journey and embracing change to shape fashion and tech retail, with Kenneth Melchior 17:28

7M ago17:28

17:28

Kenneth Melchior, VP of Lounge by Zalando sits down with Janine and explains his current role at Lounge as well as his varied career to date, all across Zalando. Kenneth touches on the innovative "treasure hunt" and short-lived campaign strategies that Lounge by Zalando use to enhance the customer journey. He then goes on to discuss the importance …

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Writing is the best skill you can learn in 2024 - Jasmin Alić 50:01

7M ago50:01

50:01

With an intriguing transition from a rapper to a brand strategist and copywriter, Jasmin’s story is one worth a listen. This chat will give you an exclusive insight into the world of copywriting, the vital role of personal branding, and engaging with a LinkedIn audience effectively. Jasmin preaches the importance of building brand authority, especi…

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Empowering colleagues with Employee Resource Groups, with Kerstin Schartner and Elke Fischer from the Neurodiversity ERG at Zalando 20:25

7M ago20:25

20:25

Embracing diversity is vital for organisations to thrive in fashion and tech retail. Kerstin and Elke join Janine to discuss the “invisible diversity” of neurodivergent colleagues and the power and impact of the Neurodiversity ERG at Zalando. Kerstin and Elke explain our unconscious biases when it comes to neurodiverse colleagues and bring into the…

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Owning Your Career Path to Creativity - Jo Bird 1:04:24

8M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

Get ready to ignite your creative spark! In this episode, we're flipping the script on creativity and innovation. Our guest, Jo Bird, Creative Lead at Lounge Underwear, takes us on a journey from her creatively rich upbringing to the helm of in-house creativity. Jo delves into the impact of comfort zones on creativity, emphasizing the need to break…

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What does it take to thrive as an Executive Assistant in fashion and tech retail? With Pooja Chibber and Shannon Besim. 20:58

8M ago20:58

20:58

Janine sits down with Pooja Chibber and Shannon Besim to unpick the old Hollywood stereotypes about assistants and find out what skills are vital when it comes to keeping leadership teams running effectively and efficiently. Pooja and Shannon discuss the importance of organisational skill, communication, personal resilience, and how the job is a li…

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Navigating the Future: Web3, Blockchain and Digital Connectivity - Diego Borgo 41:58

8M ago41:58

41:58

Ever wonder what it takes to pioneer the next phase of digital interaction? Join us as we sit with Diego Borgo, a trailblazer from Brazil who ventured into the world of Web3 and the metaverse, guiding brands to navigate this transformative space. Diego shares his compelling journey, emphasizing the importance of taking calculated risks and preservi…

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Founding Days; a special episode digging deeper into what makes great culture in fashion and tech retail 8:41

8M ago8:41

8:41

On this special episode of Pieces of Me, Janine hears from Zalando colleagues from across the business to hear what it means to succeed in fashion and tech retail. Every year, around the anniversary of when the first customer order was made in 2008, Zalando celebrates it’s Founding Days with a special focus on a unique culture in the workplace. In …

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Understanding Global Project Management with Neha Jain, Lead Program Manager, Global PMO at Zalando 18:42

9M ago18:42

18:42

Neha sits down with Janine to explain Project Management in fashion and tech retail and unpack what her role entails and why it's important. Neha touches on new projects that will transform the sector and opens up about the risks and best practice when it comes to new Project Management. Neha's "pieces" reveal her passion for travel and her reasons…

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How Employee Resource Groups can transform the employee experience with Hassan Elseoudy and Noor Malik, members of the Muslim Community ERG at Zalando 20:05

9M ago20:05

20:05

In the second of our episodes looking at how employee resource groups can improve employee experience and onboarding within large businesses, Janine sits down with Hassan Elseoudy and Noor Malik, members of the Muslim Community ERG at Zalando to unpack why the community is so important to them and to the company. Amongst Hassan and Noor's "pieces" …

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Understanding the role of employee resource groups (ERGs) at work, with Cassandra Pope and Lisanne Dorn Bota from the Black Employee Connection ERG at Zalando. 25:08

10M ago25:08

25:08

Cassandra and Lisanne sit down with Janine to discuss their Hopes and objectives for the Black Employee Connection ERG at Zalando, the effects of the Black Lives Matter movement in the work environment and the evolving roles of ERGs within organisations. From a Blackberry to The Matrix on VHS, the ‘pieces’ Cassandra and Lisanne bring into the studi…

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#11: WAM : Collaborative Brand Strategy - How to Successfully Position your Brand for the Win 1:01:53

10M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

In this episode, we have a powerhouse trio in the studio: Wes Henstock, Ash Rathod, and Martin Zarian, founders of acclaimed creative agencies Confid3ntial, DFC, and Factory 39, respectively. What makes this episode exceptional? They've united their expertise from different agencies to create the first-ever brand strategy collective and redefine br…

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Online retail and the home and lifestyle brand sector, and with Lilly Tonin from Lounge by Zalando 21:10

10M ago21:10

21:10

Janine sits down with Lilly Tonin from Lounge by Zalando to hear Lilly's insights into the home and lifestyle brands industry and how it works today as well as her career advice for anyone looking to take their first steps in the sector. Lilly's three Pieces of Me reflect her passion for writing, how continual learning is the most important part of…

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The top 5 pieces of career advice that our guests have offered. 10:10

11M ago10:10

10:10

Over the last few months we’ve heard some super-smart and inspiring pieces of wisdom and career advice from our guests. To make all this advice easily accessible, we have packaged them all together in this special episode. Our guests give us the lowdown on what it takes to succeed in the fashion and tech retail sector as well as more general insigh…

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Justin Rao, VP of Pricing and Performance marketing sheds light on some of the scientific solutions involved in fashion and tech retail. 21:42

11M ago21:42

21:42

Justin Rao sits down to talk to Janine to discuss the application of science in the world of fashion and tech retail. How do algorithms help drive customer value? How are the analysts in Justins team employed? How does Justin's background in economics shape pricing at Zalando. Justin also gives us a glimpse of the future of e-commerce and brings wi…

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#10: Aleks Stojanovic : Decoding Gen Z - Creating Content that Connects 1:01:03

11M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

In an era where hard-selling tactics are rapidly losing their charm, creating engaging content without directly selling a product may seem like a herculean task. Aleks Stoyanovich is Head of Social Media at Trendsetters, a marketing agency that hits the bullseye when it comes to resonating with the Gen Z demographic. Alex opens up about his career …

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Andreas Antrup, SVP Partner Services at Zalando, talks to Janine about how his upbringing has helped shape his career. 16:54

12M ago16:54

16:54

Andreas Antrup sits down with Janine and explains how the fashion and tech retail industry has completely transformed during the twelve years that he has been with Zalando. He also sheds light on the future of the industry as Zalando continues to evolve fashion and tech retail by connecting consumers and partners on the platform. Andreas' three "Pi…

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#09: Polina Marinova : Uncovering Your Hidden Genius - The Learning Journey Behind "The Profile" 1:02:55

12M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Ever wrestled with imposter syndrome or felt lost in your career path? You're not alone - join me for an enlightening conversation with Polina Marinova, journalist, entrepreneur, and the brain behind popular newsletter The Profile. We unravel Polina's journey, from her humble beginnings at CNN and USA Today, through dealing with imposter syndrome a…

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Alexis Evans and Juan Sierra talk to Janine about the importance and impact of the LGBTQIA+ Community at Zalando. 22:02

12M ago22:02

22:02

Alexis and Juan delve into what it means to be part of the LGBTQIA+ community, from personal experiences of finding acceptance to the importance of representation in the fashion and tech retail sector. Amongst the items brought in by Juan and Alexis is a scrapbook page containing a surprising link to a shared experience in Berlin. Hit play and find…

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