The Retail Wrap-Up
Retail is constantly moving and adapting as consumer behaviour changes. The Retail Wrap-Up Podcast is dedicated to just this. Join us as we interview some of the world's best retailers to understand how they are succeeding and then draw insights into the changing world of retail. RetailOasis is Australia's leading consumer facing retail consultancy, and a registered B-Corporation. Our mission is to co-create the future of sustainable retail, whilst using business to positively impact the environment and society. We aim to inspire every retailer to do better and be better.
The Retail Wrap-Up
Ep. 97 - Rebecca Klodinsky, Founder of The Prestwick Place & IIXIIST
Hello and welcome back to the Retail Wrap-Up – retail’s favourite podcast!
We’re excited to bring you the final episode of Season 4 featuring Rebecca Klodinsky, the dynamic entrepreneur behind two great brands: The Prestwick Place, a luxury jewellery brand specialising in lab-grown diamonds and Moissanite, and IIXIIST, a globally renowned sustainable swimwear brand.
Here’s what you can look forward to in this inspiring episode:
- Rebecca’s Journey: Learn how Rebecca identified gaps in the market and transformed IIXIIST from a backyard startup into a global brand beloved by celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber.
- From Swimwear to Jewellery: Rebecca shares how her passion for transparency and sustainability led her to co-found The Prestwick Place, offering ethical and eco-friendly alternatives to mined diamonds.
- The Truth About Diamonds: Discover Rebecca’s take on the “dirty secrets” of the diamond industry and why she believes lab-grown diamonds are the future.
- Balancing Act: Hear how Rebecca balances motherhood and entrepreneurship, ensuring her children remain her top priority, even amidst the demands of running two successful businesses.
- Social Media Strategy: Rebecca reflects on the evolving power of social media and how it has shaped her multi-million-dollar brands.
- Consumer Savviness: Explore her thoughts on why consumers are becoming more discerning about celebrity endorsements and the value of authenticity in brand partnerships.
This episode is packed with insights into building purpose-driven brands, embracing innovation, and challenging industry norms—all while staying true to a vision of sustainability and ethics.
Thank you, Rebecca, for joining us! We’re sure you’ll love the lessons, inspiration, and thought-provoking ideas from this conversation.
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