the interview series

“I’d love to see the way finance is taught and introduced change to engage a wider audience of people, specifically women. Having lived in New York, and many of my friends are also from there, we do share a perverse fascination with real estate and are very transparent about price. Those conversations are liberating; to objectively discuss what things cost and what we are willing to pay. ” Audra Kiewiet de Jonge is founder of Art/Artefact, the interior design practice with an art-first perspective. At the root of Audra’s work is the concept of value, and creating lived environments for the pieces that hold value in our life. Join us as Audra shares her experience and insights in the art world, how she helps her clients develop their taste muscles whilst encouraging a sense of wonder and inquisitiveness, along with her views on breaking the taboo of talking about money.

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“Share dealing remains a bit of a mystery and I’m curious about it.  It’s only recently that I’ve started dipping my toe into personal investments outside of having my pension in ‘safe’ funds.” Join us as Jenny reveals how her intuition and attention to detail has led her to work on some of the most impressive marketing campaigns across luxury real estate and hospitality, including the story of The OWO’s branding. Jenny also shares how she is a self-taught investor and her love for contemporary art.

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“I buy pieces that I love, rather than purely for investment, however I have got lucky on a few occasions.” Join us as Kate shares her insights and knowledge on the world of super-prime property and the importance of attention to detail. She also reveals her love of art and antiques, and how her upbringing ensures that financial equality exists in her home life.

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“When I started helping people or whenever I saw somebody feel better, I kept thinking that was my return on investment or, rather, my return on suffering and that the suffering that I had been through was not in vain if I was able to help others.” Join us as Yalda shares her experience and the critical moment in her life that led her to dedicate her time and energy into researching inflammation. Learn how Yalda thinks and manages her wealth and the power of a positive mindset.

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“I have pulled the business through a pandemic whilst raising a new born at the same time and I have felt burnt out. Many of these challenges test your mindset and ultimately you become more and more self-aware; it also forces you to focus on your own self-development.” Join us as Nika shares her inspiration, heritage and experience as a founder, business woman and mother.

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“Genetics plays an important part, but equally important is what we put on our skin and how we live. Sleep, nutrition, lifestyle choices (alcohol, smoking) and of course skin care all play a pivotal role in looking your best at every age.” Join us as Dr. Zamani shares how to approach skincare and aesthetics in a considered, luxurious and sustainable way. here we learn how she started, her mission, and her secrets to healthy, happy skin.

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“I never asked for enough pay-rises when I was working for other companies and I regret that and so have vowed to myself never to be financially timid or apologetic again.” Join us as Sara shares how to take the frustration out of daily-dressing, her go-to labels and how to build a capsule wardrobe. Learn about how Sara manages her finances, both personally and professionally…and the lessons she’s learnt along the way.

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“I have always loved creative activities. My mother and grandmother were artists and both had studios. It felt very natural to me to be making things with my hands but I somehow found myself following a much more academic route at school and was always disappointed that I was encouraged away from art. It took me years to find my way back to that path but I got there in the end!” Join us as Molly shares how her passion project evolved organically into a booming business, the joy of making with your own hands, and the power of collaboration and mentors.

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“The divorce process was undoubtedly a trying period in my life, and the most substantial source of stress came from several fronts. Perhaps the most pressing concern was financial stability. The uncertainty of post-divorce finances weighed heavily on my mind, as it does for many individuals in such situations.” Join us as Caroline shares her raw account of her experience of divorce, her challenges and resilience along with how mindset is a key factor in taking control of your life in a positive way.

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Meet Katharine Pooley, one of the most sought-after interior designers working internationally today. Recently named ‘British Interior Designer of the Decade’, ‘International Designer in Asia of the Year’ and ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Katharine’s design ethos is both highly respected and uniquely far-reaching. Join us as Katharine shares how she came to be an interior designer, her future plans, and how keeping control of finances is key to longevity in business.

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“Women still struggle to have a voice in many circumstances, and the workplace is still full of bias. I have had to pull on my masculine energy to push hard in the workplace, and still do sometimes. It is exhausting. I think finding the courage and confidence to be open and honest, is the hardest thing for women.” Join us as Elizabeth shares her experience as a woman in business, the importance of wellbeing and inclusion in the workforce, and how gratuity and kindness and key to longevity and success.

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Sleep is not an isolated part of our life. It interacts with women’s health – general and reproductive health, hormonal transitions like menopause, and the stresses of our work and family lives. Also, as women, we tend to focus emotionally and physically on others first before taking time to care for ourselves. The result? Our need to sleep collides with the demands of the world and society we live in. Join us as Dr Kat shares her inspiration, tools and routine for successful sleep, how hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle or the perimenopause can affect sleep, along with the best piece of financial advice she ever received.

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Working to build inclusivity in golf has long been at Cabot’s core. Join us as Jules shares how she juggles motherhood and business whilst finding the unicorn of balance and organisation.

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After leaving Made in Chelsea in 2015, Rosie Fortescue set up her eponymous jewellery brand. Join us as Rosie shares her inspiration, tools and routine for running a successful business, along with how she manages her finances and her favourite places to hang out in London.

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Collect is one of the world’s most influential fairs focusing on contemporary craft and design. Join us as their Fair Director, Isobel, shares her passion for crafts, the importance of supporting emerging and living artists, and her top picks for this year’s fair.

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Hallstein is a family owned and run business flowing with ideas for improving the way we consume water. Elisabeth is a passionate advocate for global drinking water improvement and an acknowledged expert in hydrobiology. Join us as Elisabeth shares her experience and passion for improving immunity and reducing inflammation using water, along with her definition of wealth, what she wishes she knew about finance, and where her first investment is now.

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Tania firmly believes that there is a lack of knowledge about the options available to women who have gynaecological issues that the public healthcare does not cater for, especially many of the problems experienced when going through the menopause, cancer treatments, and even childbirth. Most women just accept these as part of their lives, but they do not need to. Join us as she shares her experience, words of wisdom and encouragement for women going through menopause and beyond.

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Join us as she shares her insights into the world of the beauty industry, the importance of working with true experts, and her top tips for managing your finances. Francesca is passionate about bridging the disconnect between patients and practitioners – while steering a new dialogue that informs and inspires. Helping others to discover new routes to wellness, while bringing a practitioner’s expertise to life for modern audiences, is what makes her tick.

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Meet Sam, co-founder of The Divorce Surgery. A brand new legal model, founded on the principle that with equal access to top quality, impartial legal advice couples will be empowered to resolve their differences quickly, fairly and with the least conflict. Join us as she shares her determination to improve the process for separating couples, how important alleviating conflict is and how one-size-fits all doesn’t apply to divorce.

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Meet Pip, founder of With Nothing Underneath, the sustainable women’s shirt brand. Join us as she shares the inspiration behind the brand, the importance of a good accountant and how she talks about money openly with her girlfriends.

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