The Experts w/ Dr Jenelle Kim

How to Succeed in Beauty Retail: Amazon & Sephora Insider Tips with Ali Kole, Head of luxury beauty at Amazon

Want to break into the beauty retail space and succeed at Amazon or Sephora? In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim sits down with Ali Kole, former Head of Premium Beauty at Amazon and a seasoned industry executive with a decade at Sephora. She shares insider knowledge on what it takes to scale a brand in today’s competitive beauty market, from supply chain must-haves to mastering online and in-store retail strategies.
Whether you’re an emerging brand looking to launch or an established company navigating retail partnerships, this episode is full of actionable advice to help you avoid common pitfalls and thrive in the industry.
🔑 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to succeed as a beauty brand on Amazon vs. Sephora✅ The biggest mistakes brands make in online and retail distribution✅ Why supply chain and inventory management matter more than ever✅ The power of brand awareness outside of Amazon✅ How luxury beauty brands can win in a promotional-heavy space✅ What investors look for when acquiring beauty brands
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Dr. Jenelle Kim & Ali Kole at BeautyConnect LA00:30 – Ali’s background: From Sephora to Amazon & leading luxury beauty02:00 – The role of premium beauty at Amazon & how brands succeed03:30 – The importance of supply chain & inventory for Amazon brands05:00 – Why Amazon penalizes brands for being out of stock06:15 – What beauty brands get wrong about Amazon’s algorithm07:30 – The power of promotions on Amazon (and why luxury brands hesitate)09:00 – Why brands should participate in Prime Day & key Amazon events10:15 – The importance of product pages & visuals for online success11:30 – How external brand awareness drives Amazon sales12:45 – The key differences between Sephora, Ulta & Amazon for beauty brands14:30 – How Ali got into the beauty industry & built her career
🔥 FREE Resources & Links:📖 Learn more about Ali Kole → Connect on LinkedIn 
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Unlocking Wellness & Longevity: Dr. Amy Shah’s Blueprint for Health

How can you take control of your health and longevity in 2025? In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim sits down with renowned physician, bestselling author, and wellness expert, to uncover the science-backed strategies that fuel optimal health. From the power of intermittent fasting to the mind-body connection, Dr. Shah shares actionable insights on balancing Eastern and Western medicine, overcoming burnout, and reclaiming energy.
🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:✅ The truth about intermittent fasting and how to make it work for YOU✅ Why movement is medicine—especially for women in perimenopause✅ The biggest wellness mistakes most people make (and how to fix them)✅ How to integrate Eastern and Western medicine for a balanced life✅ Dr. Shah’s journey from burnout to becoming a leading health expert
⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro with Dr. Jenelle Kim01:00 – Dr. Amy Shah’s background & wellness mission03:00 – Her immigrant journey & inspiration for nutrition science06:00 – Family health struggles and the role of diet in chronic illness10:00 – The problem with traditional medicine & her breaking point15:00 – How Eastern & Western medicine can work together20:00 – The wake-up call that changed Dr. Shah’s approach30:00 – Movement & perimenopause: What every woman should know40:00 – How to personalize intermittent fasting for longevity50:00 – The power of self-awareness in health & success55:00 – Dr. Shah’s top wellness resources & upcoming projects
🔥 FREE Resources & Links:📖 Read Dr. Amy Shah’s books: I’m So F’ing Tired & I’m So F’ing Hungry 🎓 Dr. Jenelle Kim’s 8 Keys Course: jenellekim.com🌿 Learn more about JBK Wellness Labs: jbkwellnesslabs.com
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The Five Types of Wealth: Sahil Bloom's Blueprint for a Fulfilling Life

What if everything you thought about wealth and success was wrong? Former D1 athlete turned Silicon Valley CEO, Sahil Bloom, opens up about the wake-up call that transformed his life and why chasing financial success alone leads to emptiness. In this powerful episode of The Experts, Sahil shares his game-changing framework for The Five Types of Wealth—and how you can start building a truly fulfilling life today. 🔥
 
In this MUST-LISTEN episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Why chasing money alone won’t make you happy
✅ The #1 mistake holding most people back from real wealth
✅ The billionaire time management secret that will change your life ✅ How to build wealth in ALL areas (not just financial)
✅ The morning routine that transformed Sahil’s mindset
 
⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – The wake-up call that changed everything
0:42 – What real wealth means (not what you think)
3:00 – From immigrant kid to Silicon Valley success
5:00 – The dark side of achievement nobody talks about
12:00 – The moment everything changed
15:00 – What actually matters in life
20:00 – The Five Types of Wealth Framework revealed
25:00 – Physical wealth secrets
30:00 – Why planning fails (and what works instead)
35:00 – Time wealth mastery
40:00 – What dying people regret most
45:00 – How to start your wealth journey today
 
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Get Sahil's Wealth Framework: https://sahilbloom.com
📖 Get The Five Types of Wealth Book: https://a.co/d/fBZjUvv
🎓 Dr. Kim’s 8 Keys Course: https://jenellekim.com (Use CODE: DJKBLOOM)
🌿 JBK Wellness Labs: https://jbkwellnesslabs.com 
 
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🔹 Sahil Bloom:📸 Instagram: @sahilbloom🐦 Twitter: @sahilbloom▶️ YouTube: Sahil Bloom
 
 
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🌿 How Beekman 1802 Revolutionized Skincare with Goat Milk & Kindness

In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim and Craig Nandoo sit down with Dr. Brent Ridge, co-founder of Beekman 1802, to uncover the science behind goat milk skincare and the incredible entrepreneurial journey that took Beekman 1802 from a small farm to a global beauty brand.
A former physician and aging specialist, Dr. Ridge shares how losing his job during the 2008 recession led him and his husband, Josh Kilmer-Purcell, to build one of the most recognized clean beauty brands in the industry. He explains how goat milk’s unique properties—like its similar pH to human skin and nourishing oligosaccharides—help support the skin’s microbiome and overall skin health.
🔥 In this must-listen episode, we cover:✅ How Beekman 1802 went from a small farm to a global beauty powerhouse✅ The science behind goat milk & its benefits for the skin microbiome✅ Why kindness is a core value in both skincare and life✅ How Beekman 1802 scaled from DTC to major retail partnerships✅ Lessons on resilience & innovation for beauty entrepreneurs
 
✨ A powerful conversation on science-backed skincare, brand-building, and the mindset behind success.
📥 Connect with Dr. Brent Ridge & Beekman 1802:
🌐 Beekman 1802: https://beekman1802.com📸 Instagram: @beekman1802📘 Facebook: Beekman 1802🐦 Twitter: @Beekman1802Boys
 
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🌿 How Karen Behnke Built Juice Beauty & Transformed Clean Skincare

In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim and Craig Nandoo sit down with Karen Behnke, Founder of Juice Beauty, to explore how she pioneered the clean beauty movement long before it became mainstream.
Karen shares the inspiration behind Juice Beauty, the power of organic botanical juices in skincare, and the challenges of formulating high-performance clean beauty products. With nearly two decades of success, Juice Beauty has become a nationwide brand, proving that luxury skincare can be both effective and sustainable.
🔥 In this must-listen episode, we cover:✅ How Karen launched Juice Beauty & disrupted the beauty industry✅ The benefits of organic botanical juices for skin health✅ Challenges of creating truly clean, high-performance beauty products✅ What’s next for the clean beauty movement✅ Karen’s advice for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs
💡 A powerful conversation for beauty lovers, skincare enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs looking to make an impact.
📥 Connect with Karen Behnke & Juice Beauty:
🌐 Juice Beauty: https://juicebeauty.com📸 Instagram: @juicebeauty📘 Facebook: Juice Beauty🐦 Twitter: @juicebeauty
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How Frédéric Fekkai Transformed the Luxury Hair Care Industry

In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim and Craig Nandoo sit down with Frédéric Fekkai, the visionary behind the first luxury hair care brand that changed the beauty industry forever.
From launching his high-end salon empire to creating game-changing hair products and later reacquiring his brand from Procter & Gamble, Frédéric shares the passion, resilience, and innovation that defined his journey. He also discusses his latest venture, Bastide, a brand inspired by his Provence roots and a commitment to sustainability.
 
🔥 In this must-listen episode, we cover:✅ How Frédéric built the first luxury hair care line & changed the industry✅ The lessons learned from selling & reacquiring his brand✅ Why sustainability & clean beauty are the future of hair care✅ Frédéric’s advice for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs✅ His personal definition of beauty & self-care
 
💡 A powerful conversation filled with insights for beauty lovers, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about innovation.
📥 Connect with Frédéric Fekkai & His Brands:
🌐 Fekkai Haircare: https://fekkai.com🌿 Bastide Beauty & Fragrance: https://bastide.com📸 Instagram: @fredericfekkai | @fekkai | @bastideofficial📘 Facebook: Fekkai | Bastide🐦 Twitter: @fredericfekkai
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How Tatcha Maintains Its Heritage While Leading Beauty Innovation

In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim and Craig Nandoo sit down with Lorne Lucree, SVP of Global Innovation at Tatcha, to explore the brand’s journey from indie disruptor to global beauty powerhouse under Unilever Prestige.
Lorne, with a career spanning L’Oréal, Clinique, and Tatcha, shares how the brand balances tradition and modern innovation, ensuring that Tatcha’s Japanese skincare roots remain intact while expanding worldwide. He also advises indie beauty founders on staying disruptive in a competitive market and navigating the transition from startup to global success.
🔥 In this episode, we cover:✅ How Tatcha scaled globally while preserving its Japanese skincare philosophy✅ Why mindfulness and tradition are key to brand authenticity✅ What it takes to innovate in beauty without losing integrity✅ Lorne’s expert advice for indie beauty brands looking to scale✅ The future of beauty under Unilever Prestige & beyond
🚀 A must-listen for beauty entrepreneurs, brand builders, and industry insiders!
📥 Connect with Lorne Lucree & Tatcha:
🌐 Website: https://www.tatcha.com📸 Instagram: @tatcha📘 Facebook: Tatcha🐦 Twitter: @tatcha💼 LinkedIn: Lorne Lucree
 
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Why "Pro-Aging" is the Future of Beauty with Studio10’s Grace Fodor

The beauty industry has long promoted anti-aging, but Grace Fodor, founder of Studio10, is leading a movement to celebrate aging instead of fighting it. In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim sits down with Grace to discuss how her brand is redefining beauty standards by creating makeup specifically designed for mature skin—without unrealistic promises of turning back time.
 
🔥 In this episode, we cover:✅ Why traditional makeup isn’t formulated for aging skin (and what works instead)✅ The problem with the "anti-aging" narrative in beauty & how it affects confidence✅ How Studio10 is changing the conversation around beauty & self-care✅ The emotional and psychological impact of beauty as we age✅ Why "pro-aging" is the future of the beauty industry
✨ This conversation is about more than makeup—it’s about empowerment, confidence, and embracing every stage of life.
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📸 Instagram: @studio10makeup🌐 Website: https://www.studio10beauty.com
 
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How Consumer-Focused Innovation Built a $450M Skincare Empire

In this episode of The Experts, Dr. Jenelle Kim and Craig Nandoo sit down with Carrie Gross, CEO of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, to discuss how she turned groundbreaking skincare solutions into a $450 million brand acquisition by Shiseido.
Before co-founding the brand with Dr. Dennis Gross, Carrie was a fashion industry leader with a deep understanding of trends and consumer behavior. Inspired by the science behind the Alpha Beta® Peel, she leveraged her expertise to blend clinical-grade ingredients with real, in-office results—creating a category-defining cosmeceutical brand.
🔥 In this must-listen episode, Carrie shares:✅ How consumer insights fueled the brand’s success✅ The story behind the iconic Alpha Beta® Peel & what makes it revolutionary✅ Why innovation & integrity are the foundation of lasting beauty brands✅ How skincare is evolving—and what’s next for the industry✅ The power of beauty as confidence & self-expression
🚀 Tune in for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how a hyper-focus on the consumer led to a multi-million dollar beauty empire.
📥 Connect with Carrie & Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare:
📸 Instagram: @mscarriegross | @dgskincare🌐 Website: https://drdennisgross.com
 
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How Beauty & Wellness Are Merging – Insights from L’Oréal’s Carol Hamilton

The beauty industry is undergoing a massive transformation, shifting beyond makeup to holistic health and wellness. In this episode of The Experts, Carol Hamilton, Group President of Acquisitions at L’Oréal USA, shares game-changing insights on the future of beauty, skincare, and self-care.
 
🔥 In this episode, we cover:✅ Why beauty and wellness are merging – and what it means for the future✅ The rise of hybrid beauty products blending skincare and makeup✅ The importance of authenticity in beauty brands✅ How L’Oréal is driving innovation with wellness-focused products✅ The future of body care and why it’s as important as skincare✅ New beauty tech & devices helping make beauty more accessible
Carol also shares how beauty impacts confidence and self-worth, and why feeling good in your skin is the foundation of a better life.
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🌿 Learn More About JBK Wellness Labs: https://jbkwellnesslabs.com📖 Follow Carol Hamilton for More Insights: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-hamilton💄 Follow L’Oréal USA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorealusa
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