Sarah Potempa of Beachwaver - Leap and the Net Will Appear
December 16, 2019
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Leap and the net will appear. It’s inspiring wisdom from successful celebrity stylist Sarah Potempa, who created the incredible smash hit The Beachwaver---a patented, dual Voltage Rotating Curling Iron along with a line of styling products. She took an idea from inspiration to action within a single week, and built the self-funded, female-founded company to nearly 50 people! Sarah combined what she learned from traveling the world — working with the biggest celebrities like Barack Obama, Kendall Jenner, and Cyndi Lauper — with the knowledge that anything is possible if you keep fighting and trying. Sarah joins Socialfly Co-Founders Stephanie Cartin and Courtney Spritzer for a conversation about her career, and describes her journey to success, including how you can always find a solution when you’re with family; the need to simply communicate together through challenges; the moment she felt like a Kardashian; reaching the point when she could start saying “no”; an incredible moment she saw her daughter live a dream; and, the amazing moments when Sarah witnesses the impact her product line makes. Plus, a surprise!
Stephanie Cartin is a serial entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, community builder, and a champion for women founders. She created the Entreprenista League, a community for women founders, to provide resources and support necessary at all business stages. She’s also the Co-founder of Socialfly, one of the first social media marketing agencies, as well as Entreprenista Media and Pearl Influential Capital which was recently acquired by Cherub. Stephanie has shared her journey managing her health challenges with Multiple Sclerosis, Infertility, and a complicated pregnancy and is an advocate for women going through similar challenges. Her story and businesses have been featured on the Today Show, Bloomberg and Forbes. Consider Stephanie your biggest business cheerleader.
Courtney Spritzer is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, and advocate for women founders. As Co-Founder and CEO of Socialfly, a social-first digital agency launched in 2012 and acquired in 2024, she has helped shape the industry with innovative strategies. She co-founded the Entreprenista League, a community for women founders, offering essential resources and support for all stages of business growth. Courtney’s entrepreneurial journey and business insights have been highlighted in top publications like Entrepreneur.com, Bloomberg, and Forbes.
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