Claire and Erica's Business Runs on Friendship, Not VC Funding
Ambition 2.011 Apr 2023

Claire and Erica's Business Runs on Friendship, Not VC Funding

Claire Mazur and Erica Cerulo's careers are intertwined and built around a deep friendship that goes back to their days as undergrads at the University of Chicago. They got set up on a friend date, hit it off and remained close ever since. "We always knew the minor characters in each other's work lives," says Erica. After graduating, both of them moved to New York. Erica worked in magazines at Lucky and Details, while Claire worked in the theater world. Then, their first business idea was born: Of a Kind, an ecomm site that stocked goods from over 600 independent designers and makers. Claire and Erica's brand was born in the heyday of New York's fashion startup boom alongside Rent the Runway and Warby Parker. In an exciting turn, Of a Kind was acquired by Bed, Bath and Beyond, only to be shuttered a few years later. Today, the pair are still working together on their newsletter and podcast brand, A Thing or Two. On this episode of the podcast, Claire and Erica explain how women's friendship can fuel great businesses, when it's ok to walk away from a great project and how success shouldn't be measured in VC dollars raised. Subscribe to A Thing or Two's newsletter or listen to their podcast at athingortwohq.com. Get your very own Workplace Affirmation Deck from Girlboss at girlboss.com/affirmations! Sign up for Girlboss Daily, our must-read morning newsletter, at girlboss.com/newsletter. You'll get A+ career advice, dream job postings, free coffee every Friday and a few emojis (because we’re fun like that), delivered right to your inbox. Looking for your next dream employee? Post your open role on our Girlboss Job Board at jobs.girlboss.com. Girlboss Goods, our women-owned and operated marketplace, makes it easier for you to vote with your dollar while also championing small businesses. Head to girlboss.com/goods. Happy shopping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Amanda Bacon, Founder and Owner, Moon Juice

Amanda Bacon, Founder and Owner, Moon Juice

Amanda Bacon grabs headlines, not only for her one-of-a-kind juices, but also for the celebrity clients who love what she makes. The founder and owner of the Los Angeles-based juice bar, Moon Juice, Amanda sees juice not just as nourishment, but as a tonic for improved beauty, balance, and overall well-being. Amanda shares her unconventional story of rising to the top, beginning with a job that isn’t usually equated with CEOs. This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Moj Mahdara, CEO Beautycon

Moj Mahdara, CEO Beautycon

Moj Mahdara is always on the forefront of all things digital. Her current project? Beautycon Media. Beautycon is the global community of content creators, celebrities, fans and brands that come together to celebrate all things fashion, beauty, and style of the Gen Z and Millennial lifestyle. Prior Beautycon, Moj started two other digital agencies, MMA and Made with Elastic. On this episode, Sophia and Moj discuss Moj's college radio station days, creating brilliant brand partnerships, and how today's Beautycon girls embody the Riot grrrl movement. http://www.girlboss.com/    This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jessica Koslow, Chef and Owner Sqirl

Jessica Koslow, Chef and Owner Sqirl

Jessica Koslow has the food world talking. Her restaurant Sqirl's inventive take on breakfast and lunch has customers lining up for her signature rice bowls and jams. The New York Times food columnist Mark Bittman calls her dishes "downright revolutionary". But Jessica's career hasn't been a straight path to the kitchen. On this episode, Sophia and Jessica discuss Jessica's competitive ice skating days, sending a cold e-mail to #girlboss and chef Anne Quatrano, and the exciting future of Sqirl. http://www.girlboss.com/   This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Club W. Club W is a revolutionary new wine club that sends you wine directly to your door. Go to Clubw.com/GIRBOSS to get 50% off your next order. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Gregg Renfrew, CEO Beautycounter

Gregg Renfrew, CEO Beautycounter

Gregg Renfrew is a serial entrepreneur. She was the CEO of the Wedding List, an online bridal registry company, which she sold to Martha Stewart Omnimedia in 2001. She's also consulted high end brands like Bergdorf Goodman and Intermix. In 2013, she launched her latest company, Beautycounter, a cosmetics line that creates safe, healthy and fashion forward beauty products. On the podcast, Sophia and Gregg discuss Gregg's early days at Xerox, her unexpected foray into politics, and Beautycounter's mission to better the world.   Today’s show is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you’ve got to try FreshBooks. Go to FreshBooks.com/girlboss for your free 30-day trial. Today's show is also brought to you by MeUndies. MeUndies makes the world’s most comfortable underwear that come in tons of styles. Head to MeUndies.com/GIRLBOSS to get free shipping and 20% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Christene Barberich, Global Editor-in-Chief & Co-Founder, Refinery29

Christene Barberich, Global Editor-in-Chief & Co-Founder, Refinery29

Christene Barberich is a media force. As the Co-Founder and Global Editor-in-Chief of Refinery29, Christene has grown the company from a niche website about New York boutique designers into a lifestyle brand that's expanding globally. Before founding at Refinery29, Christene held positions at The Daily, Gourmet Magazine, and The New Yorker. On this episode, Sophia and Christene discuss their parallel career trajectories, brand identity, and the late David Bowie. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. When you decide to sign up for Squarespace, make sure to use the offer code GIRLBOSS to get 10 percent off your first purchase. This episode is also brought to you by FreshBooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Courtney Love, Musician & Actress

Courtney Love, Musician & Actress

Courtney Love is outspoken, unapologetic, and fierce. Her band Hole was nominated for multiple Grammys and their albums Live Through This and Celebrity Skin went platinum. She's also a Golden Globe nominated actress. Courtney's iconic style has influenced the likes of Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, and now, Nasty Gal. The two discussed working with Andy Warhol, the price of fame, and their new Courtney Love x Nasty Gal collaboration.  Today's show is brought to you by Club W. Don't ever come home to a wine-free house again. Go to ClubW.com/Girlboss for 50 percent off your first over. ClubW.com/Girlboss Today's show is also brought to you by FreshBooks. FreshBooks makes creating and sending invoices, organizing your expenses, and tracking your hours the easiest part of your day. Go to Freshbooks.com/girlboss for your free 30-day trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#GirbossRadio Sophia and Liz Holiday Special

#GirbossRadio Sophia and Liz Holiday Special

On this festive mini episode of #GirlbossRadio Sophia and Liz talk about  nose hair trimmers (among other things) and their #Girlbossmoment of the year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bethany Cosentino, Singer & Songwriter, Best Coast

Bethany Cosentino, Singer & Songwriter, Best Coast

Bethany Cosentino is the epitome of California cool. She's the front woman and songwriter for the hit band Best Coast, which released its acclaimed album California Nights in May.  The band will be hitting the road with Wavves and Cherry Glazerr for their Summer is Forever II tour in February. On this episode, Sophia and Bethany discuss Bethany's karaoke days in Pasadena, touring with Best Coast, and Little Caesars' pizza ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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