{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6762dca9d9cd65ec1eb4ee70/695d2f4cc4d0238a4564e147?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep 57: Iskra Lawrence: Why I Quit Modelling to Build Saltair","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6762dca9d9cd65ec1eb4ee70/1767713733552-f99e3d00-acc2-44db-adb9-45b32b5d3c9a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Join Rochelle as she sits down with model, entrepreneur, and founder of Saltair, Iskra Lawrence, for an inspiring and empowering conversation. In this episode, Iskra Lawrence opens up about her journey from growing up in Kidderminster and her early entrepreneurial spirit to breaking barriers in the modeling industry. She shares personal stories of overcoming body image struggles, dealing with rejection, and finding her mission to create change in the world of fashion and beauty.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover how Iskra turned internet trolling into a viral moment of empowerment, and how becoming a mother transformed her approach to business and self-care. We discuss real-life lessons about resilience, taking risks, building boundaries, and the realities of launching a successful brand. Plus, Iskra reveals the inspiration behind creating Saltair, a body care brand that champions inclusivity and daily moments of luxury.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><p>&nbsp;• Early Life and Family Influences</p><p>&nbsp;• Body Image and Industry Standards</p><p>&nbsp;• Motherhood and Career Balance</p><p>&nbsp;• The Vision and Growth of Saltaire</p><p>&nbsp;• Empowering Customers and Authentic Marketing</p><p><br></p><p>We Are Ladies Who Launch!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><p>0:00 Introduction</p><p>01:02 Early Life and Family Influences</p><p>02:38 Entrepreneurial Beginnings</p><p>10:58 Body Image and Model Industry Standards</p><p>13:19 Turning Point and Self-Empowerment</p><p>19:19 Experience in Social Media</p><p>26:57 Motherhood and Career Balance</p><p>39:51 The Brand Incubator Experience</p><p>41:48 The Vision and Growth of Saltair</p><p>43:06 Product Development and Market Success</p><p>47:38 Empowering Customers and Authentic Marketing</p><p>53:51 Quickfire Round and Final Thoughts</p><p>01:02:53 The Power of Pivoting and Future Plans</p><p><br></p><p>🔔 New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe so you never miss a launch.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW ISKRA</strong></p><p><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/iskra/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/iskra/</a></p><p><strong>TikTok:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@iskra\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.tiktok.com/@iskra</a></p><p><strong>Saltair:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/saltair/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/saltair/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW US</strong></p><p><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href=\"www.instagram.com/weareladieswholaunch/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/weareladieswholaunch/</a></p><p><strong>TikTok:</strong> <a href=\"www.tiktok.com/@weareladieswholaunch\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.tiktok.com/@weareladieswholaunch</a></p><p><strong>YouTube: </strong><a href=\"www.youtube.com/@Weareladieswholaunch\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.youtube.com/@Weareladieswholaunch</a></p>","author_name":"Rochelle Humes"}