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S4 E3 - Balancing Love, Motherhood and a Global Business with Jewellery Entrepreneur, Chupi Sweetman
*Trigger Warning: Fertility*
Chupi Sweetman brings a little bit of magic every time I meet her. I have been fortunate to meet Chupi on a few occasions and have always been so inspired by her story. I am so grateful Chupi joined me today, I love her, I love her ethos and I love her story. Chupi is incredibly fortunate but she has created that fortune for herself. In this episode, she will share that journey of love, hope and everything in between.
We cover:
- Homeschooling
- The value of work and earning of your own money
- Navigating her relationship while growing a business
- How her engagement ring sparked the brand Chupi
- The journey of having her gorgeous daughter
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Chupi Sweetman is the Founder & CEO of Chupi. Chupi believes fervently that we can each tell our own story through the jewellery we wear. As a pioneering and philanthropic leader she has disrupted the industry: Chupi is a digital-first luxury brand operating a borderless business model whilst making each and every piece of its jewellery in Ireland. Being part of a better future for both the planet and its people is also of paramount importance. After a decade of working for the in commercial fashion including Topshop at the height of its success, Chupi founded her brand in 2013, building her business and committing to a culture of kindness, care, innovation and continuous improvement.
Since then, her creative and strategic vision has scaled Chupi from a one-woman operation to a luxury jewellery brand that sells into more than 70 countries worldwide. Part of the coveted EY EOY Alumni and a Lead Entrepreneur on Going for Growth, Sweetman is one of Ireland’s leading female founders and is regularly featured in the press.
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable women behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.
Sian is dedicated to empowering women in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to be a woman navigating life.
bebelle.ie | @bebelle_wellness | @sian_horn
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This episode is kindly sponsored by Jo Browne Ireland.
Jo Browne Ireland offers luxury natural products both for you and your home. Their ethos is to develop premium products in a natural, sustainable way. The passion and drive of Jo Browne and the consistent high quality of the ingredients are at the core of each product. The award winning range, all hand poured in Co Carlow, includes: Solid Perfumes and Facial Cleansing Balm with more to discover on the Jo Browne website.
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