Nicole Beach: From Corporate Leader to Jewelry Entrepreneur

In this episode of Women Making Moves, host Amy Pons welcomes Nicole Beach, a seasoned corporate leader turned entrepreneur. Nicole shares her journey from managing large-scale property operations to founding Loop Strand, a luxury permanent jewelry brand in Chicago.

The conversation delves into the concept of 'effortless luxury,' the trend of permanent jewelry, and the challenges and joys of transitioning to entrepreneurship. Nicole also offers insights on trusting your intuition, the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, and how to handle self-doubt and unsolicited advice from others.

This episode is an inspiring testament to betting on yourself and finding passion in unexpected places.

00:00 Introduction to Women Making Moves

00:18 Meet Nicole Beach: From Corporate Leader to Entrepreneur

01:24 The Concept of Effortless Luxury

02:14 The Journey to Permanent Jewelry

05:02 The Rise of Permanent Jewelry

07:51 The Art and Business of Permanent Jewelry

12:19 Embracing New Opportunities and Challenges

14:56 The Path to Entrepreneurship

18:33 Facing Uncertainty in Business

19:08 Balancing Dreams and Reality

19:52 Trusting Yourself and Your Path

20:34 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

21:12 Maintaining Discipline and Creativity

22:08 Reflecting on Career Changes

25:02 Embracing Free Will and Destiny

27:13 Learning from Experiences

31:12 Following Your Intuition

33:37 Encouragement and Support

36:32 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Support Nicole and find the next pop up shop at https://loopstrand.com and follow along on Instagram and LinkedIn @loopstrandjewelry

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