Show Notes: In this podcast episode, Raeka Morar, the founder of a Raeka Beauty shares her unexpected journey from working as a paralegal and aspiring lawyer to becoming an entrepreneur. Initially making skincare products as a DIY hobby, she sold out at a pop-up event, which sparked the idea to start her company using traditional South Asian ingredients. Despite her corporate background, she embraced the challenge, eventually quitting her job to focus on her beauty line after early media attention and deals with subscription boxes. Raeka Beauty, self-funded and cautious with investments, has thrived in e-commerce and is exploring retail partnerships cautiously. Raeka also discusses the changing landscape of online advertising and the effectiveness of pop-up events in connecting with customers and growing her brand. About Raeka Morar: Raeka Morar, a visionary entrepreneur, founded Raeka, a revolutionary beauty brand that celebrates Indian culture through skincare. Fueled by her personal experience and a lack of culturally embracing products, Raeka created a line that blends traditional South Asian beauty wisdom with modern science, garnering a dedicated following and inspiring others to embrace their heritage. Raeka Morar's entrepreneurial journey serves as an inspiration, exemplifying the power of passion, resilience, and cultural appreciation in creating meaningful change. Timestamps: The inception story (00:00:05) Founder's background, making skincare, and initial sales. Balancing law career and beauty line (00:02:50) Managing a corporate job while developing the beauty line. Transition to entrepreneurship (00:04:07) Decision to quit law career and focus on the beauty business. Financing and retail expansion (00:05:32) Company's unique financing situation and approach to retail partnerships. Marketing strategies and challenges (00:07:51) Discussion on leveraging Facebook ads and the impact of the iOS change. Pop-up strategies (00:09:18) Utilizing pop-ups and the positive impact on consumer engagement. Collaborative retail strategies (00:11:07) Exploring collaborative retail strategies with other brands for cost-effective exposure. Managing solopreneurship (00:14:02) Balancing tasks and decision-making for a solopreneur. Packaging vs. product focus (00:15:20) The evolving importance of packaging and formulation as the company grows. Quality control and communication (00:19:38) The importance of reputable manufacturers and third-party testing. Advice for building a business (00:21:12) Overcoming fear and avoiding being taken advantage of in business relationships. Investing in Talent (00:24:18) Discussion on prioritizing talent over experience and motivation in the company's early stages. Future Product Roadmap (00:25:28) Plans for launching new skincare products and expanding into new markets, including Australia and New Zealand. Expansion into New Markets (00:26:30) Reasons behind the decision to launch in Australia and New Zealand, targeting the South Asian population and accessibility of products. Company's Mission and Accessibility (00:27:20) The brand's mission to be more accessible, approachable, and inclusive, aligning with the launch in new markets. Company's Online Presence (00:28:44) Where to find the company online and on social media platforms for updates and new product releases. This podcast is produced by the team at Dillie: a marketing agency with a niche focus on beauty and personal care brands https://dilliecreative.com/

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