Marisa Hordern turned a childhood love of crystals into MISSOMA, now one of the world’s leading jewellery brands. In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, Marisa sits down with Rochelle Humes to reveal how she grew a global business from her kitchen table, navigated tough industry “wilderness years,” and stayed true to her creative vision.She shares the truth behind startup struggles, lessons on building a strong team culture, and the importance of trusting your instincts. From overcoming burnout to scaling with limited resources, Marisa’s journey is packed with practical advice and inspiring real talk for founders and creatives alike.If you’re curious how to launch and lead a brand on your own terms, this episode is full of actionable insights and motivation. Hit subscribe and join us for another empowering conversation!Key Talking Points00:12: Introduction & Marisa Hordern’s Beginnings05:35: School Years & Finding Purpose10:23: First Job & Corporate Life12:46: Launching MISSOMA23:40: Scaling Up & Raising Investment39:17: Burnout & Rebirth43:18: Digital & Influencer Shift51:42: Team Building & Culture52:53: Women’s Health & Advocacy01:00:25: Founder Evolution01:06:44: Rocket Round01:15:32: Final Advice & Lunch HabitsFOLLOW MARISAhttps://www.instagram.com/marisahordern/MISSOMA: https://www.instagram.com/missomalondon/ FOLLOW USInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareladieswholaunch/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weareladieswholaunchYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Weareladieswholaunch✨ About Ladies Who Launch Hosted by Rochelle Humes, Ladies Who Launch dives into the untold stories of female founders, leaders, and changemakers redefining success in their own words. Expect real conversations, honest lessons, and plenty of inspiration to help you launch whatever’s next — in business and in life.🔗 Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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