How Forever 21’s CEO Built Her Legacy: Winnie Park on Leadership, Confidence, and Owning Your Imperfections

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In Your Dreams

Shirah

52 episodes

6 days ago

We all have goals and dreams but not all of us follow them. However, they are YOUR dreams because you're supposed to follow them...Many of us put our dream job or favorite influencers on a pedestal that doesn't actually exist. We tell ourselves that we aren't good enough or we don't know enough. If you don't know what you're doing, you are on the right track! Join your host, entrepreneur, and inventor, Shirah Benarde as she debunks the myth of needing to know it all. Listen to Shirah inventing a product in her sleep at 16, her Shark Tank journey at 17 and her favorite founders spilling it all.

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How Forever 21’s CEO Built Her Legacy: Winnie Park on Leadership, Confidence, and Owning Your Imperfections

In Your Dreams

30 minutes 20 seconds

1 year ago

How Forever 21’s CEO Built Her Legacy: Winnie Park on Leadership, Confidence, and Owning Your Imperfections

Welcome back to In Your Dreams Season 2! I’m beyond excited to kick off this season with an episode that’s incredibly inspirational to me. In this special episode, I sit down with Winnie Park, the CEO of Forever 21, for a conversation that will inspire, empower, and move you—especially if you're an entrepreneur, aspiring leader, or someone passionate about personal growth.

I first met Winnie at a conference. Her energy, passion, and dedication to empowering women captivated me. I was so inspired that I walked up to her, introduced myself, and handed her a Nightcap. That bold conversation turned out to be a game-changer for me and my business. Today, thanks to that moment, Nightcap is available in over 400 Forever 21 stores nationwide. It’s a testament to the power of taking risks, putting yourself out there, and following your gut.

In this episode, Winnie and I talk about her journey—from immigrating to the U.S. as a young child, being raised by supportive parents, to working her way up in the fashion industry and eventually becoming the CEO of one of the world’s most iconic retail brands. Winnie shares personal stories of risk-taking, leadership, and the lessons she’s learned throughout her career. She’s candid about the challenges she’s faced, the importance of embracing imperfections, and how she maintains confidence in a demanding, ever-changing industry.

We also discuss what it means to be a true leader in today’s world, how to break through imposter syndrome, and why failing fast is essential to success. Winnie shares invaluable advice for women in business, including why it’s so important to “fail fast,” be bold, and focus on progress over perfection.

If you’re someone who’s struggling with doubt, fear of failure, or just looking for that extra push to pursue your dreams, this episode is for you. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply working on your own personal growth, the wisdom Winnie shares will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take on any challenge.

I’m so grateful for the opportunity to share this incredible conversation with you. I hope it motivates you to chase your dreams, take bold risks, and believe in your ability to create something amazing.

So, let’s dive into this unforgettable episode. I can’t wait for you to hear it!

& Shop NightCap at Forever 21 :)