Acquisitions and Ambitions with Jeanine Lobell, Founder of Neen
Stairway to CEO
· with Jeanine Lobell
· September 12, 2023
· 60 min
Summary
Jeanine Lobell, founder of Neen and previously Stila, shares her journey of building, scaling, and ultimately selling a successful beauty brand. She offers candid insights into the emotional and strategic aspects of acquisition, the importance of
Key takeaways
Embrace unexpected turns: Entrepreneurship is rarely linear; be prepared to pivot and embrace new opportunities (Jeanine started Neen after selling Stila).
Prioritize healing after major business events: Acknowledge and address the personal and professional impact of significant transitions like company acquisitions.
Cultivate authentic community: Build genuine connections with customers and team members; this fosters loyalty and provides a strong support system.
Lead with authenticity: Transparency, integrity, and genuine connection are crucial for effective leadership and brand building.
Commit to your ideals: Let your core values and passion drive your business decisions and long-term vision.
Themes
acquisition & transitionbrand building & authenticitycommunity & leadershipentrepreneurial journey
Coming to share their story today is Jeanine Lobell, the Founder of Neen. Her story is truly remarkable and underlines the unexpected turns we can all encounter and how far a commitment to one's ideals and ideas can take things. Jeanine talks about the acquisition of her previous company, Stila, and what it took for her to take a dive into something new and exciting. The lessons around healing, community, and authenticity that Jeanine has learned and generously touches on here, are truly inspiring. Tune in to hear it all!
Frequently asked about this episode
What does this episode say about acquisition & transition?
Embrace unexpected turns: Entrepreneurship is rarely linear; be prepared to pivot and embrace new opportunities (Jeanine started Neen after selling Stila).
What does this episode say about brand building & authenticity?
Prioritize healing after major business events: Acknowledge and address the personal and professional impact of significant transitions like company acquisitions.
What does this episode say about community & leadership?
Cultivate authentic community: Build genuine connections with customers and team members; this fosters loyalty and provides a strong support system.
What does this episode say about entrepreneurial journey?
Lead with authenticity: Transparency, integrity, and genuine connection are crucial for effective leadership and brand building.
What does this episode say about acquisition & transition?
Commit to your ideals: Let your core values and passion drive your business decisions and long-term vision.
