FIT FOR PURPOSE

A.LISTER WORK STYLE: Ko Im on Balanced Style in a Fast-Paced Life

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: KO IM

Finding balance in our fast-paced lives can be difficult and, at times, frustrating. Ko Im, is a yoga teacher, meditation guide, and deputy editor of NY Yoga + Life Magazine.

She talks with the A.Team about accepting fluidity to navigate the demands of modern living and finding balance.

A.LISTER WORK STYLE: Bilyana Freye on building the happiness economy

A.LISTER STARTUP STYLE: Neil St. Clair on Slaying a Saturated Market

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: NEIL ST. CLAIR

Neil St. Clair is not afraid of a new idea, especially if it is a challenge. He founded his first company AlleyWire in his early 20’s, then joined the startup Vestory, and finally helped launch a global investment media company. His current focus is preventing violence against women and children as the President & COO of the Child Safety Pledge and Fathers of Daughters foundation.

He spoke with the A.Team about starting a business in a saturated market, knowing if your idea is a true differentiator and a few tactics that will help you on the road ahead.

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: Shahla Karimi on how to build rapport in a competitive industry

Shahla Karimi has set herself apart from the crowd in NYC with uniquely abstract luxury jewelry. Her eco-friendly contemporary designs have made her one of the most-watched indie jewelry designers of NYC, leading to collaborations with Kenneth Cole and most recently the Diamond Foundry.

We are inspired by her modern style and her bold business tactics. She shares with A.Listers why she never takes ‘no’ for an answer, how to style turtlenecks for everyday looks, and why she is looking at the next generation for inspiration.

A.LISTER WORK STYLE: Dr. Nicola Nice Essential Style and Challenging Misconceptions

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: DR. NICOLA NICE

She is daring to change the misconception of women consumers. Nicola Nice, Ph.D., founder, and CEO of Pomp & Whimsy is taking on the spirits industry with the smooth style of female-focused gin (buy it).

The modern advertiser has boxed spirit connoisseurs into a male-oriented box. But the statistics don't match the advertisers' target. Women demand high-quality spirit drinks as well. Dr. Nice recognized the gap and started mixing.

SHOP HER LOOK

A.LISTER WORK STYLE: Nobody Loves a Generic Product with Nathalie Molina Niño

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: NATHALIE MOLINA NIÑO

Nathalie Molina Niño is an entrepreneur turned impact investor, who is now the President of O³. She is constantly on the go and exhibits timeless style from TV appearances to speaking at a conference, and everywhere in between. She spoke to us about what it takes to stand out when building a brand, and two actionable insights she has learned from her experience as an entrepreneur and advocate.

A.LISTER WORK STYLE: Helya Mohammadian on style and functional inclusivity

She is making inclusivity not only about sizing but functionality. Founder and innovator of Slick Chicks, Helya Mohammadian, is challenging the lingerie status quo and in the process revolutionizing underwear.

She spoke with the A.Team about problem-solving and how she stays comfortable while building a fashion brand.

A.LISTER WORK EDIT: Ramfis Myrthil on negotiating and networking style

A.LISTER EXCLUSIVE: RAMFIS MYRTHIL

Its all in the style you negotiate and network. Our A.Lister insight from Ramfis Myrthil, an award-winning film producer who has taken screenplays from idea to Sundance, on tactics that have helped launch his career. From how to capitalize on networking events, to the style that carries him from meeting to a movie premiere. The basics of sustainable and minimalist style that allow him to focus on the big screen.