Isabella Maldonado: Parisian Codes
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In this episode of Love, Hate, Automate, host Dale Parr sits down with Gen Z entrepreneur Isabella Maldonado, who shares her journey as founder and product development innovation Manager at a tech startup in Paris' Station F. From the heartbeat of the world's largest startup campus, she explores the latest trends and challenges in fashion and tech.
Key Takeaways:
* Station F Vibes: Isabella discusses the vibrant energy at Station F, where creativity and tech innovation collide. With frequent talks, projects, and networking opportunities, it's a hub for exploring future possibilities.
* Luxury Meets Tech: Insights into the new wave of sustainable luxury, including how startups are redefining materials like fur and leather to align with the evolving concept of luxury and sustainability.
* Data & Compliance: A candid look at how data security and compliance are shaping the industry. EU regulations are pushing startups to find innovative ways to handle and interpret data responsibly.
* Love & Inspiration: Isabella shares her excitement about EU policies sparking innovation and how brands like LVMH are embracing digital product passports. She emphasizes how this can help deepen customer engagement and storytelling.
* Challenges & Frustrations: Dale and Isabella discuss how some brands, like Gucci, are missing the mark by focusing too heavily on tech trends without integrating them meaningfully into the brand's DNA.
* Automating Fashion: Isabella imagines an AR mirror that can pair outfits based on the day's agenda and weather, promising a stylish yet efficient start to your day.
Connect with Isabella:
* LinkedIn: Isabella Maldonado
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