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Melissa Campanelli

Melissa Campanelli is the co-founder of the Women in Retail Leadership Circle, a unique, members-only networking group that offers enterprise-level women in the retail industry a place to learn, connect and grow. She is also the brand and content director of the Retail and Travel Group at NAPCO Media. Prior to those positions, Melissa spent ten years at DM News, where she was first a senior editor and then deputy editor. She’s also a leading expert in small business e-commerce and author of the books “Entrepreneur Magazine’s Open an Online Business in 10 Days” and “55 Surefire Internet Businesses You Can Start for Under $5,000.” In her free time, Melissa loves exploring New York City and Brooklyn and spending time with her family.
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Need a Holiday Gift? Check Out Our Offers & Discounts Page

Are you like me when it comes to holiday shopping: Always on the lookout for really unique gifts along with some special deals and discounts? If so, Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) has you covered this holiday season. We’ve added an Offers & Discounts page to our website — for WIRLC members only —...

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Hello From Sunny San Francisco!

I’m writing this letter from the City by the Bay, where our last On the Road event of the year is taking place. If you’ve never been to one of our On the Road events — or our “mini” Women in Retail Leadership Summits, as we like to call them — let me tell you...

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Parachute CEO Ariel Kaye on Success: Start Slow and Stay Focused

In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Ariel Kaye, founder and CEO of Parachute, a lifestyle brand offering modern essentials for a more comfortable home. Kaye discusses her career journey that led to the founding of Parachute, the idea behind the brand, what she attributes to the brand's growth and success, and more.

Duration: 23:56
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Finding Your Brand's Place in the Metaverse

While the metaverse may not be widespread in retail just yet, there’s clear excitement among industry marketers about the new business opportunities it’s bringing. This sentiment was made clear during a panel discussion that took place last month at Total Retail Tech, an event hosted by Women in Retail Leadership Circle’s brand partner, Total Retail....

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Why Jenni Kayne is Relaunching its Global Expansion Program

Jenni Kayne, the quintessential California lifestyle brand that inspires women to live well every day, is putting new energies behind expanding its brand on a global scale. While the company has had the functionality to go global for more than a year — and currently ships its products to 13 counties — it decided to...

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Ever/Body CEO Amy Shecter: Relevant Leaders Are Perpetual Students

In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Amy Shecter, CEO of Ever/Body, a luxury cosmetic dermatology company. Shecter discusses her varied career journey that led to her current role, some of her secrets to success as a woman in business, why she feels that mentorship is essential for women to propel their careers forward, and much more. Shecter is speaking at our sold-out WIRLC: On the Road event in New York City.

Duration: 40:46
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How Beth Gerstein Aligns Her Team Around Sustainability, Transparency and Inclusivity

In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Beth Gerstein, co-founder and CEO of Brilliant Earth, the global leader in ethically sourced fine jewelry. Listen in as Gerstein discusses her career journey that lead her to start Brilliant Earth, some of her secrets to success, and her leadership style. She shares what she looks for when hiring team members to ensure candidates are the right fit for the company, as well as what she does to prioritize mental and physical health for herself and her team.

Duration: 14:37
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Join Us in Phoenix for the 2023 Women in Retail Leadership Summit!

Shh! I’ve got a secret … registration for the 2023 Women in Retail Leadership Summit, taking place April 17-19, is now OPEN, but only if you’re a member! Yep, that’s right! We’re opening up registration for our typically sold-out annual Summit, which is filled with three days of inspiration, content, and connections with fellow executive...

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