MWM EP. 42 – Where Fashion, Leadership, and Legacy Meet with Maryanne Grisz

About the episode 

In this engaging conversation, Mike interviews Maryanne Grisz, President & CEO at Fashion Group International, Inc. They discuss Maryanne’s journey into the fashion industry, the significance of FGI, and its initiatives, such as the Night of Stars and the Rising Star Awards. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology and AI on fashion, the importance of sustainability, and the challenges women face in leadership roles. Maryanne shares her insights on social selling and the evolving landscape of the fashion industry.

Chapters

02:26 Maryanne Grisz’s Journey into Fashion

07:02 The Evolution of Fashion Group International

10:44 The Night of Stars: Celebrating Fashion Excellence

13:41 Rising Star Awards: Nurturing New Talent

16:36 Navigating Technology and AI in Fashion

19:37 Sustainability in Fashion: Challenges and Innovations

21:47 Inspiration and Leadership in the Fashion Industry

23:51 Overcoming Challenges as a Woman Leader

27:08 The Importance of Adaptability in Career

28:53 Social Selling and the Future of Fashion

31:04 Joining Fashion Group International

About the Guest

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryanne-grisz-43ba463

https://www.linkedin.com/company/fashion-group-international/