Bienvenu in the Fries: Laura Brown on Culture, Community, Brown & Perry || Ep 085 ||

In this lively episode the hosts welcome Liberian–French entrepreneur Laura Brown, founder and CEO of Brown & Perry. Laura shares her journey from France to Liberia, the influence of her family and soccer legacy, and how she created a crystal glassware brand rooted in hospitality, culture and community. The conversation covers building a brand across Europe, Africa and the U.S., challenges faced by diaspora entrepreneurs, the power of media and storytelling, and practical ideas for scaling—like content studios and local production in Liberia. Laura offers encouragement to young creators and business owners, discussing trust in the process, representation in luxury industries, and her long-term vision for team growth, B2B gifting and potentially a production hub in Liberia.