Tackling Boundaries in Business and Fashion with Kanessa Muluneh | BWI #8

Episode 8 - Tackling Boundaries in Business and Fashion with Kanessa Muluneh Description: In another riveting episode, we sit down with the inspiring Kanessa Muluneh, the powerhouse behind MULU, the thriving plus-size lifestyle brand. Listen in as Kanessa recounts her transition from an immigrant child with a dream of pleasing her parents by pursuing medicine, to a problem-solving entrepreneur who developed a healthcare solution leading to a million-dollar buyout. Our conversation takes you through the financial lessons she learned, her experience founding multiple companies, including the pioneering Queens Football League, and how she juggles the thrills and challenges of motherhood. Explore the roots of resilience and innovation with us as we trace the story of an individual who grew up straddling Ethiopian traditions and Dutch culture. Drawing strength from the struggles of parents who fled Ethiopia amidst political turmoil, Kanessa shares the narrative of creating MULU sportswear, inspired by the personal need for suitable gym attire. Tune in to discover how a relentless problem-solving mindset and a dedication to inclusivity have shaped a journey from Ethiopian farming to fashion entrepreneurship, all while impacting global communities and inspiring entrepreneurs worldwide.   Key Moments: -The pressures of cultural influences in shaping business decisions. -How problem-solving drives Kanessa's entrepreneurial ventures. -An inspiring story of fleeing Ethiopia due to political unrest and Kanessa's father's transition from coffee farming to a government position in the Netherlands. -How Kanessa's own struggles with finding activewear lead to the inception of MULU. -Kanessa's desire to give back to communities, particularly in Africa. Connect with Kanessa: Kanessa Muluneh, the force behind MULU, a multimillion-dollar Plus-Size Lifestyle Brand, is a trailblazer from Ethiopia. Her achievements span industries – from reshaping fashion with MULU to launching Europe's first Female American Football League.    She's not just an entrepreneur; Kanessa empowers global communities through platforms like The Founders Mentality and Inside an Entrepreneur's Mind. With an unyielding commitment to education, she's creating impact beyond business, fostering learning in underserved regions, and inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs worldwide. https://www.kanessamuluneh.net/   Connect with Jeanne:  The first important thought I remember having was that "Anything Is Possible". My parents moving me and my nine siblings from California to Australia might have had something to do with this. I believe anything is possible and that people have the genius within them to find and live in their Genius Zone... their Ultimate Potential without burnout and without burning those who surround them. I've had many prior careers such as a Fashion Designer, Actress, Filmmaker, Executive Recruiter for Wall Street Players, Translator, and even a Food Stylist!  I've explored and lived in many different countries traveled extensively in Asia, Africa, and Europe, and ended up living in Paris for 6 years! And finally, I found a way to embody all of my training, abilities, and experience to serve Business Visionaries by helping them realize their Ultimate Potential. And to help them realize that "Anything is Possible"  That's MY Genius Zone. For more information on her coaching programs for coaches: www.jeanneomlor.com/reviews/ For Elite coaching for CEOs, celebrities, and Icons: https://jeanneomlor.com/private-label-advisory/ Follow Jeanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanneomlor/