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
Isabella Maldonado: Parisian Codes