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143: From starting a business on the kitchen table to Bloomingdale’s with Jackie Damelian

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I always say, start ‘scappy’ and edit as you grow. 

This is actually the story of Jackie Damelian. She started her business from her kitchen table and now she is stocked in major stores like Bloomingdale’s. 

Jackie joins us on The Essential Shift podcast to share her journey from the spark of inspiration that started Jackie Mack Designs, through the personal challenges she faced, to the remarkable growth and ethical practices that define her brand today. 

Join us for insights on resilience, intuition, and the power of a supportive community.

If you LOVED the episode, make sure you share this on your Instagram stories and tag me @essential.shift and @jackie_damelian


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KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS 

  • How to build resilience in business 

  • The power of a community when running a business 

  • The strategies to building successful partnerships


SHOW RESOURCES 

  • CHECK out Jackie’s website - HERE 

  • FOLLOW Jackie on Instagram - HERE 

  • Follow Jackie Mack Designs - HERE 

  • GET your copy of Light It - HERE 

  • Join our female entrepreneur community in The Circle Membership - HERE

  • FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM - HERE

  • Find out more about how to WORK WITH ME - HERE

If you like this episode, don't forget to share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @essential.shift.  


ABOUT THE GUEST

Born in Spain to Scottish and Bolivian parents and raised in Colombia, Jackie Damelian moved from the vibrant city of Miami, Florida, to Sydney, Australia, where she has lived ever since. She is a BComm graduate from Macquarie University, with two decades of marketing experience and a strong entrepreneurial drive.

Jackie's recent achievements with Jackie Mack Designs showcase her vision and dedication. She has established key B2B retail partnerships with major US retailers such as Bloomingdale's, Anthropologie, Free People, Local Eclectic, Fashion Pass, and Curateur by Rachel Zoe. These collaborations have significantly expanded the brand's reach and inspired further ambitions.

Closer to home, Jackie Mack Designs is available through Australian and New Zealand retailers, including The Iconic and Smith & Caughey's.

Jackie has an unwavering commitment to excellence and enjoys connecting with people who think big, maintain a positive attitude, and possess a growth mindset.

Her travels and passion for accessible luxury led her to launch Jackie Mack Designs in 2018. Life's challenges have shaped her resilience and determination, helping her develop a mindset of perseverance.

Jackie has created an eponymous brand that reflects her values of authenticity and quality. Jackie Mack Designs is committed to sustainability and ethical practices across the supply chain, offering timeless, accessible luxury through elegant pieces.

Bless it be. 

With love, Laetitia! 

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