From Wall Street to high fashion runways — Stephen Cuomo's journey is anything but typical. In this episode of the Grownlearn Podcast, host Zorina meets with Stephen, Executive Producer of Santa Fe Fashion Week and host of the Fashion Behind the Curtain podcast, to unpack the real business of fashion. Stephen shares how he scaled Santa Fe Fashion Week from nightclub shows to a nationally recognized event featuring Project Runway designers and America's Top Model talent. He dives into fashion industry challenges like sustainability, pricing transparency, and knockoffs — while also revealing why relationship-building and storytelling are key to business growth in today’s world. They also discuss AI's role in fashion, the limits of data-driven design, and Stephen’s exciting plans to expand his immersive fashion events across the U.S. If you're into entrepreneurship, fashion, or just love a good transformation story, this one’s for you. 👉 Subscribe to Grownlearn for more in-depth convos with creators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries shaping the future. Want to unlock the secrets of business growth and transformation?📺 Explore our curated playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J0lwEsQYIZ1wpaqJrxJYa28 About Grownlearn: Welcome to GrowNLearn, where innovation meets expertise in business growth, business transformation, and leadership development. We empower entrepreneurs and business leaders with data-driven insights and tailored strategies that drive success. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, develop a success mindset, or learn how to grow a startup, GrowNLearn is your trusted partner in navigating today’s competitive market. Connect with Us: Website: https://grownlearn.org/ Podcast Page: https://grownlearn.onpodium.com/ Apple Podcast/i-tunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/grownlearn/id1515759956 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/grownlearn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bUIDGbSQl4BlHeNeeJfva Follow Us on Social Media: Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grownlearn X.com: https://x.com/grownlearn1729 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healnlearn_grownlearn IG: https://www.instagram.com/healnlearn_grownlearn/ HealnLearn Channel - Success Mindset: /@healnlearnLinkedIn: /grownlearn X (Twitter): https://x.com/grownlearn1729 TikTok: /healnlearn_grownlearn Instagram: /healnlearn_grownlearn HealnLearn Channel - Success Mindset: /@healnlearn Additional Resources FREE LinkedIn Profile Audit: 👉 https://ps.linkedvanow.com/r5wgf AI-Powered Lead Generation: Create a constant inflow of qualified leads with our advanced AI tools paired with expert human lead nurturing: 👉 https://ps.linkedvanow.com/tjnia9mrkt85 00:01:20-00:07:33: Building Santa Fe Fashion Week from the Ground Up 00:07:34-00:17:15: Scaling Through Relationships and Creative Strategy 00:17:16-00:25:11: Fashion Industry Challenges: Sustainability, Authenticity & AI 00:25:12-00:27:09: AI Models vs Real Models: What Brands Should Know 00:27:10-00:35:48: The Future of Fashion: National Expansion Plans 00:35:49-00:40:40: Storytelling as a Business Differentiator 00:40:41-00:44:20: Behind the Curtain: Stephen's Podcast and Vision

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