The Power Lunch
By The Power Lunch
The Power Lunch Pod is the story of a growing business - Alesya Bags. The show includes lessons learned from a ground floor entrepreneur and guests who help the company. Hosted by founder Alesya Macatol.
The Power LunchMay 17, 2016
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20:33
Am I Going the Right Way?
A post about having confidence in your choices.
Apr 02, 201902:37
The not-so-great bag update.
Where we are in the production timeline plus a new bag in the works thanks to your feedback.
Mar 14, 201901:49
How to Create an Iconic Bag
My three step process to creating an Iconic Bag and why that’s important for the next AB bag design.
Jan 25, 201906:16
Crack of Light
How the loss of Kate Spade changed the course of my career.
Jan 17, 201904:11
First Bag Update of 2019
The current status of the new bag design and a short side story.
Jan 09, 201904:05
Elizabeth Gilbert Winners
Ticket winners announced for the Center for Women conference in Charleston, SC.
Nov 07, 201801:30
Alesya Bags Returns
The story begins today..again. ☂️
Oct 31, 201806:16
Ready to Start Again?
A test of the Anchor system
Oct 28, 201800:23
Episode 11: Founders of Distil Union - Nate Justiss & Lindsay Windham
The founders of Distil Union, Nate Justiss and Lindsay Windham welcome me into their store and studio to learn more about their success story. From working at Phillips, to taking the entrepreneurial leap away from freelance it was fun to learn how their union formed. Even more exciting was the reveal that one review on Slate from customer Will Oremus doubled their business last year. Amazing!
Near the end of the interview, Nate and Lindsey tell us more about the event they are hosting on May 25 - From Maker to Market. They've invited me to speak as part of a three person panel. Can't wait to talk shop with the group.
Tickets are free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot now: www.eventbrite.com/e/from-maker-to-market-tickets-25176283943
Near the end of the interview, Nate and Lindsey tell us more about the event they are hosting on May 25 - From Maker to Market. They've invited me to speak as part of a three person panel. Can't wait to talk shop with the group.
Tickets are free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot now: www.eventbrite.com/e/from-maker-to-market-tickets-25176283943
May 23, 201628:49
Episode 10 - A Tale of Two Bags
It's a business update - straight from me to you.
Item One: Diving straight head first into an issue I'm not supposed to be discussing - the request for original Alesya Bags. I reveal my feelings about the bag and problems around producing it again.
Item Two: Interns! I'm looking for two interns this summer - one in Public Relations and the other in Video Production. Payment: Your every own Alesya Bag.
Item Three: The week ahead - are we out of leather? Yes we are. It's now top of the to do list.
Item One: Diving straight head first into an issue I'm not supposed to be discussing - the request for original Alesya Bags. I reveal my feelings about the bag and problems around producing it again.
Item Two: Interns! I'm looking for two interns this summer - one in Public Relations and the other in Video Production. Payment: Your every own Alesya Bag.
Item Three: The week ahead - are we out of leather? Yes we are. It's now top of the to do list.
May 17, 201620:33
Episode 9: Mother's Day with My Mom
My mom, Cindy Opelt, sits down with me for a special Mother's Day episode of the Power Lunch Podcast. We talk about her life now, her career and what her thoughts are on my business. She also talks about how she feels about women in business and even what I'm doing wrong! This is a very personal episode - thanks for joining our family.
May 08, 201643:28
Episode 8
It's the comeback episode of The Power Lunch Podcast! In this episode Alesya talks about results from her latest laptop bag launch, Bob Ellis Shoes, Anchor, her original bag, what's next for the company and upcoming podcasts. Plus she shares some personal new about her mom. Tune in!
Mar 21, 201630:06
PROMO: Alesya Opelt on 94.3's It's Your Business
PROMO: Alesya Opelt on 94.3's It's Your Business by Alesya Opelt
Dec 03, 201500:15
Episode 7 - Alesya Bags Updates
Alesya gives an update of all things bag related as the business gets back on track. She also makes a request for a graphic designer.
May 28, 201523:57
Episode 6: Shauna MacKenzie
Shauna MacKenzie, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Best Kept Self, sits down with Alesya to talk about her businesses and being an entrepreneur.
May 20, 201536:42
Episode 5
Alesya give an update on the business, her life lately and hints about the new bag line coming in 2015.
Jan 16, 201520:26
The Power Lunch Pod Episode 4
Alesya discusses her 2015 marketing plan, change in PR strategy and gives you hints about the upcoming collection of laptop bags. Plus her thoughts on Serial - is Adnan innocent?
Dec 19, 201424:16
Fashion Talk with Brooke Williams of Joie des Femmes
Alesya talks with stylist of Brooke Williams of Joie des Femmes about Brooke's background, the Alesya Bags client "Cate", a working woman's wardrobe, Charleston fashion and holiday wish lists. The first interview on The Power Lunch!
Dec 10, 201428:53
Product Placement Giveaways - Who Gets Them?
Alesya goes on a bit of a holiday rant about to-do lists and ending the year on a high note. Then she discusses product placement and what giveaways tactics have worked best for Alesya Bags.
Dec 03, 201426:11
Why A Podcast
Thank you for subscribing and listening to the very first episode of The Power Lunch Podcast by Alesya Opelt of AlesyaBags.com!
This episode gives an introduction to the show, the history behind the brand, where the brand is going, our new brand persona, and how to interact with the show online.
Now Get To It and Go Do It!
This episode gives an introduction to the show, the history behind the brand, where the brand is going, our new brand persona, and how to interact with the show online.
Now Get To It and Go Do It!
Nov 24, 201416:59