What happens when twin sisters transform their bond into a powerhouse partnership that builds businesses and changes lives?

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Alexis and Kymber McClay, founders of NAVEN and other ventures, to dive into their journey as sisters, entrepreneurs, and seekers of personal growth. From navigating family dynamics to building a global fashion brand, their story is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of aligned vision.

You’ll hear how they turned challenges, like years of not speaking, into a deeper bond, and how personal development, spirituality, and even plant medicine played a role in shaping the way they live, work, and lead today.

In this episode, Darius, Kymber, and Alexis will discuss:

(00:00 ) Introduction to the Naven Twins

(05:49 ) Origins of the Naven Twins

(09:43 ) The Journey into Fashion

(19:21 ) Navigating the Fashion Industry

(24:08 ) Transitioning to Wellness and Longevity

(29:02 ) The Dynamics of Twin Entrepreneurship

(29:28 ) Navigating Business Roles and Boundaries

(32:03 ) Healing Through Shared Experiences

(34:18 ) Exploring Spiritual Practices and Plant Medicine

(40:15 ) Transitioning to Health and Wellness

(50:17 ) The Importance of Holistic Health Approaches

(58:53 ) Overcoming Burnout and Finding Balance

Kymber and Alexis McClay are seasoned entrepreneurs with over 16 years of experience building and scaling lifestyle and fashion brands. Their ventures have generated over $20 million in sales, with designs worn by global celebrities and sold in top retailers worldwide. Featured in Forbes, Elle, and more, they’ve also built a powerful digital presence and championed women’s causes as award-winning philanthropists. Today, through their wellness brand KOA LIFE, they bring their personal skincare journey full circle, offering products that connect authentically with consumers.

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Connect with Kymber:

Website: https://www.navenmethod.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kymberleymcclay 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingitkymber/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kymberley.mcclay/ 

Connect with Alexis:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexismcclay 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexismcclay/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexis.mcclay/ 

Connect with Darius:

Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine 

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