Jennifer Harper: From Dream to Sephora—How AI Scaled a 6-Person Beauty Brand
Update: 2025-08-29
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In this episode of the AI Chronicles podcast, host Kyle James interviews Jen Harper, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics. They discuss the journey of Cheekbone Beauty, its commitment to sustainability and Indigenous communities, and the implementation of AI in their business operations. Jen shares insights on how AI has transformed their marketing strategies, improved efficiency, and contributed to significant business growth. The conversation also touches on the future of AI in the beauty industry and the importance of integrating technology with traditional practices.
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Cheekbone Beauty: cheekbonebeauty.com
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Key Moments:
- Cheekbone Beauty was founded to support Indigenous communities.
- The brand focuses on sustainability and clean beauty.
- AI was initially met with hesitation due to environmental concerns.
- Implementing AI has led to significant business growth.
- The e-commerce business grew by 50% after using AI.
- AI tools have improved marketing efficiency and content creation.
- The Indigenous Innovation Lab combines traditional wisdom with modern science.
- Cheekbone Beauty aims to create products that are safe for both people and the planet.
- The company is expanding its operations and exploring new revenue streams.
- AI is seen as a crucial element for future scalability.
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