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Beyond Bold
Hosted by award-winning entrepreneur Kyla Bolden, Beyond Bold is the ultimate podcast for ambitious women redefining what success means on their terms. Through candid conversations and inspiring stories, Kyla delivers actionable advice, proven strategies, and powerful insights to help you make bold moves in business and life. Featuring trailblazing guests from diverse industries, Beyond Bold explores career growth, mental health, resilience, and the art of balancing ambition with self-care. Whether you're climbing the ladder, starting fresh, or navigating the unknown, this podcast empowers you with the tools, mindset, and motivation to transform bold dreams into reality—bringing you stories of hope and proof that your biggest goals are closer than you think.
Beyond Bold
How to Build a Fashion Brand That Actually Makes an Impact
In this episode of Beyond Bold, I sit down with Blake Van Putten, founder and CEO of CISE—the fashion brand behind the viral Protect Black People bags.
We talk about what it really takes to build a fashion brand people care about in 2025—and how CISE grew from a message into a movement. Blake shares how emotion, community, and strategy fuel his work, the ups and downs of going viral, and why real impact will always beat empty marketing.
This is a must-listen if you're building a brand, navigating social media, or trying to connect with your audience in a way that actually matters.
🔗 Connect with Blake:
- Website: cise.store
- Instagram: @blakevanputten | @cise.store
- LinkedIn: Blake Van Putten
- Substack: blakevanputten.substack.com
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Stay bold, stay fearless. See you in the next episode!
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