The Real Story of Jo Malone CBE: “THIS is Why I Quit!” How I helped to Build TWO BILLION Dollar Brands

2025-01-13

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In this captivating episode, Jo Malone CBE, one of the most iconic figures in the world of fragrance, takes us on an extraordinary journey through her life and career. Best known for founding Jo Malone London and later Jo Loves, Jo opens up about her humble beginnings in a council house in Bexley Heath, where creativity and resilience were her strongest allies. She founded and sold Jo Malone London, and later left the brand in 2006. Jo is no longer associated with the Jo Malone London brand or Jo Malone London Products.From becoming the family breadwinner at just 11 years old to...

She founded and sold Jo Malone London, and later left the brand in 2006. Jo is no longer associated with the Jo Malone London brand or Jo Malone London Products.

From becoming the family breadwinner at just 11 years old to being part of two billion-dollar brands, Jo’s story is one of relentless determination and unparalleled creativity. She candidly reflects on how her dyslexia became a superpower, guiding her ability to craft some of the world’s most beloved fragrances.

This episode is not just a story of success but a testament to the power of perseverance and creativity in the face of unimaginable challenges. Jo reflects on the lessons she’s learned, from surviving breast cancer to navigating the complexities of selling her namesake brand. With warmth, honesty, and humour, Jo shares her insights on life, loss, and legacy, offering inspiration to anyone striving to overcome obstacles and being part of something extraordinary.

0:00 - Welcome to Jo Malone

0:25 - Building a Billion-Dollar Empire

2:26 - Growing Up in Bexley Heath

4:55 - Learning Resilience as a Child

7:50 - Challenges of Dyslexia and Creativity

10:40 - Caring for a Sick Mother

13:45 - “I Either Learn or I Win”

18:00 - Discovering Cancer at Age 38

20:30 - Fighting Like a Warrior

28:05 - Losing and Regaining Her Sense of Smell

30:15 - Life After Selling Jo Malone London

34:40 - The Birth of Jo Loves