Beauty Independent | In the Post-Girlboss Era, What Role Should a Brand Founder Play?

Nov 2022

Originally published by Beauty Independent on October 30, 2022

Ashleigh Barker, Director in Lincoln’s Consumer Group, shares why it is important for brands to have a founder that serves as their spokesperson.

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Summary

Contributor

With a commitment to building lasting relationships, I take a bespoke approach to the individual needs of every client I work with, seeking to be their champion, trusted advisor and partner well before, leading up to and throughout any potential transaction that may take place.

Ashleigh Barker

Director

Los Angeles

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