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Ep 15 - Samantha Burd — Modernizing Lady Burd Cosmetics: A Third‑Gen Burd Takes Flight
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- Crazy Wealthy Podcast
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- Jan 20, 2026
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Summary
Samantha Burd, third-generation owner of Lady Burd Cosmetics, joins Jonathan Blau to share the inspiring legacy of her grandmother Roberta Burd and how the company has been helping entrepreneurs enter the cosmetics business for over 50 years. Samantha discusses overcoming early challenges as a family‑run, women‑led manufacturer, how Lady Burd offers low minimum order quantities to democratize access to the beauty industry, and how modern tools like AI can help businesses grow visibility. Her story blends family legacy, entrepreneurship, and practical strategies for building a business with minimal risk. What You’ll Learn in this Episode: The history and legacy of Lady Burd Cosmetics and how Samantha carries it forward Why low minimum order quantities are a game changer for aspiring entrepreneurs How small businesses can leverage AI for greater brand visibility and competitive advantage Want to make smarter financial decisions grounded in clarity and confidence? Subscribe and share the Crazy Wealthy Podcast . To learn more about Fusion Family Wealth’s evidence-based investment strategies, visit www.fusionfamilywealth.com and request our current disclosure brochure. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction & podcast disclaimer 01:00 Welcome Samantha Burd of Lady Burd Cosmetics 01:45 Samantha’s family business background & Lady Burd story 04:00 Samantha’s perspective on legacy and responsibility 05:30 Grandma Roberta’s entrepreneurial breakthrough 09:00 Growing up in the business & early experience 14:30 Leveraging AI for business growth 19:00 Samantha’s education & corporate consulting background 25:45 The democratization of entrepreneurship with $150 low minimum orders 30:30 Men’s products & private label options 31:45 How to get in touch with Lady Burd Cosmet…