{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthe-nordy-pod.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fep-118-free-people-ceo-sheila-harrington-681NsBgM","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Ep 118. Free People, CEO Sheila Harrington","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/ff238ee8-515d-4a1b-b8b0-aa3d16ee4aa9/24d08812-6066-4997-bd53-40594789ccca/cropped_1788737624136.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"Want to know what it takes to be the #1 women’s-wear brand at Nordstrom?  Well, you’re in luck!  In this episode Pete sits down with Sheila Harrington, CEO of Free People – a massively successful tentpole subsidiary of the URBN roster – to discuss its humble origins and thoughtful evolution into one of the most influential brands in the market.\n\nAs the very first buyer in store number one, Sheila describes the untethered entrepreneurial spirit that fueled Free People to think creatively from the beginning, and sculpt their point of view into the laser-focused lifestyle aesthetic that it is today.  Encouraged by a culture of incubation under the URBN umbrella, Free People has been afforded room to grow into more and more categories of their customers wardrobe – through labels like FP Movement, Intimately FP, and free-est – broadening the possibilities of what the brand can be. \n\nMore than an incredible wholesale partner, more than a successful standalone retailer with an impressive direct-to-consumer business, Free People is a global phenomenon with a lot more to show in the future.\n\nThanks for tuning in to episode 118.  We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And, be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more."}