Career Discovery Channel: Lion’esque Media’s Melissa Gonzalez
1. How do you want your name to appear?
Melissa Gonzalez, CEO of Lion’esque Media
2. Describe your first “real” job. What are you doing now?
My first “real” job was on the Repo/Government trading desk of Lehman Brothers. Now I am the CEO of my start up company Lion’esque Media. From government bonds to fashion & lifestyle!
3. What was the best piece of advice you’ve received?
The best piece of advice is that start up success is a marathon, not a sprint. Although it’s sometimes hard to remember, because we all want to see success right away, if we are steady and focused we will acheive it.
4. Brag. Tell us about something really great or that you’re proud of or excited about.
This year, I was honored to be chosen as one of the Top 100 Young CEO’s in America and spent the day in DC. Sitting with congressional leaders and CEO’s like Sharie Redstone and Ed Rensit to lead a discussion on how to improve the environment for start ups in America was an honor. Now to continue to make a difference….
5. 40 under 40. Ones to Watch. Most Powerful. So many lists out there….. who is on your list (and why)?
On my list, I continue to be impressed by women like Rachel Sterne - leading the digital revoultion and nick-named “the City’s Head Nerd.” How Hot is that?
6. What do you plan to accomplish by February?
This winter we have launched our beta of Lion’esque Style- an online destination giving followers VIP access to the hottest emerging brands. “Stop asking, Be asked!” is our motto- lead the conversation in the room by having the new “IT” brand first. By the end of the year we will have launched 20 brands, by February we will have more! If you are reading this shop with us and use code #InspiredBuy to save on any purchase.
