Jamie Kern Lima Speaking Fee: $100,000 to $125,000
Speaking Fee:
$100,000 to $125,000
Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)
Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)
Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Secondary Topic Category:
Women's Events
Secondary Topic Category:
Women's Events
Jamie Kern Lima Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Jamie Kern Lima is a New York Times bestselling author of her new book WORTHY: How to Believe You Are and Transform Your Life, she’s a guest teacher of the Life You Want class live with Oprah Winfrey, and Founder of IT Cosmetics, a company she started in her living room and grew to the largest luxury makeup brand in the country. She sold the company to L’Oréal in a billion-dollar deal and became the first female CEO of a brand in its 100+ year history. Her love of her customers and remarkable authenticity and belief eventually landed her on the Forbes America’s Richest Self-Made Women list.
Jamie Kern Lima is an accomplished entrepreneur, best known as the co-founder of IT Cosmetics, a company that revolutionized the beauty industry by prioritizing inclusivity and real-world beauty solutions. Born and raised in California, Jamie's journey from a humble beginning to the helm of a billion-dollar brand is a testament to her perseverance and vision. Her story reflects a passion for challenging conventional standards and a relentless pursuit of authenticity, inspired by her personal experiences with problematic skin and the industry's lack of effective products.
Before disrupting the beauty industry, Jamie pursued her academic interests, earning a degree in business from Washington State University and later attending Columbia Business School. Her early career included a stint as a TV news anchor, where she faced the reality of makeup products failing under the scrutiny of high-definition cameras. This pivotal experience ignited her determination to create a line of products that addressed real needs, advocating for solutions tested by real people rather than airbrushed models.
Founded in 2008 from her living room, IT Cosmetics was born out of Jamie's resolve to create makeup that worked for all skin types, tones, and conditions. Despite facing rejections from potential investors and distributors, including a memorable encounter with QVC, Jamie's persistence paid off when IT Cosmetics eventually made its debut on the network. The brand resonated with consumers seeking authenticity and inclusivity, propelling it to immense success. In 2016, the company entered a new chapter when it was acquired by L'Oréal for $1.2 billion, making Jamie the first female CEO in L'Oréal's history.
Today, Jamie Kern Lima is a keynote speaker and author, passionately sharing her insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, and self-belief. Her best-selling book, "Believe IT," offers a candid account of her entrepreneurial journey, imparting lessons on overcoming doubt and embracing one's unique potential. Jamie's charismatic presence and genuine storytelling have inspired audiences worldwide, encouraging them to break through barriers and achieve their dreams.
Beyond her professional achievements, Jamie is a dedicated advocate for women in business and philanthropy. She remains committed to empowering others by championing initiatives that support and uplift individuals to recognize their worth and capabilities. Jamie's journey from a dreamer to a trailblazer serves as an inspiring narrative of grit and grace, underscoring the transformative power of believing in oneself.