Introduction
If you’ve ever been to the UK or Ireland, you’ve probably walked past an Ann Summers store and felt intrigued to step inside. Specialising in sex toys and lingerie, and with over 140 brick-and-mortar stores, Ann Summers is undoubtedly one of the most popular sex toy brands globally. The CEO of Ann Summers, Jacqueline Gold CBE, joins me this week to discuss her journey to success and how she became one of Britain’s wealthiest women. Following a childhood of neglect and sexual abuse, Jacqueline is on a mission to empower and inspire women from all walks of life to pursue their dreams and challenge the status quo. Discover how Jacqueline turned her childhood trauma into her superpower, and how she helped Ann Summers dominate the sex toy industry for decades.
Show Notes
04:36 Jacqueline’s childhood
06:13 Jacqueline’s relationship with her parents
12:30 Why she kept her abuse a secret
14:20 Coping mechanisms
17:07 Forgiveness
20:24 Recurring thoughts about her abuse
21:33 Jacqueline’s first part-time job
25:56 Sex toys
30:00 Ingredients for a successful business person
35:25 Jacqueline’s first store
39:53 Creating a welcoming environment
42:25 Selling online
45:40 Innovation within the market
49:35 Giving up
51:10 Jacqueline’s purpose
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