We had the good fortune of connecting with Samantha Moody and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Samantha, we’d love to start by asking you about lessons learned. Is there a lesson you can share with us?
The most important lesson my business has taught me is that you have to stay consistent. You have to apply pressure to not only yourself but to your craft. Sometimes we can let our fear get in the way of our dream and one thing I always remind myself is that no one can come in between my dream but me. Tighten up and put in the work and the rest will flourish.

What should our readers know about your business?
SAMILEECO is my cosmetics brand that I re branded during the pandemic in 2020. As we were all forced to be inside I created a line that I felt would be beneficial to my audience. Women being my highest preference I created this line to uplift and support a high demand of our everyday needs. Creating a business (a successful business) is never easy but I was able to get out of my head and try my best to bring my visions to light. I want the viewers to know that all every story has a hero, I built this brand for motivation, and passion. Set yourself high do what you want and don’t allow anyone to take you off track. Listen to your audience, be authentic and you will have a long standing of wealth and people who will never forget your business. I plan for SAMILEECO to be the business that continues to set apart and build for my generation to the next.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Los Angeles is such a beautiful city. We would definitely start off by having brunch at the Perch. The sangria is amazing and the view of DTLA is even better. After we would enjoy a massage at Grand Spa in the Koreatown area, I mean why not after a wonderful meal we just had. After our massage we’ll definitely continue to enjoy the spa until it’s time for dinner time. Then we’ll hit my favorite restaurant Tao in Hollywood, we’ll have sushi, and Moët, after our meal it’s time to let our hair down and turn up. We’re heading to a bar with hookah and cute mix drinks. You can’t go wrong with bars in Hollywood but the best to choose varies from 3rd Base, to Station 1640 down to Tekila & Secret

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Mia Clark- Thank you for the motivation and support.

Melissa Scaife- Thank you for being here through my journey, scouting products with me and giving your best input when it came to my decisions.

Mom & Dad – Life wouldn’t have been an option if it wasn’t for you two. I’m creating generational wealth for our family and more.

Website: www.samileecollection.com

Instagram: @samileeco

Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCU_I8z6nwvBphUDB9m-a5AQ

Other: Personal IG Page: @sami.leighh

Image Credits
@capturedbycastro @sami.leighh @makeupby_glammbaee

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