How'd She Do That?

On today's episode of How'd She Do That? Emily speaks with Rachel Proctor. Rachel is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business coach. Rachel is the founder of eMErge University, co-founder of an early childhood learning center, and even served as Mayor Pro Tem in De Soto, Texas. In this episode, you’ll hear more about Rachel’s story as she encourages listeners to use their gifts to serve their community. Rachel inspires and motivates others through her ministry, faith, and business. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss!

Today's guest, New York-based interior designer Lilse McKenna creates homes that are rooted in tradition and tailored to reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle.

Prior to establishing her firm, Lilse worked for esteemed interior designers Lindsey Coral Harper and Markham Roberts. She credits both designers for teaching her not only the art of decorating residential interiors but also the skills required to execute projects of all sizes in a timely and organized fashion. Layered in various furniture styles, patterns, and textures, Lilse’s interiors provide her clients lasting sophistication and comfort.

Lilse has been featured in House Beautiful, Real Simple Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and One Kings Lane, among others. We know you'll enjoy this conversation! It's one you'll want to share with a friend!

Today's guest, Ala von Auerperg, was born Princess Annie-Laurie von Auersperg, Ala Isham is the daughter of Martha “Sunny” Crawford and Prince Alfred von Auersperg of Austria. Ala grew up between Kitzbühel, Austria, New York City, and Newport, RI where a legacy of style led her to create Ala von Auersperg in 2015, a collection of elegant silhouettes and vibrant proprietary prints created from her own artwork depicting scenes of nature and from her travels.

Ala’s passion for creating clothes that enhance a woman’s confidence also underpins her philanthropic work. In 1985, she co-founded the National Center for Victims of Crime, an organization that provides victims of crime with rights, protection, and services to help them rebuild their lives. In 1986, she founded the Brain Trauma Foundation, which she created in homage to her late mother, and supports ongoing research on traumatic brain injuries. Together with her conservation efforts, Ala is committed to empowering women through beauty and instilling confidence and strength.

Ala's brand has grown rapidly over the last few years as her beautiful and unique artwork provides the patterns for her pieces. You can shop her pieces online and at her stores in Charleston, South Carolina, Palm Beach, Florida, and New York City.

Welcome to Season Three! Today's guest, Riley Sheehey is a watercolor and multimedia artist and textile designer.

Before becoming an artist full-time, she taught elementary school art and developed a love for whimsical styles and playful details. Her artwork reflects this childlike view of the world with fun color palettes and attention to detail that evokes a viewer’s curiosity. She specializes in watercolor illustrations and surface design and has enjoyed the challenge of expanding her practice to incorporate textiles and wallpaper.

Riley lives in Falls Church, Virginia, with her husband, daughter, and dog. Listeners will love getting to know Riley in today's episode!