In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Anya Cheng, founder of AI fashion startup Taelor and former product leader at Meta, eBay, and Target. Anya shares her journey from Silicon Valley insider to scrappy startup founder, revealing how she scaled Taelor with zero marketing budget, secured funding from top VCs, and broke barriers as a female immigrant entrepreneur. We dive into the AI behind personalized fashion, lessons from tech giants, and what it takes to build a fast-growing brand on a shoestring. This episode is a must-listen for founders, fashion innovators, and anyone chasing startup success.
Anya Cheng is the Founder and CEO of Taelor, a leading men's clothing subscription service that provides personal styling and curated rentals, powered by AI. A Girls in Tech 40 Under 40 honoree, she previously led eCommerce and digital innovation teams at Meta, eBay, Target, and McDonald's. Taelor’s mission is to help people dress up to achieve their goals—whether it's for a job interview, date night, or big presentation—because looking good shouldn’t be a barrier to success.
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