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Podcast: Retail Remix
Episode: Celebration, Self-Expression and Rowan's New Approach to Piercing
Description: In the past, consumers who wanted to get their ears pierced had two options: tattoo shops and the mall. According to Louisa Schneider, the mall-based piercing experience in particular felt uncomfortable and impersonal. ย ย She knew there was a better way and thatโs why she started Rowan. Now, the ear-piercing brand is growing steadily, thanks to its super-fun studio experience, a successful partnership with Target, and a loyal base of licensed nurses who act as the brand champions and piercing squad.ย