Kelly Lundberg
Kelly Lundberg | |
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| Born | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Citizenship | Scotland |
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| Organization | Brand YOU Creators (Founder) |
| Website | kellylundbergofficial |
Kelly Lundberg is a Scottish entrepreneur, personal brand strategist, celebrity stylist, business mentor, speaker, and author based in Dubai.[1] She is the founder of StyleMeDivine, an online styling agency, and Brand YOU Creators, an agency specializing in personal branding for executives and entrepreneurs.[2]
With over 20 years of experience, she regularly presents keynote speeches and motivational sessions on topics related to entrepreneurship and style, including her TEDx Talk titled "The Currency of Life." Lundberg has worked with high-profile clients such as the Chanel Beauty Team, Arsenal FC, and Louis Vuitton.[3]
She is also the host of "The Kelly Lundberg Podcast" and the author of three books: "Success in The City" (2009), "How to Be a Personal Stylist" (2013), and "Deseed The Lemon" (2024).
Early life
Kelly Lundberg was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. She graduated from Currie High School in 1998 with a promotion and event management degree.
Career
Lundberg started her career as a senior sales representative at Next Group PLC in Edinburgh in 1996. In 2003, she moved to Dubai and joined Emirates Airlines as a cabin crew member. In 2005, she launched StyleMeDivine, the Middle East’s first online styling agency. The agency offered personalized styling services and corporate workshops on style and image. StyleMeDivine quickly gained recognition for its bespoke services, leading Lundberg to work with prestigious events such as the BRIT Awards, the Grammys, and the Dubai Film Festival. She was also a judge in the Style Stakes at the 2011 Dubai World Cup. Lundberg sold the business in 2019.[4]
Since 2012, Lundberg has focused on personal branding strategy, empowering entrepreneurs and CEOs to enhance their personal brands and businesses for maximum impact and income. Her work has included personal brand development for the Chanel Beauty Team in Dubai, VIP Hostess at Arsenal FC in the UK, and personal brand training at the Edition Hotel in Abu Dhabi. She has also provided retail training for luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Harvey Nichols, and Bloomingdale's. Additionally, she has styled clients for the front covers of magazines like Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine.[5]
In 2017, Lundberg established The S.Academy, creating training programs for entrepreneurs and stylists.[6] This platform offers comprehensive membership and mentoring programs to help individuals build their personal brands and create successful styling businesses.[7]
Lundberg established Brand YOU Creators in 2020, a specialized agency that amplifies personal brands for C-Suite executives and entrepreneurs. Brand YOU Creators offers various services,[8] including online courses, workshops, masterclasses, and one-on-one consultancy. The agency also creates bespoke digital assets such as websites, social media content, and branding materials.[9]
As an author, Lundberg has published several books, including "Success in The City" (2009), "How to Be a Personal Stylist" (2013), and "Deseed The Lemon" (2024).[10]
Lundberg travels globally, delivering motivational sessions on entrepreneurship and personal branding. She has spoken at events in the UAE, New York, London, and Milan.[11]
Lundberg also hosts "The Kelly Lundberg Podcast," featuring success stories of entrepreneurs, athletes, and celebrities, providing listeners with strategies for building profitable personal brands and businesses.[12]
Bibliography
- Success in The City (2009)
- How to Be a Personal Stylist (2013)
- Deseed The Lemon (2024)
Awards and recognitions
Lundberg has received numerous accolades throughout her career.
- She was a finalist for Most Stylish Female at the Scottish Style Awards (2011).
- She was recognized as the Communicator of the Year at the Scottish Fashion Awards (2013).
- She was a finalist in the People’s Choice and Most Admirable Business Woman categories at the SME Advisor Awards.
- On International Women's Day in 2020, LAFFAZ listed her as one of the '35 Most Influential Entrepreneurs of MENA'.
- Lundberg received the Lloyds TSB Small Business Award for Creative Promotion (2007).
- She was credited as the Female Entrepreneur of the Year by Visa and Your Business magazine (2008, 2010).
References
- ↑ Khan, Maliha (8 May 2024). "Mastering Your Personal Brand With Kelly Lundberg - LVL Wellbeing". lvl-wellbeing.com. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "Feature Interview: Kelly Lundberg – Bizpreneur Middle East". www.bizpreneurme.com. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "012: Kelly Lundberg on Fashion and Personal Empowerment". Women Taking The Lead. 22 April 2015. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ Haseeb, M. (19 March 2020). "Exclusive Interview: Kelly Lundberg on how she made fortune as a Celebrity Stylist & Business Mentor". LAFFAZ. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ Release, Press. "Kelly Lundberg launches Brand YOU Creators". www.zawya.com. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ Lundberg, Kelly. "Kelly Lundberg - Author Biography". Entrepreneur. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "Morning Coffee With Celebrity Stylist Kelly Lundberg". A&E Magazine. 26 February 2019. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "Kelly Lundberg Launches Brand YOU Creators". www.startupterminal.com. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "MEET KELLY LUNDBERG, A PERSONAL BRAND COACH WHO SET UP DUBAI'S FIRST PERSONAL SHOPPING BRAND". yourstory.com. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ Breeze, Belinda (9 May 2024). "Kelly Lundberg - Entrepreneur and Author of Deseed The Lemon". Education UAE. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ Cohen, Sarah (24 March 2020). "How To Build Your Styling Brand with Dubai's Kelly Lundberg". www.stylingadvisory.com.au. Retrieved 17 June 2024.
- ↑ "Amazon". www.amazon.in. Retrieved 17 June 2024.