WOMEN TO WATCH

Lauren Williams

CEO & Founder
Glow Luxury

I started in dentistry before launching Glow Luxury during the pandemic. What began as reselling a few handbags quickly became a full-time business. Today, I lead an all-female team offering authentic, preloved designer bags with a focus on accessibility, transparency and community, all to make luxury feel personal, fun and just a little more within reach.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

Biggest challenges in my career

Leaving a stable job in dentistry to pursue entrepreneurship was scary. Balancing risk, motherhood and business growth taught me resilience, adaptability and that I’m capable of more than I imagined.

How I knew this was my passion

Helping women feel confident and seen through fashion lit something in me. It started with handbags, but it became about connection, empowerment and creating joy through every sale.

What I learned from my first job

Dentistry taught me to earn trust and care deeply for people. That same foundation carries into how I run my business and connect with clients every day.

Best advice I ever received

"You can’t just dream it, you have to do it.” Vision matters, but consistent hard work makes it real. Success rarely looks like the hustle it takes behind the scenes.

The one thing I wish people knew about my field

Luxury resale isn’t secondhand, it’s intentional. It’s about sustainability, smart shopping and trust. Every piece tells a story, and we help give it a beautiful next chapter.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Rochester, Minnesota

Hobbies

Shopping

Binge Watch

"Schitt's Creek"

Last good read

"Verify" by Colleen Hoover

Favorite meal in town

The Butcher Shop

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