Amanda's journey from computer science to founding her own digital jewelry brand.

The challenges of navigating generational leadership in a family business.

Her mandate to "reinvent" the brand by focusing on emotion and digital growth.

Why the 55-outlet, 9-figure company has no plans for a stock exchange listing.

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