The Polestar Podcast · 2025-09-22 · 53 min
Discover how a spark of inspiration in Paris led Nicole Smith to launch Flytographer, now connecting travelers with photographers in 350+ cities worldwide. Learn how she made the bold leap from a 13-year career at Microsoft to building a global brand from scratch. Hear Nicole’s candid take on the risks, resilience, and pivots required to keep Flytographer alive during the pandemic. Find out why embracing conscious leadership and personal wellbeing has been key to scaling a profitable, purpose-driven company. Get a glimpse of what’s next as Flytographer expands its mission to help people remember their favorite travel stories forever. This episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, or turning an idea into a global success story. About the Guest - Nicole Smith Nicole Smith is the founder of Flytographer, the world’s first global marketplace connecting travelers with local photographers for short, fun vacation shoots. Since launching in 2013, Flytographer has become a profitable, multi-million dollar business and captured memories for 100,000+ travelers across 350 cities.
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