This article details allegations from six former employees of Blake Lively's failed lifestyle brand, Preserve. They describe a chaotic and unprofessional environment largely attributed to the involvement of Lively's brother, Eric.
Former employees claim Eric Lively, who ran Preserve from his Manhattan apartment, created a dysfunctional workspace. Allegations include:
His lack of management skills and erratic behavior caused immense stress and strain on staff, who worked excessive hours without proper facilities or support.
When confronted by senior staff, Blake Lively allegedly dismissed their concerns about Eric's behavior. Some employees received settlements (up to $300,000) in exchange for signing non-disclosure agreements and refraining from legal action.
The article highlights the irony of Lively's recent accusations of an inappropriate workplace environment against Justin Baldoni, given the alleged conditions at Preserve. The former employees suggest Lively's lack of concern for the wellbeing of her staff is hypocritical, considering her public stance on workplace ethics.
Preserve ultimately failed, its closure met with mockery from the press. Lively later attributed the brand's issues to sexism and the media's treatment of female entrepreneurs.
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