Elevating Dreams: Finding Purpose Outside the Box with Farah Allen CEO of The Labz

Episode Summary: Host Keith Koo talks with Farah Allen about how an early big-box retailer internship opened her eyes to the realities of the glass ceiling, prompting an entrepreneurial leap grounded in faith. Farah shares how her spiritual beliefs guided her through the pitfalls of funding, product pivots, and team-building—ultimately leading to The Labz, a creator-focused platform built around protecting content and intellectual property. From corporate frustration to startup resilience, her story underscores the power of faith in shaping purpose-driven innovation.

Key Themes:

• The Glass Ceiling Reality: Farah’s formative internship highlighted industry barriers, sparking a shift toward entrepreneurship.
• Faith as a Launchpad: How Farah’s belief system influenced major decision points—from leaving corporate roles to persevering through setbacks.
• Pivots & Perseverance: Adapting product strategy and business models to overcome challenges, all while staying true to core values.

Why Listen:

• Hear how faith can fuel resilience and clarity for founders.
• Gain insights on tackling unseen barriers, from corporate hierarchies to startup hurdles.
• Learn how The Labz uses smart contracts to empower creators in the digital economy.

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• Website: The Labz
• Farah on LinkedIn: Farah Allen
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• LinkedIn: Keith Koo
• Instagram: @techmaven
• Facebook: Keith Koo

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