In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Catherine Perez and Marianna Di Regolo, the queer married founders of FAMM. Together, they explore their professional journeys and their mission to build a thriving, inclusive queer economy that challenges traditional business networks.
Key themes include:
- The systemic barriers and funding challenges faced by LGBTQ+ professionals and entrepreneurs
- Their commitment to community-driven solutions and the creation of FAMM
- How intentional spending and mutual support can transform economic landscapes
- The launch of FAMM Connect - the first social network designed for LGBTQ+ professionals
- The vital importance of safety, visibility, and resilience in building inclusive platforms
00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless
00:38 Meet Catherine Perez & Marianna Di Regolo
03:14 Catherine & Marianna’s Professional Journeys
08:10 The Love Connection
15:09 Building FAMM: The Origin Story
19:32 The Power of Branding
23:40 Overcoming Barriers as LGBTQ+ Founders
30:25 The Power of Barter Systems
32:05 Networking vs. Genuine Connections
34:20 Navigating Visibility and Safety
39:00 Introducing FAMM Connect
42:36 Building a Community-Centered Platform
50:07 Future Vision and Impact
54:26 Event Announcements and Closing Remarks
Connect & Learn More
Here's how you can engage with Cat & Marianna’s work:
Website: heyfamm.com
FAMM Connect: www.heyfamm.com/famm-connect
Follow @hey_famm on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads
Connect with Fearless Foundry:
Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!
Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.
Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.
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