Meeting You Where You're At Podcast

Meeting You Where You're At Podcast

Podcast featuring Women Entrepreneurs, Disruptors, and Purveyors of change. Meeting You provides an amplifying platform for Women Entrepreneurs, Founders, and Leaders who are focused on Social Impact and Innovation.

Episodes

EP 128 Andrea Giancontieri

August 20, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Andrea Giancontieri (pronounced Jahn-con-TYEH-ree), a digital marketer, advocate, and entrepreneur who turned her personal journey through menopause into a powerful movement. Andrea shares her candid and often humorous story of navigating misdiagnoses, dismissive doctors, and finally finding her voice as an advocate. From co-founding The Whiny-...
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EP 127 Jasianna Ortiz

August 17, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, Richard sits down in person with Jasianna Ortiz, founder of Apothecary Braids and the creative force behind Braided by Jasy. What started as a side hustle during the pandemic has grown into a thriving business rooted in artistry, culture, and community. Jasianna shares her journey from teaching herself how to braid as a child, to navigating the challenges of being a solopreneur, to g...
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EP 125 Analisse Desrochers

August 12, 2025 • 41 mins
There’s More to Life: Empowering Women Through Financial Confidence with Analisse Desrochers In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Analisse Desrochers, a financial advisor at Wise Financial, who is redefining what it means to be empowered through financial literacy. After a successful career in logistics, Analisse made a bold pivot into financial services—driven by a dee...
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EP 126 Shikha Jain

August 10, 2025 • 38 mins
From Oncology to Advocacy: Dr. Shikha Jain on Leadership, Women’s Health, and Driving Change In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Dr. Shikha Jain, oncologist, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Women in Medicine Summit and nonprofit. Dr. Jain shares her journey from aspiring pediatrician to finding her true calling in oncology, a field she loves for its human connection a...
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EP 124 Stina Leigh

July 27, 2025 • 47 mins
Stina Leigh on Reinvention, Radical Self-Love, and Building an Authentic Life Description: In this powerful episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we meet the multifaceted Stina Leigh – a global entrepreneur, wellness leader, brand strategist, and unapologetic force of nature. Stina shares her journey of personal transformation, from burnout and breakdown to healing, reinvention, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. As the found...
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EP 123 Karen Sussman Horgan

July 20, 2025 • 39 mins
Designing Better Health with Behavioral Economics | Karen Sussman Horgan | VAL Health Description: In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we sit down with Karen Sussman Horgan, Co-Founder and CEO of VAL Health, to explore how behavioral economics is reshaping the future of healthcare. For over 14 years, Karen has led VAL Health in designing evidence-based “nudges” that help people make better decisions for their health —...
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EP 122 Kristiana Kuneva

July 9, 2025 • 37 mins
Telling the Story Right: How Narrative Drives Innovation with Kristiana Kuneva of The Recursive In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Kristiana Kuneva, Head of Business Development at The Recursive, to explore how storytelling can shape businesses, build ecosystems, and inspire global growth. Kristiana shares her journey from Bulgaria to the frontlines of European innovation media...
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EP 121 Samira Francois

June 21, 2025 • 45 mins
🎙️ New Episode: Building a Circular Student Economy with Samira Francois, Founder of FetchFits In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with first-gen Haitian American founder and podcast host Samira Francois to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the mission behind FetchFits—the “Airbnb for college essentials.” From her early days at Boston College to grinding through inte...
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EP 120 Elizabeth Tikoyan

May 18, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Elizabeth Tikoyan, the visionary founder and CEO of Healp, a platform transforming the landscape of clinical research and patient support. A recent Chloe Capital Founder Fellow, Elizabeth shares her journey as a mission-driven entrepreneur and dives into how Healp is bridging critical gaps in healthcare by connecting patients with chronic and r...
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EP 119 Rachel Serwetz

May 8, 2025 • 39 mins
Finding Clarity in Your Career with Rachel Serwetz, CEO of WOKEN In this episode of Meeting You Where You're At, we sit down with Rachel Serwetz, Founder and CEO of WOKEN, a tech-enabled career coaching platform helping individuals navigate job transitions, professional growth, and purposeful career development. Rachel shares her journey from corporate roles at Goldman Sachs and Bridgewater Associates to building WOKEN from the g...
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EP 118 Laura Yecies

April 29, 2025 • 41 mins
🦴 Episode Title: Stronger, Longer: Laura Yecies on Osteoboost, Women's Health, and Redefining Longevity 📢 In this episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Laura Yecies, CEO of Osteoboost, to discuss her trailblazing journey from Silicon Valley tech executive to medtech innovator addressing one of the most under-discussed issues in women’s health: osteoporosis and bone loss. 💡 Laura shares...
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EP 117 Vivan Chen

April 26, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Vivian Chen, the dynamic founder and CEO of Rise—an AI-powered job search platform that’s redefining how people navigate one of life’s most stressful transitions: finding meaningful work. From her early days at L'Oréal to an unexpected leap into entrepreneurship, Vivian shares her personal story of rejection, reinvention, and resilience. She talks candidly about applying to 200 jobs, building Rise...
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EP 116 Julie Stadlbauer

April 12, 2025 • 35 mins
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Julie Stadlbauer, Chief Business Development Officer at Progyny, a leading benefits management company transforming the way we think about fertility, family building, and women’s health. Julie shares her personal and professional journey — from her early days at Cigna to helping grow Progyny into a national leader serving over 530 employers across 45+ industries. We explore the emotional,...
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EP 115 Joanna Rosenberg

April 1, 2025 • 37 mins
Joanna is the founder and CEO of SimpliHere. She is a mission-focused founder bridging the communication gap in caregiving for patients and families impacted by neurodegenerative diseases. She applies her technology marketing background with personal experiences as an ALS caregiver to grow a sustainable, mission-based venture. Her experience spans small software companies through global corporations- developing go-to-market strateg...
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EP 114 Danielle Mikaelian

March 7, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with the incredible Danielle Mikaelian—a Harvard Law student, Columbia University alum, and a dynamic leader who is making an impact across law, business, and advocacy. Danielle’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From growing up in Southern California to earning her place at Columbia and later Harvard Law, she has consistently demonstrated res...
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EP 113 Shireen Saxena

February 28, 2025 • 44 mins
Shireen’s work in healthcare policy, system transformation, and patient advocacy is deeply personal. After years of struggling with undiagnosed endometriosis, it was Ada Health’s own symptom assessment tool that finally helped her get the answers she needed. Now, she’s leveraging her expertise to ensure patients around the world have better access to information, faster diagnoses, and more equitable healthcare solutions. In this e...
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EP 112 Vicky Demas

February 22, 2025 • 38 mins
Join us for an inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At as we sit down with Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH. In this engaging conversation, Vicky shares her incredible journey from a hands-on engineer to a pioneering leader in healthcare innovation. Learn how she’s leveraging AI to transform retinal screening and make early detection of diabetic retinopathy—and other systemic diseases—more accessible than ever before....
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EP 111 Charlene Platon

February 12, 2025 • 36 mins
🎙️ Meeting You Where You're At Podcast | Featuring Charlene Platon, Co-Founder & CEO of Fifth Window In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we sit down with Charlene Platon, Co-Founder and CEO of Fifth Window, to discuss the urgent need for mental health support and emotional well-being in the nursing profession. Charlene shares her powerful journey from bedside nursing to becoming a nurse innovator and entrepreneur. Sh...
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EP 110 Sadie McKeown

February 1, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Sadie McKeown, President of the Community Preservation Corporation (CPC), to explore the intersection of affordable housing, sustainability, and economic equity. With over 30 years at CPC—starting as an intern and rising to President—Sadie has been a driving force in community development, climate resilience, and financial equity for underserve...
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EP 109 Jess Jamison

January 21, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we sit down with Jess Jamison, the founder of Revolution Health, a licensed therapist, personal trainer, and advocate for health at every size. Jess shares her deeply personal journey, from overcoming disordered eating and overexercise to launching a practice that integrates mental and physical wellness. Jess discusses her unique approach to trauma-informed care, combating diet cultu...
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