Words of Power: Transforming Communication Access for Underserved Communities with Hannelyn Perez

WINE PARRA WINE CO, 2023 VINO BLANCO This week, Jessica sits down with Hannelyn Perez, the innovative force behind SpeechBuddy – a groundbreaking platform transforming how we approach language and communication skills development. Hannelyn's Journey First-generation Latina experience and the values that shaped her path Military service and how her veteran experience influences her leadership style Her calling to speech pathology and identifying gaps in accessibility Balancing cultural heritage with professional ambitions The Birth of SpeechBuddy The "aha moment" that led to creating a patent-pending technology Transforming screen time from passive entertainment to educational empowerment The challenges of navigating the tech startup landscape as a Latina founder Building a product with both free and premium versions to ensure accessibility Speech Pathology Through a Cultural Lens How cultural backgrounds influence communication needs and approaches Creating inclusive solutions that work across diverse communities The Partner Program empowering fellow speech pathologists Addressing language barriers that often prevent families from accessing needed services Meeting Communities Where They Are Hannelyn's mission to make quality speech therapy accessible to underserved populations Leveraging technology to overcome time and resource limitations The importance of culturally competent communication tools Looking to the Future Expansion plans for SpeechBuddy Vision for revolutionizing speech therapy accessibility Advice for other Latina entrepreneurs entering the tech and healthcare space How listeners can support the mission and access SpeechBuddy resources Connect with Hannelyn Website: GetSpeechBuddy.com Instagram: @GetSpeechBuddy The Wine & Chisme Podcast celebrates the diverse journeys of professionals, artists, and changemakers across communities of color. Join host Jessica Yañez for unfiltered conversations about career, culture, and transformation—all paired with exceptional wine and authentic chisme.