#136 Zaka Presents My Journey Srijita Ghosh

 We explore the remarkable journey of Srijita Ghosh, a distinguished venture advisor based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. From her early days overcoming personal challenges with anxiety to becoming a driving force for entrepreneurship in the Midwest, Srijita's story is a compelling testament to resilience and visionary leadership.Discover how Srijita's early experiences in India, influenced by her mother's bold decision to defy traditional gender roles by introducing her to tennis, shaped her identity and fortified her resolve. Learn about the pivotal injury that ended her sports career but also catalyzed her transition into the entrepreneurial world with her innovative startup, StoPanic, which offers solutions for managing panic attacks through therapeutic music and on-demand counseling.Dive deep into Srijita's experiences moving from Kolkata to Ada and how these shaped her commitment to intentional community building. This episode highlights her strategies for fostering supportive environments that empower underrepresented founders and stimulate local economic development. Srijita Ghosh leverages her unique insights and experiences to mentor the next generation of founders, helping them refine their ideas, secure funding, and build successful businesses.