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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 19 MIN

Alayna Hermans: From Classroom to Clients: Redesigning Life Through Entrepreneurship

from From Spark to New Venture · host UMW Entrepreneurship Class

In this episode of From Spark to New Venture, hosts Kyle Johnson and Monique Lipton share the story of Alayna Hermans: a former Health and PE teacher at a Virginia Beach middle school who took a bold step into entrepreneurship. After years in the classroom, Alayna transitioned into owning her own NEAT Method franchise, embracing a path filled with challenges, unfamiliar territory, and moments that pushed her far outside her comfort zone. Her journey is one of courage, growth, and choosing a career that aligns with her values and the life she wants to build. Join us as we explore how Alayna navigated this major shift and what she learned along the way.

In this episode of From Spark to New Venture, hosts Kyle Johnson and Monique Lipton share the story of Alayna Hermans: a former Health and PE teacher at a Virginia Beach middle school who took a bold step into entrepreneurship. After years in the classroom, Alayna transitioned into owning her own NEAT Method franchise, embracing a path filled with challenges, unfamiliar territory, and moments that pushed her far outside her comfort zone. Her journey is one of courage, growth, and choosing a c...

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