Entrepreneurship With Heart: Blending Profit and Purpose

Join host Aaron Burnett as he sits down with Andrea to explore the defining moments of her entrepreneurial journey—from single motherhood and launching pediatric clinics, to leading Bridgeways, a social enterprise that blends aerospace manufacturing with meaningful employment for individuals facing mental health challenges. In this candid conversation, she shares lessons in resilience, values alignment, the power of Forum, and how Entrepreneurs’ Organization shaped her leadership, marriage, and vision for belonging in business and beyond.About Andrea: Former speech pathologist turned entrepreneur, Andrea built and scaled one of the largest pediatric clinic groups in her state before stepping into nonprofit leadership as CEO of Bridgeways—an employment social enterprise serving more than 1,000 individuals annually. A 12+ year EO member and current chapter president, she is passionate about creating spaces where diverse entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and grow together.About EO Seattle: Entrepreneurs' Organization is a global community of more than 20,000 entrepreneurs in 220 chapters and 61 countries. EO helps entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and grow by supporting their business, family, community & personal growth experiences. This podcast features real entrepreneurs sharing real challenges and solutions. No pitches, no sales - just honest conversations about the moments that shape successful businesses.