Episode 20: From Dermapure to Recess: How Marilyne Gagne is Redefining Wellness & Human Connection

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In this episode, Marilyne Gagne, co-founder of Recess and founder of Dermapure, shares her entrepreneurial journey from opening her first clinic with a $20,000 investment to scaling Dermapure into a 66-location network across Canada. She reflects on the challenges of delegation, managing team dynamics, and protecting culture during rapid expansion. Marilyne also introduces Recess, her latest venture focused on wellness, mental health, and building community through social thermal experiences. Passionate about people and purpose, she dives into leadership, personal growth, and why authentic connection is more vital than ever in the age of AI. 🎧 In this episode, they discuss: - How Marilyne scaled Dermapure from a single clinic to 66 locations across Canada. - The challenges of delegation, leadership development, and managing rapid growth. - Mistakes she made early on, including lessons from a business-partner breakup. - The vision and purpose behind Recess, her new wellness venture focused on community and mental health. - Thoughts on the future of AI and why authentic, in-person connection still matters most.

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