Healing through Connection: Jena Catalano on Building AIRE, a Luxury Wellness Community

EP 19. We all crave connection but sometimes we don’t know how to get it. In this episode of Well Done, I chat with Jena Catalano, the founder of the LA-based luxury wellness community AIRE Wellness, to explore how connection can help alleviate stress, burnout and isolation in a post-pandemic world. We talk about how Jena’s own experience from corporate burnout and gut health struggles led her to create AIRE, and how everything from poolside lymphatic massages to mini retreats and member picnics, are helping AIRE community members build real, authentic connections and friendships, while also discovering cool new wellness brands along the way. In this episode, you'll learn:Why community-building is the new influencer marketingHow Jena turned her TikTok following into a real thriving business and communityHow chronic stress can lead to major gut health issuesJena’s favorite wellness tools and trends, including her favorite wellness splurges The wellness trend she doesn’t subscribe to—and what she recommends insteadA simple method for celebrating wins and quieting self-doubtResources from this episode:Follow AIRE Wellness on Instagram and TikTok: @airewellnessLearn more about AIRE: airewellness.lifeBrands mentioned:Oura RingEnergy bar brand: B.T.R. NationLip syrup brand: AhyunTools mentioned: Ear seeding, lymphatic drainage massages, red light therapyGuest BioJena Catalano is the founder of AIRE Wellness, a luxury wellness community born out of burnout and a desire to challenge hustle culture. After leaving a high-stress career in fashion PR, she launched AIRE to create intentional spaces where movement, connection, and self-care take center stage. Since its 2022 debut, AIRE has hosted over 50 curated events in Los Angeles, collaborated with top wellness and lifestyle brands, and launched Club AIRE—a membership program designed to deepen community and make holistic wellness more accessible.Support the showJOIN MY EMAIL LISTLiked this episode? Share with a friend or leave a comment or review!Follow the show: https://www.instagram.com/thewelldonepod/Follow me, your host: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatvong/Have a topic suggestion or want to nominate a guest? Email:[email protected]