EPISODE · Mar 4, 2025 · 59 MIN
Meet the Mentors - Podcast Premiere
from The Impact Founder Podcast: The Stories That Built Us · host Kristin Darga & Travis Bockenstedt
A Re-Introduction to Impact Founder Episode: Meet Kristin & Travis Kristin and Travis kick off the new Impact Founder podcast, sharing their journey from mental health advocacy to resilience. Key Takeaways How We Met: Travis’ shift from media to resilience-focused work, plus the Startup Week story. Why This Podcast? Mental health conversations have evolved, but resilience is the missing link. From Exhaustion to Reinvention: Kristin reflects on stepping away from Impact Founder in 2019 and how Travis’ outreach reignited the mission. What’s Next? Shifting the focus from struggle to strength. Meet the Mentors Lane Ostrow (HonorOne, LLC) Business leader, impact investor, and Kristin’s mentor. Helped her publish her book with a last-minute “Hail Mary.” Shares lessons from mentoring women and veterans on resilience. Dr. Penni Pier (Wartburg College) Guided countless young professionals through career and identity transitions. Discusses resilience across generations and the keys to personal growth. Resiliency Roundtable Guests: Denise Larzo, Tiffany Fixter, Dr. Penni Pier Theme: What does it mean to be a resilient woman in 2025? Insights on leadership, inclusivity, and adapting to change. The Takeaway Impact Founder: The Stories That Built Us is about moving beyond mental health struggles into actionable resilience. ----more----
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A Re-Introduction to Impact Founder Episode: Meet Kristin & Travis Kristin and Travis kick off the new Impact Founder podcast, sharing their journey from mental health advocacy to resilience. Key Takeaways How We Met: Travis’ shift from media to resilience-focused work, plus the Startup Week story. Why This Podcast? Mental health conversations have evolved, but resilience is the missing link. From Exhaustion to Reinvention: Kristin reflects on stepping away from Impact Founder in 2019 and how Travis’ outreach reignited the mission. What’s Next? Shifting the focus from struggle to strength. Meet the Mentors Lane Ostrow (HonorOne, LLC) Business leader, impact investor, and Kristin’s mentor. Helped her publish her book with a last-minute “Hail Mary.” Shares lessons from mentoring women and veterans on resilience. Dr. Penni Pier (Wartburg College) Guided countless young professionals through career and identity transitions. Discusses resilience across generations and the keys to personal growth. Resiliency Roundtable Guests: Denise Larzo, Tiffany Fixter, Dr. Penni Pier Theme: What does it mean to be a resilient woman in 2025? Insights on leadership, inclusivity, and adapting to change. The Takeaway Impact Founder: The Stories That Built Us is about moving beyond mental health struggles into actionable resilience. ----more----
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