WIL Talk #205: Who’s Supporting the Caregiver?

from WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk) · host Vicki Bradley

Caregiving is one of the most emotionally demanding roles and one of the most invisible.In this episode of Women in Leadership Talk, Leo Barbe shares how caregiving shaped his life and led him to create Lane, an AI companion built to support caregivers emotionally and practically.This isn’t about replacing human connection.It’s about making sure caregivers don’t face guilt, anxiety, and loneliness alone.Looking for space to pause and realign before the year takes off?Our Vision & Values Mapping Workshop offers a thoughtful, guided experience to help you design the year ahead with intention. Explore details and register at: https://www.wilempowered.com/kickstart-2026/

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Caregiving is one of the most emotionally demanding roles and one of the most invisible. In this episode of Women in Leadership Talk, Leo Barbe shares how caregiving shaped his life and led him to create Lane, an AI companion built to support caregivers emotionally and practically. This isn’t about replacing human connection. It’s about making sure caregivers don’t face guilt, anxiety, and loneliness alone. Looking for space to pause and realign before the year takes off? Our Vision & Val...