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In this episode of Badass Women in Business, hosts Aggie and Cristy are joined by Valentina Milanova, founder and CEO of Daye. Valentina shares her journey from studying law and business to pioneering innovation in gynecological health. She discusses the challenges women face in securing venture funding, especially in healthcare, and highlights Daye's groundbreaking work in developing CBD tampons and diagnostic products that support women's health in accessible and effective ways. Valentina’s candid discussion of the obstacles in women’s health innovation, along with her inspiring approach to team management and social impact, offers a unique look into the femtech space and the importance of creating products that genuinely support women's well-being.

Show Notes

• Introduction: Valentina Milanova, founder of Daye, shares her mission to innovate gynecological health.
• Founding Daye: Valentina's health experiences led to creating solutions for women’s health gaps.
• CBD Tampons: Discusses Daye’s CBD-infused tampons for natural menstrual pain relief.
• FemTech Challenges: Funding disparities faced by female founders in healthcare innovation.
• Diagnostic Tampons: Daye’s product screens for STIs, HPV, and vaginal health issues to boost access to preventive care.
• Leadership Insights: Valentina’s focus on supportive, intuitive team-building.
• Sustainability: Daye is a B Corp and carbon-neutral, partnering with organizations for social impact.
• Future Vision: Researching the vaginal microbiome to advance health solutions and reduce stigma.

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In this episode of the Badass Women in Business podcast, we talk with Shannon Diesch, CEO and co-founder of Quarter, a pioneering platform that redefines real estate investment through equity-based co-ownership and tokenization. Shannon discusses Quarter's mission to make homeownership accessible to Millennials, Gen Z, and financially underserved communities. By allowing investments in owner-occupied real estate, Quarter provides affordable housing options and financial stability, paving the way for a fresh approach to property ownership.

Shannon shares her journey as a young entrepreneur, the challenges of leading a mission-driven company, and her strategies to balance investor interests with housing affordability. She also highlights how Quarter enables investors to engage in real estate with minimal management responsibilities, receiving returns without the upkeep concerns typical in property investments.

Show Notes

• Introduction – Meet Shannon Diesch, CEO of Quarter, and explore the platform’s goal of accessible homeownership through innovative real estate models.
• Equity-Based Co-Ownership – Shannon explains how Quarter's model supports affordable home financing, creating real estate investment opportunities for underrepresented groups.
• Personal Story and Mission – Hear Shannon’s backstory and the motivations that led her to champion housing stability and financial freedom.
• Investor Perspective – Learn how Quarter provides investors a hands-off, pooled investment option with monthly returns and property appreciation without direct property management.
• Tokenization and Technology – Insights into Quarter's use of blockchain technology to simplify real estate transactions and broaden investor accessibility.
• CEO Challenges and Growth – Shannon opens up about her experience leading a purpose-driven company, balancing investor needs with the platform’s core mission.
• Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs – Shannon’s advice on staying mission-focused and the importance of a strong support network when facing entrepreneurial challenges.
• How to Connect – Learn more about investing or exploring homeownership with Quarter.

Connect with Shannon and Quarter

• Website: Quarter
• LinkedIn: Quarter
• X (formerly Twitter): @LiveQuarter

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In this episode, Badass Women in Business welcomes Diana Khan, a Maryland-based attorney and entrepreneur who leads seven interconnected businesses, including DK Law Group. Diana talks with Aggie and Cristy about managing multiple roles with efficiency and a no-nonsense approach. She breaks down her strategy of “pivot and triage”—her process for prioritizing and adapting daily. Diana also shares her take on unconventional hiring practices, finding the right team fit by focusing on strengths over traditional job titles.

Reflecting on past partnerships, Diana outlines what she's learned about setting boundaries and clear expectations to make collaborations sustainable. Finally, she gives advice on staying focused and motivated through self-assessment and learning to let go of expectations that don’t align with personal values.

Show Notes:

• Guest Introduction: Diana Khan, attorney and owner of seven vertically integrated businesses
• Pivot and Triage: Practical strategies for managing a demanding workload
• Hiring for Fit: Why Diana emphasizes strengths and flexibility over rigid job descriptions
• Partnership Insights: Learning the importance of setting boundaries and aligning goals
• Personal Growth: Diana’s approach to defining success and adapting to change

Where to Connect with Diana:

• DK Law Group
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• TikTok
• Instagram

Keep up with more content from Aggie and Cristy here:

• Facebook: Empowered Women Leaders
• Instagram: @badass_women_in_business
• LinkedIn: ProveHer - Badass Women in Business
• Website: Badasswomeninbusinesspodcast.com