In this episode, host Megan Swan delves into the entrepreneurial journey of Kristine Beese, the CEO of Untangle Money, highlighting her mission to empower women through tailored financial strategies and resources.

Key Points Discussed:

Kristine's Journey: Transition from an unfulfilling engineering career to finance, leading to the inception of her company Untangle Money.

Women in Finance: Addressing unique financial challenges faced by women, including the confidence gap, and societal biases.

Tailored Financial Guidance: Kristine’s approach to educating and empowering women, focusing on long-term strategies and personal financial goals.

Overcoming Judgement: Insights on the common fear of financial judgement and the importance of intentional financial decisions aligned with personal values.

Financial Literacy and Community: Building a supportive community for women to discuss finances openly and without judgment.

Future Plans: Untangle Money’s app launch and upcoming crowdfunding campaign aimed at expanding their services.

TLDR: Kristine Beese shares her inspiring journey and insights into empowering women through financial confidence and knowledge, helping them make intentional, joyful financial decisions.

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Keywords

women’s financial empowerment, financial literacy, entrepreneurial journey, gender financial disparity, personal finance strategies, overcoming financial judgement, intentional spending, financial confidence, societal biases, community building, financial anxiety reduction, long-term financial goals, wellness practices, female founders, financial planning, crowdfunding, financial education, empowering women, personal finance apps.

Curious about angel investing and how to empower women-founded tech ventures? In today's episode, Megan Swan dives into an inspiring conversation with Danielle Graham, exploring her journey and the profound impact of The Firehood.

Key Points Discussed:

The Catalyst: Danielle's journey from developing a women-focused tech accelerator to founding The Firehood.

Supporting Women: How the Firehood empowers diverse female founders and tackles homogeneity in the tech ecosystem.

Angel Investing 101: Understanding the basics, risks, and the importance of diverse inputs in early-stage investing.

Global Vision: The future plans for The Firehood and the shift towards global opportunities.

Practical Advice: Danielle’s insights on why you don’t need to be a multimillionaire to start angel investing and how to get involved.

TLDR: Get inspired by Danielle Graham’s journey of supporting female founders through The Firehood and learn how you can become an angel investor, fostering diverse and innovative ecosystems.

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Connect with Danielle Graham:

Danielle Brewin Graham is a trailblazer in venture capital and angel investing, with a distinct focus on advancing women within the tech industry. As the General Partner at Phoenix Fire and Co-Founder of The Firehood, an innovative angel-stage VC fund and network, she is dedicated to propelling women-led tech startups to the forefront of the industry. Her strategic investments in emerging tech companies, coupled with advisory roles at notable institutions such as ventureLAB, Brampton Venture Zone, and Foresight, have solidified her reputation as a leader in this space.

Danielle's extensive experience spans technology and entrepreneurship, where she has played a crucial role in scaling groundbreaking enterprises throughout Canada. Her leadership in the Ready 4 Market initiative at the Ontario Centres of Innovation, her consultancy in Human Capital at Deloitte, and her management of the Women in Tech Program at Communitech all underscore her deep-rooted expertise. As the founder of the Fierce Founders Programs, Canada’s first accelerator specifically designed for women entrepreneurs over a decade ago, she has established herself as a transformative figure in the industry. She has a deep academic background, including an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University, an MA from Dalhousie University, and a BA from Trinity College, University of Toronto.

https://firehood.net/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebrewingraham/

Connect with Megan Swan:

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http://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness

www.meganswanwellness.com

Keywords

angel investing, female founders, The Firehood, tech accelerator, diverse perspectives, venture capital, entrepreneurial support, early-stage investing, global venture opportunities, community engagement, women empowerment, investing basics, risk management, ecosystem building, Danielle Graham, Megan Swan, angel network, investment strategy, startup culture, international growth, entrepreneurship, financial education.

Feeling overwhelmed by the pace of life and struggling to prioritize your wellness? In today's solo episode, Megan Swan gives us actionable steps to regain control over our health and thrive in 2025.

Key Points Discussed:

• Taking Control: The importance of taking back your agency in wellness.
• Strategic Nutrition: How to incorporate nutrient-dense, whole foods into your daily routine.
• Sleep Optimization: Simple yet effective tips to improve the quality of your sleep.
• Mindful Movement: The benefits of integrating mindful movement into everyday activities.

TLDR: Boost your wellness by focusing on strategic nutrition, sleep optimization, and mindful movement. Small, intentional changes can set the foundation for a healthier, more empowered life.

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www.meganswanwellness.com

Keywords:

wellness agency, strategic nutrition, sleep optimization, mindful movement, lifestyle changes, holistic health, female founders, nutrient-dense snacks, bedtime routine, movement mindfulness, emotional triggers, health empowerment, daily wellness habits, holiday health tips, 2025 wellness goals, wellness accelerator, Megan Swan wellness, yoga practices, self-awareness, restorative yoga, intentional breathing, nutrition hacks, quality sleep, energy boost, physical health, wellness goals.