Nathaly Ortega’s journey is one of resilience, vision, and relentless ambition. From facing a traumatic childhood in South America to building a new life and career in Europe, Nathaly has carved her own path as an architect, model, master’s student, and founder of Founders Club London.
In this episode of Kasa Connect, she opens up about overcoming dyslexia, balancing multiple passions, and creating a supportive community for entrepreneurs. Nathaly shares insights on resilience, visualization, work-life balance, and the importance of building authentic networks.
Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a student juggling big dreams, or someone seeking inspiration to push through setbacks, Nathaly’s story will give you the tools and motivation to keep moving forward.
(00:00) Nathaly’s family tragedy & childhood challenges
(00:26) Introduction & Nathaly’s journey overview
(01:00) Moving to Europe & her mother’s reinvention
(02:46) Overcoming dyslexia & building perseverance
(05:00) Architecture ambitions & career purpose
(05:38) Launching Founders Club London
(06:29) The founder mindset & struggles
(07:26) Bikini modeling & lessons in discipline
(08:31) Master’s studies, Saudi projects & big ambitions
(09:27) Burnout, relationships & balance in life
(11:15) A day in Nathaly’s life
(12:53) Growing Founders Club community
(15:39) Work-life balance & prioritisation
(17:21) Family as a priority & future vision
(18:27) Biggest challenge: finding focus & goals
(20:36) Women in male-dominated spaces
(22:14) Confidence & self-belief
(23:11) Vision boards & manifestation
(26:15) Focus, meditation & productivity habits
(28:29) The value of range & multiple interests
(29:47) Advice for aspiring founders
(30:56) Overcoming financial barriers
(32:00) Coffee talk & Founders Club invitation