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The Mentor Files

Monica Royer

120 episodes

3 weeks ago

In this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Audra Lawlor, the founder of Girl Meets Dirt, a renowned jam company based on Orcas Island. Audra shares her remarkable journey from the fast-paced world of banking in New York City to the serene, community-driven life on Orcas Island. She discusses the pivotal moments that led to her decision to leave her high-powered career, the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a close-knit community, and the dee...

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In this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Audra Lawlor, the founder of Girl Meets Dirt, a renowned jam company based on Orcas Island. Audra shares her remarkable journey from the fast-paced world of banking in New York City to the serene, community-driven life on Orcas Island. She discusses the pivotal moments that led to her decision to leave her high-powered career, the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a close-knit community, and the dee...

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Entrepreneurship

Personal Journals,

Society & Culture

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The Mentor Files

S3 E13: Girl Meets Dirt’s Audra Lawlor on Self-Discovery and Growing Roots

In this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Audra Lawlor, the founder of Girl Meets Dirt, a renowned jam company based on Orcas Island. Audra shares her remarkable journey from the fast-paced world of banking in New York City to the serene, community-driven life on Orcas Island. She discusses the pivotal moments that led to her decision to leave her high-powered career, the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a close-knit community, and the dee...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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S3 E12: Jesse Draper – Halogen Ventures Founding Partner on Flipping the Script as a Venture Capitalist

In this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Jesse Draper, founding partner of Halogen Ventures, to dive deep into the world of venture capital and the unique challenges and successes of investing in female-founded companies. Jesse shares her journey from actress to venture capitalist, her approach to reshaping the future of family through strategic investments, and the importance of changing the narrative for the next generation of female entrepreneurs. Joi...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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S3 E11: Kara Goldin – Hint Water Founder on Accidental Entrepreneurship and Remaining ‘Undaunted’

In this episode of The Mentor Files, Monica Royer sits down with Kara Goldin, the founder of Hint Inc., the company known for its delicious fruit-infused water. Kara shares her remarkable journey from cutting soda out of her diet to creating a multi-million dollar business while balancing the roles of CEO and mother of four. Episode highlights: [03:00] The Birth of Hint Water: Kara discusses her early influences, including her father's work in the health food industry and her own career in t...

1 year ago

45 minutes

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S3 E10: Winnie Park – Forever 21 CEO on Leading with Curiosity and Authenticity

In this powerful episode of The Mentor Files, Monica Royer sits down with Winnie Park, the CEO of Forever 21, to discuss her remarkable journey in the world of fashion and retail, and the personal trials that have shaped her into the leader she is today. Winnie shares insights into her approach to innovation, the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset, and leading with authenticity. She also opens up about her background, the influence of her family, and the challenges of balancing motherho...

1 year ago

49 minutes

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S3 E9: Building a Wellness Empire with Co-Founders of The Fitz Michelle Shetty and Suzie Carroll

In this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Michelle Shetty and Suzie Carroll, co-founders of The Fitz, a medical aesthetic and wellness practice based in Chicago. They discuss the journey from nursing in a clinical setting to entrepreneurship, the importance of aligning values, and the challenges and rewards of starting and growing a successful business. They also touch on the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and the significance of self-car...

1 year ago

41 minutes

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S3 E8: Danielle Brown - Healthy Girl Kitchen on Plant-Based Eating that Fits Your Lifestyle

In this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Danielle Brown, the plant-based living advocate and creator behind Healthy Girl Kitchen. They delve into Danielle's personal journey from a culinary enthusiast to a wellness entrepreneur, her transition to a plant-based diet during college, and how she turned her passion for healthy, easy-to-make food into a thriving social media presence and a successful business. Key Points Discussed: Danielle's early love for cooking an...

1 year ago

42 minutes

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S3 E7: Irene Ortiz-Glass - Finding Your Purpose

Welcome to another episode of The Mentor Files. Today, we are thrilled to have a conversation with an exceptional human and guiding light for many, Irene Ortiz-Glass. In this episode: Discovering Coaching: Irene shares her journey into life coaching, beginning with her early career and moving into an eventual senior partner role. The Impact of Early Experiences: Irene opens up about her personal life, discussing the profound impact of her childhood experiences on her path to becoming a coa...

1 year ago

42 minutes

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S3 E6: Dr. Sonya Bhole - Embracing the Journey in Medicine and Motherhood

In this episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Dr. Sonya Bhole, a breast imaging radiologist at Northwestern Medicine. They dive into a candid conversation about finding one's purpose, the importance of embracing every step of the journey, and how inspiration can strike from the most unexpected places. Key Takeaways: - Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places, including outside of your professional field. - It's important to embrace the journey and not just...

1 year ago

29 minutes

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S3 E5: Catherine McCord - Founder of Weelicious on Simplifying Mealtime for Families

In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of feeding a family. Catherine McCord, the brain behind Weelicious and the author of four game-changing cookbooks, shares her journey from culinary school to becoming a mom, and the creation of Weelicious, a platform designed to empower parents in the kitchen. Catherine emphasizes the importance of making mealtime fun, approachable, and nutritious, especially when dealing with picky eaters or managing a busy schedule. ...

1 year ago

33 minutes

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S3 E4: Manuela Zoninsein - Founder of Kadeya on Building a Sustainable Future and Balancing Motherhood with Entrepreneurship

In this inspiring episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with entrepreneur Manuela Zoninsein, founder and CEO of Kadeya. Manuela delves into the challenges and rewards of motherhood, her experiences living abroad, the importance of building a supportive network as a parent and business owner and her vision to visionary entrepreneur determined to eliminate single-use beverage containers with her innovative company, Kadeya. The sisters-in-law discuss: • Manuela discuss...

1 year ago

39 minutes

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S3 E3: Navyn Salem - Founder of Edesia Nutrition On Tackling Global Malnutrition and Balancing Motherhood

In this deeply impactful episode of The Mentor Files, host Monica Royer sits down with Navyn Salem, the founder of Edesia Nutrition, a non-profit organization on a mission to end malnutrition globally. Navyn shares her journey from being a mom of four to spearheading a global initiative that produces life-saving food products for malnourished children. Tune in to hear Navyn's story of resilience, innovation, and her vision of a world where every child has access to the nutrition they need to ...

1 year ago

38 minutes

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S3 E2: Brian Bloom - Monica + Andy Co-Founder on What Really Matters in a Business Partnership

Join host Monica Royer as she sits down with Brian Bloom, her co-founder of Monica + Andy, to discuss the evolution of their business partnership, the behind-the-scenes of building a brand, and the personal growth they've experienced along the way. From starting as a bachelor with no ties to baby clothes to becoming a father and an integral part of a thriving company, Brian shares his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, parenthood, and the value of a strong business partnership. T...

1 year ago

22 minutes

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S3 E1: Andy Dunn - Author of "Burn Rate" on Bringing His Mental Health Struggle Out of the Shadows

Andy Dunn co-founded Bonobos, a revolutionary menswear e-commerce brand. But, behind the scenes, he was struggling with bipolar disorder. “Here’s the real story of what was going on, which I think was a heckuva lot more interesting than selling pants on the internet,” he tells host Monica Royer—who also happens to be his sister. In this episode of The Mentor Files, Monica Royer sits down with her brother, Andy Dunn, to discuss how his journey with mental health influenced his entrepren...

2 years ago

34 minutes

The Mentor Files

The Mentor Files Returns With Season 3 on November 7th, 2023.

I'm thrilled to announce that The Mentor Files is back for a new season and we're digging deeper than ever before into the story behind the story. As the founder of Monica and Andy, I'm always eager to connect our community with sources of all kinds of inspiration. Join me this season as we hear from entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and experts who are all changing the game. Join Monica as she interviews her brother, and founder of Bonobos, Andy Dunn in episode 1. The Mentor ...

2 years ago

The Mentor Files

89 Nona Lim - CEO and Founder of Nona Lim on Leading An Olympic Team

Learn how Nona Lim started her restaurant-quality food brand, what she brought from her fencing career, and why a great team needs full transparency. "I've always had a passion for food, even if I'm not professionally trained." - Nona Lim. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/89

4 years ago

27 minutes

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88 Sarah Woelfel - Cofounder of CULT Capital on Creating Powerful Partnerships

Listen in to learn how to create a powerful partnership with your investors, and what Sarah Woelfel wants to see in successful CEOs and her own clients. "We specifically designed CULT Capital to be differentiated in the VC growth equity space, and we're really set on creating a new and different investor paradigm." - Sarah Woelfel. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/88

5 years ago

40 minutes

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87 Annie Lawless - Founder of Lawless Beauty on When Opportunity Knocks

Listen in to learn how Annie Lawless started her lifelong love of health and wellness, and why she doesn't hesitate when opportunity knocks. "I've always just been so fascinated with nutrition, ingredients, and the correlation between what we consume and how we look and feel." - Annie Lawless. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/87

5 years ago

43 minutes

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Rerun: 76 David Heath - Founder at Bombas on Never Losing Your Humility

Learn how David Heath and his team innovated on a clothing staple, the unfair advantages he had as an entrepreneur, and how he built his team at Bombas. "You should never lose the humility that it can all turn around in a moment." - David Heath. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/76

5 years ago

35 minutes

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Rerun: 78 Miyoko Schinner - Founder at Miyoko's Kitchen on Just Doing Things

Listen in to learn how Miyoko went from nothing to an in-demand business in less than 6 months, and how she has transformed through her business career. "I don't do all this market research and figure out how to do it right, I just start doing things, and that's how I've done everything in my life." - Miyoko Schinner. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/78

5 years ago

43 minutes

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Rerun: 74 Sarah Flint - Founder at Sarah Flint on Transitioning to DTC

Listen in to learn how Sarah Flint made the transition from wholesale to DTC, how she broke into the luxury shoe industry, and how she developed her team. "There was this huge space in the market for shoes where women wouldn't have to choose between fashion and the functional features that they wanted." - Sarah Flint. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/74

5 years ago

39 minutes