In this episode, our host, Kristina Chapple interviews Alle Breuer, COO at Network Ventures. Ale shares her entrepreneurial journey, starting with her tech-enabled brick-and-mortar consumer business called Ezza Nails. She emphasizes the importance of resilience and discusses the challenges and lessons learned from winding down her startup. Here are some key topics discussed in the episode: 1. Ale's entrepreneurial journey and the inspiration behind starting Ezza Nails. 2. Challenges faced as a female founder 3. The role of mentors and the importance of long-lasting relationships. 4. The power of resilience in the face of unexpected challenges. 5. Transitioning from entrepreneurship to venture capital. 6. Cultivating resilience and finding balance in life. Key Takeaways: 1. Resilience is not innate but earned through hard work and facing challenges. 2. Seek support from a community of individuals who have experienced similar challenges. 3. Sustainable happiness and creating balance in life are crucial. 4. Longevity in relationships with mentors and supporters is important. 5. Effective communication is key in high-stakes situations. I highly recommend listening to this episode to gain valuable insights and be inspired by Ale's journey. You can find the episode on your favorite podcast platform. Follow Ale on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrabreuer/ Hosted by Kristina Chapple - ⁠kristina@11tribes.vc⁠ Learn more about 11 Tribes Ventures at ⁠https://11tribes.vc⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to stay updated on future episodes! Thank you for being a valued subscriber to The Resilient Founder Podcast. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy this new episode!