On this week's episode of the She Geeks Out podcast, we chat with Denielle Finkelstein and Thyme Sullivan, cousins and co-founders who also lead their company as Co-CEOs. We explore the unique challenges and rewards of managing a business with family. Our discussion also covers important topics such as access to period products and the challenges of fundraising as women entrepreneurs. Kicking off the episode, we examine the significance of May Day and its impact on workers' rights.
[00:00:45] Co-CEO relationships and family dynamics.
[00:06:36] The 40-hour work week.
[00:08:05] Interview starts.
[00:08:13] Unique name stories
[00:12:40] Impactful female-focused bathroom product.
[00:17:49] Men as allies in innovation.
[00:20:41] Choosing the name "Unicorn."
[00:23:15] Magic in the bathroom.
[00:25:50] Unconventional marketing strategies.
[00:31:33] Upgraded to twin beds.
[00:33:53] Period poverty.
[00:39:25] Workplace health and performance.
[00:42:11] Workplace challenges and perceptions.
[00:44:54] Gender-neutral bathrooms.
[00:50:16] Ownership and Business Decisions.
[00:53:31] Certification challenges and humor.
[00:57:40] Women in professional poker.
[00:59:31] Legacy of period product accessibility.
[01:02:16] Free code for courses.
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