Welcome to another empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," where we dive into the world of tech leadership and explore the unique challenges faced by women in the industry. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Michele Wispelwey, a strategic healthcare executive and passionate advocate for women's health.
Join us as Michele shares her incredible journey of forging her path in a male-dominated field and how her experiences have shaped her mission to empower women in tech leadership. She sheds light on the gaps in women's healthcare and discusses the specific challenges faced by women in their professional lives, including the lack of menopause benefits offered by corporations.
In this episode, we also delve into Michele's groundbreaking venture, FemGevity, a digital telemedicine platform designed to cater to the unique needs of women, especially during the menopause transition. Michele shares how FemGevity is transforming women's health by providing custom concierge care and addressing the gaps in menopause benefits, ultimately empowering women in tech leadership to manage their health and well-being effectively.
Through our conversation with Michele, we aim to inspire and equip women in tech leadership with the knowledge and tools to overcome obstacles, prioritize their health, and achieve their fullest potential. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned professional, this episode offers invaluable insights and actionable tips to help you navigate your career journey in the tech industry.
Key Takeaways:

Women need access to customized concierge care for menopause and feminine longevity.
Hormonal changes during menopause can impact women's careers and overall well-being.
Doubting oneself and comparing to others can hinder personal and professional growth.
Building relationships and finding mentors who believe in your potential is crucial for success.
The future of women's healthcare includes automation, DNA analysis, and predictive medicine.

Michele was most recently the Director Of Women's Health Services, where she spearheaded the development of women's health programs in molecular diagnostics, genetics, and cytology. She has achieved success within top-ranked institutions such as Labcorp & Quest Diagnostics. Renowned as a resource, mentor, and strategist, Michele collaborates with various organizations and healthcare leaders to initiate change, improve patient access, and update stagnant processes and programs. Her comprehensive understanding of the diagnostic landscape has enabled Michele to become a visionary leader in the femtech and digital healthcare industry.
In 2022 she founded FemGevity, a digital telemedicine platform that offers women access to custom concierge care for menopause & feminine longevity. As a co-founder of a pioneering women's telemedicine start-up, she brings 18 years of experience implementing women's health initiatives and a relentless passion for driving innovation in the femtech and women's consumer health sectors. Michele's mission is to create solutions that empower women to take control of their well-being and achieve their fullest potential.
Michele has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of healthcare organizations, research institutions, and diagnostic companies nationally and has collaborated with some of the most distinguished women's health physicians in the Northeast to identify opportunities for growth and create actionable solutions for complex challenges. She has been committed to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and empowering women to make data-driven decisions.

Follow Michele on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-wispelwey/
Learn more about Femgevity: https://www.femgevityhealth.com/
Instagram: @femgevity
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femgevityhealth/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FemGevity

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