Today we’re chatting with Simone Bernstein, founder of barre3 Brookline and Spark Permanent Jewelry—two women-led brands built on creativity, community, and resilience. In this episode, Simone shares how she went from college graduate to fitness studio owner, what it was like to open a second studio just before the pandemic, and how shutting it down—and navigating a traumatic subtenant experience—taught her to protect her energy and put herself first.

We also dive into the explosive success of Spark, her permanent jewelry brand that made back its investment in just one month. Simone opens up about her mental health journey, how she’s redefining what success looks like, and why connection with other women in business is at the heart of everything she builds. Her story is raw, honest, and packed with wisdom for any founder facing hard pivots or fresh starts.

Barre3 Brookline: https://barre3.com/studio-locations/brookline

Spark by Simone: https://www.sparkbysimone.com/

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