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#88 - Mei Lee: Blending Ancient Practice with Modern Applications

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What happens when you blend ancient wisdom with modern science? Meet Mei Lee, a powerhouse entrepreneur who retired from a 30-year career in finance to follow her passion for natural healing and skincare. Growing up in Hong Kong, Mei watched her father practice traditional Chinese medicine, instilling in her a deep respect for holistic wellness. 

After years as an avid tennis player, the sun took a toll on her skin, leading her back to her roots. She founded Ageless Zen, merging herbal healing with cutting-edge research to create a skincare line that’s as effective as it is natural. But Mei didn’t stop there—she built a technology platform to help others launch their own skincare brands and launched the Ageless Zen Community Partnership to give back. In this episode, Mei shares the differences between Eastern and Western medicine, the power of persistence in entrepreneurship, and why integrity is non-negotiable. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about reinvention, resilience, and giving back.


Connect with Mei & Ageless Zen:

Ageless Zen Website – Explore and shop the products.

Ageless Zen Community Partnership – Support an organization or become a partner.


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    • Key Episode Takeaways:

    • Eastern medicine focuses on natural healing with fewer side effects, a philosophy Mei built Ageless Zen on.
    • After 30 years in finance, Mei embraced a new passion—creating a skincare line rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and scientific research.
    • She’s personally tested her products for five years, ensuring top quality and effectiveness.
    • Entrepreneurship is a long game—don’t quit, and surround yourself with a supportive community.
    • Integrity is everything. She’s committed to making sure her products actually work!
    • Mei’s Circle of Giving Foundation and Ageless Zen Community Partnership support important causes like metastatic breast cancer awareness and community fundraising.
    • Failure isn’t an end—it’s a business opportunity. Mei’s optimism helps her take risks and keep going.

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