In the premiere episode of Core and Commerce, host Perry Howell sits down with Lauren Dovey, founder of Heat Healer and CEAN, to explore the intersection of ambition, mental health, and physical wellbeing. Lauren shares her journey from a creative, competitive childhood to building science-backed wellness brands that have caught the attention of celebrities and everyday consumers alike.
We discuss Lauren’s early influences, her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and the personal health challenges that inspired her to innovate in the wellness space. Lauren opens up about the realities of burnout, the importance of self-care, and how motherhood shaped her business vision. She also dives into the science behind her products, the impact of celebrity endorsements, and the evolution of her brand from functional wellness to fashion-forward innovation.
The conversation covers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, the power of manifestation, and the importance of building supportive networks—especially for women in business. Rapid-fire questions reveal Lauren’s take on wellness trends, her favorite products, and her vision for the future.
Whether you’re a founder, wellness enthusiast, or just curious about the stories behind the brands you love, this episode offers inspiration, actionable insights, and a candid look at what it means to be seen—both in business and in life.
Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to Core and Commerce
00:22 – Guest Introduction: Lauren Dovey, Founder of Heat Healer & CEAN
01:06 – Childhood Creativity and Early Hobbies
02:11 – Competitive Edge and Skiing
03:19 – High School, University, and Early Jobs
06:35 – Corporate Life, Burnout, and Transition to Entrepreneurship
10:03 – Wellness Journey, PCOS, and Motherhood
11:47 – Sauna Inspiration and Founding Heat Healer
19:36 – Building Brands: Science, Product Development, and Celebrity Endorsement
27:41 – Launching CEAN: From Product to Fashion Brand
28:44 – Lymphatic Leggings, Wearable Wellness, and Body Inclusivity
31:46 – Advice for Women Entrepreneurs and Building a Support Network
41:58 – Tall Poppy Syndrome, LA vs. Australia, and Community
44:06 – Starting a Brand: Validation, Audience, and Perfectionism
49:00 – Rapid Fire: Wellness Trends and Tips
51:03 – Final Thoughts, Manifestation, and Episode Close
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Core & Commerce is the space where ambition meets wellbeing. Hosted by Perry Howell, marketing leader, wellness founder, and media powerhouse - and inspired by her own journey of redefining success, balance, and health. Bringing realness to wellness, each episode goes deep in raw, vulnerable conversations with the founders, creators, and innovators moving the wellness world forward.
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