This week on Inspire + Move, I’m joined by the incredibly driven and inspiring Hailey Brown! Hailey is athlete, entrepreneur, and founder of Sleek by Hailey. From competing on the world stage with Team Canada and playing D1 basketball at the University of Michigan, to launching a mission-driven business rooted in diversity and representation, Hailey’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, vision, and purpose. We unpack the powerful intersection of athletic discipline and entrepreneurship, and Hailey shares what it really takes to stay committed to your vision, even when the path forward isn’t easy or clear. Her reflections on self-belief, authenticity, and building a brand from scratch will resonate with anyone navigating their own purpose-driven journey.

Tune in to hear more about:
• What it takes to go from national athlete to entrepreneur, and how Hailey trusted her gut over the safe path.
• How Sleek by Hailey was born from lived experience and the desire to see more diversity in the hair industry.
• The mindset shift from athlete to business owner and why grace, patience, and authenticity are huge qualities to learn.
• What it really looks like to build something from scratch in a space that’s often glamorized but rarely shown in full.
• Why community, confidence, and connection are at the heart of Hailey’s story and success.

This episode is full of insights and honest reflections on showing up for yourself, standing tall in your vision, and creating from a place of purpose. I would love it if you could share it with a friend or post a screenshot of the episode & tag us on Instagram @alliarruda and @haileyyy.brown, and let us know what resonated with you most. We love hearing your takeaways and supporting your journey!

Catch the rest of our convo in part 2 here!

Hailey’s Links:
@haileyyy.brown
@sleekbyhailey

https://www.sleekbyhailey.com/

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