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Dietitian-turned-Founder Loreen Wales never planned to become an entrepreneur. But after years of watching patients struggle with preventable chronic diseases, she knew something had to change. That conviction led her to build My Viva, a clinical-grade lifestyle platform designed to transform the way people manage their health. In this episode, Loreen shares how she turned frustration into innovation, how she learned to raise capital with confidence, and why her belief in better patient care has never wavered.
She also opens up about the personal cost and the courage it takes to build something that truly matters. From sleepless nights and family sacrifices to the lessons she’s learned about leadership, resilience, and self trust, Loreen’s story is a powerful reminder that transformation starts with conviction, and that the hardest journeys often lead to the most meaningful impact.
About Loreen Wales
Loreen Wales is the Founder and CEO of My Viva, a clinical grade lifestyle platform helping people manage and prevent chronic disease through personalized, evidence based care. A registered dietician and lifelong advocate for better patient outcomes, Loreen spent years in the healthcare system watching preventable illnesses take too many lives. Determined to make a change, she turned her frustration into action and built a platform designed to transform how people take charge of their health.
Known for her humble confidence, tenacity, and deep empathy, Loreen leads with conviction and care. She’s as passionate about empowering patients as she is about supporting her team, her family, and the growing community of innovators reimagining what healthcare can be.
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By Leah SarichDietitian-turned-Founder Loreen Wales never planned to become an entrepreneur. But after years of watching patients struggle with preventable chronic diseases, she knew something had to change. That conviction led her to build My Viva, a clinical-grade lifestyle platform designed to transform the way people manage their health. In this episode, Loreen shares how she turned frustration into innovation, how she learned to raise capital with confidence, and why her belief in better patient care has never wavered.
She also opens up about the personal cost and the courage it takes to build something that truly matters. From sleepless nights and family sacrifices to the lessons she’s learned about leadership, resilience, and self trust, Loreen’s story is a powerful reminder that transformation starts with conviction, and that the hardest journeys often lead to the most meaningful impact.
About Loreen Wales
Loreen Wales is the Founder and CEO of My Viva, a clinical grade lifestyle platform helping people manage and prevent chronic disease through personalized, evidence based care. A registered dietician and lifelong advocate for better patient outcomes, Loreen spent years in the healthcare system watching preventable illnesses take too many lives. Determined to make a change, she turned her frustration into action and built a platform designed to transform how people take charge of their health.
Known for her humble confidence, tenacity, and deep empathy, Loreen leads with conviction and care. She’s as passionate about empowering patients as she is about supporting her team, her family, and the growing community of innovators reimagining what healthcare can be.
Resources discussed in this episode:
The Founder Mindset is Sponsored By:
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Contact Thin Air Labs:
Contact Loreen Wales:
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.