The Purpose Profit Shift

In this episode of Purpose Profit Shift, host Rachel Bernier Green sits down with Iris Nichole Patterson, a remarkable entrepreneur and cancer survivor who turned her adversities into a thriving healthcare empire. Iris shares her incredible journey, from becoming a teen mother to surviving stage 4 cancer, building a $1.6 million healthcare business, Chicago Integrated Health, which offers community-driven wellness services. Iris discusses her journey of self-discovery, the power of curiosity, and how she leveraged her personal experiences to create impactful solutions in health and wellness, all while maintaining her commitment to serving her community.

Iris Nichole Patterson is an entrepreneur, stage-4 cancer survivor, and founder of Chicago Integrated Health, a family-owned wellness practice that offers personal training, nutrition coaching, and massage therapy services. Iris’s entrepreneurial journey began when she formulated hair care products in her kitchen, eventually landing them in Whole Foods. Her company now employs 50 staff members and has expanded to include various health and wellness services. Iris is passionate about improving the health of her community, particularly by providing high-quality care to those in need, including Medicaid and Medicare recipients.

Expect to Learn

• Iris’s journey from being a teen mother to building a $1.6 million business in the healthcare industry.
• How she overcame challenges such as being told she couldn’t succeed and transitioned from survival mode to thriving in entrepreneurship.
• The power of curiosity and how Iris’s love for research led her to create products like Iris Botanicals.
• Insights on maintaining a holistic health approach, especially after surviving stage 4 colon cancer.
• How Chicago Integrated Health is revolutionizing the healthcare space by offering services to Medicaid and Medicare recipients and prioritizing staff wellness.

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

• [00:00:00] - Introduction to Iris Nichole Patterson
• [00:04:02] - The Struggles of Becoming a Teen Mother
• [00:12:08] - Building Iris Botanicals and Getting Into Whole Foods
• [00:22:58] - The Impact of Stage 4 Colon Cancer on Iris's Perspective
• [00:30:01] - How Iris Created a Healthcare Environment
• [00:39:45] - The Importance of Western Medicine
• [00:40:55] - The Role of Chemotherapy in Changing Perspective.
• [00:49:32] - Quality Drugs with Health Insurance
• [00:57:59] - Advice for other Entrepreneurs
• [01:00:07] - Closing Thoughts: Talk to the 16-year-old teen mom

Follow the Guest

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irispatterson/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irisnichole/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irisnicholepatterson/
• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/irisnicholepatterson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=56914a5f-1a73-4705-99f3-ca85ce051950
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ThriveEmbracingLifeAfterCancer
• Email: [email protected]
• Company’s Website: https://www.integratedhealthchicago.com/
• Company’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicagointegratedhealth/?hl=en
• Company’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagointegratedhealth?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Follow the Host

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelberniergreen/
• Website: www.instagram.com/jointhryvo/
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/jointhryvo/
• LinkedIn (Company): www.linkedin.com/company/jointhryvo/
• Twitter/X: x.com/jointhryvo
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/jointhryvo

Listening Links:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kmrlBqo4QHftlfmqo2Q32
• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-purpose-profit-shift/id1829627732
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PurposeProfitShift

In this episode of The Purpose Profit Shift, host Rachel Bernier Green is joined by Rendel Solomon, a former managing director in private equity who pivoted to become a purpose-driven entrepreneur after the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Rendel shares his journey from corporate success to his commitment to democratizing wealth and fostering racial equity through finance. He discusses his ventures, including InHeirit, an AI-driven estate planning platform, and One Stock-One Future, an initiative to turn youth into shareholders. The conversation explores the intersection of systemic change, sustainable revenue, and the entrepreneurial spirit.

Rendel Solomon is a Chicago-based entrepreneur, financial activist, and advocate for wealth democratization. After spending 13 years in private equity, where he rose to the position of managing director, Rendel left his lucrative career in 2020 to pursue racial equity through finance. He co-founded InHeirit, an AI estate planning platform, and One Stock-One Future, a program that gives youth the opportunity to become public company shareholders. Rendel is also a TEDx speaker and has received numerous accolades for his work in financial literacy and racial justice.

Expect to Learn

• The story behind Rendel’s transition from private equity to purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
• How InHeirit is disrupting the estate planning industry by making the process more affordable and accessible.
• The impact of One Stock-One Future and how it empowers youth by turning them into shareholders.
• Insights into the challenges of balancing capitalism with anti-oppression efforts.
• How Rendel navigates the tension between systemic change and generating sustainable revenue for his businesses.

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

• [00:00:00] - Introduction
• [00:05:07] - Rendel’s Story
• [00:22:30] - Rejecting Hustle Culture
• [00:30:09] - Quick Early Career Story
• [00:35:34] - How InHeirit is Solving Problems
• [00:42:16] - One Stock One Future - Navigating the Tensions
• [00:52:53] - The First Step
• [00:58:44] - Vision for a Truly Equitable Economy
• [01:09:10] - Learning is a Journey
• [01:12:03] - Closing Thoughts: Connect with Rendel and The Ongoing Journey of Purpose Profit Shift

Follow the Guest

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rendelsolomon/
• Website:https://linktr.ee/Rendelsolomon
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rendel_solomon/?hl=en
• X: https://x.com/RendelSolomon
• Company’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getInHeirit/
• Company’s Website: https://www.getInHeirit.com/who-we-are

Follow the Host

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelberniergreen/
• Website: www.instagram.com/jointhryvo/
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/jointhryvo/
• LinkedIn (Company): www.linkedin.com/company/jointhryvo/
• Twitter/X: x.com/jointhryvo
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/jointhryvo

Listening Links:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kmrlBqo4QHftlfmqo2Q32
• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-purpose-profit-shift/id1829627732
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PurposeProfitShift

Welcome to The Purpose Profit Shift, the podcast that’s reshaping how we think about business success. Hosted by Rachel E. Bernier-Green, MST - social entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of EJ Consortium - this show explores what happens when purpose and profit move together.

In each episode, Rachel sits down with visionary founders, bold investors, and community change-makers who are building thriving businesses rooted in equity and impact. They share real stories, hard-won lessons, and the strategies behind building operations that uplift communities, close wealth gaps, and grow without losing sight of values.

If you're ready to scale responsibly, lead with intention, and transform the way business is done, this is your place.

Subscribe now and join the movement toward a more just, sustainable, and profitable future. New episode coming soon.