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This week, Jessica sits down with Hannelyn Perez, the innovative force behind SpeechBuddy – a groundbreaking platform transforming how we approach language and communication skills development.
Hannelyn's Journey
First-generation Latina experience and the values that shaped her pathMilitary service and how her veteran experience influences her leadership styleHer calling to speech pathology and identifying gaps in accessibilityBalancing cultural heritage with professional ambitionsThe "aha moment" that led to creating a patent-pending technologyTransforming screen time from passive entertainment to educational empowermentThe challenges of navigating the tech startup landscape as a Latina founderBuilding a product with both free and premium versions to ensure accessibility
Speech Pathology Through a Cultural Lens
How cultural backgrounds influence communication needs and approachesCreating inclusive solutions that work across diverse communitiesThe Partner Program empowering fellow speech pathologistsAddressing language barriers that often prevent families from accessing needed services
Meeting Communities Where They Are
Hannelyn's mission to make quality speech therapy accessible to underserved populationsLeveraging technology to overcome time and resource limitationsThe importance of culturally competent communication toolsExpansion plans for SpeechBuddyVision for revolutionizing speech therapy accessibilityAdvice for other Latina entrepreneurs entering the tech and healthcare spaceHow listeners can support the mission and access SpeechBuddy resourcesWebsite: GetSpeechBuddy.comInstagram: @GetSpeechBuddy
The Wine & Chisme Podcast celebrates the diverse journeys of professionals, artists, and changemakers across communities of color. Join host Jessica Yañez for unfiltered conversations about career, culture, and transformation—all paired with exceptional wine and authentic chisme.