#25 Nicole Boyd: Fashion Meets Tech - A Founders Journey

Diaries of a Boss Babe

Join us for an inspiring conversation with tech founder and fashion guru Nicole Boyd, the powerhouse behind the innovative startup Prept. She's a corporate career woman, mama and founder of an innovative new spin on finding your style. Prept is an app that gives you personalized style selections to fit your fashion eye from small female owned boutiques. SAY LESS, right? Nicole’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping women rise together. In this episode, we explore her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the evolution of her business, and the transformative power of sisterhood.

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Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

• Entrepreneurial Lessons: Discover how Nicole navigated her corporate career while launching her fashion startup, Prept, and the challenges she faced developing a tech-driven business.
• Empowering Women: Learn how Prept is solving shopping challenges for women and boosting confidence in fashion choices.
• Mentorship and Sisterhood: Hear about the role of mentorship in Nicole’s journey and how building connections and community can lead to collective success.
• Motherhood and Business: Gain insights into navigating the emotional and logistical challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship.
• Mindset and Resilience: Nicole shares how learning from mistakes and embracing a growth mindset have fueled her success.

Nicole Boyd’s energy is contagious, and her passion for empowering women is woven into every part of this conversation. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, or simply someone looking for inspiration to take your next big step, this episode is packed with practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you thrive.

💬 Key Topics Discussed:

• Building a problem-solving culture within your organization.
• The importance of time management and clear communication in relationships.
• Establishing routines for success while leaving room for play and creativity.
• Trusting your instincts as a parent and leader.
• Overcoming funding challenges and scaling a business through teamwork.
• Networking, mentorship, and supporting women as a community.

Listen now to hear Nicole’s unique insights and practical advice! Share this episode with women in your sisterhood who inspire you and who could use a little inspiration!

To learn more about your host, Katelyn Gerhardt:

Cultivate with KG: Katelyn is a business coach, consultant and speaker specializing in help women build their empire as a fierce and loving woman! She helps you bridge the gap between where you are now and where you dream to be. With a focus on building the woman who makes her daydreams a reality, she helps you get crystal clear on what you want and helps you implement the plan to get there one step at a time. If you're looking to start or build a business, grow your team, expand, hire, or create an intentional company culture; let's do it. She's helped hundreds of women master their time so they can build the life they desire. She offers self paced courses, 1:1 coaching and workshops!

Independence Academy: In 2015, Katelyn co-founded Independence Academy a private Montessori and Reggio inspired school serving children 2 yrs through elementary. Sitting on 13 acres, Independence Academy is a place where children are immersed in nature and are taking back their childhood. With a team of 30+ women, (and her smokin' hot and oh so wise husband), Katelyn's mission is to create a ripple affect that will impact the lives of the children that attend, their families, and her team to give them skills and a mindset that will forever serve them on their journey.

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