#20 - Nathalie Walton (Expectful App)

Carrie interviews Nathalie Walton, who shares her journey of transforming Expectful, a meditation app for expectant mothers, into a comprehensive wellness platform.   Nathalie discusses her transition from a stable role at Airbnb to co-founding Expectful, raising seed funding within 90 days, and the importance of a structured approach to fundraising.   She candidly addresses challenges in a male-dominated space, the mental health toll on entrepreneurs, and balancing time management with venture capital pressures. Nathalie reflects on the emotional journey of scaling and selling the business in just 28 months, emphasizing self-care, personal boundaries, and the support system required in entrepreneurship.   This inspiring conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice for women in business, entrepreneurs, and those interested in mindset, building, scaling, and selling a business.   02:22 Nathalie's Journey to Expectful 04:14 Taking the Leap: Joining Expectful 05:58 First 90 Days: Rapid Growth and Fundraising 09:23 Building Expectful: Vision and Expansion 11:01 Challenges and Realizations 13:59 Market Realities and Mental Health Toll 15:57 Facing Investor Pressure 16:29 Reflecting on Bootstrapping 17:41 Exploring Strategic Sales 19:43 The Role of a Banker 21:09 Mental Health and Personal Growth 26:19 Closing the Deal 27:53 Life After the Sale 29:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information