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Mission and Motherhood
The Mission and Motherhood Podcast fires up Mompreneurs to embrace their business and motherhood by sharing stories of pioneering women who created a life that allows both to successfully co-exist. This is the only podcast for Mompreneurs who want to learn how to thrive in all aspects of their work and life in one place. Unlike other podcasts that do this differently, this podcast gives equal energy to developing both the ambitious career woman and mother. No more business podcasts that assume you work like you have no kids and parenting podcasts that assume you parent like you don’t work! Here’s the truth, you can do both without burning out. Let me show you how!
Mission and Motherhood
From Pharmacist to CEO: The Inspirational Journey of Nina Farzin, Founder of Oogiebear
Ever wondered who’s the mastermind behind Oogiebear? Well, I had the pleasure of chatting with Nina Farzin, the CEO and creative force behind it all. Let me tell you, she’s got quite the story to share! From her humble beginnings as a concerned mother searching for safe solutions for her children to skyrocketing success in major retailers like Amazon and Walmart, Nina’s entrepreneurial journey is a testament to perseverance and innovation.
In this episode, you’ll:
- Hear how Nina’s background in pharmaceuticals paved the way for her entrepreneurial venture.
- Learn about the creation of Oogiebear and its mission to provide safe and effective baby care products.
- Gain insights into Nina’s journey through Shark Tank and how it shaped the future of Oogiebear.
- Discover the importance of family and quality time, as Nina shares personal anecdotes from her life.
Tune in to this inspiring conversation with Nina Farzin to uncover the secrets behind Oogiebear’s success and the woman driving its growth and success. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, laugh, and be inspired!
Bio: Nina Farzin is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Oogiebear. Farzin built Oogiebear from the ground up, as a mother looking for a safe, comfortable, sanitary solution for her babies. She is responsible for company management, product design and development, and brand marketing. She founded the company in 2015. Sales increased quickly as Oogiebear started selling in major retailers including Amazon, Walmart, Nordstrom, Target, babylist, BuyBuyBaby, FSA, HEB, and Vitacost.
Farzin is a seasoned medical professional with over 20 years of experience at pharmaceutical leader American Regent. Her performance contributed to skyrocketing revenues and won her accolades and awards. She is a savvy communicator, successful salesperson, strategic innovator, expert negotiator, and thoughtful inventor. Through her work, she gained confidence, skills, and understanding that largely influenced how she operates Oogiebear today.
Farzin, a graduate of Howard University with a Pharm. D., takes pride in her Iranian background, having been born in Tehran and immigrating to the US as a child, shortly before the Iranian Revolution. She, along with her husband Sina, cherishes spending quality time with their three children, often engaging in outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and traveling, prioritizing family moments and making them memorable.
Resources:
- Alignment Meeting Template: https://mailchi.mp/lesleeowen/unlock-your-business-and-household-success
- Keep up with Nina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-farzin-b0a46714b/
- Find her products: https://oogiebear.com/
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