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How Leslie Bailey Built Maven Space, Then Shut It Down on Her Own Terms | Epi 75
OWN YOUR BRAND SHOW with Victoria Odekomaya
This episode dives into the honest and powerful story of Leslie Bailey, co founder and CEO of Indy Maven and former owner of Maven Space, a women focused community and co working space in Indianapolis. Leslie shares how Indy Maven grew from a simple idea and a newsletter into a real community that carried women through the isolation of the pandemic, and how listening to what women were asking for shaped everything that came next.
From launching a physical space to carrying the weight of a fifteen thousand square foot venue, Leslie opens up about the pressure of overhead, the reality of dipping into savings, and the mental health toll that came with constant responsibility. She talks about the moment she realized she needed to slow down, the hard decision to close Maven Space, and why choosing a necessary ending can still be a powerful and successful choice.
For founders, community builders, and women leaders, this conversation is a masterclass in redefining success on your own terms. We talk about the importance of support systems, why your life circumstances matter as much as your business plan, and how visibility, boundaries, and rest all work together. Leslie also shares how she is rebuilding around what lights her up now, including Indy Maven, paid speaking, and her Magnetic Maven mastermind.
Hit play, share this with a friend who is carrying a lot on her shoulders, and let this episode remind you that you have more power to choose your path than you think.
🔗 Connect with Leslie
🌐 Website: https://indymaven.com/
📧 Email: leslie@indymaven.com
ABOUT
Victoria Odekomaya is a Nigerian American entrepreneur, speaker, and content marketing strategist on a mission to help business owners grow their business, brand, and legacy through the power of storytelling and strategic content marketing.
She’s the founder of LiMStudios, a full-service creative agency and state-of-the-art content studio in Indianapolis where strategy and storytelling come together through high-quality content production and marketing implementation. She’s also the creator of Boss Ladies Magazine and host of The Own Your Brand Show, a video podcast to help business owners grow their business, brand, and legacy through strategic content marketing and authentic conversations about the entrepreneurial journey.
To learn more, follow her journey through LiMStudios, Boss Ladies Magazine, and The Own Your Brand Show and join the movement to amplify voices, build legacy, and make impact.
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