• Building a Business, Leaving a Legacy | Ep 175 | Minh Tran
    2025/08/11
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Minh Tran — engineer-turned-entrepreneur — who built a successful niche business selling officially licensed college-logo duct tape. Minh’s story is one of grit, heart, and deep community roots. From navigating the challenges of being a minority business owner to balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship, Minh shares powerful reflections on what success really means — and why he wants his kids to grow up knowing the value of hard work, memories, and emotional honesty. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways Minh believes in paying it forward and investing in community He faced real challenges as a minority entrepreneur Strong relationships drive business success His family is central to every decision he makes Creating lasting memories matters more than just financial wins Emotional expression is key to strong parenting His wife is his greatest supporter and biggest fan He wants to ignite 🔗 CONNECT WITH MINH TRAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvtran1/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • From CMO to Full-Time Dad (and Back Again) Ep #174 | Umang Shah
    2025/08/04
    This week on The Girl Dad Show, Young Han sits down with Umang Shah — marketing executive, fractional CMO, and founder of Inovari — for a thoughtful conversation about what happens when your entire worldview shifts after becoming a parent. Umang Shah is a seasoned marketing executive with 20+ years of experience leading global marketing innovation across industries like tech, retail, CPG, life sciences, and financial services. He’s held leadership roles at companies like Microsoft, Walmart, Campbell’s, Medidata, and Northwestern Mutual. Named one of Adweek’s 50 Vital Leaders in Tech, Media, and Marketing, Umang now runs his own consultancy, Inovari, where he helps startups and growth-stage companies stay perpetually relevant. Together, they unpack how fatherhood has impacted Umang’s career decisions, health, and lifestyle, and why the pandemic was a major turning point for realigning priorities. They talk about the emotional and mental adjustments required to show up fully — both at home and at work — and why being present is sometimes the hardest but most valuable thing you can do. Whether you’re a new parent, a seasoned one, or someone thinking about how to better balance your ambition with the rest of your life, this episode offers candid reflections and real-world insight. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways Parenthood forces a reset on what really matters Success doesn’t mean much without well-being Kids model what we do, not what we say Flexibility in consulting can be freeing, but not without its pressures Enjoying the ride is often more important than controlling it 🔗 CONNECT WITH UMANG SHAH 👥 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shahumang 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • From Single Mom to Manufacturing | Ep #173| Jennifer Paradis
    2025/07/28
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Jennifer Paradis, CEO of @Signatures Apparel, whose entrepreneurial journey spans wellness, manufacturing, and everything in between. From launching her first company at 24 to acquiring and transforming Signatures Apparel into a thriving enterprise, Jennifer has done it all while raising her children as a single mom. Jennifer opens up about how her blended family upbringing and early exposure to business shaped her leadership style, the personal challenges that redefined her relationship with work, and why she sees mistakes as one of life’s greatest teachers. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her build a high-growth company rooted in transparency, resilience, and human-centered values, while also remaining deeply present as a parent. ✨ This episode is proudly sponsored by Thesis, providing high-impact, tailored consulting solutions designed to optimize performance and drive sustainable growth. Takeaways How Jennifer's blended family taught her adaptability and empathy Why she celebrates mistakes as key moments for growth The path from wellness entrepreneur to manufacturing CEO How her health journey shaped her leadership and risk tolerance Why she believes in empowering team members, not just managing them Balancing parenting with business ownership as a single mom The importance of letting kids carve their own path How joy, hobbies, and boundaries help her stay grounded The legacy she hopes to leave through both family and business 🔗 CONNECT WITH JENNIFER PARADIS 👥 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-paradis-b98289317/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • How he Navigates Parenting and his Career| Ep #172 |Jason Mok
    2025/07/21
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Jason Mok, VP and GTM leader at Brex and a devoted single dad. Jason currently serves as GM of Brex’s Startups business and oversees Strategic Partnerships. Before Brex, he was an Operating Partner and GM at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he led the firm’s first $400M Seed Fund, and spent 16 years at Silicon Valley Bank championing early- and growth-stage founders. Jason’s story spans decades of leadership in banking, venture capital, and fintech—but at the heart of it is a father navigating the complexities of work, legacy, and raising good humans. In this episode, Jason opens up about teaching his kids about money, setting boundaries between work and family, and how success as a parent isn’t about control—it’s about the relationship you build as they grow up. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways Jason Mok is a single dad and fintech exec at Brex Brex offers a financial stack for startups and enterprises Jason’s path includes SVB, a16z, and years of startup advisory Parenting requires consistent self-reflection Teaching kids about money is non-negotiable Being present matters more than being perfect Self-care supports strong parenting and leadership Boundaries between work and family take real intention Legacy is built through quality relationships, not just career wins 🔗 CONNECT WITH JASON MOK 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmok/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • 6 Exits, a Venture Studio, and a 35-Hour Work Week while being a dad | Ep #171| Diraj Goel
    2025/07/14
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Diraj Goel, serial entrepreneur, advisor, and CEO of GetFresh Ventures. After scaling companies like WebCT, Vision Critical, and Hootsuite to exits and 9-figure revenues, Diraj now helps founders grow real businesses without burning out—or burning capital. He’s built a life where business growth and family time both matter. From his 35-hour work week philosophy to tactical growth strategies that challenge traditional startup thinking, Diraj's story is packed with practical advice for founders who want to scale smart and live well. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways: • Why Diraj left corporate to launch GetFresh Ventures • His 35-hour work week approach—and how it creates space for family • What founders misunderstand about growth and capital • The mindset shifts that shaped his parenting and leadership • How ADHD affects his thinking and productivity • Redefining success beyond exits or valuations • Why you shouldn’t fear starting a family while building a business 🔗 CONNECT WITH DIRAJ GOEL 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diraj/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • His Journey From eBay to BoomPop While being a father| Ep #170 | Healey Cypher
    2025/07/07
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Healey Cypher, CEO of BoomPop and Partner/COO at Atomic. Healey has spent his career building and selling companies centered around remarkable customer experiences—from selling Oak Labs to Zivelo, to leading Zivelo as CEO and exiting to Verifone, to his early days driving innovation at eBay. But beyond the boardroom, Healey is also a devoted dad of two, a husband, and someone who strives daily to be a good human. Healey shares why travel, gratitude, and hiring great people are key to building a fulfilling life and a lasting business. This is a must-watch for any parent-entrepreneur looking to lead with heart and build something meaningful—at home and at work. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways: The transition from virtual to in-person events post-pandemic How AI is changing the game in event planning The influence of childhood in Saudi Arabia on Healey’s global outlook Balancing high-growth entrepreneurship with being a present parent How values like integrity and empathy show up in leadership Breaking generational patterns and embracing personal growth Thanks for watching! 🔗 CONNECT WITH HEALEY CYPHER 👥 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/healeycypher/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X : https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website : https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • Fatherhood, Community, and Raising Kids | Ep #169| Jamie Ahern
    2025/06/30
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Jamie Ahern, seasoned FinTech and InsurTech executive, founder, and proud dad. Jamie is the CEO of Parabolic Auto, a company transforming how auto dealerships sell finance and insurance products. From trading subprime mortgages at Citadel to leading roles at LearnVest, LiveWatch, and Kin Insurance, Jamie’s career spans high-stakes finance, fast-paced startups, and now, fatherhood. He opens up about becoming a dad to his son Quinn, navigating the NICU experience, and finding connection in a new community. The conversation covers parenting in a multicultural household, managing mental health in a noisy world, and why presence and perspective define success both at home and at work. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways: Fatherhood has been a transformative experience for Jamie. Community and cultural identity play major roles in parenting. The NICU journey reshaped their appreciation for healthcare and support. Outdoor play, mental health, and family dynamics in a modern world. Redefining success through the lens of love and presence. Thanks for watching! 🔗 CONNECT WITH JAMIE AHERN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamieahern 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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  • Building Legacy at Home and in Business | Ep #168 | David Walsh
    2025/06/23
    In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han sits down with David Walsh, a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and dedicated father of three, to explore how endurance, relationships, and risk-taking have shaped his approach to both business and parenting. David shares his journey from Wall Street to the tech world, reflecting on how becoming a young parent influenced his ambition and perspective. He dives into his latest venture, Activ8 Growth Partners, and the legacy he’s building through innovation and connection. From running marathons with his family to leading billion-dollar exits, David opens up about how personal growth and professional success are deeply intertwined. If you’re interested in the mindset behind long-term success, in both business and fatherhood, this episode is for you. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways: • How parenting early in life shaped David’s entrepreneurial path • Parallels between endurance sports and business leadership • Navigating decisions: IPOs vs. acquisitions • The role of personal relationships in sustained success • Lessons in risk, legacy, and long-term motivation • Teaching values like resilience and accountability to your kids • Why David is betting on his next chapter with Activ8 Thanks for watching! 🔗 CONNECT WITH DAVID WALSH 👥 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidarthurwalsh/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X : https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website : https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show
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    46 分