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Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with Sharmeen Aqeel, the founder of Lyyvora, a healthcare-focused lending platform based in Calgary, Canada. Sharmeen Aqeel shares her inspiring journey from her international upbringing - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, France, and finally Canada - to her leap from a secure product design career into the world of entrepreneurship.

Together, they dive deep into the unique challenges healthcare clinics face when securing funding, why traditional banks often miss the mark, and how alternative lending platforms like Lyyvora are disrupting the space by prioritizing vision and growth over risk aversion. Sharmeen Aqeel opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing business with family life, her drive to build stakeholder-centered products, and the importance of trust, transparency, and continuous feedback in building a successful company.

Whether you’re a founder, a healthcare professional, or just curious about the intersection of fintech and healthcare, this candid conversation offers valuable lessons on building, scaling, and evolving a mission-driven business. Tune in and get inspired to take your own uprising!

Timestamps:

00:00 "Alternative Lending Overcomes Bank Risk"

06:12 "Challenges of Starting Entrepreneurship"

09:00 "Empathy and Problem-Solving in Design"

12:20 "Flawed Funding Application Processes"

14:50 "Building a Healthcare Lending Network"

17:24 Healthcare Financial Operations Challenges

20:45 "Stakeholder-Centered Entrepreneurship"

26:23 Client Outreach and Consistent Engagement

29:01 "Prioritize Morning Productivity"

31:37 "Importance of Timely Feedback"

34:05 "Mastering Healthcare Funding Vertical"

37:59 Building Healthcare's Marketing Channel

40:23 "B2B Social Media Growth Potential"

44:27 "Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship"

48:48 "Trust Yourself and Your Pace"

50:52 "Thanks, Sharmeen - Partner Info"

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Welcome to another episode of The Uprising Show! In this episode, host Vivek sits down with repeat guest David DuPlay, founder of Unity Global Care, to discuss an exciting new development in the world of aging and caregiver support - ALBERTai. Inspired by his own journey caring for his aging parents, David DuPlay shares how ALBERTai was designed as a free, comprehensive platform that empowers families to keep their loved ones aging safely at home.

Together, they dive into how ALBERTai generates a personalized "aging in place" score, predicts future care needs, and offers actionable recommendations, just like improving your credit score, but for your well-being. The conversation explores the real-life challenges faced by caregivers and aging adults, the impact of technology on independent living, and how ALBERTai connects families to a trusted marketplace of services and tools.

If you’re interested in the future of home care, proactive support for aging in place, or the intersection of AI and healthcare, tune in for practical insights, personal stories, and a look at the vision shaping tomorrow’s elder care.

Timestamps:

00:00 "Albert AI: Aging-in-Place Scoring"

05:59 "Aging Alone: Predicting Support Needs"

07:07 AI-Driven Support for Care Decisions

12:28 "Aging Care Challenges & Solutions"

13:36 "Aging Marketplace with Predictive Tech"

18:01 "Proactive Home Care Coordination"

23:12 Real-Time Health Tracking App

25:51 "Clinical Study Participant Matching"

29:40 "Data-Driven Home Care Support"

32:31 AI-Driven Personalized Care System

34:45 "AI-Powered Care Prioritization"

40:50 "AI for Elderly Care Solutions"

42:54 "Technology Bridging Communication Gaps"

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“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

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Get ready for an insightful episode of The Uprising Show as Vivek welcomes Roy, president of Life Chef Health, to discuss the intersection of healthcare innovation, leadership, and nutrition-driven care. Dive into a no-nonsense conversation about real challenges, lessons from the nonprofit health space, and why food as medicine is gaining momentum.

• Roy’s journey from childhood adversity and military service to leading large-scale behavioral health organizations.
• The unique business practices and challenges of scaling nonprofit healthcare, including balancing quality and financial sustainability.
• How Life Chef Health is pioneering the “food as medicine” movement with medically tailored meals and personalized nutrition.
• The realities of healthcare as a marketplace, insurance dynamics, and the importance of access and equity in care delivery.
• Practical advice for maintaining health, supporting vulnerable populations, and building stronger cultures within healthcare organizations.

Tune in to learn why innovation, relationships, and nutrition matter more than ever in modern healthcare.

00:00 "Overcoming Adversity in Leadership"

03:32 "Challenges and Rewards in Home Care"

07:11 "Sustainable Model for Business Growth"

11:56 "Patient Care Over Profit Focus"

14:25 Rethinking Trust in Health Insurance

18:34 Healthcare Costs and Migration Crisis

20:26 Healthcare Funding and Policy Challenges

24:16 "Food as Medicine Approach"

26:31 Medically Tailored Meals Insights

28:50 "Improving Health Through Nutrition"

33:06 "Convenient Meals for Health Improvement"

36:00 "Fresh, Scalable Food Service"

38:38 Nonprofit Misconceptions Explained

The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/

Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/

Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks

TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”