Women’s Search Network: The Podcast.

AI is moving fast, but most operators are still trying to figure out what it means for their business. In this episode, Siri Chakka and Silva Gentchev share how they're approaching AI as operators. They talk about where they've found the most value, what surprised them along the way, and how they're thinking about AI's role inside their company. The conversation covers everythi...

In this episode, Austin Settle and Claire Nesler share how they approached structuring their search, building platforms, and navigating the complexities of scaling across multiple locations. They discuss how they selected their focus areas, med spas and physiotherapy, and walk through different approaches to capital structure, including longer-duration and more flexible models. Along the way, they...

In this episode, Beixi Li shares how she is successfully executing a multi-site healthcare thesis through the search fund model, despite entering the industry with no prior healthcare experience. She offers a thoughtful exploration of what it takes to scale healthcare operations, highlighting the importance of structured processes and a repeatable playbook for de novo growth, from strategic site s...

In this episode, Brittany Collins shares her path to entrepreneurship through a search fund, highlighting her experience acquiring and operating a healthcare company, despite not having a medical background. She opens up about the realities of working alongside her spouse, the nuances of building trust in healthcare, and how she approached key challenges like compensation structures, strategic hir...

In this episode, Monica Weaver shares her journey from the corporate world to CEO of TGI Direct, offering an authentic perspective on what it takes to balance the demands of career, family, and leadership. Monica openly discusses the triumphs and challenges she faced while navigating company culture and gender dynamics in a traditionally male-dominated industry. She emphasizes the importance of bu...

In this episode, we’re honored to host Stacey Krauss, CEO of Transitions Counseling and Consulting. Stacey is a search fund entrepreneur with a unique background as a board-certified psychologist and U.S. Army veteran. In this episode, Stacey shares with us the story of her entrepreneurial journey and how she has successfully leveraged her extensive background in leadership and organizational desi...

In this episode, we’re honored to host Sarah Rowell, a trailblazer in the search community and one of the first women to successfully navigate the full journey—from search and acquisition to operating and exiting. Sarah’s story is as inspiring as it is insightful, and she shares how a bias toward action was pivotal throughout every stage of her process. Sarah delves into essential topics, includin...

In this episode, we sit down with Laura Franklin, the dynamic CEO of Woven Care. Laura takes us through her unexpected journey from the world of education to building a thriving company through the search fund model. With her infectious energy, Laura shares the key principles that fueled her success and drops invaluable gems for aspiring searchers and operators. Don’t miss this episode packed with...