Episode 24

Episode 24: From Lab Coat to Entrepreneur & CEO: Iyonna Woods' Journey to Building a Business with Purpose (featuring Iyonna Woods, MS, MLS (ASCP)SBB)

In this episode, co-host Stephanie Whitehead chats with medical lab scientist and founder of Fancy-Free Hair & Skin, Iyonna Woods, MS, MLS(ASCP)SBB, to discuss her journey from working in the laboratory to starting her own hair and skin care line. As a lab scientist, Iyonna was driven to help others with their skin and hair care needs and decided to take her skills and knowledge to the next level. With the help of her supportive family and network, she decided to go out on her own and start a business.

Tune in as Iyonna shares her thoughts on the importance of self-care, giving back, and staying focused on her goals. Iyonna also explores how her background in medical laboratory science informed her approach to creating natural hair and skincare products. Throughout the episode, Iyonna offers inspiring advice on how to stay motivated and take action on your dreams. She also encourages other laboratory professionals to use their unique skills to create their own visions and manifest success.

This conversation is full of motivating tips, and Iyonna’s journey will leave you feeling empowered to take the leap and pursue your passion!

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Connect with Iyonna on social media:
Website: Fancy Free for Hair & Skin – The Fancy Factory (fancyfreehairandskin.com)
LinkedIn: @Iyonna Woods
Facebook: @Fancy Free Hair and Skin / The Fancy Factory
Instagram: @fancyfreehairandskin / @theFancyFactory_
Twitter: @fancyfreehair
TikTok: @thefancyfactory
 
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Tywauna Wilson

Tywauna "Coach Tee" Wilson is an accomplished medical laboratory leader, author of "Some Leaders Wear Lab Coats," and co-host of the "eLABorate Topics" podcast. As founder and president of Trendy Elite Coaching and Consulting, she develops best-in-class leaders through coaching programs and leadership training. With two decades of experience, including as a lab manager and technical director, Tywauna leverages her clinical expertise to mentor laboratory professionals. Through Trendy Elite's Standout Leader Academy and her own initiatives, she empowers professionals to enhance their leadership skills, expand their influence, and excel in their careers. Tywauna is committed to guiding the next generation of confident, competent laboratory leaders
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Stephanie Whitehead

It isn’t every healthcare leader who can seamlessly lead through the chaos of managing a large healthcare operation while navigating the rapid changes in healthcare. But this is exactly the environment where Stephanie Whitehead not only shines but thrives!

Stephanie is an executive-level leader that fueled by her passion for helping others in the medical profession achieve operational excellence. Intrigued by the evolving nature of the laboratory field and its strong impact on patient treatment, she had an early determination to leave an indelible mark on the laboratory profession.
Stephanie is a co-host who offers a unique blend of clinical knowledge, practical advice, and personable humor. Stephanie’s niche has always been the ability to see problems with a wide-lens view and then, narrow them down to connect the dots, take action, and drive results.

Contact her at stepanie.y.whitehead@gmail.com or StephanieYWhitehead on all social media

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