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New Episode: From Rhinitis to Resilience: Shani Bocian's shares how she built her company Allermi

Nov 28, 2023

In the finance and business world, women are sometimes perceived as weak entrepreneurs and not considered suitable for work in that field.

 

In this episode, Shani Bocian, the founder and CEO of Allermi, shares how having chronic allergy rhinitis influenced the development of her company. She talks about the difficulties allergy sufferers have in locating suitable medications and emphasizes the uncertainty and trial-and-error process involved in symptom management. Shani adds that each patient receives a unique set of nasal sprays from Allermi that contain a certain combination of drugs. She also discusses the difficulties she encountered as a young female founder trying to secure financing but also emphasizes the support she received from financiers who shared her mission. Shani discusses several advantages of being a woman founder, such as having access to resources and a strong sense of support among other women business owners.

 

Listen to Shani Bocian's inspiring journey and learn how she's changing the game in allergy management with Allermi. Discover the challenges she's overcome and the advantages of being a woman founder in the business world. Tune in now for valuable insights and empowerment!

 

Episode Highlights:

  • About Shani Bocian and her experience with allergic rhinitis

  • How she partnered with her dad to create Allermi

  • Her background in education and her desire to make a difference

  • The challenges she faced in starting the business and the determination to push through

  • Challenges of being a young female founder pitching to experienced investors

  • Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs and the importance of perseverance and seeking feedback

  • The growth and educational efforts required for the future of Allermi



About Our Shani Bocian:

Shani Bocian is the Co-Founder & CEO of Allermi, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she was a Graduate Researcher at Brown University in 2016.

 

Shani Bocian holds a Master of Arts from Brown University in Education, which she obtained in 2017. Shani also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Yeshiva University in Art History, Criticism, and Conservation, which she obtained in 2015.



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