Get ready for an inspiring journey into the world of outdoor adventures and community-building with host Jenn Drummond and her special guest, Kay Rodriguez, founder of Outerly. Kay introduces us to Outerly, a revolutionary platform that’s like AllTrails meets Meetup, designed to connect people with outdoor activities and like-minded enthusiasts. Discover how Outerly simplifies the process of finding local outdoor adventures, making it easier for individuals to get outside, stay healthy, and build connections in their community.
Kay shares her personal story of resilience and transformation, from battling mental health challenges to discovering the healing power of nature. She takes us on her journey from running Urban Outdoors to founding Outerly, highlighting the incredible impact of community support. From burnout to crowdfunding success, this episode is a testament to the strength of a shared vision and the profound influence of the outdoors on our well-being.
Key notes:
[00:02:50] Outdoor discovery focused on activities; need for companions.
[00:05:54] Struggling with mental health, finding solace outdoors.
[00:10:34] COVID in Chicago: City shut down, outdoor shift
[00:13:58] Moved to Chicago, discovered lack of hiking. Created Urban Outdoors website. Grew into a successful full-time job.
[00:18:09] Excitement about outdoors, expanding perspectives, enjoying nature.
[00:22:38] Start-up founder faced rejections, found community support.
[00:26:02] Share stories, build community, inspire others.
[00:28:46] Everest climb made possible by community support.
Join Jenn and Kay as they explore the path to a more connected and adventurous life on this episode of “Seek Your Summit” Don’t miss this empowering conversation!
