Transitioning From Gymnast to Investor with Aly Raisman
Feb 6, 2024
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Former gymnast Aly Raisman discusses her transition to being an investor, her passion for financial literacy, and her appreciation for founders' work ethic. They also talk about mental health during their gymnastics career, the importance of therapy and nutrition, and the challenges in the healthcare system.
Promoting financial literacy in schools from a young age can help address stress and confusion around finances.
Mental health tools and strategies, such as therapy and exercise, are crucial for athletes and individuals facing high levels of stress.
Deep dives
Passion for Financial Literacy and Mental Health
Allie Raisman is passionate about promoting financial literacy and mental health. She believes that the two are closely correlated, as many people feel stressed about finances, and our system can be confusing and hard to understand. Allie advocates for teaching financial literacy in schools from a young age, emphasizing the importance of speaking up and asking questions. She also shares her admiration for founders and their work ethic, relating it to her experience as an Olympic athlete with tunnel vision and respect for hard work.
Prioritizing Mental and Physical Health
Allie reflects on the importance of mental health, mentioning the stigma that still exists and the silent suffering many people experience. She highlights the need for mental health tools and strategies, especially for athletes who face high levels of stress. Allie shares her personal journey of trying to find calm and happiness, letting go of the pursuit of perfection. She maintains her mental and physical health through therapy, nutrition, and exercises like yoga and walking.
Investing and Advocating for Women's Health
Allie discusses her interest in investing, particularly in companies related to women's health. She is passionate about fertility and believes there should be more emphasis and awareness around women's reproductive health from a young age. Allie also encourages better healthcare experiences for patients, sharing personal stories about doctors' lack of attention and the importance of incorporating women's perspectives in designing healthcare products and services.
Former gymnast and current investor Aly Raisman joins general partner Julie Yoo and investment partner Daisy Wolf of a16z Bio + Health.
In this episode, Aly Raisman shares her quest for healthier living—physically, mentally and financially—on her journey from gymnast to a business investor. Having herself transitioned from an intensely structured routine, Aly emphasizes the need for more open conversations about mental health and financial literacy. She speaks passionately about the gap in women’s health solutions and hopes to inspire entrepreneurs to create impactful businesses. Aly’s experiences as a patient, survivor, and global figure adds a unique dimension to her perspective as an investor. This candid conversation with both Aly and Julie Yoo sheds light on Aly’s passion for more education within the investment space offering invaluable insights for entrepreneurs, particularly in biotech and healthcare.
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