Rich Pierson

Andy Puddicombe, a former Buddhist monk turned co-founder of Headspace, joins forces with marketing expert Rich Pierson to discuss their unconventional journey. They explore how they transformed meditation into a user-friendly app, emphasizing its mental wellness benefits. Personal struggles, from anxiety to cancer diagnoses, shaped their partnership and vision. Andy and Rich also reflect on the challenges of growing a business in a competitive environment while remaining true to their meditative roots and the importance of community support.

Andy Puddicombe, a former Buddhist monk, and Rich Pierson, a co-founder of Headspace, share their inspiring journey from meditation practices to a global app phenomenon. They discuss how a chance meeting led to their partnership, the challenges of shifting from live events to digital platforms, and the importance of making meditation accessible worldwide. They reflect on personal growth and the role of diverse voices in enhancing the user experience, showcasing how mindfulness can transform lives and businesses.