When the wheels stop, the real conversations begin. Join Cindy and Christina as they sit down with the brilliant minds behind adaptive equipment innovations that make caregiving safer and more empowering. This unfiltered livestream series from @AECorner dives deep into life as a caregiver, the disability community, and the challenges and triumphs that connect us all. Authentic, unscripted, and always rolling with purpose, even when the engines are off.
Tech Leader Turned Caregiving Trailblazer | Ending Burnout with Innerhive
Christina n Cindy Hardin-Weiss are BACK!
Join us for a powerful conversation with Crystal Gallo, a seasoned tech executive who’s spent 15+ years leading product and operations teams in high-growth technology companies. But this episode goes beyond boardrooms and product launches.
Crystal opens up about her deeply personal journey as a family caregiver for loved ones battling dementia and cancer—a path that inspired her to launch Innerhive, a purpose-driven company on a mission to end caregiver burnout.
💡 In this episode, we’ll explore:
* How her tech career shaped her approach to caregiving innovation
* The real cost of caregiver burnout—and what Innerhive is doing about it
* Why being a "learner at the core" is Crystal’s secret to resilience and reinvention
* How startups can balance scale and soul in the health and wellness space
Connect with Crystal:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/helloinnerhive
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/helloinnerhive/
Website : https://www.innerhive.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/innerhive/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-gallo/
Thank you to sponsors Tausi Brands (https://TausiBrands.com) and Mobility Towel (https://MobilityTowel.com)
Produced by Brilliant Beam Media (https://BrilliantBeamMedia.com)
Calling all tech enthusiasts, caregivers, founders, or future-forward thinkers, this live stream will move you, inspire you, and challenge how you think about the future of care.
#CaregiverBurnout #TechForGood #DementiaSupport #Innerhive #StartupStories #CrystalGallo #LivestreamPodcast #FoundersLive #WomenInTech #HealthInnovation #FutureOfCare
31 Jul 2025
From PSW to Purpose-Driven Powerhouse | Caregiving, Community & Bold Moves 💥
Christina n Cindy Hardin-Weiss are BACK!
Get ready for another inspiring and unfiltered livestream conversation with Vanessa Vargas, Founder of PSW to the Rescue — a dynamic agency redefining care through compassion, continuity, and heart-centered leadership.
From her early days as a Personal Support Worker in Ontario’s Halton region to launching her own agency, hosting major networking events, and becoming a rising voice in community advocacy, Vanessa’s journey is proof that purpose and passion can become a movement.
👀 What We’ll Talk About:
🌟 Why the caregiving system needed disrupting — and how Vanessa answered the call
🌟 The leap from front-line support to founder
🌟 Building meaningful community partnerships that actually work
🌟Hosting her first entrepreneurial networking event (April 27!)
🌟 Speaking on stage and stepping into her voice (May 9!)
🌟What it really takes to grow with grit and grace
Thank you to sponsors: Tausi Brands (https://TausiBrands.com) and Mobility Towel (https://MobilityTowel.com).
Produced by Brilliant Beam Media (https://BrilliantBeamMedia.com)
💬 This is more than a talk — it's a conversation for changemakers, caregivers, and entrepreneurs ready to lead with heart.
🔔 Set your reminder. Bring your questions. And get ready to be inspired.
#Caregiving #Entrepreneurship #PSWTotheRescue #VanessaVargas #LiveStream #HomeCareInnovation #WomenInLeadership #SupportWorkers #HaltonRegion #NetworkingWithPurpose #PurposeDrivenBusiness
17 Jul 2025
LIVE Recap! Abilities Expo Chicago 2025: AECorner + AECorner Community!
What. A. Weekend! The AECorner ladies (@AECorner) and the Adaptive Equipment Product Innovator Community just wrapped an unforgettable time at Abilities Expo Chicago, and we're bringing the energy, the insights, and the behind-the-scenes buzz to YOU LIVE! 🔴
💡 From groundbreaking adaptive equipment to powerful community connections, we’re sharing:
✅ Favorite products + new tech highlights
✅ Real talk with innovators + caregivers
✅ Crowd reactions + booth fun
✅ What’s NEXT for our inclusive equipment movement
Thank you to sponsors Tausi Brands (https://TausiBrands.com) and Mobility Towel (https://MobilityTowel.com)
Produced by Brilliant Beam Media (https://BrilliantBeamMedia.com)
🙌 Whether you stopped by our booth or are discovering us for the first time, this stream is packed with passion, purpose, and plenty of surprises.
📲 Tune in, chat with us, and be part of the movement. Because access, innovation, and inclusion deserve a spotlight...and we’re just getting started!
#AbilitiesExpo #AECorner #AdaptiveEquipment #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityInnovators #CaregiverSupport #DisabilityInclusion #ChicagoExpo #AdaptiveTech #AECornerCommunity #AEPICisEpic
10 Jul 2025
When the Caregiver Can No Longer Care | Special Guest Kim Burgess, End-of-Life Doula
What happens when the caregiver can no longer provide care or when they pass before their loved one?
It’s a heartbreaking reality that many families face, yet few talk about. In this special episode, Raquel Flores and Syya Yasotornrat take over Engines Off! to chat with Kim Burgess, an experienced End-of-Life Doula and Founder, Comforting Transitions, and explore the emotional, logistical, and financial challenges that arise when a caregiver is no longer able to fulfill their role.
We'll also discuss the recent passing of Gene Hackman and how his circumstances highlight a far more common issue than many realize.
You don't have to be a caregiver to understand this very real issue. Join the conversation!
🔔 Subscribe & Hit the Notification Bell so you don’t miss this important discussion!
#Caregiving #EndOfLifeCare #CaregiverSupport #GeneHackman #Aging #Healthcare
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