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Episode Notes

"They gave me a community that feels like family." What started as a single visit to a retirement home turned into a life-changing mission. In this episode, host Jared Rizzi sits down with the inspiring Isabella Solano, founder of Herralink, to talk about the power of connection, friendship, and love across generations.

If you’ve ever wondered how simple, meaningful moments can fill the gaps we all feel sometimes, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways

• Small Actions Create Big Change: Isabella’s journey started with one visit to a retirement home—proof that showing up can transform lives, including your own.

• The Power of Connection: Building friendships across generations helps combat loneliness, fosters purpose, and strengthens communities.
• It’s More Than Service Hours: Herralink teaches students that true impact comes from genuine relationships, not just checking boxes.
• Love Exists Where You Least Expect It: Retirement homes can be full of love, warmth, and wisdom if we take the time to be present.
• We Need Each Other More Than Ever: In a world that’s becoming increasingly digital, real human connection is priceless and worth prioritizing.

Show Links

• Herralink’s Website: https://www.herralink.com/

• Herralink’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herralink
• Herralink’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/herralink

About Isabella Solano

Isabella Solano is a dedicated entrepreneur with a strong background in the startup ecosystem, having worked with companies backed by venture capital giants such as Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund, alongside leading investors from Facebook, Google, Twitter, and Netflix. Her journey, chronicled here, reflects her commitment to leveraging innovation to address societal challenges.

Now the founder of Herralink, Isabella is on a mission to transform the quality of life for residents in retirement homes. Recognizing that seniors are often overlooked in society, she strives to create a world where they feel valued, seen, and heard. Herralink focuses on fostering genuine human connection, reminding everyone that even a simple act of friendship can make a profound difference in the lives of older adults.

Passionate and action-oriented, Isabella invites others to join her in reshaping how society treats its seniors, ensuring they are celebrated and supported in every stage of life

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