In this episode of the Success Leaves Clues podcast, hosts Robin and Al engage in a rich conversation with Larissa Holmes, co-founder and CEO of Coterie. Larissa shares her mission to empower women through sports, emphasizing the importance of social connections and community. She discusses her personal journey from being a varsity athlete to management consulting and ultimately founding Coterie, a cutting-edge platform that empowers women by democratizing private club sports through technology.

The conversation explores the barriers women face in sports and business, the challenges of scaling a startup, and the significance of focus and accountability for founders. Larissa also highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership roles, advocating for greater representation of LGBTQ+ individuals and other marginalized groups.

"Coterie is just an evolution of my own personal mission to continue to elevate and equalize women within this world." ~ Larissa Holmes

Key Takeaways:

• Larissa’s mission is to empower women through sports.
• Coterie’s goal redefines what it means to be an athlete.
• There is a tendency for women to self-select out of opportunities in sports.
• Confidence is especially important for women’s participation in sports.
• Scaling a business requires focus, accountability, and vulnerability.
• Diversity in leadership provides unique and valuable perspectives.

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