Business of the V

Callaly Creates a New Category in Menstrual Health

This week’s episode features the introduction of a brand new product in a space that is overdue for some innovation: Menstruation products. It’s one of the most innovative developments in women’s period health care that our hosts, Dr. Alyssa Dweck and Rachel, have seen in some time. They welcome Thang Vo-Ta, a fascinating entrepreneur driven by the desire to deliver to women a better, more reliable and environmentally sustainable option for managing monthly menstruation.

After years of investment in development, design and testing that resulted very recently in coveted FDA approval, Thang’s company Callaly is bringing to market the Tampliner, a quantum step forward for women who want the convenience and comfort of a tampon without the cumbersome (and un-eco-friendly) applicator associated with most of the options available until now. Representing the first upgrade to the traditional tampon in 90 years and, the Tampliners “virtual applicator” and organic cotton mini-liner are game-changers. No doubt that’s why Time Magazine recently included the product among its “Best Inventions of 2020.”

Enjoy a fascinating chat about an exciting new product in one of women’s health care’s most basic and globally marketable spaces.

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Gennev Creates the First Telemedicine Menopause Clinic

In this episode, Dr. Alyssa Dweck and Rachel have a conversation with special guest Jill Angelo, founder of Gennev, the first ever online clinic for women in menopause. Together, they talk about menopause, what women are seeking for their own menopausal health and the impact that menopause has on the economy as well as the physical self.

 

First, Jill candidly shares how she began her career in tech and shifted "from tech to lube." Next, she explains how she laid the groundwork for Gennev by speaking with 1500 women to conduct research surrounding their menopause education, health and mindset. Also, she explains more about the data gathered, what the Gennev telehealth platform offers and other details including payment, insurance, FSA and HSAs. Furthermore, Jill shares about Gennev's physicians and the vetting process.

In closing, Jill shares where you can find Gennev and what is in the pipeline moving forward. She also encourages any women listeners to take the menopause assessment and see where you are on your menopause journey as a whole woman.

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Introduction to Business of the V

Hello friends and colleagues, welcome to the Business of the V!

I’m Dr. Alyssa Dweck. I’m a gynecologist, surgeon and author. I speak vagina. I think the v is super cool to know about but not always so hip to talk about.

Have you ever wondered what’s normal down there, or worse, something scary?

What is that itch or worse that bump? What keeps you up at night when it comes to your v health? We will explore what’s on other women’s minds when it comes to periods, hormones, breasts, butts and sex.

I am Rachel Braun Scherl. I am a marketing strategist, business builder and vagipreneur,  a person in the business of women’s sexual and reproductive health.

It’s complicated! Big challenges mean big business.   We will introduce you to some of the most fascinating creators, inventors, thought leaders, health care professions and investors in the space.   These are the people that make things happen.  

If you are a woman, know a woman, have a business, like business or care about your v health and wellness,  fasten your seat belts and listen.   You heard it here first!