Wellness Founders Podcast

[18] Neuralink Without Chips, Mental Capital, & Future of Wearables | Jonathan Wan of Ironmind.ai

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Jonathan Wan, CEO and co-founder of Ironmind.ai, discusses the integration of AI in assessing mental resilience for athletes and high performers. He shares his personal journey from a near-death experience to creating a mental readiness infrastructure that quantifies mental capital.  The conversation explores the importance of mental health in sports, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the future of mental health technology. Wan emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to mental health, focusing on building relationships and trust while leveraging data-driven insights. Guest Bio: Jonathan Wan is the CEO and co-founder of Ironmind.ai, where he’s building what he calls the world’s first mental readiness infrastructure. With a background in digital transformation at institutions like Wells Fargo and Visa, Jonathan brings a fintech lens to human performance, applying data architecture and API frameworks to the invisible side of resilience. A 13-time Ironman finisher and survivor of a near-death drowning accident at 17, his work is deeply personal. Today, he focuses on making “mental capital” measurable, predictable, and actionable for athletes, teams, and high performers. Connect with Jonathan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ironmind/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ironmind-ai/  Website: https://ironmind.ai/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironmind.ai/  Connect with Jordan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders: Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YjVR6OICHSlx03nsEnNMl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-founders-podcast/id1842965990  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2531665/free_share_page

[17] Prevention’s 15:1 Funding Gap, Food As Medicine, & Smart Nutrition | Ari Tulla of Elo Health

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, host Jordan Carroll speaks with Ari Tulla, CEO and co-founder of Elo Health. They discuss the importance of preventive health, Ari's personal journey that led him to focus on nutrition as medicine, and the challenges of building a business in the health tech space. Ari shares insights on evaluating business ideas, the shift from B2C to B2B, and how to navigate relationships in the industry.  The conversation also touches on leveraging AI for market insights and the future of AI in business. In this conversation, Ari discusses the evolution of advertising in the wellness industry, the impact of AI and LLMs on marketing strategies, and the future of healthcare with a focus on longevity and genetic modification. He emphasizes the importance of balancing time and impact in business while exploring the philosophical aspects of finding meaning in life and legacy. Guest Bio: Ari Tulla is the CEO and co-founder of Elo Health, a smart nutrition company using personalized testing and AI to help turn food into medicine. A serial entrepreneur and early-stage investor with 50+ startup investments, Ari has built multiple companies from the ground up and now focuses on scaling measurable health outcomes through personalized nutrition partnerships. His work is shaped by deeply personal health experiences that turned prevention into a lifelong mission. Connect with Ari: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aritulla/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elo-health/  Website: https://elo.health/ Connect with Jordan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders: Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YjVR6OICHSlx03nsEnNMl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-founders-podcast/id1842965990  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2531665/free_share_page

[16] Right-Away Wellness, Longevity Ecosystems, & Building for Impact | Jim Donnelly of Humanaut

In this conversation, Jim Donnelly, CEO and co-founder of Humanaut Health, discusses the concept of 'right away wellness' and its importance in the health optimization industry.  He emphasizes the need for quick results in wellness services and the intentionality behind creating positive customer experiences.  Jim shares insights on building a strong company culture, the significance of self-awareness in entrepreneurship, and the balance between personal and professional priorities. He also highlights the importance of leadership development and the impact of passion in business ventures.  He discusses his journey in the wellness industry, emphasizing the importance of navigating opportunities with passion, defining personal currency beyond money, and balancing selfishness with selflessness.  Guest Bio: Jim Donnelly is the CEO and co-founder of Humanaut Health, a premium clinic for health optimization and longevity medicine. He’s also the co-founder and former CEO of Restore Hyper Wellness, and the author of Restore. Jim is known for building high-performance teams and customer-first experiences, engineering “right away wellness” through intentional touchpoints, measurable processes, and culture-driven execution. Connect with Jim: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimdonnellyhumanaut/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanauthealth/ Website: http://www.humanauthealth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humanauthealth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/humanauthealth  Connect with Jordan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders: Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YjVR6OICHSlx03nsEnNMl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-founders-podcast/id1842965990  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2531665/free_share_page

[15] Voice Biomarkers, New Technology, & “Well-Being” vs. Wellness | Alex Fredericks of ToneWell

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, host Jordan Carroll speaks with Alex Fredericks, co-founder of ToneWell, an innovative voice analytics platform that provides wellness insights from 30 second voice recordings.  They discuss the distinction between wellness and well-being, the journey of developing ToneWell, the challenges of educating consumers about new technology, and the importance of understanding individual wellness through voice analysis. Alex shares insights on product development, market fit, and the significance of actionable wellness reports. He emphasizes the importance of diagnostics and data in personal health management, integrating wearables for better health tracking.  Alex also shares insights on innovations in wellness, the transition to becoming an entrepreneur, and his vision for leading by example in the wellness space with ToneWell. Guest Bio: Alex Fredericks is a product strategist and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience launching more than 50 products across technology, CPG, luxury, entertainment, blockchain, and wellness, generating over $500M in revenue along the way. He began his career in the music industry as an audio engineer and tour manager before transitioning into brand development and consumer product strategy, helping companies scale from zero to global reach.  Today, Alex is the Co-Founder of ToneWell, an analytic voice resonance platform that converts a 30-second voice clip into a real-time wellness snapshot. Through voice biomarkers and AI processing, ToneWell helps individuals prioritize actionable insights and build a better relationship with themselves. Alex blends performance psychology, product innovation, and wellness technology to create tools that make personal optimization more immediate, accessible, and individualized. Connect with Alex: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfredericks/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonewellco/ Website: https://tonewell.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tone.wellco/ Connect with Jordan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders: Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YjVR6OICHSlx03nsEnNMl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-founders-podcast/id1842965990  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2531665/free_share_page

[14] Normalizing THC, Functional Craft Beverages, & Post-Alcohol Culture | Matt Skinner of High Rise

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Matt Skinner, co-founder of High Rise Beverages, shares his journey from the Charleston Hemp Collective to creating a new wave of THC-infused non-alcoholic beverages.  He discusses the importance of community, timing, and experiential marketing in shaping perceptions of THC, and the emphasis behind his commitment to education and crafting unique products while navigating the challenges of the beverage industry.  Guest Bio: Matt Skinner is the co-founder of High Rise, a lifestyle-led THC beverage brand redefining how people socialize without alcohol. What began as a family health-driven hemp venture evolved into one of the fastest-growing THC drink brands in the U.S., partnering with major distributor networks, food festivals, and Sony Music. Matt is focused on building community-first wellness brands that lead with education, inclusion, and long-term trust, especially inside highly regulated, stigma-heavy markets. Connect with Matt: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-skinner-hrbc/  High Rise website: https://highrisebev.com/  High Rise Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/highrisebev High Rise Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highrisebev/  High Rise LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/high-rise-bev/  Charleston Hemp Collective: https://charlestonhempcollective.com/ Connect with Jordan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jspensir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanscarroll Follow Wellness Founders: Website: https://www.wellnessfounders.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessfounders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5YjVR6OICHSlx03nsEnNMl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-founders-podcast/id1842965990  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2531665/free_share_page