In this episode of Market Makers, hosts Troy Duffie and Lenore Champagne Beirne speak with Sheila Lirio-Marcello, founder of Care.com and Ohai, about the significant economic impact of caregiving and the innovative solutions being developed to address the challenges that families face. Sheila shares her journey from identifying gaps in child and family care to launching Ohai, a platform designed to help families coordinate their everyday lives. The conversation delves into the importance of data-driven decision-making, the value of care in the economy, and the leadership lessons learned throughout Sheila’s career.
Chapters
- 00:00 Unlocking Productivity: The Economic Impact of Care
- 00:57 Introducing Ohi: A New Solution for Family Coordination
- 02:59 Identifying Gaps: Sheila’s Journey from Care.com to Ohi
- 06:13 Data-Driven Decisions: Building a Business in the Care Economy
- 09:10 The Value of Care: Understanding the Economic Infrastructure
- 13:07 Innovating in the Care Economy: The Next Frontier
- 17:07 Leadership Lessons: Insights from Sheila’s Experience
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