Words of Power: Transforming Communication Access for Underserved Communities with Hannelyn Perez

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This week, Jessica sits down with Hannelyn Perez, the innovative force behind SpeechBuddy – a groundbreaking platform transforming how we approach language and communication skills development.

Hannelyn's Journey

First-generation Latina experience and the values that shaped her path

Military service and how her veteran experience influences her leadership style

Her calling to speech pathology and identifying gaps in accessibility

Balancing cultural heritage with professional ambitions

The Birth of SpeechBuddy

The "aha moment" that led to creating a patent-pending technology

Transforming screen time from passive entertainment to educational empowerment

The challenges of navigating the tech startup landscape as a Latina founder

Building a product with both free and premium versions to ensure accessibility

Speech Pathology Through a Cultural Lens

How cultural backgrounds influence communication needs and approaches

Creating inclusive solutions that work across diverse communities

The Partner Program empowering fellow speech pathologists

Addressing language barriers that often prevent families from accessing needed services

Meeting Communities Where They Are

Hannelyn's mission to make quality speech therapy accessible to underserved populations

Leveraging technology to overcome time and resource limitations

The importance of culturally competent communication tools

Looking to the Future

Expansion plans for SpeechBuddy

Vision for revolutionizing speech therapy accessibility

Advice for other Latina entrepreneurs entering the tech and healthcare space

How listeners can support the mission and access SpeechBuddy resources

Connect with Hannelyn

Website: GetSpeechBuddy.com

Instagram: @GetSpeechBuddy

The Wine & Chisme Podcast celebrates the diverse journeys of professionals, artists, and changemakers across communities of color. Join host Jessica Yañez for unfiltered conversations about career, culture, and transformation—all paired with exceptional wine and authentic chisme.