With a background that spans competitive sports, international relations, PR, and now tech entrepreneurship, Ashley has always been driven by one core value: meaningful connection. Whether she’s leading her team, raising her children, or building new pathways for digital wellness, Ashley brings clarity, compassion, and conviction to everything she touches.Anna and Ashley dive into what it takes to create a product rooted in empathy, the realities of raising a company and a family simultaneously, and why human connection — not just scale — should be every founder’s North Star.If you’re building something from the ground up (or trying to stay grounded while doing it), this episode is your reminder that leadership is personal — and community is everything.👠 Key Moments:The origin story of CanWe and the mission behind “social navigation”How Ashley balances her roles as founder, wife, and mother — without losing herself in the processWhy she believes connection is the most powerful metric in businessHer thoughts on building inclusive digital spaces and scaling with soulWhat personal presence, leadership style, and wardrobe mean to her as a modern woman in tech🎧 Tune in now for a conversation that blends motherhood, mission, and momentum — and discover how Ashley is redefining success through intention, impact, and authentic connection.Adding a chic twist to each episode, the 'I Want Her Shoes Podcast' is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for.📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view! https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcastFollow us for more updates:IWHS Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/IWHS Pod Website: https://iwanthershoes.com/Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/Ashley’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/ashleytaylorarguello/Download CanWe: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/canwe/id6743126790 EPISODE CREDITS:Writer and Host: Anna AnisinProduced, edited, and mixed by the Formulatedby TeamLINKS:Visit the I Want Her Shoes Website Follow on InstagramWatch on YouTube Subscribe to the Newsletter

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