About this podcast

In this inspiring episode of The Balance Theory podcast, host Erika sits down with Kiri Yanchenko, the visionary founder and CEO of AMPERNA®, a leading Topical Probiotic Skincare company. Kiri shares her deeply personal journey from grappling with severe pustular acne and perioral dermatitis to building a successful brand dedicated to helping others achieve comfortable skin. The conversation delves into the profound challenges Kiri faced before AMPERNA, experiencing life's rug pulled out from under her, and how these difficult times became the catalyst for her entrepreneurial leap. Listeners will gain valuable insights into upskilling for a side hustle, finding balance amidst chaos, the impact of high cortisol levels, and practical strategies for managing work-life boundaries, including time blocking. Kiri offers a raw and honest account of the realities of starting a business and the transformative power of a holistic wellness process.