Episode 2: Got Cancer? Get Empowered by a Survivor!

Meet Joanne Persico – mother of two, founder of her own tech company AND breast cancer survivor with a kick-ass attitude! In 2013, Joanne chose to get a double mastectomy as part of her cancer journey. Her positive, “can-do” perspective on life is inspiring to anyone going through a health challenge.


In this episode you’ll hear:

  • How to stay positive when going through any health challenge

  • What to watch out for in support groups

  • Humorous moments that happen amid serious tragedy

  • How cancer doesn’t need to define your life


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About Joanne Persico: 

Joanne Persico is a breast cancer survivor and President and Co-founder of ONEcount, an Actionable Customer Data Platform designed to help companies connect all their data silos to create deeper identity and behavioral intelligence and insights. As President, Joanne is responsible for ONEcount's overall business strategy and sales operations. 

Joanne is a frequent industry speaker on the importance of data and marketing to increase business impact. Named top 10 Fascinating People in B2B marketing in 2020, Joanne sits on the board of directors for The Media Audience & Content Marketing Association and served as past President of the National Association of Women Business Owners/Long Island Chapter.

Joanne's personal passion is helping other business owners and entrepreneurs achieve 10x success. Host of the weekly Bold Minds Virtual Mixer, started during COVID lockdown, Bold Minds is a casual think tank of CEOs, executives and industry professionals that share insights, ideas and even personal challenges. 


Things mentioned in the episode:

There goes that damn other shoe again! Book by Angela Gisonni


Connect with Joanne Persico

Website: https://www.one-count.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepersico/


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