Be proactive: Take care of yourself

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Float or Founder episode 26: Carolyn Plater & Stephanie Kersta

Carolyn Plater and Stephanie Kersta have years of experience in the healthcare and addiction field. They saw a trend of people only seeking help once their lives had crumbled and their stress was too much to manage. They wanted to provide a proactive solution. Out of that, Hoame was born.

Hoame is a meditation studio downtown with a variety of rooms of wellness themes. Carolyn and Stephanie discuss finding a place that felt like home, transitioning from their work in nursing to running a company, and top tips for entrepreneurs to handle the stress in their lives. Carolyn and Stephanie are best friends with a well-balanced cofounder relationship who had great insights into finding a space downtown Toronto, building their team when their space wasn't complete, and partnering with McMaster University on wellness courses.

About Carolyn Plater

Co-Founder of Hoame

Carolyn Plater graduated with an Honours BA. in Psychology from York University. She received her Addiction Education Diploma from McMaster University and her Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, which included a joint collaborative program in Addiction Studies. She possesses additional certifications in mental health and wellness and holds a teaching position at McMaster University, Humber College, and more. She co-founded Hoame with Stephanie Kersta.

About Stephanie Kersta

Co-Founder of Hoame

Stephanie Kersta holds an Honors Bachelor of Science with a specialty in Psychology, and a Masters of Science in Psychology. Additionally, she holds a number of certifications, including a post-graduate certificates in mental health and holds teaching positions at both McMaster University and Durham College. She co-founded Hoame with Carolyn Plater.