Began writing at a young age and won her first writing award at just 13
Transitioned from marketing major brands to writing both fiction and nonfiction
Early love for dance, starting with ballet at age five
Discovered dance movement therapy as a scientific discipline
Sally Ann Frank is Global Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, driving digital health and life sciences innovation and supporting founders with strategic growth, technical enablement, and go-to-market acceleration.
She brings over 25 years of experience in high-tech business development and startup ecosystems and is the author of The Startup Protocol and The Unicorn Protocol, offering practical guidance for founders at every stage.
• Growing up in an addicted family
• An unexpected start during a graduate internship
Diagnosed with a terminal heart condition from ages 4 to 14
Learned gratitude, presence, and resilience through adversity
A childhood love for solving puzzles and recognizing patterns
Deep-rooted family values and faith
Philosophizing about life’s purpose from a young age
Observing how differently people respond to challenges at work
Growing up during Bluebird’s early years amid economic hardship
Learning the importance of respecting others from childhood experiences
Arielle is a love alchemist, bestselling author, and a trusted guide for women seeking to find love, sustain love, and embody love in their lives.
She has led transformative workshops at globally renowned institutions including Esalen, Omega Institute, and the Chopra Center.
Grew up in a family of storytellers; her father used stories as a tool for teaching and discipline
Discovered the emotional power of stories to shape values and behavior
