igniteXL Presents: Ten Steps to Empowering yourself through your reproductive and post-reproductive life

​igniteXL Ventures Presents: Ten Steps to Empowering yourself through your reproductive and post-reproductive life – understanding and controlling your own personal journey.

​igniteXL Ventures invites you to an insightful discussion on menopause, hormone health, and longevity, featuring leading experts Dr. Gary Aaron (Sydney) and Helene Guillaume (Portugal). This session will break down the science behind perimenopause and menopause, exploring hormonal changes, treatment options—including HRT and non-hormonal alternatives—and the role of bio-identical hormone therapy in optimizing health.

​At igniteXL Ventures, we are committed to driving innovation in women’s health and empowering women with the knowledge they need to take control of their health journey. This event is an opportunity to demystify menopause, challenge outdated narratives, and foster informed decision-making around one of the most pivotal transitions in a woman’s life.

Speakers

​Dr. Gary Aaron (Sydney)
Dr. Gary Aaron is a leading menopause specialist and founder of Australia’s largest menopause center, where he has treated tens of thousands of women using bio-identical hormone therapy and personalized treatment plans. Originally from South Africa, Dr. Aaron’s journey into menopause care began in the early 2000s when new research on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) sparked widespread fear and confusion. Determined to provide women with safe, science-based solutions, he pioneered an approach that tailors hormone treatments to individual needs. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Aaron has developed a deep understanding of hormonal health, helping women manage symptoms, improve quality of life, and take charge of their long-term well-being.

​Helene Guillaume (Portugal)
Helene Guillaume is the founder and CEO of Wild.AI, an innovative platform designed to help women optimize their health, fitness, and performance based on their unique hormonal cycles. A former elite athlete with a background in mathematics, data science, and engineering, Helene recognized the massive gender data gap in health research and set out to change it. Wild.AI leverages cutting-edge science to provide women with personalized recommendations on training, recovery, and overall well-being, whether they are menstruating, pregnant, perimenopausal, or postmenopausal. Her mission is to empower women with knowledge so they can make informed decisions about their health at every life stage.

​Claire Chang (San Francisco)
Claire Chang is the Founder & General Partner of igniteXL Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based venture fund investing in health, wellness, and consumer technology. With over two decades in the startup ecosystem, Claire has dedicated her career to identifying and supporting groundbreaking innovations that improve how we look, feel, live, and age. A global thought leader in women’s health and longevity, she serves on multiple advisory boards focused on healthtech and aging solutions. Claire’s passion lies in bridging the gap between science, technology, and consumer needs, ensuring that women have access to the best tools and resources to take charge of their health.

​Join us for this transformative conversation as we break down the key steps to understanding hormonal changes, treatment options, and long-term health strategies, so every woman can confidently navigate her personal health journey.

​This is a private event with invite only. ZOOM link will be shared prior to the confirmed guest list.