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Joy Allen-Altimare is a business expert, as well as a spokesperson for diversity and women.

10/12/2026

I love working from home. There, I said it.

After more than 25 years of building a career, leading teams, and balancing motherhood, partnership, and executive leadership, I can confidently say that working from home has made my life better.

I feel like a better mom. A better partner. And a better version of myself—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

I'm more present for my daughter, have more energy to invest in my relationship, and can prioritize my physical and mental well-being. And none of that has diminished my ambition or productivity. Quite the opposite.

That said, I recognize that working remotely isn't necessarily the best model for everyone.

There is tremendous value in being physically present, particularly for those earlier in their careers or working in creative environments where spontaneous collaboration can lead to great ideas.

There's also an education that comes from proximity to experienced leaders. Watching how executives navigate conflict, run meetings, negotiate, build consensus, and make difficult decisions teaches lessons that aren't always possible to replicate on Zoom.

I benefited from those experiences, and I believe the next generation deserves them, too.

But I think we've gotten the conversation wrong.

We spend too much time debating where people should work and not enough time considering how to create environments where they can thrive.

Not every role, employee, or career stage requires the same approach.

Flexibility isn't the absence of accountability. And visibility isn't the same as value.

I love working from home because it allows me to show up more fully—as a mother, a partner, a woman, and an executive.

And I don't believe we should have to sacrifice one to succeed at the others. Because at the end of the day, success shouldn't just be measured by what we accomplish at work, but by how fully we're able to show up for the people and moments that matter most.

10/09/2026

The Missing Years deserve more than a conversation.

This week I was in DC speaking at the Women’s Health Horizons event. I wanted to challenge everyone there (and beyond) to rethink how we approach midlife women’s health, and why closing the gap is essential to building a future where women have greater agency at every stage of life.

Thank you to Women’s Health Horizons for creating space for this important conversation. ❤️ Proud of for taking part in this!

09/02/2026

Perimenopause doesn't begin overnight, and for many women, it starts long before they realize what's happening.

The more we understand about this transition, the more empowered we are to advocate for our health, ask better questions, and support one another. Women deserve better information, more open conversations, and solutions that meet them where they are.

I hope this helps you feel a little more informed—and reminds you that you're not alone. 💜 Save this for later, and share it with a woman who might need to see it. For more information head to VellaBio.com 💜

08/28/2026

Women are SMART. And the more we know about our bodies, our health, and our options, the more empowered we are to live a truly fulfilled life. ✨

That’s a huge part of why I wanted to get back into female health…for us, and for our daughters and sons. We deserve to understand what’s happening in our bodies, especially during perimenopause and menopause. We are not “crazy.” There are real changes happening, and we deserve real information, real conversations, and real solutions.

At Vella, we want to be part of that solution.

And what better way to bring incredible women together than over my favorite game: Mahjong!

I’m so grateful for the amazing women who joined us for Mahjong, Martinis & Menopause!

Who’s ready for the next night out with us? 👀

08/24/2026

And just like that… 7th grade. 🥹📚✨

First day of school for my girl, and I’m feeling all the things. Watching Ella grow into this smart, kind, confident, faith-filled young woman is one of the greatest privileges of my life.

My prayer for this year is that she continues to reach for great heights while staying grounded in who God created her to be. May she be challenged academically, strengthened in her faith, surrounded by good friends, and brave enough to try, fail, learn, and try again.

And yes… there will be plenty of volleyball along the way. 🏐❤️

Here’s to 7th grade, Ella! Go be great. Mommy is always cheering the loudest. ❤️

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3

08/22/2026

There’s something powerful about women coming together to have honest, informed conversations about what it means to thrive in midlife.

I was grateful to speak at this beautiful women’s retreat and to be part of a conversation centered on women’s health, intimacy, and the power of understanding our bodies as they evolve.

A special thank you to Dr. Andrea Wolfe, MD, FACOG for sharing so much invaluable information and expertise, and to Jennifer Litchfield Bollman for creating and hosting such an intentional space for women to learn, connect, and ask the questions we don’t talk about nearly enough.

My hope is that every woman left feeling more informed, more empowered, and with a greater sense of agency over her midlife and intimate wellness—because this chapter of our lives deserves just as much attention, investment, curiosity, and joy as every chapter that came before it.

Here’s to changing the conversation—and giving women the knowledge and tools to advocate for the lives, health, and intimacy they deserve. 🤍

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08/07/2026

We've spent years investing in workplace performance.

-Leadership coaching.
-Executive development.
-Mental health.
-Flexible work.

But there's one performance driver we're still hesitant to talk about: women's health.

As more women step into leadership roles, many are simultaneously navigating hormonal changes that can affect sleep, cognition, confidence, focus, and overall wellbeing, often without language, resources, or workplace understanding.

This isn't just a healthcare conversation. It's a leadership conversation.

In my latest Chief article, I explore why women's health has become one of leadership's biggest blind spots, why silence comes at a cost, and why the organizations willing to address it will have a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining top talent.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://chief.com/articles/joy-allen-altimare-womens-health-leadership?utm_source=members&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=leadershipadvantagearticle

07/31/2026

I have worked in healthcare and specifically women's health for many years. One thing I hope we can normalize a little more? Talking about women's PLEASURE with the same openness we talk about every other aspect of health.

Because when something impacts our relationships, confidence, stress levels, sleep, and overall well-being, it deserves more than silence.

National Or**sm Day is a reminder that women's health is bigger than reproductive health alone. Pleasure matters, too. Here's to asking better questions, having more honest conversations, and continuing to move the wellness industry forward.

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07/17/2026

For too long, we've been told to expect hot flashes and little else. But the perimenopause/menopause transition is so much more complex, and no one should have to piece it together alone.

The good news? These changes are common. They're real. And they deserve conversations rooted in science, not stigma. That's what we are doing over at .

The more we understand what's happening in our bodies, the more empowered we become to advocate for our health, seek solutions, and support one another.

What do you wish someone had prepared you for? Share it below. Your experience might be exactly what another woman needs to hear. 💜

07/16/2026

Some conversations stay with you long after the evening ends.

I’m incredibly grateful to Rakia Reynolds for bringing together such an extraordinary group of women, and to Sheila Lirio Marcelo and Alexis McGill Johnson for fostering a dialogue rooted in courage, purpose, and community.

There was something incredibly powerful about being in a room where wisdom was shared so generously, leadership was defined by service, and every conversation challenged us to think bigger—not just about what we’re building, but about who we’re becoming.

I left inspired, energized, and even more committed to leading with purpose and creating spaces where women can thrive together.

Thank you for the conversation, the generosity, and the reminder that our greatest impact is rarely made alone. 💜

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