Join us as we dive into the remarkable journey of Mary Fusillo, a registered nurse turned entrepreneur, who navigated the challenging world of fertility solutions with sheer determination and innovative strategies. Discover how she transitioned from managing an IVF clinic to founding a successful international business empire, all while sharing invaluable insights and lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Mary Fusillo is the inspiring founder of Family Solutions International, overseeing three companies: The Donor Solution, 3 Sisters Surrogacy, and Fertility Consultants. With a background as a registered nurse and a trailblazer in the fertility industry, Mary transitioned from journalism to nursing, later managing an IVF clinic and consulting in fertility care. Driven by her own fertility journey, she launched her business to provide personalized, compassionate support to those seeking egg donors and surrogates. Over 17 years, Mary has grown her business from local roots to an international presence, all while emphasizing the importance of reducing overhead, staying adaptive, and maintaining the human touch in client relations.

Below are the key takeaways from this episode:

• From Nursing to Entrepreneurship: Mary Fusillo transitioned to fertility consulting after personal experiences, founding Family Solutions International, which includes The Donor Solution, 3 Sisters Surrogacy, and Fertility Consultants.
• Entrepreneurial Insights: Emphasizes reducing overhead costs, utilizing resources like small business classes, and self-funding over bank loans due to adverse experiences with banks.
• Evolution of Donor Motivations: Donors’ financial motivations have shifted to significant goals like student loans or property, though altruism remains a strong factor for 90% of donors.
• Adapting to Change: The pandemic led to virtual operations and digital platforms, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and expanding reach.
• Client-Focused Matching: Mary’s approach involves detailed donor profiles and a curated pool, ensuring high-quality matches and informed choices for clients.

Todays guest, Mary Fusillo, can be found online at:
Website: https://familysolutionsinternational.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedonorsolution/

Your host, Scott Turman, can be found online at:
BrightRay Publishing: https://brightray.com/
Entrepreneur Website: https://scottturman.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottturman/