Bootstrapping a business takes more than just passion—it demands planning, resources, and support. That's what Kimberly Pangaro discovered through her remarkable journey from struggling single mother to successful entrepreneur and nonprofit leader.

On this enlightening episode, Kim reveals how her personal brand "Atomic Mommy" evolved from a simple parenting blog to a digital publishing company, and ultimately inspired the Atomic Mommy Foundation. This nonprofit organization now provides crucial support to aspiring entrepreneurs through scholarships, grants, and practical business resources.

Kim doesn't shy away from sharing her lived experiences—homelessness, poverty, single parenthood—and how these challenges shaped her understanding of what entrepreneurs truly need to succeed. Her foundation fills critical gaps by offering not just financial assistance but partnerships with attorneys, tax preparers, and business coaches who provide essential guidance to grant recipients.

We dive deep into why so many new businesses fail within their first years. As Kim explains, many entrepreneurs focus exclusively on setting up their storefronts or social media without developing comprehensive business plans or understanding operational realities. The Atomic Mommy Foundation addresses these gaps by offering practical resources like guides to forming LLCs, tax preparation assistance, and mentorship from established business owners.

Perhaps most valuable is Kim's personal evolution from "manic entrepreneur" working around the clock to a business owner with systems that allow for work-life balance—especially important as a mother of four daughters. Her story demonstrates that entrepreneurial success doesn't require sacrificing family or personal wellbeing.

Ready to support or benefit from the Atomic Mommy Foundation? Connect with Kim via email at [email protected] or on Instagram @atomicmommy. Don't miss their upcoming networking event on June 14th at Red's in Carlstadt, NJ—an opportunity to build genuine connections that could transform your business journey.

Atomic Mommy

Kimberly Pangaro

[email protected]

atomicmommy.net

atomicmommyfoundation.org