#63 - Carrie Kerpen (Whisper Group Update 2026)

In this solo episode, Carrie pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to build an exit strategy for women founders—from choosing the right co-founder to expanding into brokerage without chasing growth for growth’s sake. She explains why so many women struggle with confidence during the exit process and how mindset, timing, and preparation directly impact business valuation.

You’ll also hear how the Whisper Group is evolving—from advisory to brokerage—and why selectivity is a competitive advantage when helping women navigate how to sell a company. If you’re building with an exit in mind or questioning whether you’re truly prepared for selling a business, this conversation will reshape how you think about female entrepreneurship and women founders exits.

00:00 Season 6 begins: why this chapter is different

00:43 The rise of women-owned businesses and the movement behind it

01:28 A major announcement: bringing on a co-founder

01:56 What actually matters when choosing the right co-founder

03:06 New upgrades, merch, and what’s evolving this season

03:23 Why we’re prioritizing in-person podcast conversations

03:43 Expanding into brokerage — with intention and restraint

05:12 The hidden cost of growth: expenses and pressure

05:41 Letting go of scarcity thinking while scaling

06:56 Why I’m genuinely excited about what’s ahead