From Boardroom to Battle: Her Breast Cancer Survivor’s Journey

In this inspiring episode of Polished Beauty Podcast, Dr. Daisy Ayim sits down with Nathalie Lum — founder and chairwoman of the Central Africa Business and Energy Forum, managing director of M&L Consulting and prominent figure in energy sector. A globetrotting executive rooted in Central Africa- based between Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon, Nathalie shares her intimate story of strength, perseverance, and grace after being diagnosed with breast cancer — and completing her treatment here in the United States. From navigating life as a global leader to rediscovering herself as a woman beyond the diagnosis, Nathalie opens up about the moment she rang the bell marking the end of chemotherapy, and what healing truly means for her.

You’ll Hear:

How Nathalie balanced leadership and life during treatment

The emotional and cultural realities of cancer care

How to advocate for self, nuggets she found instrumental in her journey and helpful information

What “ringing the bell” symbolizes for survivors Lessons in courage, femininity, and self-renewal How her journey reshaped her view of success and purpose

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