In this episode, I spoke with Robynne Pendariès, an American-born ADHD coach and entrepreneur living in Paris. We explored the intersections of Jewish identity, neurodiversity, and entrepreneurship, and how personal experiences can shape professional purpose.

Robynne shared her inspiring journey from Philadelphia to Paris - from working in fashion to discovering her passion for organizing and eventually transitioning into ADHD coaching. She opened up about her Jewish roots, raising her children in a multicultural family, and building a life of meaning, balance, and connection in France.

👩‍💼 About Robynne Pendariès:

Robynne Pendariès is an ADHD Coach for adults. She began her career in child psychology after graduating from Tufts University, later working as a fashion buyer in Paris before founding the first English-speaking Professional Organizing company in Paris, France in 2006. Her work with neurodivergent clients inspired her transition into ADHD coaching, where she combines her organizing expertise with ICF-accredited training. Drawing on both professional knowledge and personal experience as the wife and mother of "ADHDers", Robynne supports adults and their partners in creating lives that fit their unique brains.

💡 What We Talked About:

• Robynne’s journey from Philadelphia to Paris and her professional evolution
• How her background in child psychology and organizing led her to ADHD coaching
• Jewish identity and family life in France
• The challenges and joys of being Jewish in today’s France
• Creating “Schvesters,” a sisterhood for Jewish-American women married to Frenchmen
• The importance of community, belonging, and safe spaces for Jewish women
• How ADHD awareness and coaching transform lives
• Finding balance between expressing and protecting one’s identity
• Robynne’s favorite Yiddish word (“kvell”), her inspiration Simone Veil, and her reflections on Jewish pride

If you want to know more about Robynne, click here https://www.robynnependaries.com/

If you want a free resource from Robynne, click here https://www.robynnependaries.com/freeresource

🎙️ Who is Pnina?

Pnina is the Director of Partnership2Gether at the Jewish Agency for Israel and she is an activist involved in several volunteer endeavors in Israel, aimed at social change.

Pnina was named as one of the 50 most influential women in Israel published by the Globes magazine in 2023.

Pnina is married to Avi and together they are raising three little kids Eitan, Erez and Ella.

✨ What we discussed:

1. Pnina’s professional background and current role at the Jewish Agency
2. The impact of October 7th on her personal and professional life
3. Shift in focus from global connections to emotional support for communities
4. The Jewish Agency’s evolving mission and programs
5. A new model for long-term partnerships between diaspora and Israeli communities
6. Changes in the Israel-diaspora relationship post-October 7
7. Importance of Jewish identity, pride, and education
8. The value of collective community over individualism
9. Empowerment of Jewish women leaders through the Global Leadership Conference

Tune in to hear how one woman’s leadership is helping shape the future of global Jewish unity - and why it’s a mission we all share.

PS - Please note that this episode was recorded in May 2025.

Who is Jamie?

Jamie Geller is the Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish, following a distinguished career as an award-winning producer and marketing executive with HBO, CNN, and Food Network.

She is the founder of Kosher Network International, which she built into the world's largest Jewish food and lifestyle media company, reaching an audience of 5 million and garnering over 1 billion views.

An eight-time bestselling author, Jamie is a frequent guest on major television shows, including The Today Show, and has been featured in prominent publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal.

🎧 Episode Description:

In this inspiring episode, Jamie Geller, Chief Communications Officer and Global Spokesperson for Aish, opens up about her remarkable journey - from producing for HBO and founding the world’s largest Jewish food media brand to making Aliyah and stepping into a mission-driven role in Israel.

Jamie shares how her career, identity, and purpose transformed, especially after October 7th. She speaks with Nathalie about navigating crisis, leaning into intuition, and staying grounded in values while leading through upheaval. The conversation also explores the emotional impact of war, the shift in Jewish identity globally, and the courageous role of Jewish women and students in shaping the future.

✨ What we discussed:

1. Jamie’s journey from media executive in the U.S. to life in Israel
2. Her transition from Kosher Network International to Aish
3. Following intuition through life and career changes
4. The emotional and professional impact of the war
5. Staying mission-driven in times of crisis
6. Changes in global Jewish identity since October 7th
7. Jewish student activism and rising antisemitism on campuses
8. The duality of Jewish pain and joy (Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut)
9. The unique role of Jewish women in redemption and resilience

PS - Please note that this episode was recorded in May 2025.