The Sweetest Little Podcast

In this episode of The Sweetest Little Life podcast, host Courtney Hanson welcomes Sarah Michelle Boes, a former nurse practitioner turned entrepreneur and advocate for congenital heart disease (CHD). Sarah shares her inspiring journey of building a million-dollar business, selling it, and pivoting into advocacy work after her daughter was born with multiple heart defects. She opens up about the challenges of motherhood, her own mental health struggles, and her commitment to raising awareness and funding for CHD research. Tune in to hear her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and purpose-driven work. About Sarah: Sarah Michelle Boes, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is the Founder of Sarah Michelle NP Reviews and currently serves as the Chief Nursing Officer at Blueprint Test Prep. With a robust educational background including a BSN from the University of Kentucky and an MSN in Nursing Education from Western Governors University, Sarah has extensive experience in oncology, intensive care, and nursing education. In 2020, she launched SMNP Reviews, an innovative platform that rapidly grew to a seven-figure business within seven months. Following SMNP Reviews’ acquisition by Blueprint in 2022, Sarah transitioned to a role where she continues to oversee the nursing vertical and integrate cutting-edge educational technologies. Sarah's entrepreneurial journey is deeply intertwined with her personal life. Her daughter Meadow, born with severe heart defects, has required extensive medical care, inspiring Sarah's commitment to pediatric cardiac research and care. In recognition of Meadow’s journey, Sarah and her husband are making a $15 million legacy donation to Norton Children's Hospital, where the new Congenital Heart Center will be named in their honor. This contribution underscores their dedication to improving healthcare for children with congenital heart conditions. Connect with Sarah: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-deal-nurse-practitioner-club/id1552285929 https://sarahmichelleboes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichellenp/?hl=en