Executive Leadership Team
Susan Sly has been voted as one of the top female entrepreneurs in Artificial Intelligence in 2023 and listed by RT Insights as one of the top 19 women of Al to watch in 2024. She was the former Co-CEO and co-founder of RadiusAl, a leading computer vision company in the healthcare and retail sector, an angel investor, keynote speaker, and podcast host of the highly acclaimed show Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. She has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, and The Morning Show in Australia. Sly has been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She is a graduate of MIT Sloan.
Dr. Mia Chorney combines over 30 years of healthcare experience as an expert in women's cardiovascular care, menopause, and leveraging artificial intelligence (Al) in clinical healthcare applications. For over a decade, Dr. Chorney has committed to advancing women's cardiovascular health through precision medicine now at the Women's Heart Program in Scottsdale, Arizona. As a Menopause Society member, advanced training from the MIT in Al & Sloan School of Management, She also serves as a national speaker for ZOLL Medical and a genetics consultant, enhancing healthcare accessibility and empowering women to make informed health decisions.
Chris is our Chief Financial Officer, with extensive experience managing financial operations across technology, real estate, pharmacy, and military contracting. He has effectively managed a $5M annual budget, prepared detailed financial reports, and developed stringent financial controls. Chris excels in streamlining reporting processes, conducting external audits, and evaluating the financial impacts of new products and acquisitions. His strategic financial insights are invaluable in communicating with stakeholders and negotiating acquisition financing, making him essential to our company's financial leadership.
Board of Medical Advisors
Trained at Yale and the University of Chicago, Dr. Lisa Larkin is a women's health internist, menopause, sexual medicine, and medical breast expert and a physician and consumer educator who has been practicing in both academics and private practice for over 30 years. She is Founder and CEO of Ms.Medicine, a national health care organization dedicated to advancing women's health on a broader scale through innovation in care delivery models and consumer and clinician education and Founder and CEO of Concierge Medicine of Cincinnati, an Internal Medicine and Women's Health practice where she continues to practice clinically. Dr. Larkin also serves on the Board of Trustees of The Menopause Society, and has served as Treasurer (2019-2022), as Scientific Program Chair (2022-2023) and now as the President of the Society (2023-2024).
Dr. Jen Burke leads in preventive medicine, enhancing patient health with her expertise in Longevity and Sports Medicine. A graduate from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, her academic background in biomathematics from Rutgers College supports her holistic healthcare approach. Certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine in 2022 and as a Health and Wellness Coach in 2023, Dr. Burke emphasizes preventive care and lifestyle interventions. Her long service as Team USA Physician from 1999 to 2023 included key roles in US Figure Skating and US Triathlon, providing essential care and support during major competitions like the 2014 Winter Olympics. Her leadership at HonorHealth Medical Group in Arizona spans over 20 years, where she integrates family and sports medicine to improve health outcomes, focusing on a proactive, patient-centered approach that fosters well-being and vitality.
Dr. Mia Chorney combines over 30 years of healthcare experience as an expert in women's cardiovascular care, menopause, and leveraging artificial intelligence (Al) in clinical healthcare applications. For over a decade, Dr. Chorney has committed to advancing women's cardiovascular health through precision medicine now at the Women's Heart Program in Scottsdale, Arizona. As a Menopause Society member, advanced training from the MIT in Al & Sloan School of Management, She also serves as a national speaker for ZOLL Medical and a genetics consultant, enhancing healthcare accessibility and empowering women to make informed health decisions.
A professor and director of the Human Nutrition, Metabolism, and Performance Lab at Skidmore College, Dr. Paul brings decades of expertise in exercise physiology and nutrition. He has held teaching and research roles at leading institutions, including the University of Pittsburgh and Union College. Dr. Paul is the author of the Amazon #1 best-seller The PRISE® Life, offering science-backed strategies to reduce fat, build lean muscle, prevent disease, and enhance cognitive performance. His research has been featured in top journals like Nature Communications and showcased on BBC, TIME, and The Wall Street Journal. He has coached elite athletes, including Olympians and NHL professionals, and serves on several advisory boards, including the International Protein Board. With his extensive background, Dr. Paul will play a vital role in enhancing ThePause™ platform's personalized wellness solutions, empowering women with practical strategies for optimal hormone health.
Dr. Mitzi Krockover, a leading voice in women's health innovation, joins ThePause™ Board of Medical Advisors with expertise spanning medical practice, executive leadership, and healthcare investment. As the Founder and CEO of Woman Centered, LLC, she champions personalized solutions through consulting and education, while her podcast, Beyond the Paper Gown, equips women with essential health knowledge. Her leadership extends to Golden Seeds, where she advances health innovation by investing in women-led startups and co-founding the Arizona chapter. Additionally, Dr. Krockover serves on the boards of the Black Women's Health Imperative and the Institute for Mental Health Research, making her an advocate for equitable health care. With her insights, ThePause™ community will further enhance its Al-driven, gamified platform, empowering women with personalized hormone health solutions.
Advisors
Kathy Coover is an outstanding choice for a community advisor role. As cofounder and co-chairman of an $8 billion company, she has been recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Direct Selling and received the Woman of the Year award from the American Business Awards in 2015. With over 28 years in network marketing and a history of top performance at three companies, Kathy has proven her ability to lead successful teams. Her commitment to empowering women and families, along with her business acumen, makes her ideally suited to inspire community members towards personal and professional growth.
Lynn brings a wealth of experience and academic achievement to her role as our Grant and Governance Advisor. With a solid foundation in nursing from The University of British Columbia and advanced studies in Leadership from Royal Roads University, Lynn's career has spanned various high-impact positions in healthcare management. Her dual focus on operational excellence and strategic growth in the healthcare sector makes her an invaluable asset in navigating complex grant processes and governance structures, ensuring our projects not only meet but exceed their goals.
Brooke brings an extensive background in mental health consultation, speaking, and training. As the co-founder and President of Bernice Carnegie and Associates Inc., she specializes in Black Anti-Racism and Mental Health Promotion and Training. Her advisory roles with the Canadian Ministerial Advisory Council on Mental Health and the Public Health Agency of Canada showcase her dedication to advancing mental health initiatives. Brooke's diverse experience includes being a Wellness Recovery Facilitator, a speaker for Voices Against Stigma Everywhere (VASE), and a trainer for TC Online, combating human trafficking.
Beth brings her expertise in automation, robotics, Al, and computer vision to her role as Business Development Advisor at The Pause, where her work developing market strategies at Telaid in sectors like retail and distribution aligns closely with The Pause's mission to use Al to enhance women's health. As a lecturer at Emory University, she further advances knowledge in Al applications, underscoring her alignment with The Pause's vision for tech-driven, user-centered health support for women.
Ken has decades of experience in healthcare technology, having held pivotal leadership roles at industry giants like Samsung Health, McKesson, IBM, and UPMC's Smartroom initiative. His expertise in harnessing digital health innovations perfectly aligns with our mission: personalizing health journeys. With a track record of seamlessly integrating technology and healthcare, Ken's experience with global health leaders brings a vital edge to our team as we scale. His strategic insights and passion for collaboration will be instrumental in driving thePause™ forward.
ThePause™ Team
CONTACT US
The Pause Technologies, INC., (aka thePause.ai)
10810 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 102 – 178
Phoenix, AZ 85028
Phone: (855) 728-7324
Email: Hello@thePause.ai
Founded By: Susan Sly & Dr. Mia Chorney