Building Community and Freedom as a Mom Entrepreneur with Eryn Vargo

In this heartfelt and real episode, host Allison Walsh sits down with Eryn Vargo — publisher, editor-in-chief, and the driving force behind Orlando Mom Collective and Mom Commerce Media — to talk about balancing motherhood, purpose, and building an authentic community for moms and local businesses.

Eryn shares her journey from leaving a secure six-figure corporate job to creating freedom of time and a life on purpose. She opens up about building meaningful connections, what it really looks like behind the scenes for mompreneurs, and how the Prosper and Flourish program supports women in business.

💡 Key Takeaways
→ How Eryn turned her corporate marketing experience into a thriving local mom community
→ Why time freedom matters more than a traditional 9-5
→ Real talk: what it really looks like to juggle four kids, business, and personal purpose
→ The power of surrounding yourself with authentic community and not falling for the social media highlight reel
→ How Orlando Mom Collective hosts 50+ events a year for moms and local business owners
→ The story behind Prosper and Flourish and why middle-of-the-road women entrepreneurs need it
→ Eryn’s must-read books for purpose, legacy, and leadership

👩🏻‍💻 About Eryn Vargo
Publisher, editor-in-chief, and health-conscious momma of four amazing kiddos ranging from ages 8 to 22 — Eryn Vargo is one busy momma! She’s a marketing maven and mentor with over 20 years of business development and marketing experience. Obsessed with purpose, giving back, wellness, and authentic connection, Eryn uses her deep experience to educate, encourage, engage, empower, and elevate other mompreneurs in life and business.

Living in Orlando for over 18 years, this Flo-Grown, Miami native loves everything about The City Beautiful — from the arts scene and local food spots to supporting countless non-profits. Eryn is an accredited Integrative Wellness Consultant, Purpose Coach, and certified Social Entrepreneurship & Small Business Coach. She thrives on helping other women prosper and flourish while using business as a force for good. Welcome to Orlando Mom Collective, where Eryn’s mission is to live on purpose and lift up others along the way.

🛠️ Resources & Links
💛 Follow Orlando Mom Collective & Eryn Vargo:
Instagram: @orlandomomcollective
Facebook: Orlando Mom Collective
Pinterest: Orlando Moms
LinkedIn: Eryn Vargo
 

🌐 Website & Newsletter: orlandomom.com — subscribe for local news, events, and opportunities to connect
✨ Prosper and Flourish Program: orlandomom.com/prosperandflourish

📚 Eryn’s Top Book Picks:
• The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
• Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty
• What’s My Legacy by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s family and collaborators

💬 Memorable Moments

• “Freedom of time is all I’ve ever really been seeking. Being able to ‘mom’ on my terms is what makes it worth it.”
• “Entrepreneurship isn’t glamorous — it’s messy, beautiful, and hard. That’s why we need real community, not just a highlight reel.”
• “If you believe in yourself, have a plan, and surround yourself with the right people, you can make anything happen.”
• “I sat on Prosper and Flourish for years. Once I believed I could, I made it real — and filled a gap for women just like me.”

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