Paper Napkin Wisdom - Podcast And Blog For Entrepreneurs, Leaders And Difference-makers

  When Katy Spada sat down with me on Paper Napkin Wisdom, she brought a napkin that was more than just words — it was a challenge:  “Build the world you wish existed for your younger self, and for those who come next.”  Katy isn’t just an entrepreneur. She’s a mother of two (ages 7 and 4), a storyteller, and the founder of Arya + Maan, a lifestyle and apparel company that’s grounded in values of creativity, heritage, and intentional living. What makes her story remarkable is how deeply personal it is. As she says, she never set out to be an entrepreneur — she calls herself an “accidental entrepreneur.” Yet, what started with a desire to create something meaningful for her family has grown into a mission-driven brand with a powerful message for anyone willing to listen.    Reclaiming Childhood Dreams  In the episode, Katy reflects on being a daydreamer as a child — someone who created fantastical worlds on paper. As an adult, she’s learned that those childhood imaginings were not flights of fancy b