Better with Age: Navigating Midlife and Beyond

What happens after menopause — when the turbulence settles and something new begins?

Join us for an engaging, honest, and surprisingly uplifting salon-style conversation exploring post-menopause as a time of clarity, creativity, and possibility. This evening looks beyond the transition itself to what comes next: renewed energy, purpose, and the confidence to shape what truly lights you up.

Guided by Fiona Jalinoos, the conversation brings together insights on health and policy, the midlife career pivot, and the cultural reframe of aging — all grounded in lived experience, humor, and hope. The evening also includes gentle chair yoga and time to connect in community. Open to all ages and all who are curious about midlife, longevity, and what it means to grow forward — together. This event is open to all ages and genders who are curious to learn, reflect, and engage. Come for the conversation, stay for the community, and leave inspired by the possibilities of midlife.

Facilitators & Panelists
Fiona Jalinoos, C-IAYT
Certified Yoga Therapist & Yoga Teacher
Fiona Jalinoos is a certified Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist with over 30 years of personal practice in various styles of yoga worldwide. She teaches regular and pelvic floor group classes and works one-on-one with clients, supporting people through midlife and beyond with compassion and practical tools. | Learn more at fionajalinoosyoga.com

Lisa McDonald, MPH
Director of Policy & Advocacy, The ‘Pause Life
Lisa McDonald is a menopause advocate with a background in public health policy and activism. She serves as Director of Policy and Advocacy for Dr. Mary Claire Haver’s The ‘Pause Life, advancing menopause reform nationwide. Lisa serves on multiple national policy committees and advocates at the state and federal levels, driven by her own experience with surgical menopause and a commitment to equity in women’s health.

Mary Olson-Menzel
CEO & Founder, MVP Executive Development
Author of What Lights You Up? (National Bestseller)
Mary Olson-Menzel is a renowned expert in career and workplace success with over 30 years of global leadership experience across media, tech, healthcare, and sports. As an executive leadership coach and inspiring speaker, Mary helps individuals and organizations unlock potential and navigate meaningful midlife pivots. She is a member of the Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches and a guest lecturer at NYU and Northwestern University.

Dina Aronson
Writer, Editor & Pro-Age Advocate
Dina Aronson is a writer, editor, and pro-age advocate passionate about reframing the cultural conversation around aging. She is the founder of Patina with Dina Aronson, a Substack newsletter exploring midlife through a candid, soulful lens, and co-editor of Midlife Private Parts. Dina lives between New York City and Miami and champions stories that reflect the real complexity and power of midlife women.

Dina Alvarez
Writer & Co-Editor, Midlife Private Parts
Dina Alvarez is a writer and co-editor of Midlife Private Parts: Revealing Essays That Will Change the Way You Think About Age. A former journalist and nonprofit development professional, she is deeply committed to amplifying women’s voices through storytelling and education. Dina lives in New York City with her family and continues to support work that fosters honesty, connection, and self-discovery.