Three quick questions with Terese

"Welcome to three quick questions where you meet Terese Torenfält, our inspiring COO at Peptonic Medical. With her extensive experience and passion for women's health, Terese shares her everyday life filled with innovation, challenges, and the drive that shapes her work. Through her words, we gain insight into what it is like to lead in a growth company and what the meaning of 'Stay Pussytive' is for her personally and professionally."

"Get to know Terese. Next time in three quick questions you will meet more people in our dynamic team, all contributing to our shared vision ❤️"

"What inspires you in your role as COO at Peptonic Medical?" 

"The role as COO at Peptonic Medical is in itself very inspiring because it is such a varied job, where no day is like the other," Terese explains with a smile. "It motivates me enormously to be involved in the development of clinically proven products that genuinely help women with various types of intimate discomfort. Our bases, which are found in AktivGel and Vernivia, pave the way for both unique and exciting product development going forward. It is also exciting that as an expanding company we already have several approved patents in both the USA and Europe, which" "supports the level of innovation present in our product portfolio." "It is also incredibly stimulating to work on developing our market in the Nordics while expanding our operations with international partners in Europe and the USA. Alongside all this, I get to be part of a fantastic team with individuals who inspire and challenge me and with whom I get to laugh. That is incredibly important when you are on a journey like this. That we together build a culture where we trust each other, dare to challenge and have an open atmosphere, where we can support each other on tough days and celebrate each other when we win, and where we also dare to dream big. I am driven and inspired by being part of building a culture where we care about each other and create a long-term sustainable work environment despite high ambitions and a fast pace." 

"What is the biggest challenge of working in a growth company?"

"Being part of a growth company is a bit like riding a roller coaster – it's intense, unpredictable, and somewhat addictive," Terese laughs. "Every day is filled with new challenges where you have to be creative and find solutions with limited resources. But that's also what I love – being part of building something, forging new paths where there is no manual from the start, and seeing clear results from the hard work we put in together. And one of the most beautiful things about journeys like this is the bonds we create with each other, where we become like a small family and form friendships for life."

 "What does "Stay Pussytive" mean to you?"

 "My passion for women's rights is one of my core issues. I have been involved in several ways, both voluntarily and in my previous professional roles, with the goal of primarily influencing the future in a positive direction for young girls. For me, 'Stay Pussytive' means being brave, daring to lead and challenge established truths. It means daring to ask difficult questions and have the tough conversations. When everyone says it can't be done because "that's how it's always been," we do it anyway. Talking about change is one thing, but actually implementing it is something else entirely. There are still so many taboos around intimate health and many women hesitate to talk about their experiences. We need a larger societal debate about these challenges, break norms and find solutions. 'Stay Pussytive' is more than a powerful word; it is a movement that strengthens women's health and rights. I am committed to driving this change, not only through our fantastic products and strong brand but by creating a community where together we can be a strong force for change."