Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway, the leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products, confronted a personal emotional crisis just as her business faced mounting pressure from the alternative milk industry. Despite these challenges, she emerged stronger in both her personal life and professional journey. In this talk, Julie shares her top five lessons on navigating crises with resilience, reframing challenges, and transforming the toughest moments into opportunities for growth.