cbuzz: Chelsea Elliott, Somocom Lab: Innovating Emotional Intelligence

Episode proudly sponsored by: Wright-Patt Credit Union

In this episode we sit down with Chelsea Elliott, Founder of Somocom Lab. Since 2021, Somocom Lab has been on a mission to help people feel their feelings. People have difficulty communicating when they do not have the words they need to express themselves or the right tools to manage their emotions effectively. With the resources we create in the “Lab”, parents, educators, and workplace leaders can create emotionally healthy and safe environments that foster positive relationships and communication. 

Chelsea Elliot, Founder, Somocom Lab

Chelsea C. Elliott’s journey to founding Sōmōcom Lab and creating the EQ Kids Crew!® card game is a testament to the power of resilience, empathy, and a deep-seated desire to make the world a better place for children and families. With a rich background in psychology and social work, Chelsea’s educational and professional path laid the foundation for her innovative approach to emotional intelligence education. Her personal struggles with mental health challenges since childhood have not only shaped her empathetic perspective but have also fueled her mission to normalize emotions in families, schools, and workplaces globally.

Chelsea’s vision for Sōmōcom Lab is born out of a belief that understanding, expressing, and managing emotions with kindness and empathy can transform lives. Through her work, she aims to provide children with the safe spaces they need to feel loved, accepted, and emotionally free. The EQ Kids Crew!® card game, along with the emotional intelligence series inspired by her daughter Natalie, represents Chelsea’s commitment to teaching kids about their emotions in a fun, interactive, and relatable way.

Chelsea’s achievements and recognition, including features on the Today Show, Parents Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, Authority Magazine, The Karen Hunter Show on Sirius XM Radio, and other prestigious platforms, underscore her impact on the field of emotional intelligence. Her academic accomplishments, coupled with her personal experiences, have equipped her with a unique understanding and approach to helping others.

At the heart of Chelsea’s work is a sought-after through Sōmōcom Lab: to build a future where every individual can navigate life’s challenges with emotional resilience and find joy in every moment. Chelsea, alongside her loving family and through her groundbreaking initiatives, continues to inspire and empower individuals to embark on their healing journeys, fostering a world where expressing feelings is not just accepted but celebrated.

To learn more about Somocom Lab, visit https://www.somocomlab.com/

Tune in today as Chelsea Elliot, Founder of Somocom Lab, sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to discuss: Innovating Emotional Intelligence

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller. You can learn about Capital University here.

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