The Fuqua Show
E42 - Overcoming Addiction and Becoming a Mental Health CEO (Jaime Blaustein)
Jaime Blaustein (MBA '18) recovered from 7 years of drug addiction before coming to Fuqua, pursuing investment banking, and becoming a mental health CEO. Combining his experiences in recovery with his business skills from Fuqua, Jaime co-founded the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center. As CEO, Jaime supports people with mental health conditions and substance use disorders to recover and rebuild their lives. Jaime’s journey is a powerful story that reminds us of the importance of resilience, hope, and service to others.
DUKE RESOURCES:
-Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS): 919-660-1000
NATIONAL RESOURCES:
-Al-Anon (Support for Friends & Family): 1-888-425-2666
-Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-4357
-Suicide & Crisis Hotline: Dial 988
Note: This is a student-run production. The opinions expressed in this podcast are the speakers' own and do not reflect the official view of Duke University, the Fuqua School of Business, or any organizations mentioned.
Jaime Blaustein (MBA '18) recovered from 7 years of drug addiction before coming to Fuqua, pursuing investment banking, and becoming a mental health CEO. Combining his experiences in recovery with his business skills from Fuqua, Jaime co-founded the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center. As CEO, Jaime supports people with mental health conditions and substance use disorders to recover and rebuild their lives. Jaime’s journey is a powerful story that reminds us of the importance of resilience, hope, and service to others.
DUKE RESOURCES:
-Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS): 919-660-1000
NATIONAL RESOURCES:
-Al-Anon (Support for Friends & Family): 1-888-425-2666
-Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-4357
-Suicide & Crisis Hotline: Dial 988
Note: This is a student-run production. The opinions expressed in this podcast are the speakers' own and do not reflect the official view of Duke University, the Fuqua School of Business, or any organizations mentioned.