Olivia Dreizen Howell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fresh Starts Registry, the first and only platform designed to support individuals through major life transitions such as divorce, career changes, and personal reinvention. A certified life and success coach, clinical hypnotherapist, and neurolinguistic practitioner, Olivia is dedicated to helping others navigate fresh starts with confidence and clarity.
After her own divorce in 2019, Olivia recognized the lack of resources available for those rebuilding their lives. This realization led her to create Fresh Starts Registry alongside her sister, Genevieve “Jenny” Dreizen. The platform offers curated product bundles and connects users with a community of vetted experts—including therapists, lawyers, and coaches—to provide comprehensive support during times of change.
In addition to her work with Fresh Starts Registry, Olivia is the founder of March Lion Media, a global social media marketing firm. She also co-hosts the podcast A Fresh Story, where she shares candid conversations about bravery, significant decisions, and the complexities of the human experience. Olivia‘s work has been featured in publications such as Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine.
A proud single mother of two, Olivia resides on Long Island, New York, where she continues to inspire and empower others through her multifaceted career and personal journey.
Show Notes:
In this empowering episode of Liz on Biz, Liz Theresa sits down with Olivia Howell, co-founder of the Fresh Starts Registry—the world’s first and only divorce registry and comprehensive divorce support platform. Olivia shares the heartfelt origin story behind the business, which she started with her sister after they each experienced their own unexpected fresh starts.
The Fresh Starts Registry was built to support people going through divorce—or any major life transition—by offering a way to rebuild, restock, and celebrate new beginnings. Olivia explains the platform’s mission: to provide free resources, education, and access to a curated team of experts, from divorce coaches and attorneys to realtors, therapists, healers, and more.
She also shares her personal journey balancing entrepreneurship, parenthood, and growth, and how Fresh Starts stays financially sustainable while keeping most resources free to users.
You’ll hear real, relatable stories about starting over, the importance of community, and why Olivia believes every fresh start deserves to be celebrated—whether it’s after divorce, coming out, changing careers, or any other big shift.
Key Takeaways:
- How Fresh Starts began and the personal story behind it
- The emotional and logistical challenges of starting over
- Why your environment plays a big role in healing
- How registries support fresh starts beyond just divorce
- How the business model works: expert memberships, free guides, and more
- Olivia’s advice for anyone considering divorce
- Why removing shame and offering practical support matters
Resources & Links:
- Fresh Starts Registry: freshstartsregistry.com
- Free divorce guidebooks (no opt-in required!)
- Join or browse Fresh Starts experts
- Olivia Howell on Instagram: @oliviahowell
If you’re looking for guidance, community, or support during a major life transition—divorce-related or otherwise—this episode is for you.
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All links and details are pulled straight from the episode. Be sure to check out Olivia’s work and connect if you’re navigating your own fresh start—or want to help someone else do the same.
