1 Mission > 5 Countries > Unlimited Impact | From Fear to Freedom

In this powerful episode of the Ride To Success Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with Julie Cornelius, the visionary founder and Executive Director of World Ride — a nonprofit transforming the lives of women through mountain biking across Nepal, Guatemala, Peru, Lesotho, and Botswana.

Julie shares how a single trip turned into a global mission, how fear can become a catalyst for freedom, and why bikes are more than tools for recreation — they’re vehicles for empowerment and opportunity. From building local women-led bike tourism programs to sparking self-confidence in communities where women were once excluded, Julie’s story will leave you inspired to turn your own passion into meaningful change.

👉 If you’re a cyclist, entrepreneur, changemaker, or someone looking for purpose on and off the bike — this episode is for you.

🔑 Topics Covered:

• Julie Cornelius’ journey from nutritionist to global MTB leader

• The origin and evolution of World Ride

• Building sustainable impact in underserved communities

• How adventure and leadership go hand-in-hand

• Practical insights on turning fear into momentum

🎧 Whether you’re a cyclist, entrepreneur, or someone looking for inspiration—this episode will move you.

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