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How One Woman Found Her Calling in an “80-Year-Old Startup”

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Lynne Strang

By Lynne Beverly Strang, Late Blooming Entrepreneurs For almost three decades, Ethel “Stephanie” Stuckey had a successful career in environmental law, sustainability and politics. Now she’s gone in a totally different direction for her next chapter. In 2019, Stephanie became … Continue reading →

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From Academic to Food Entrepreneur: Pat Brown’s Impossible Journey

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Lynne Strang

Why would a tenured professor in his late 50s leave a job he loved to start a company he never intended to create? Meet Pat Brown, who did just that. By any measure, Brown is a smart guy. He has … Continue reading →

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5 Podcasts for 40-and-Older Entrepreneurs

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Lynne Strang

Looking for a different perspective, a dose of inspiration or new ideas you can apply to your business?  Give a listen to one or all of these five podcasts: Business Schooled — Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Initialized Capital and Reddit, … Continue reading →

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Remembering an Icon in the Beauty Industry

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Lynne Strang

By Lynne Beverly Strang, Late-Blooming Entrepreneurs Vision, drive and tenacity. Entrepreneurs who want to build sustainable businesses need these traits. Mary Kay Ash had them, plus the self-knowledge that comes with being older. This month marks the 100th birthday of … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned from an Accidental Author

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Lynne Strang

By Lynne Beverly Strang, Late Blooming Entrepreneurs  Jim Horan never expected to own a business or write a book. Much to his surprise, he ended up doing both in the second half of his life.  As explained in this 2013 … Continue reading →

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First They Started Businesses. Now They’re Celebrating Milestones.

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Lynne Strang

It’s hard enough to start a business after age 40 – or at any age, for that matter. When you can sustain the drive and determination needed to grow the company, create new products and give back to causes, that’s … Continue reading →

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Social Entrepreneur Helps Fathers Become Great Dads

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Lynne Strang

By Lynne Strang, Late Blooming Entrepreneurs As an economist, Bob Hamrin used to spend his days developing policies and analyzing data. One day, he came across a number that knocked his socks off. “Thirty-six million American children under the age … Continue reading →

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This Late-Blooming Entrepreneur Set a Record for the World’s Largest Cream Tea Party

Posted on October 23, 2016 by Lynne Strang

Sometimes a chance meeting can spark a business idea.  Just ask Jane Malyon. Malyon, who’s British, was enjoying tea one afternoon when she struck up a conversation with a stranger. “I met an old lady who could no longer travel … Continue reading →

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How a Late Bloomer Built a Coaching Business to Help Others Like Himself

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Lynne Strang

By Lynne Strang, Late-Blooming Entrepreneurs If you’re a late bloomer who’s struggled to get traction with your business idea, here’s good news: the selection of companies and individuals providing startup coaching includes a growing number that specialize in helping older … Continue reading →

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How Jon Bon Jovi’s Restaurants Are Making a Big Difference

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Lynne Strang

Jon Bon Jovi is a world-famous rock star with numerous albums that have sold millions of copies.  But there’s another side to him that some fans may not know. He’s also a social entrepreneur who is dedicated to fighting hunger. … Continue reading →

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