by Hélène | Feb 4, 2016 | Next Act for Women
Making small clay creations embellished with her mother’s Norwegian sayings was an outlet for Kristine’s grief after her mom’s passing. Little did she know her porcelain art would become a business, Beanpole Pottery, with orders from as far as Australia. Tell us a... by Hélène | Jan 7, 2016 | Next Act for Women
When she had to shut down her successful invitations business, Rita discovered a passion for creating photo books and launched her new venture, Photovation, where she helps people tell their stories through their photo collections. Tell us a little about your... by Hélène | Dec 21, 2015 | Next Act for Women
A broken washer and a disappointing experience at the local Laundromat gave Louise the idea for Wash Day Laundry, where she provides customers with a clean and cheerful space to make laundry less of a chore. Tell us a little about your background… I am the oldest of... by Hélène | Dec 17, 2015 | Expert Interviews
Through your company, FlexJobs, you provide a hand-screened database of flexible jobs aggregated from a wide range of trusted sources. What need do you fill with women in midlife in particular? The need we fill is that we help people, including women in their 40s,... by Hélène | Dec 10, 2015 | Next Act for Women
After selling her successful scrap metal company, Linda founded Optimal Level, where she helps small business owners grow their companies to meet their potential. Tell us a little about your background… I live in Wheeling, Illinois, with my wonderful husband,...