by Hélène | Jul 5, 2016 | Next Act for Women
A surprising breakdown in midlife led Elaine to come to terms with the past and create a new future for herself. She became a prolific humor blogger, author, and speaker, and even went on to launch her own publishing company. Tell us a little about your background… I...
by Hélène | Jun 30, 2016 | Next Act for Women
A desire to reconnect to her heritage in midlife led Iris to try her hand at taiko, a modern drumming practice with Japanese roots. She was hooked and soon founded an ensemble dedicated to the teaching and performance of taiko. Tell us a little about your background…...
by Hélène | Jun 27, 2016 | Expert Interviews
You are a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 35 years of experience working with adolescents, families and adults. Why did you feel a particular need to support young adults and parents through the college experience, and into adulthood, with your practice, College...
by Hélène | Jun 23, 2016 | Next Act for Women
Marianne had always dreamed of becoming an author. It took an encounter with an elderly couple, in her capacity as a nurse, to help her complete her first novel, Blue Hydrangeas. She is now working on her second. Tell us a little about your background… I’m not a nurse...
by Hélène | Jun 20, 2016 | Next Act for Women
As her oldest child was applying to college, Julie realized she needed to plan for her next act. She rekindled her passion for fashion and launched J. Markell Designs, with the goal to provide more reasonably-priced exotic-skin handbags and accessories. Tell us about...