by helene@helenetstelian.com | Feb 2, 2021 | Next Act for Women
After 30 years in advertising, culminating in a CEO position at a prestigious Madison Avenue firm, Lynn was ready to build and promote her own products. She recently launched MASAMI, a clean haircare brand that nourishes and hydrates while gently cleansing. Tell us a...
by helene@helenetstelian.com | Jan 6, 2021 | Next Act for Women
A devastating diagnosis of Stage IV breast cancer at age 55 transformed Leslie’s life. She has now devoted her life to advocating for the next generation of breast cancer screening and has written about her journey in her new memoir, Probably Benign. Tell us a...
by helene@helenetstelian.com | Dec 16, 2020 | Next Act for Women
A call for help from a veteran was the catalyst for Melissa to take her dog training business to the next level, founding Clear Path for Veterans with the goal of connecting veterans to programs and community resources that promote social connectivity, job readiness,...
by helene@helenetstelian.com | Dec 2, 2020 | Next Act for Women
Suzette was leading what looked like a perfect life as a wife, mother, and community volunteer when she had two major epiphanies: She was a writer and editor at heart. And she was gay. She is now a book coach and is in a loving relationship with a woman. Tell us a...
by helene@helenetstelian.com | Nov 25, 2020 | Next Act for Women
It took a snowy day when Jill was stranded with only paper, a hole puncher, and glue for her to discover a hidden talent and launch her new venture: hole punch art. Tell us a little about your background. I grew up in Highland Park, Illinois, a 10-minute drive from...
by helene@helenetstelian.com | Nov 19, 2020 | Next Act for Women
A tragic accident during a vacation in Germany did not derail Linda’s long and successful career in medicine but it did provide the fodder for a memoir rich in lessons of optimism and resilience. Tell us a little about your background. I was born in Berkeley, CA, 71...