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Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Expertise

Entrepreneurship education, business management, business strategy

Currently

Senior Business Writer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, The Ohio State University

Carolyn Young has over 25 years of experience in business in various roles, including bank management, marketing management, and business education.

She has written business plans for companies with complex products and business models, including a technology company that built a search engine optimization tool, a biotechnology company, and an online marketplace. She has helped several startup companies get off the ground.

She is the author of several entrepreneurship textbooks, and she created related entrepreneurship curriculum that has been taught in universities internationally. Titles include Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, and Lean Accelerator. The textbooks were part of an online learning platform designed for high school and college students. She was the Direct of Product Development for the company, Venture Highway, that launched the platform.

Carolyn also has expertise in financial business writing, with numerous financial whitepapers under her belt, as well as a technical manual for Chief Financial Officers.

She has been a freelance business writer for over ten years and has a bachelor’s degree in Finance from The Ohio State University. She is also the author of a novel, The Perfect View.

Carolyn has been featured in many online publications. Some of them include:

Recent articles

Empowering Confidence: Sandi Olson on Concealed Carry Fashion

Empowering Confidence: Sandi Olson on Concealed Carry Fashion

Carolyn Young

Published on October 20, 2023

Today, we’re excited to interview Sandi Olson, the founder of Lock & Load Boutique. Sandi Olson is a renowned trainer and self-defenseexpe ...

How to Start a Pie Bakery – Journey of Rebecca Miller

How to Start a Pie Bakery – Journey of Rebecca Miller

Carolyn Young

Published on October 20, 2023

There’s something heartwarming about a freshly baked pie, isn’t there? It evokes memories of family gatherings, cozy kitchens, andshared ...

Mobility Nest: Cameron Heinz’s Rise in E-Commerce Mastery

Mobility Nest: Cameron Heinz’s Rise in E-Commerce Mastery

Carolyn Young

Published on October 18, 2023

In a world where e-commerce reigns supreme, a select few rise above the rest not just with their business acumen but with the stories that drivethem ...

How to Come Up with a Business Name

How to Come Up with a Business Name

Carolyn Young

Published on October 17, 2023

“What’s in a name?” Shakespeare famously pondered, but in the business world, the answer is straightforward: everything. Didyo ...

Crafting the Perfect Business Plan: A Deep Dive with Upmetrics’ Vinay Kevadiya

Crafting the Perfect Business Plan: A Deep Dive with Upmetrics’ Vinay Kevadiya

Carolyn Young

Published on October 13, 2023

In the first segment of our conversation with Vinay Kevadiya, the visionary behind Upmetrics, we explored the platform’s origins and itsunique ...

Interview with Vinay Kevadiya, Founder of Upmetrics

Interview with Vinay Kevadiya, Founder of Upmetrics

Carolyn Young

Published on October 13, 2023

A robust business plan is the cornerstone of success in the dynamic landscape of startups and entrepreneurship. Yet, crafting a comprehensive plan,c ...

Mastering Leadership Communication & Conflict Resolution

Mastering Leadership Communication & Conflict Resolution

Carolyn Young

Published on October 10, 2023

In an era where effective communication and conflict resolution are more crucial than ever, Hanne Wulp stands out as a beacon of expertise. As thefo ...

7 Best Small Business Insurance Companies

7 Best Small Business Insurance Companies

Carolyn Young

Published on September 29, 2023

Ensuring that your business is protected against unforeseen events is crucial, and this is where choosing the right insurance provider becomesindisp ...

6 Best Business License Services

6 Best Business License Services

Carolyn Young

Published on September 28, 2023

If you’re starting a business, you may need various licenses and permits depending on your industry and location. Finding out exactly whatlicenses ...