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Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Carolyn Young

Contributor

Step By Step Business

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

How Moon Kim Built a Modern Coinless Laundry Business

How Moon Kim Built a Modern Coinless Laundry Business

Carolyn Young

Published on January 8, 2025

In early 2024, Moon Kim and her husband took the leap into entrepreneurship, founding Leaf Laundry, a business that breathes fresh air into thetradi ...

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How Allenia Marcelle Transforms Events Into Magical Experiences

How Allenia Marcelle Transforms Events Into Magical Experiences

Carolyn Young

Published on January 3, 2025

Allenia Marcelle, the visionary wedding and event planner behind A & J Luxury Event Planning and its branches — Brooklyn Silk Blooms floralren ...

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How 3D Scan STL Revolutionizes Reverse Engineering

How 3D Scan STL Revolutionizes Reverse Engineering

Carolyn Young

Published on January 2, 2025

3D scanning and reverse engineering are transforming industries from manufacturing to healthcare. Michael Netherton placed himself at the forefronto ...

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How a Historic Theater Became Houston’s Chic Bar

How a Historic Theater Became Houston’s Chic Bar

Carolyn Young

Published on January 2, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, Clarkwood is more than just a chic wine and cocktail bar— it’s a celebration ofhistor ...

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How Blue Turtle Tea & Spice Co. is Redefining Tea Culture in Columbus

How Blue Turtle Tea & Spice Co. is Redefining Tea Culture in Columbus

Carolyn Young

Published on December 2, 2024

The Blue Turtle Tea & Spice Co. is a cherished gem in the Columbus, Ohio, community, and Alexandria Maddox is proud to continue its rich legacya ...

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How Nanue’s Farm Grows Fresh Leafy Greens with Hydroponics

How Nanue’s Farm Grows Fresh Leafy Greens with Hydroponics

Carolyn Young

Published on October 29, 2024

Innovation is key to sustainability and success, especially in agriculture. Trevor Spear, owner of Nanue’s Farm, has embraced this philosophy byad ...

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How Chris Heerdegen Built a Multi-City Painting Business

How Chris Heerdegen Built a Multi-City Painting Business

Carolyn Young

Published on October 4, 2024

When Chris Heerdegen founded OnDemand Painters, he wasn’t just looking to launch another painting company; he wanted to transform the industry.Rec ...

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How IGL Coatings is Transforming the Coatings Industry with Sustainable Nanotechnology

How IGL Coatings is Transforming the Coatings Industry with Sustainable Nanotechnology

Carolyn Young

Published on September 16, 2024

In this interview, we sit down with Keong Chun Chieh, founder and CEO of IGL Coatings, a pioneer in sustainable nanotechnology solutions. Sincefound ...

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How Kay Abdullah Balances Consulting and Yoga for a Fulfilling Career

How Kay Abdullah Balances Consulting and Yoga for a Fulfilling Career

Carolyn Young

Published on September 10, 2024

In today’s entrepreneurial landscape, finding a balance between work and personal passions can feel elusive. Kay Abdullah, a consultant by day and ...

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