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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

David Chaumette’s Journey to Redefining Business Consulting

David Chaumette’s Journey to Redefining Business Consulting

Carolyn Young

Published on January 4, 2024

David Chaumette, the principal of Chaumette Solutions, is a seasoned professional in the field of strategic business consulting. With a diversebackg ...

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Mort Fertel on Building Poplin into a Laundry Leader

Mort Fertel on Building Poplin into a Laundry Leader

Carolyn Young

Published on December 26, 2023

In this insightful interview, we sit down with Mort Fertel, CEO and co-founder of Poplin, to delve into the journey and mechanics of thisrevolutiona ...

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Michael Nova on Building a Leading Label Printing Business

Michael Nova on Building a Leading Label Printing Business

Carolyn Young

Published on December 20, 2023

In today’s conversation, we’re speaking with Michael Nova, the CEO of Nova Custom Label Printing. With a fascinating journey thatinclude ...

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EYURS Journey in Korean Skincare — Interview with Annie Yu

EYURS Journey in Korean Skincare — Interview with Annie Yu

Carolyn Young

Published on December 15, 2023

EYURS stands as a testament to the evolving landscape of the Korean beauty and skincare industry, where innovation and quality converge. Co-foundedb ...

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The Carlos Hesano Story of Building a Restoration Empire

The Carlos Hesano Story of Building a Restoration Empire

Carolyn Young

Published on December 8, 2023

In the bustling world of business, where industries continuously evolve, and competition grows fiercer by the day, it’s always enlightening to ...

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From Harlem Roots to Vegan Routes: The VeganHood Story

From Harlem Roots to Vegan Routes: The VeganHood Story

Carolyn Young

Published on December 8, 2023

Welcome to our interview with Janine Smalls-Gueye and Lanise Herman-Thomas, the duo behind VeganHood, a trailblazing culinary gem nestled in thehear ...

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Steve Nadeau’s Path to Home Inspection

Steve Nadeau’s Path to Home Inspection

Carolyn Young

Published on November 30, 2023

In the dynamic and ever-evolving world of real estate, home inspection stands as a crucial pillar, ensuring the safety and integrity of homes thatfo ...

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The Inspiring Journey of Chas from Chas’ Crazy Creations

The Inspiring Journey of Chas from Chas’ Crazy Creations

Carolyn Young

Published on November 30, 2023

Welcome to a captivating journey with Chas, the vibrant spirit behind Chas’ Crazy Creations! In this interview, we delve into the world of at ...

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A Conversation with Michelle Adler of Our Best Home Inspections

A Conversation with Michelle Adler of Our Best Home Inspections

Carolyn Young

Published on November 29, 2023

In this exclusive interview, we delve into the journey of Michelle Adler, founder of Our Best Home Inspections. We explore her passion and theinnova ...

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