New Business in Later Life
Real stories. New beginnings. No age limit on ambition.
Meet the entrepreneurs who started something new after 50, and discover what happened next..
These candid conversations explore why they took the leap, the challenges and unexpected opportunities they encountered, what they learned along the way, and the experience they brought with them into their new venture.
Browse the episodes below and meet the people proving that later life can be a powerful time to build something new.
How Pete Cann turned fear into confidence: from Britain’s Got Talent's stage to helping leaders navigate change with courage and resilience.
Watch on YouTubeEp45 Pete Cann
How reinvention in later life is less about changing who you are and more about uncovering the truest version of yourself.
Watch on YouTubeEp44 Anna Lempiere
How Becky rebuilt confidence and business after losing everything—proof that reinvention is possible at any age.
Watch on YouTubeEp43 Becky Loto
How Ian went from feeling that retirement may diminish relevance to rediscovering purpose, challenge and recognition through self-employment
Watch on YouTubeEp42 Ian Hoggart
How Peter went from leaving school at 15 with no confidence, to the Navy, to multiple businesses, to reinventing himself at nearly 70.
Watch on YouTubeEp41 Peter Ellis
A 68-year-old former technology company founder who built KevAI in Devon.
Watch on YouTubeEp40 Kevin Cope
How Helen went from scattered days and burnout to living with focus, freedom, and fulfilment.
Watch on YouTubeEp39 Helen Valentino
How Jackie rebuilt her confidence, career, and freedom after losing ten years of her life and the courage it took to start over at 50+.
Watch on YouTubeEp38 Jackie Gammage
Processing trauma and finding meaning, seeking help and discovering alternative therapies.
Watch on YouTubeEp37 Lisa Negus
A 50 year-old former Head of Tax Services, built her own Tax Firm in London.
Watch on YouTubeEp36 Claudia Sheena
Emphasising the importance of being seen as elders, not elderly.
Watch on YouTubeEp35 Alison Theaker
From the importance of ambiance and colour to the challenges of managing client expectations.
Watch on YouTubeEp34 Fiona McBride
A 61-year-old former Perkins Engineer, built John Hirniak Coaching in Peterborough.
Watch on YouTubeEp33 John Hirniak
A 53-year-old former NHS Worker built the Freedom Method Coaching.
Watch on YouTubeEp32 Emma Brezan
A 51-year-old with former senior leadership roles in commercial real estate, built Real Women's Stories Podcast.
Watch on YouTubeEp31 Lisa Quait
A 51-year-old former Telecom business owner, built Waiting Room Doctor in London.
Watch on YouTubeEp30 Alex Smith
A 51 year-old multi-layered wellness practitioner, now an Intimacy Coach in London.
Watch on YouTubeEp29 Emma Tubmen
a 69-year-old former Dietician and Flight Attendant built Avalon Eco Farm in Cambridgeshire, using a clear mission and consistent routines.
Watch on YouTubeEp28 Christine Hertoghe
How life's experiences shaped Daniel's approach to running a thriving kitchen and bathroom renovation company.
Watch on YouTubeEp27 Daniel Sealey
Facing a career crossroads, battling self-doubt, or seeking new meaning, this episode delivers real-life insights and actionable strategies.
Watch YouTubeEp26 Liz Bell
Kate shares her remarkable story of transformation — from working alongside pop culture icons to diving into the world of real estate.
Watch on YouTubeEp25 Kate Bickford
From Aerospace to Author
Watch on YouTubeEp24 Dave Thomas
Balanced Body Peaceful Mind - Alexandra helps women build self-belief & a life they love.
Watch on YouTubeEp23 Alexandra Simms
Aliya started her business "Women Who Lead and Sell" at 63 after caring for her mother and seeking adventure.
Watch on YouTubeEp22 Aliya Musa
Sue transitioned from a long career at the European Commission to consultancy.
Watch on YouTubeEp21 Sue Bird
Business Strategist who identifies and develops workable strategies for businesses at all stages and sizes to enable growth.
Watch on YouTubeEp20 Debbie Nolan
Barbara's ethos: Focus on possibilities rather than problems.
Watch on YouTubeEp19 Barbara Lewthwaite
Janice doesn’t just tell you what to do, she teaches how to understand your finances and why it matters.
Watch on YouTubeEp18 Janice England
Anita and her daughter co-founded a bespoke jewellery business, Irene and Jenny.
Watch on YouTubeEp17 Anita Brightley-Hodges
The founder of Your Partnerships, one of the UK's fastest-growing business networking communities.
Watch on YouTubeEp16 David Brock
Helping others thrive and grow their own ventures, proving again it’s never too late to start something meaningful.
Watch on YouTubeEp15 Sally Cope
A property manager and letting agent from Exeter. He shares his inspiring journey of starting a lettings agency at the age of 60.
Watch on YouTubeEp14 Mike Pogson
A remarkable entrepreneur, who reinvented herself at 63 by partnering with the UAC team and working with UW.
Watch on YouTubeEp13 Mary Wardell
His latest venture, The Cornwall 500, a community interest company promoting accessibility and inclusivity.
Watch on YouTubeEp12 Clive Kessell
An entrepreneur who shares her journey of launching her network marketing business, Oriflame, at the age of 70.
Watch on YouTubeEp11 Jen Cassells
An entrepreneur who launched her lettings agency at the age of 58.
Watch on YouTubeEp10 Judith Stokes
A dynamic serial entrepreneur who launched his latest business at the age of 60.
Watch on YouTubeEp9 Vic Williams
The journey of turning passion for painting into a full-time business at the age of 76.
Ep8 Rosie Cunningham
Former headteacher with 24 years' international experience, who launched her coaching business, True Wisdom Coaching, at the age of 50.
Watch on YouTubeEp7 Georgina Gray
The director of Hilton Ames, who launched his successful chauffeur business at the age of 65.
Watch on YouTubeEp6 Paul Newman
A passionate independent travel agent who launched her business at the age of 66.
Watch on YouTubeEp5 Penny Elllis
A passionate mindset mentor who launched her business, Be Amazing, at the age of 54.
Watch on YouTubeEp4 Joanne Gough
A passionate executive coach who launched his business, Voyager Executive Coaching, at the age of 54.
Watch episode on YouTubeEp3 Chris Humphries
Ildiko shares her inspiring journey of launching a podcast aimed at empowering individuals over 50 to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
View episode on YouTubeFrom Corporate Life to Creative Freedom
From Delivery Driver to Property Coach - the transformative journey into the property business
View episode on YouTubeEp1 Beth Bird