Yvonne J. English

I am a self-professed startup geek. Having founded several companies of my own, I have also coached multiple startups through raising millions, dealing with founders’ dilemmas, and maneuvering through acquisitions. I have a passion for redemptive entrepreneurship and am dedicated to serving others and addressing the brokenness in our world through redemptive action in my ventures. I have worked with an organization called Praxis for the past decade to learn about and practice redemptive entrepreneurship.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before finding my niche in entrepreneurship, I spent time in the corporate world in Canada and the US. While I made some great friends and learned a lot, I couldn’t come to terms with a lifetime career in a large company, even if I was able to have multiple side hustles. After much self-reflection, I made the leap and founded a business incubator in 2010 where I coached 21 companies during her five years at the helm. I spent the next decade at Grove City College as the Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation, Entrepreneur in Residence, and Professor of Practice (Entrepreneurship).

 

I am now transtioning out of that role so that I may return to my entrepreneurial roots to serve others through my ventures and through Redemptive Pittsburgh, a local movement that I founded to support local ventures dedicated to human flourishing. I also continue to serve as a consultant for various entrepreneurship support organizations and programs. 
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