Thinking of swapping paychecks for purpose? This is a story of what it takes to reinvent yourself at 50 and launch a business that solves a real problem for women.
Meet Tina Yau, the powerhouse guest of our epic final episode! Tina is a retail e-commerce executive turned founder who made the courageous leap at age 50 from a 25-year corporate career (with brands like Armani Exchange, Estée Lauder, and Uniqlo on her resume!) to start Tyvy—a premium women’s travel bag brand born from her own “aha!” moment searching for the perfect, functional, stylish carryall. In this inspiring conversation, Tina gets real about facing burnout, balancing family life, and why it’s never too late to chase your next big dream. Her story is a masterclass in self-belief, strategic reinvention, and the magic of building a business that solves a problem you’ve lived through yourself.
Whether you’re in the middle of a second act or simply hungry for stories of women taking bold, beautiful chances, this episode is your permission slip to dream bigger—and build that thing you’ve always wanted!
What we talked about:
- Tina’s turning point: What really pushed her to leave corporate and start Tyvy at 50
- The practical path: How she researched, funded, and networked her way to launching a new business
- Why experience (and a few headaches with factories and fabrics) matters for women-owned brands
- Lessons learned: The reality of moving from a safe career to entrepreneurship
- Designing for women 50+: How lived experience shapes every pocket and zipper
- What Tina wishes she’d told her younger self about career paths, entrepreneurship, and self-trust
- Finding (and starting) your supportive community, even if you jump before you’re “ready”
- The power of representation—especially for Asian American women founders and the next generation
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If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can I start over at 50 and actually love what I’m building?”—this episode is proof the answer is YES. Catch the full conversation for a jolt of courage and practical wisdom!
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