After 30 years in the corporate world, Nancy Dillingham Marks felt something needed to change. One glass art class shifted everything. In this inspiring episode of the Elevate Media Podcast, host Chris Anderson dives into Nancy’s powerful journey from COO to founder of the Glass Arts Collective—a studio dedicated to healing, creativity, and community.

Learn how Nancy discovered her passion through helping her mother, overcame imposter syndrome, and built a thriving business just weeks before the COVID shutdown. Her story is a testament to the power of pivoting, embracing imperfections, and reigniting your creative spark—no matter your age or experience.

🎯 Main Talking Points:

• Leaving the corporate world after 30+ years
• How one glass class changed everything
• Starting a creative business right before COVID
• The therapeutic and healing power of fused glass
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing creativity
• Building a community around shared artistic expression
• Why adults need creative outlets more than ever
• Lessons on joy, business pivots, and life satisfaction
• The metaphor of broken glass as a symbol of transformation
• How to redefine success beyond traditional business metrics

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