In this episode of the Think Small Podcast, Audrey Bell-Kearney has spent more than three decades turning bold ideas into thriving businesses. From selling perfume on the streets of New Jersey after losing her job to creating one of the first plus-size fashion doll companies in the country, Audrey’s entrepreneurial journey is defined by resilience, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to building opportunities where none seem to exist. Today, she leads multiple ventures, including the Gwinnett Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Noise Media Network, and ClipVinci.ai, while empowering entrepreneurs, authors, and underserved communities through media, technology, and education.

In this inspiring conversation, Audrey shares the lessons she learned from building businesses through setbacks, economic uncertainty, personal loss, and rapid technological change. She discusses the importance of mentorship, the realities of entrepreneurial loneliness, and why she believes artificial intelligence represents one of the greatest wealth-building opportunities for Gen X and Baby Boomers. From creating AI-powered tools and workforce development programs to helping communities prepare for the future of work, Audrey offers a powerful perspective on innovation, legacy, and the value of building a life and business on your own terms.

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Website: https://gwinnettwomenschamber.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwinnettwomenschamber