About this episode
In this episode of the Midlife Entrepreneur Podcast, Jo welcomes Ginnie Chadwyck-Healey, stylist, journalist, and founder of The FairGround, a digital marketplace for purpose-led brands. Ginnie discusses her transition from British Vogue to entrepreneurship, her dedication to promoting sustainable shopping, and the challenges and rewards of launching The FairGround. The conversation covers topics such as the realities of building a business, balancing family life, and the importance of women supporting each other in the entrepreneurial space. Ginnie also shares valuable insights from her journey, including the power of fitness, the importance of friendship and mentorship, and her fearless approach to business risks. 00:00 Welcome to the Midlife Entrepreneur Podcast00:14 Introducing Ginnie Chadwyck-Healey00:27 Ginnie's Journey to Entrepreneurship00:53 The Birth of The FairGround01:52 Challenges and Insights of Running a Business03:17 Balancing Family and Business03:51 The FairGround's Unique Selling Proposition05:01 Subscription Model and Brand Assessment09:54 Marketing and Outreach Strategies11:17 Personal Reflections and Future Goals13:04 The Reality of Midlife Entrepreneurship19:46 Team Dynamics and Support23:07 Overcoming Personal and Professional Challenges25:15 The Journey of Empathy and Boundaries26:02 Building a Community and Brand28:02 The Importance of Supporting Women29:20 Balancing Personal and Professional Life33:49 Investments and Lessons Learned43:29 Gratitude and Future AspirationsGinnie's 3,2,1s:3 Things you've invested in that have been worth every penny:1. Exercise is really critical to my mental health, I will also invest in retreats2. My business partner, who I met at the school gate 3. My web developer 2 Things you wish you'd done differently 1. Lent on my brother a bit more for guidance - he's really good at business2. I can recycle content rather than trying to come up with new ideas the whole time - I've just learned that 1 person you'd like to thankMy postman - who must think I shop all the time!I'd also like to thank Katie Lopes, co-founder of Stripe and Stare who introduced me to an amazing lawyer who has helped me get my trademark. Support the showEdited and produced by Jo Glynn-Smith 2025. Recorded at Eight Works Podcast Studios, 1 Dysart Street, London, EC2A 2BXFor bookings: eightworks@eightclub.co.uk Jo Glynn-Smith is an entrepreneur, professional coach, writer, and speaker from London, she is an expert in career transformation and change. Instagram @jojoglynnsmith and @themidlifeentrepreneur
