Kristin Middleton started Bougie Gougies at age 60 after years of making her signature French cheese puffs for friends and family. In this episode, she talks with Kara about turning a homemade snack into a gourmet frozen food business and what it means to become a first-time founder later in life. They explore entrepreneurship, food manufacturing, and why resilience, joy, and female friendship are just as important as the product.

Chapters:

(00:00:01) – From Freezer Snacks to a National Business

(00:04:15) – Bougie Gougies and the Story Behind the Recipe

(00:09:00) – Starting a Business at 60 and Building Something of Her Own

(00:16:30) – Mental Health, Depression, and Rebuilding Twice

(00:22:30) – Female Friendship, Mentorship, and Big Support Energy

(00:28:00) – Getting Out There and Learning to Sell Herself

(00:33:30) – New Flavors, Gluten-Free Experiments, and What’s Next

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com.

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