Strategy & Systems Education for Growing Businesses

We support founders from early growth to multi seven figures through structured business education and strategic guidance. POP Academy is a 10 week program focused on strategy, systems, finance, marketing, operations, and leadership.

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T&Cs: Valid for POP Academy Spring 2026 enrollment only. Offer expires 03/31/26.

POP Academy: Scale with clarity and confidence

Education First POP Academy is a structured, cohort based education experience that gives founders the tools, frameworks, and clarity needed to make confident business decisions.

Education First

POP Academy is a structured, cohort based education experience that gives founders the tools, frameworks, and clarity needed to make confident business decisions.

Built for Progress

The program is grounded in Progress Over Perfection, encouraging consistent action and implementation rather than quick fixes or unrealistic expectations.

Strategy That Sticks

POP Academy focuses on practical strategy across finance, marketing, operations, and leadership so founders can apply what they learn in real time.

Testimonials

The planning session I had with Carlyn was so good.

The clarity I gained from working with Carlyn helped me identify the right focus to achieve my goals. She broke everything down into a simple structure that made the process feel attainable and manageable. I walked away with more focus, ease, and confidence moving forward. I recommend this planning session to everyone.

Rebekah Hogan

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Working with Carlyn Bushman Consulting completely transformed my business.

In just six months, my sales grew by 90 percent. Carlyn helped me gain clarity in my finances, grow my wholesale accounts, and build the confidence I needed to keep moving forward. She and her team truly believe in their clients, and that belief made all the difference.

Carmen Starks

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Carlyn has taken me from an amateur to a pro on the business side of my photography.

She guided me every step of the process and made it feel far less overwhelming. She is not only a consultant, but also an encourager, supporter, and cheerleader. Carlyn consistently reminded me of my abilities and strengths and how much she believed in me. That belief made all the difference. I highly recommend Carlyn Bushman Consulting to anyone looking to strengthen their business.

Tammy Zelez

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A Message from Carlyn Bushman Consulting Founder, Carlyn Bushman

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with 30+ Years of Business Expertise and Leadership Carlyn Bushman is the founder of Carlyn Bushman Consulting & POP Academy, dedicated to empowering women product and service CEOs with tools to scale profits and achieve sustainable growth. As the co-host of the 'Startups in Stilettos' Podcast for the Entreprenista League, Carlyn shares insights from industry leaders to inspire entrepreneurs. With expertise in marketing, management, and business finance, she fosters a thriving community of women ready to elevate their businesses.