Amy Wingertsahn won’t sugarcoat it: it can be really terrifying to launch your own business. And it’s especially true when you have a successful career in the corporate world. But Amy, a buyer for a lawn and garden distributer, had that entrepreneurial itch she realized couldn’t be ignored. So pairing that passion with a love of affordable fashion, Amy took one giant leap of faith in 2012 to begin Brighthouse Baubles, an online boutique featuring bold and beautiful baubles, always priced under $50.
Calling herself Brighthouse Baubles’ CEO—Chief Everything Officer—Amy is intimately involved in all facets of her business, from accounting to customer service to product photography. While that’s meant a whole lot of work and a few late-night peeks at her iPhone, Amy assures us she’s never thought twice about her decision to be her own boss—especially because she’s living her passion daily.