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Lessons From a Christian Entrepreneur: Finding Purpose & Building Business After 40

September 24, 2025 • Jese Gary • Season 2 • Episode 12

What does it take as a Christian entrepreneur? What happens when you leave a secure corporate career to follow your passion? In this inspiring episode of Life Over 40 with Jese Lewing Gary, Kacey Grady shares her journey from corporate professional to Christian entrepreneur in the culinary world.

During the pandemic, Kacey discovered her passion for cooking, which she turned into a thriving catering business. She opens up about the fears and challenges of starting over after 40, how faith carried her through uncertainty, and why community support is essential when building a business from scratch.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why it’s never too late to pursue your God-given calling
✔️ How to overcome fear and start over with confidence
✔️ The role faith plays in business decisions and personal growth
✔️ Lessons Kacey carried from corporate life into entrepreneurship
✔️ Why success is about fulfillment and happiness, not just money

If you’re a Christian entrepreneur—or dreaming about starting your business after 40—this conversation will give you the courage and wisdom to take that next step.

About Chef Kacey:
I’m Chef Kacey Grady, owner and head chef of KaceyGradyCooks, LLC. KGC offers luxury catering services that makes creating an unforgettable food experience a priority! We focus heavily on making each client feel like a VIP by curating various menus and services that fit an array of needs for every occasion. Offering American cuisine with a touch of soul, we turn your average party foods into dishes that excite you before you eat! The taste we strive for ignites “nostalgia” as we elevate classic Soul food dishes to remind you of home. From the consultation, all the way to the event day you will experience top tier customer service and comfort in knowing that your chef is creating a “Food Moment you Won’t Forget!”

https://www.kaceygradycooks.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kacethechef/?hl=en

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