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REFIREMENT. UK
The Refirement movement is about creating the discussions, explorations, and actions to shape a new way forward for women experiencing retirement.
Older female entrepreneurs represent a dynamic and underutilised segment of the entrepreneurial community.
As the population ages and traditional retirement paradigms shift, supporting these women in their business endeavours becomes increasingly vital.
To foster their success post-60, a multifaceted approach is required, encompassing targeted support, tailored financial services, and enhanced networking opportunities
In a recent study about mature female entrepreneurs it became clear that traditional views of retirement for women in the 21st century are no longer valid.
If women are to find purpose, are able to make a contribution and find personal fulfilment, then retirement will have to look very different.
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Wendy's TEDx Talk on REFIREMENT
In this hugely inspirational talk Wendy discusses how mature women are vibrant, intelligent, and want to make a valuable contribution to society but face stereotypes that hinder them once they get to 60. Wendy invites you to reimagine the concept of retirement, for those not ready for a life of slippers and afternoon TV. Wendy Garcarz is a Futurist, Business strategist and Author. She has more than 30 years experience working with women business owners in all sectors helping them create business strategy that achieves growth and success. Her passion is to ensure mature women who want to set up or scale their businesses become more agile and less risk-averse, learning how to turn their talents into a commercial advantage.
Wendy has published 5 business books and numerous articles translating business theory into business practice and ensuring solutions to business problems are scalable, practical, and very effective. She holds a master’s degree in education and professional development, a range of professional qualifications and is a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management. Wendy is also an author of espionage novels and publishes the Daniel Grant “Secrets” series under the pseudonym of Wendy Charlton. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Watch the talk Now:
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Don't want to retire, and need to create a new future?
REFIREMENT.UK is the place you need to be
for advice, guidance, development and support.
An introduction to Refirement.uk
Welcome to Refirement.uk, a pioneering movement dedicated to reimagining retirement for women in the 21st century; we believe retirement is not an end, but a vibrant new beginning.
OUR MISSION
Empower mature women to embrace this new phase of life
with passion, purpose, and possibility.
OUR VISION
Create a dynamic community where mature women can
explore new opportunities, share their wisdom, and lead fulfilling lives.
OUR VALUES
Empowerment: Inclusivity: Collaboration: Innovation: Advocacy:
Refirement UK celebrates the journeys and choices of women in this phase of their lives
and builds solutions to overcome the limiting factors experienced by many older entrepreneurs.
“If women started and scaled businesses at the same rate as men,
it could be worth £250 billion to the UK economy”. (Rose Report 2019)
Refirement.uk founded in 2024 by award-winning entrepreneur and TEDx speaker, business strategist, futurist, and author
Wendy Garcarz:
MAEd, DipEd, FinstLm
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