Robert C. Elmen

About the Author

Robert C. Elmen is a seasoned entrepreneur and octogenarian whose life has been a tapestry of bold ventures and hard-won wisdom. Born into modest circumstances, he built a series of successful businesses from the ground up, navigating the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial world with resilience and ingenuity. Now in his later years, Elmen turns his reflective gaze to the past, sharing the lessons learned from decades of triumphs and setbacks. In his debut book, Fifteen Fortunes: An Octogenarian Reflects on Life as an Entrepreneur, he distills the essence of his experiences into fifteen pivotal 'fortunes' that shaped his path, offering inspiration to aspiring business leaders and anyone seeking the deeper meaning behind a life of enterprise. With a voice tempered by time, Elmen encourages readers to embrace risk, cherish perseverance, and find fortune not just in wealth, but in the richness of lived experience.