The countdown to Spring POP is on - applications are now open for 2026!
Applications Now Open:
POP Academy - Spring 2026
Join the 10-week live educational course built for product-based founders who are ready to learn and grow — combining strategy, systems, and AI-driven support to help you scale with confidence.
Program Dates: April 1 – June 3, 2026
Live Sessions: Wednesdays at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET (via Zoom)
Is POP Academy Right for Me
and My Business?
Absolutely — if you’re ready to stop operating on autopilot and start leading your business with clarity, strategy, and systems that scale.
By the End of POP Academy, You’ll Have:
Strategic Clarity
Get clear on what moves your business forward and leave busywork behind.
Smarter Systems
Build systems that give you back your time and support your scale.
AI Advantage
Learn how to use AI tools to save hours and elevate your marketing.
Confident Leadership
Step into your CEO role with clarity, confidence, and steady direction.
Meet Carlyn Bushman
Founder of Carlyn Bushman Consulting and creator of POP Academy
Carlyn has helped hundreds of founders turn their product-based businesses into profitable, scalable brands.
With more than 20 years of experience in retail, operations, and brand development, she brings a rare mix of strategy, structure, and real-world insight to every session.
Inside POP Academy, Carlyn teaches founders how to:
- Build a business that works smarter, not harder.
- Understand the numbers, systems, and strategy behind real growth.
- Use AI and automation as tools for scale, not stress.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
POP Academy is an application-based program designed for product-based founders who are serious about scaling their business with strategy, systems, and support.
If you’re ready to explore whether POP is the right fit for your next stage of growth, start your application below — it only takes a few minutes.
You’ll share a bit about your business, goals, and readiness to invest so we can guide you to the best path forward.
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