About Holly

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'm Holly Bellebuono

In my 30 years of entrepreneurship, I've supported purpose-driven entrepreneurs who value positive environmental and social impact.

I've lectured in England, Costa Rica, Canada, and across the US from Boston to Hawaii at conferences, retreats, and universities delivering strategies and inspiration. I've published seven nonfiction books in three languages (with the 8th due for release in Spring 2025), and I've taught thousands of students how to move their business to the next level.

I launched the Selle Entrepreneur Network as a learning platform with innovative Business Courses where you will find inspiration, build your skills, and develop the essential frameworks you need to make an extraordinary impact.

I share business wisdom that is creative, personal, and useful. My courses are "not your daddy's business school" and each course reflects my deep desire to help you fulfill your business purpose.

A bit more about me:

I've authored 7 nonfiction books on herbal medicine and have the 8th (a book of philosophy and the human experience) due out Spring 2025. Having directed The Bellebuono School of Herbal Medicine since 2005 (it's been an official school of The American Herbalist Guild since 2011), I've taught thousands of students both in-person and on-line about natural health and healing.

My documentary book Women Healers of the World: The Traditions, History & Geography of Herbal Medicine, was named The Thomas DeBaggio Book of the Year 2015 by The International Herb Association. I've been published or featured in journals and magazines around the world, including Juno, Taproot, Parabola, and more.

I hold a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Appalachian State University and have served as Executive, Program, and Fiscal Director for human service, education, and environmental nonprofits. Awards include two Small Business Owner of the Year and a Nonprofit of the Year Award.

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What Holly's Students are Saying...

Confident, Next-Level Coaching

A powerful package of eight sessions to explore and expand business topics such as the following: Clarify your personal or business brand, mission, or niche audience Launch a new product or service, or pivot an existing product Redirect your brand or purpose Roadmap your next most profitable revenue steps; create a timeline and/or strategy Expand your team/hire personnel Get writing/editing/communications support and direction Strategize your work with a business partner Other challenges that are keeping you up at night or holding you back from your best work. Get personalized coaching for your exact needs in these 8 online sessions.

$2,500.00 USD

Coaching with Holly

Invest in your business growth with a relatable coach you can trust.

Business Courses

Selle Your Book: Build the Proposal That Gets Your Manuscript Sold

Learn how to craft the essential components of a book proposal that will capture the attention of an agent or editor. Designed for fiction AND non-fiction writers no matter where you publish: traditional publishing houses, Indie presses, or if you plan to self-publish. 8-hour curriculum to boost your confidence in selling your manuscript.

$397.00 USD

Selle Natural: Best Practices for Running a Natural & Organic Products Business

The essential online course for small and start-up natural and organic product businesses, including herbalists, cosmetic makers, boutiques, spas, aromatherapists, apothecaries, skin-care lines, coffee/tea/chocolate businesses, farmers, and other retailers and wholesalers selling or supplying natural or organic products or ingredients. Learn the basics of what you need for federal legal compliance, the FDA and USDA, labeling, best practices for wording in your branding, cottage law guidance, Good Manufacturing Practices, ethics, and record-keeping especially for small businesses producing natural products. Course duration: 2.5 video hours.

$320.00 USD

Selle Startup: How to Launch Your Natural & Organic Skincare, Herbal or Clean Beauty Business

Learn the basics so your startup moves forward without the stumbling blocks new entrepreneurs typically encounter. Discover how to build a strong team, price your products and services, set up your company legally, empower a strong money mindset, and consider essential concepts for your business such as product development, distribution, retailing, and more.