The New Era - All about Sweet Home since 1929

Every morning, Joe and Marlene Peterson can be found at a Starbucks, having their daily coffee and enjoying each other's company. They're a friendly couple who, like most, share common interests and similar experiences.

In this case, what they share is a lifetime of knowledge in business management, and a passion to help others who want to start, grow or sell a business.

Marlene, 69, and Joe, 71, are spending their retirement years trying to pass down their knowledge to both large and small business owners in the rural area through business management classes and advising.

Marlene worked as...