...Emma Harris' Second Act Is Off the Wall...

After selling her tech startup, , now 45, retired mechanic turned into a wallpaper company. Her Miami-based brand, Marova Design, combines her tech founder brain with AI to create and print custom wallpaper. Harris, who previously spent most of her day behind screens, now finds herself meeting designers and exploring Miami's design scene. With a growing market in South Florida and the potential for future art week appearances, Harris sees her second act as a perfect blend of her tech background and an appreciation for design.

Marova Design offers both print-to-order wallpaper and custom projects for interior designers. Harris uses AI to speed up the process and reach more customers, but still prioritizes personal customer interactions to build trust. The company's signature palm tree design, an ode to Miami, has already graced many homes in the region.

For Harris, the transition from tech to wallpaper is a natural progression of her entrepreneurial spirit, moving beyond the screen and into the physical realm of interior design.