Startup Grind Aberdeen is hosting a special fireside chat tomorrow [22 May] featuring Dr Jeanette Forbes OBE, who will share her extraordinary entrepreneurial story—from founding her business on a £100 budget to building a global enterprise over the past 25 years. This unfiltered, “unplugged” conversation will offer practical insights, candid reflections, and actionable nuggets for anyone launching or scaling a venture.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, 22 May 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Venue: ONE Tech Hub Aberdeen,
- Expected Attendance: entrepreneurs, students, investors, and ecosystem partners
What to Expect
- An authentic fireside chat with Dr Forbes, tracing her journey from Day 0 to Year 25
- Behind‑the‑scenes stories of early‑stage challenges, pivots, and breakthrough moments
- Key lessons on fundraising, leadership, and international expansion
- Practical “nuggets” attendees can apply immediately to their own ventures
- Networking opportunities with local founders, investors, and supporters
Dr Jeanette Forbes OBE commented: “I’m excited to come back to Aberdeen and share the highs, lows, and unexpected turns of my entrepreneurial journey. I hope my experiences—especially starting with so little capital—will inspire the next generation of founders to dream big and persevere.”
In Case You Missed it:
Startup Grind is the world’s largest independent startup community, designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs. The Aberdeen chapter hosts regular events featuring local and international founders, investors, and ecosystem builders.
Registration link: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-aberdeen-presents-jeanette-forbes-unplugged-from-ps100-to-global-business-a-25-year-journey/
