LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast

Dive into the latest episode of LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast, where we speak with Guillaume Jacomin, the savvy co-founder of Swizzle Delivery. Formerly an MBA student at London Business School, Guillaume has leveraged his experience as a former Brand Manager at Laurent-Perrier US and his corporate finance background at Danone, to disrupt the alcohol industry.

Swizzle Delivery is on its way to become the preferred choice for alcohol enthusiasts seeking top-quality, hand-picked bottles for their special occasions. The company prides itself on its hyper-personalized approach, expertly curating bottles based on customers' budgets, occasions, and tastes. With its smart chatbot and a 'me page' tailored to customers' preferences, Swizzle is pioneering a new era of bespoke alcohol delivery.

During our conversation, Guillaume walks us through his entrepreneurial journey. From the first meeting with his co-founder, a fellow LBS student at the time, to the development of the product, Guillaume leaves no stone unturned. He also shares some of the most important lessons he learned along the way.

Don't miss out on this insightful episode, featuring a fascinating conversation with a dynamic entrepreneur!

Get ready for an exhilarating ride on this episode of LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast, where we delve into the heart of the food and beverage industry with Tom Grogan, the co-founder of Wingstop UK. A property management expert turned restaurateur, Tom navigated the switch from real estate to chicken wings with resilience and a pinch of daring.

In the wake of Covid-19, starting a restaurant business was anything but easy. However, Wingstop UK sprouted wings and flew high amidst the pandemic. Tom shares the behind-the-scenes story of this unprecedented pivot and how his team adapted to the drastic change of pace.

In this episode, we also take a deep dive into the nitty-gritty of restaurant operations and the influence of effective management on an individual store's performance. Tom underscores the importance of operational efficiencies and shares strategies for maintaining them as businesses scale up. Tune in to our inspiring discussion with a mastermind of the F&B industry and get your fill of entrepreneurial spirit and the magic that is Wingstop UK!

Join us on this episode of LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast as we chat with Alexandra Rico-Lloyd, founder of Bike Club and current MBA student at London Business School. As a passionate circular economy entrepreneur and Forbes 30 Under 30 listee, Alexandra is dedicated to inspiring the next generation to get active and outdoors.

With over $40 million of funding and 50,000 cyclists under its belt, Bike Club has revolutionized family cycling in the UK, providing a better way to cycle that is better for the environment, better for parents, and better for children. Alexandra shares her journey with Bike Club, from a bootstrapped business that started in her attic room to a successful Series B startup that operates multinationally.

Tune in to this exciting episode to learn more about the challenges Alexandra faced building her startup as a first-time founder, as well as the considerations that come with scaling an asset-heavy business and expanding into foreign markets. We also delve into Alexandra's successful exit from the business and how it has impacted her life. Don't miss this insightful conversation with an inspiring entrepreneur!

In this episode of LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast, join hosts Sharvan Pethe and Sungwook Eun as they interview Aleksandra (Ola) Zajac from the Global Investment Team at Antler.

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm that partners with exceptional founders across six continents to launch and scale startups that address meaningful opportunities and challenges. Since 2018, Antler has helped create and invested in more than 600 startups across a wide range of industries and technologies, with the goal of backing more than 6,000 by 2030.

Throughout the episode, Ola reflects on her career journey so far, sharing insights into her transition from real estate private equity to venture capital, and her day-to-day life as a VC investor at Antler. She also provides valuable information on how Antler provides value for startup founders, supports their entrepreneurial journeys from day zero, and offers some very insightful tips for both aspiring VC investors and founders.

Tune in and ignite your own lightbulb moment with this exciting conversation!

In this episode of LightbuLBS: The Entrepreneurship Club Podcast, join us as we sit down with Dr. Chibeza Chintu Agley, the CEO and co-founder of OBRIZUM Group Ltd. Hear his inspiring journey from being a Research Fellow at Homerton College, University of Cambridge to growing OBRIZUM into an award-winning, AI-powered learning solution for companies worldwide.

Dr. Agley shares his expertise in revolutionizing enterprise learning and knowledge management with OBRIZUM® platform, as well as his insights on leadership, fundraising, and building successful partnerships. Discover how Dr. Agley's academic background in physiology and stem cell biology led to his successful entrepreneurship in the tech industry and learn from his achievements and challenges along the way.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and inspiration for your own entrepreneurial journey!

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Sam Dhesi, co-founder of Popp. Popp is a Web3 based tool kit for small-to-medium sized e-commerce brands, that recently won the LBS Booster Pitch Night and was featured at NFT.London.

Sam, a former NHS doctor, startup founder, and head of emerging technology at the Department of Health and Social Care, shares his unique perspective on the journey of starting Popp. He reflects candidly on the trigger that sparked the idea, the process of assembling a strong founding team, and Popp's approach to fundraising.

Sam also delves into the exciting world of NFT and blockchain, providing valuable insights on the current state of the industry and the opportunities it presents. Join us for an engaging conversation with one of the most promising entrepreneurs in the industry today.