Embarking on the path of entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster ride filled with both challenges and triumphs. In this talk, QES hosts Tahani Anne Carruthers. We invite you to join her on a journey into the daily life of a founder, unraveling the mysteries that accompany the entrepreneurial territory.
From the spark of an idea to its realization, Tahani shares her experiences, shedding light on the common hurdles entrepreneurs face and the strategies essential for overcoming them. This discussion demystifies the entrepreneurial journey, providing valuable insights for both seasoned founders and aspiring entrepreneurs.
In this exploration, we uncover the fundamental characteristics that define a successful founder. Tahani offers practical advice and highlights valuable resources that can aid in the pursuit of entrepreneurial goals. The emphasis is on learning from failure, turning setbacks into stepping stones for growth and progress.
One of the key takeaways from this event is the recognition of failure as a catalyst for learning and improvement. Tahani aims to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by encouraging them to embrace failure, view it as an inevitable part of the journey, and leverage it for personal and professional development.
About the speaker:
Tahani Anne Carruther began her entrepreneurial journey as a student and was actively involved in a number of entrepreneurship programmes run by the University of Cambridge Judge Business School, followed by a part-time role at PitchAtPalace in London. Post-graduation, she immersed herself in fast-paced entrepreneurial roles, joining MedTech start-up Qureight, then a data-driven health accelerator run by the Francis Crick Institute called KQ Labs, and most recently supporting fundraising efforts at the Cambridge-based VC fund Sana Capital. Her three-year venture with her own tech startup provided her with deep insights into the challenges of entrepreneurship. At Seedrs, Tahani Anne works closely with founders, drawing from a broad perspective shaped by academia, accelerators, startups, and venture capital.
