Four founders, Four journeys. the real stories, challenges and lessons behind building a business.

What does it really take to build a successful business?

Join Barclays Eagle Labs and Bournemouth University for an honest and inspiring panel discussion featuring four growing founders, each at a different stage of their entrepreneurial journey.

Forget the polished success stories. This event will explore what happens behind the scenes — from the first idea and taking the leap, to overcoming setbacks, making difficult decisions, finding customers, building teams and navigating the inevitable pitfalls that come with growing a business.

Our panel of founders will share their real experiences, lessons learned and moments that shaped their businesses, giving you an inside look at what entrepreneurship is really like.

What to expect

🎤 Four founders. Four journeys.

Hear directly from entrepreneurs building and growing their businesses.

💡 The reality behind the success.

Discover the challenges, mistakes and unexpected obstacles that founders encounter along the way.

📈 Lessons from growth.

Learn how founders have approached opportunities, setbacks, customers, teams and business growth.

🤝 Ask your questions.

There will be an opportunity to put your questions directly to the panel and explore the topics that matter most to you.

Who is this event for?

Whether you’re:

Thinking about starting your own business

A student with an entrepreneurial idea

Growing a business

Interested in startups and entrepreneurship

Curious about what life as a founder is really like

—you’ll take away honest insights and practical lessons from people who are living the entrepreneurial journey.

No matter where you are on your journey, there’s something to learn from those who have already taken the first steps.

📍 Location: Bournemouth University Talbot Campus - Inspire Lecture Theatre

There will be parking available on campus at no charge from 4pm

Come curious. Leave inspired.

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