Nova and Boba (Ama)

So excited about this episode! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nico, cofounder at Fuego. Nico dropped out of Imperial when he met an investor who said he would invest in the idea - every startup founder's dream.

In this episode, we hear the true reality about founding a startup:

* The tech skills you need to build an AI company

* Leadership style at 21

* Taking little breaks

* Losing friends

And much more…

Anyone thinking of starting a startup, this one's for you!

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Charles Robinson dropped out of uni when he was 19 to found his first company during the pandemic, Gel Card. A premium hand sanitiser brand that has sold millions around the globe from Tokyo to Toronto and has even been used by supermodel Bella Hadid and Google. Gel Card is growing extensively and is completely self-funded and profitable.

Not only this, but recently Charles has also spent the last two years investing in water technology at UCL to start another start-up!!! How exciting!

Charles and his company Gel Card have been profiled by Business Insider, Evening Standard and BBC News and he has also been interviewed by Sky, Bloomberg Radio and BBC Radio One and now he’s here on the Nova and Boba podcast. We are so grateful to welcome Charles Robinson to the podcast wooohooooo.

Are you a young entrepreneur ready to start a business? Don’t let this podcast put you off. 

 ‘hope you’re not listening but if you are … please keep this to yourself 😉’

FYI: Charles is drinking Mango Boba Tea 

Anshika is a founder you want to get excited about! She is on a mission to digitise the South Asian Wedding Industry - worth an estimated 5 BILLION POUNDS. After struggles organising her sister's wedding during the pandemic, she discovered there was no centralised platform to organise all tasks related to planning a wedding. Since Anshika could not find one suited to the South Asian Industry, SO she built one herself! In this episode, you will hear about: - the challenges of raising Angel investment as a female founder 💸 - building a tech platform without any technical experience 👩‍🔧 - starting a biz as a solo founder 💃🏽 "Hope you’re not listening, but if you are… please keep this to yourself 😉" FYI: Anshika is drinking Passion Fruit Bubble Tea. Ama drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, and subscribe. Would love to hear your thoughts. Follow the Nova&Boba podcast on - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novaandboba... - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Qrh5Bb... - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... - Email for enquiries: novaandboba@gmail.com

Get ready to be inspired by the incredible story of Harriet Neill in the latest episode of the Nova&Boba podcast! From dropping out of school at age 15 to founding the hottest fashion brand in London, THE SENSUALIST BRAND, Harriet's journey is one of perseverance and determination.

Her brand has even been featured in top fashion magazines like Vogue, Elle, and Grazia, and worn by London's coolest celebrities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to know that there is no one "right" path to success in business.

The Nova&Boba podcast challenges society's expectations and shows that you can achieve your dreams no matter what obstacles you face. Whether you're a student or a seasoned entrepreneur, Harriet's story will motivate and inspire you to pursue your passions. Don't miss out on this amazing episode! Listen now and join the conversation about breaking the mould and making your own way in the world of business.

🎙️ Diving into the entrepreneurial journey of Haz, the mastermind behind Pally – a revolutionary social OS platform reshaping digital interaction. Tune in to our latest episode as we explore the story behind building communities and connecting the world, one innovation at a time. 🚀 #FounderSpotlight #Pally #TechInnovation #PodcastEpisode" In this episode, you will hear about: - balancing personal struggles as a founder - how to raise funding from top investors - managing a team as a younger adult FYI: Haz is drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Ama drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, and subscribe. Would love to hear your thoughts. Follow the Nova&Boba podcast on - Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ama_the_entrepreneur/ - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nova-boba/id1715996851

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@novaandboba - Email for enquiries: novaandboba@gmail.com #business #earlystage #youngfounder #youngentrepreneurs

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of sitting with the incredible Isabella Mandich, Co-Founder of LocalMeal and the proud recipient of the 2022 Young Innovator Award! LocalMeal, a startup born out of innovation, and a personal problem when she and her co-founder found it difficult to find an affordable and authentic Portuguese restaurant while travelling in Lisbon. Join us as we dive into the LocalMeal journey, exploring the challenges, victories, and delicious discoveries that lie ahead. Whether you're a food lover, a budding entrepreneur, or simply curious about the startup world, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration! Are you a young entrepreneur ready to start a business? Don’t let this podcast put you off. ‘hope you’re not listening but if you are … please keep this to yourself 😉’ FYI: Isabella is drinking Matcha Tea without the Boba Want to hear more stories and insights from inspirational founders like Isabella? Please subscribe to the pod Follow the podcast on - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novaandbobapod/ - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Qrh5Bbs6Ss92Y1ujsS0uH - Email for enquiries: novaandboba@gmail.com Connect with Isabella and LocalMeal - Instagram: @Trylocalmeal - Download the app: https://apps.apple.com/at/app/localmeal/id1670507284?l=en-GB - Website: www.localmeal.com - Isabella LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabellamandich/ Connect with Ama: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ama_the_entrepreneur/ - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amaoa/

Can one really build a business with just a couple of hundred pounds?

On this Nova&Boba episode, Joe and I discuss:

1. Joe's biggest mistake when he started Zero Gravity.

2. What did Joe do to secure funding from a billionaire investor?

3. Joe's decision to turn down a graduate role to make Zero Gravity a reality.

This is a must-listen for any aspiring early-stage entrepreneurs thinking about starting a business!

We're thrilled for you to hear this episode 💙🧋

Are you ready to start a business? Don't let this podcast discourage you. 

"Hope you're not listening, but if you are... please keep this to yourself 😉"

Host LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amaoa/

Host IG and TikTok - @ama_the_entrepreneur

Zero Gravity Website - https://www.zerogravity.co.uk/

Joe Seddon LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeseddon/

How do you sell a business you started at uni for 8 figures? 💰The tea was spilt, and it was piping hot indeed!In this interview, we dove into:

1. Are founders born or made?

2. Is it better to be bootstrapped or receive VC funding?

3. Is hard work enough to succeed in business?

Let us know your thoughts in the comment section and please give Nova&Boba a follow to hear more candid entrepreneurial insights! 📲 Tiktok @novaandbobapod 📲 YouTube @novandbova 📲 Instagram @novaandbobapod

Anshika is a founder you want to get excited about! She is on a mission to digitise the South Asian Wedding Industry - worth an estimated 5 BILLION POUNDS. After struggles organising her sister's wedding during the pandemic, she discovered there was no centralised platform to organise all tasks related to planning a wedding. Since Anshika could not find one suited to the South Asian Industry, SO she built one herself! In this episode, you will hear about: - the challenges of raising Angel investment as a female founder 💸 - building a tech platform without any technical experience 👩‍🔧 - starting a biz as a solo founder 💃🏽 "Hope you’re not listening, but if you are… please keep this to yourself 😉" FYI: Anshika is drinking Passion Fruit Bubble Tea. Ama drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, and subscribe. Would love to hear your thoughts. Follow the Nova&Boba podcast on - Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/novaandboba...⁠ - Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1Qrh5Bb...⁠ - Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...⁠ - Email for enquiries: novaandboba@gmail.com

The Nova&Boba podcast is back with episode number 5!

Do you want to be a founder but think you have to quit your day job to start a business? Well, Som’s story just might shock you!

Tune in to learn how recent graduate Som balances her startup Nestwork and her corporate CTO position at J.P. Morgan! Navigating life throughout university is stressful, especially while looking for opportunities needed to start your adult work life. Learn about how Som handled this (and more!) and why she created Nestwork–a program that gives students access to possible opportunities–to make this process less intimidating. 

🚀 Introducing Kai Hussein and his groundbreaking invention, BubbleBot! 🤖 Join us in this exciting podcast episode as we delve into the journey of a young entrepreneur revolutionising the boba industry. From concept to creation, discover how Kai's innovative robot is shaking up the traditional boba-making process. Get ready for a sip of inspiration and innovation! 🌟

In this episode, you will hear about: - being prepared to pitch your idea to stakeholders 💸 - why passion is important for your business 👩‍🔧 - why details matter 💃🏽 FYI: Kai is drinking Dragonfruit Bubble Tea. Ama is drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, and subscribe. I would love to hear your thoughts. Follow the Nova&Boba podcast on #business #earlystage #youngfounder #youngentrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BubbleBot #BobaRevolution

🚀 On the podcast we discuss how the cofounders of DotPlot are building for impact... no sugar coating just real insights on how to go from idea ➡️ to prototype ➡️ to startup. DotPlot's mission? To revolutionise the early breast cancer detection. Their at-home breast monitoring tool, coupled with a user-friendly app, aims to increase survival rates by up to 93%. After meeting during their joint Masters at Imperial College London and Royal College of Art, Debra and Shefali racked up quite a list of achievements: winning the National James Dyson Award and being featured in publications like The Times and The BBC. On the Nova&Boba podcast, we discuss topics like: 1. How to raise grant funding? 2. What product design principles do the founders use to build novel solutions? 3. How do you generate innovative ideas? AND MUCH MORE FYI: Shefali is drinking Nojito Bubble Tea. Debra is drinking Pomegranate Bubble Tea. Ama is drinking Matcha Bubble Tea. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment, and subscribe. Would love to hear your thoughts. To hear the stories of the UK's most innovative Gen Z Founders

The Nova&Boba Podcast is here 🎸 

THE SECRET IS OUT! I’ve decided to create the FIRST ever podcast to explore the realities of Entrepreneurship as a young founder.   

In our conversations I look to explore the Highs and Lows and everything in between about the journey of being a GenZ founder, while drinking one of my favourites: Boba Tea🧋   

Are you ready to start a business? Don’t let this podcast put you off.   

‘hope you’re not listening but if you are … please keep this to yourself 😉’

Trailer: DotPlot's Journey from Idea to Revolutionising Breast Cancer Detection 🎙️

Tune in to Nova&Boba for real insights on grant funding, product design principles, and generating innovative ideas from the cofounders of DotPlot, pioneers in at-home breast monitoring tools. No sugar coating, just actionable strategies to go from concept ➡️ prototype ➡️ startup!

Had so much fun talking with Nico for this episode! Sit down with your favourite boba order and listen to how Nico co-founded an AI travel that is set to change the way people organise their city trips at just 21 years old. - His all-or-nothing approach to life - Why his investor told him to quit uni - His approach to leading a company Do you want to be a founder but don't know how? Nico details his steps for you to follow and start your own business! PLEASE FOLLOW to the podcast to hear about the playbook for other Gen Z founders.

The Nova&Boba podcast is back with episode number 3!! Any students who are thinking of building a business - well this episode is for you. Georgia Gibson and team started Youni from their dorm rooms at the University of Oxford  🎓, a business origin story that holds true for a lot of young entrepreneurs just like Mark Zuckerberg. However, the Youni Team is creating a social platform to rival Facebook. 😱 Take a listen about why Georgia thinks Facebook is dead and her mission to bring the SOCIAL back into social media. ✨