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Entrepreneur Stories is now a podcast on Spotify! Thank you to everyone who has joined us at Banyan Workspace over the past six months for our successful Entrepreneur Stories series, where the founders of successful businesses share their experiences and advice in front of an intimate audience of peers. What started as a passion project by our founder Rasheed Shroff and MD Charlotte Lafitte, with the aim of inspiring, encouraging and assisting those who are embarking on their own entrepreneurial journeys here in Hong Kong, was so well received by both our entrepreneur panelists and attendees that we decided to record and release the conversations to a wider audience. For our inaugural podcast, recorded on 18th June 2024 at Banyan, Rasheed sat down with Trilby White (Founder of Creature Comforts Group and Vetopia Group, and the recipient of this year’s AmCham HK Leading Women Entrepreneur award) and Diego Dultzin Lacoste (Co-founder of members-only luxury flash sale platform OnTheList) to explore how they got started, how they scaled their businesses over the years from initial ideas to household names, and the lessons they learned along the way. It really was an insightful discussion with so much to learn from two seasoned entrepreneurs, and we hope everyone who listens gains as much from the authentic and transparent sharing as we did! Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/e-V2_bQV

Our founder, Rasheed Shroff, was recently interviewed by Sally Ho on Radio 3 RTHK ‘The Purpose Pivot'! In this inaugural episode, Rasheed shares the story behind the creation of Banyan Workspace; how he transitioned from corporate employee to embarking on his own entrepreneurial journey, founding the most sustainable coworking space in Hong Kong. Listen in and discover how the concept of Banyan emerged from his broader dedication to responsible, ethical business practices. A big thank you to Sally Ho and the Purpose Pivot team for featuring Rasheed's journey and highlighting Banyan Workspace's mission! Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/e86HK4xn #BanyanWorkspace #PurposePivot #Sustainability #Inspiration

We're still buzzing from Trilby White and Diego Dultzin Lacoste's transparent, authentic and engaged sharing to a full house at Entrepreneur Stories on Tuesday night! From barbecues for friends and family with free flowing hotdogs and tequila as a tool to drive customer engagement for OnTheList, to maps of Hong Kong with blue pins and red pins to identify the areas which may be best to open an Animal Hospital for Creature Comforts Group, the real life stories of how these two trailblazing entrepreneurs went about building and scaling their businesses from scratch, together with their partners, left us all inspired and full of admiration. This was the first episode of Entrepreneur Stories that we recorded and the full episode, with anecdotes, advice and lessons from Trilby and Diego will be released soon! 🔊 Stay tuned for more events and inspiration! #entrepreneurship #podcast #entrepreneurstories

🔊 Calling Hong Kong entrepreneurs and those thinking about starting a business! Entrepreneur Stories Episode III at Banyan Workspace, featuring Trilby White and Diego Dultzin Lacoste, will dive into the stories of two of Hong Kong's best loved businesses and how these two trailblazing entrepreneurs built Creature Comforts Group and OnTheList 💡 We'll be covering - 💥 How they went from idea to execution 💥 When and how they knew they were onto something scaleable 💥 How they went about the challenges of financing growth 💥 The importance of building trust with their customers and business partners 💥 The difficulties of recruiting a team and growing it as their businesses scaled 💥 Their customer acquisition & retention strategies and the lessons learned 💥 Why Hong Kong is a great place to run their business from I'm looking forward to hearing from these two incredible business owners and it's a fantastic opportunity for any early stage or budding entrepreneur to learn from and engage with Trilby and Diego, who both started and built their businesses here in Hong Kong Secure your spot now 🔗 - https://lnkd.in/ehvjuW7X #Entrepreneurship #PanelDiscussion #HongKongEntrepreneurs

If you're constantly hearing about how ChatGPT is transforming the workplace but still have no idea how to leverage its benefits, it's time to educate yourself! Last month, Banyan Workspace hosted a Lunch & Learn session on using Generative AI to increase productivity in the workplace, and it was one of our most popular events of the year. Tech expert Stephane Monsallier, CEO of System in Motion, transformed how people understood systems such as ChatGPT, vastly increasing attendees’ skill and usage of this new technology. In response to this feedback, we are excited to share that Systems In Motion’s regional manager Jackie Fong will now be running a new 3-hour intensive training course at Banyan next month! She will guide participants on a personalised and interactive journey into the world of AI, ensuring everyone is fully grounded in this vital technology. Limited spots available. Secure yours now: https://lnkd.in/eDmUGzy3

A lot is happening this month at Banyan Workspace! Join us for an exciting lineup of events and expand your knowledge, boost your creativity, and explore new opportunities. Sign up now! 1️⃣ THINK INSIDE THE BOX: Creativity and Innovation Workshop for Professionals 🗓️ Tue 4 Jun | 6:30 PM ✨ Discover how to enhance your creative thinking skills using a structured and research-based approach. Join Pavan Kumar Arasappa in this valuable evening workshop and unlock your creative potential. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDtjSEXb 2️⃣ ENTREPRENEUR STORIES: Scaling for Growth! 🗓️ Tue 18 Jun | 6 PM 💡 Hear captivating stories from successful entrepreneurs Trilby White from Creature Comforts Group and Diego Dultzin Lacoste from OnTheList. Learn from their experiences and gain insights into scaling businesses. An exclusive conversation and Q&A session awaits! Grab your spot: https://lnkd.in/ehvjuW7X 3️⃣ LAUNCH YOUR OWN PODCAST: Lunch and Learn 🗓️ Thu 20 Jun | 12:30 PM 🎙️ Always dreamed of hosting your own podcast? Join Carmen Salameh in this hands-on workshop and learn how to develop your concept, establish your recording process, and more. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch! Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/emkHFj5z 4️⃣ GENERATIVE AI FOR BEGINNERS: Intensive Training Course 🗓️ Mon 8 Jul | 9 AM 🤖 Unlock the essential skills to harness the full potential of generative AI. Jackie Fong from System in Motion will guide you through this transformative workshop, helping you boost efficiency and work operations. Limited seats available, secure yours now: https://lnkd.in/eezcXCJV (Early bird discount until 8th June) Don't miss these incredible opportunities for growth and learning. Sign up today and take your professional journey to new heights! #ProfessionalDevelopment #LearningOpportunities

Learn how two of Hong Kong’s leading entrepreneurs built their businesses from an initial idea to the well-known and trusted brands we (and our pets) know and love today! Join us on June 18th at 6PM for the latest episode of Entrepreneur Stories. We are delighted to welcome Trilby White, co-founder of Creature Comforts and Vetopia, and Diego Dultzin Lacoste , co-founder of OnTheList. Trilby and Diego will share their experience of scaling and growing their businesses through new categories, markets and channels, and the pivots they made to successfully build their businesses. We’ll dive into the opportunities they saw that convinced them their ideas were scalable, the challenges they encountered in driving growth and how they overcame those challenges. What can you expect to learn? ✅ when and how they knew there were onto something big ✅ the importance of building trust and credibility with their suppliers and customers ✅ how they dealt with the challenges of securing the finance needed to grow ✅ the importance of having the right people on their team to drive their businesses alongside them ✅ the lessons they learned about customer acquisition and retention …and so much more! Moderated by Banyan Workspace co-founder and founder of Dragonfly Asia-Pacific, Rasheed Shroff, this exclusive event will provide valuable insights for early-stage entrepreneurs and SME leaders aspiring to achieve similar success. Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/ehvjuW7X #Entrepreneurship #SuccessStories #BusinessGrowth #Inspiration #Networking #RegisterNow

Have you always wanted to create your own podcast but didn't know where to start? Well, there's no time to waste! Make the most of your lunch break with this workshop that will provide you with everything you need to start your own podcast. The workshop is led by Carmen Salameh, an experienced entrepreneur and podcaster. Carmen hosts the Hong Kong Business Owners podcast, where she interviews successful entrepreneurs, sharing their stories, struggles, and lessons learned. Join us at Banyan Workspace on June 20th from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM for our Lunch & Learn - How to Launch Your Podcast. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of developing your podcast concept, establishing a step-by-step recording process, and clarifying the equipment you'll need for your recordings. It's important to come prepared with the idea for your podcast, as we will develop it further during the session, ensuring you leave with a solid foundation to launch your podcast. In addition to the workshop, you'll have access to a day pass at our coworking space to help you accommodate your schedule. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eyvNTmFw

At Banyan Workspace, we strongly believe in the power of collaboration. We work closely with partners that share our mission and values, ensuring long-lasting and meaningful connections. And as Banyan members, you can share the benefits! Today, we’re excited to launch our new Members Benefits page on our website, where you can access exclusive discounts and offers from a range of local companies. Take a moment to explore the page: https://lnkd.in/gY-xBrFv If you are interested in learning more about this initiative or if you would like to feature your services on our Members Benefit page, we would love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out and let's discuss how we can further support and collaborate together! #Collaboration #MembersBenefit #BusinessSupport #BanyanWorkspace