Launching in Lockdown: How to start a business in 2021

<p>This is a recording of the Virgin StartUp MeetUp that took place in February 2021. Get your tickets to our next MeetUp from <a href="https://www.notion.so/wearegoldfish/Virgin-StartUp-Events-page-5ebdbaf8d9134ea68187a7e4aff824bc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">virginstartup.org/events</a>.</p><br><p>In the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s a challenging time to start a business. But in challenging times, opportunities arise for founders wanting to make a difference. Opportunities to fix problems, innovate, adapt and grow. </p><br><p>If you’re thinking of starting up, or are working hard to pivot your business, this MeetUp is for you. </p><br><p>Our host, Virgin StartUp advisor and founder of Rebel Book Club, Ben Keene, spoke to three lockdown entrepreneurs to set out a clear plan of action for would-be founders contemplating starting up, and established founders looking to pivot. </p><br><p>Featuring: </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Ayesha Pakravan, founder of custom hospitality business, The Plattery, and not-for-profit tackling food poverty, Vital Meals </li><li>Hannah Adams, founder of launched in lockdown Pieces of the Puzzle, a sustainable, wellbeing-first puzzle company </li><li>Roshanne Dorsett, founder of health and eco-conscious skincare startup, The Glowcery</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.notion.so/wearegoldfish/Virgin-StartUp-Homepage-29af84592a96498a89c8de0f71d5b8ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Virgin StartUp</a> helps founders and future founders start and grow the businesses they’re passionate about. Our monthly MeetUp events are for founders to access invaluable advice and network with like-minded entrepreneurs. Find out more at virginstartup.org </p><br><p>Thanks to the support from <a href="https://www.notion.so/wearegoldfish/Virgin-Money-50a426b2e7bc406e9120d47c44b65b68" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Virgin Money</a> , we’re able to make our MeetUp events free to attend, providing thousands of early-stage founders with the support they need to