Racheal began her career as a full stack software engineer with a BEng in Computer Science from Queen’s University, specialising in data analysis, artificial intelligence and user-centric design. She went on to found startups in productivity and sports performance, and is the winner of INVENT Consumer Software Category, Institute of Directors Pitch Perfect and has secured over £150k in funding including Techstart, Catalyst and Queen’s.

Alexander followed his PhD in Biochemistry at Queen’s by a 10-year international academic career in Ireland, Sweden and the US. Over the next 30 years, he worked in four food/agriculture start ups that have become global businesses employing over 400 people and turning-over in excess of $500 million. Hadden has a range of experience from product development, marketing and global sales to mergers, acquisitions and trade sales.

Laura is the founder and Managing Director of Cove; a forward-thinking, digital marketing agency based in Co Down. Her company works with growth-focused clients to excel and grow their business operations. She is committed to creating meaningful impact, not only for my clients but also for the communities and causes they care about.

A Growth Product Manager at Time Doctor, Richard focuses on driving user acquisition and retention strategies for innovative time-tracking software.  He is eager to share the strategic insights and experiences he has gathered from over a decade in the tech industry, where he has held pivotal roles leading product teams in dynamic SaaS environments to driving strategic initiatives in vulnerability management at Rapid7.

Shelley is the cofounder of innovative skin brands including SKINICIAN cosmeceutical skincare and the iconic He-Shi Exceptional Tan, alongside her mother Hilary McMurray, forming a powerhouse in the skincare industry. Shelley has a background in Business Development and Innovation, has vast experience in building a team to project managing new product development, and takes pride in mentoring and helping young female leaders of the future.

With a BSc in Business Management from Queen’s, Aidan is the founder and CEO of Mude, a pioneering a new approach to clothing that seamlessly integrates with medical devices. Aidan has a strong foundation in business strategy, product development and market research and has been recognised in prestigious start-up competitions across the UK, including being a Santander X Top 100 UK University Start-Up finalist, an AXA Startup Angels Top 15 UK Finalist and a TATA Varsity Pitch Top 7 UK University finalist.

David is a Co-Founder of Opinly, a platform designed to help demand generation marketers enhance their efforts across all channels by leveraging successful strategies already proven in the market. He has founded several businesses and brings experience across technology, marketing and fundraising.

Lauren McKeown has a First-Class Hons degree in Business Management from Queen’s and a passion for helping others navigate the world of entrepreneurship and business. She has founded her own startup, consulted for businesses on branding, marketing, and strategy, and worked with government bodies to support small business growth. She is passionate about helping students figure out their next steps, whether they have a fully formed business idea or just a spark of curiosity about entrepreneurship. She believes in practical, honest advice and enjoys creating a space where students can ask questions, explore opportunities and gain the confidence to take their ideas forward.