Author Archives: Rishi Chowdhury

About Rishi Chowdhury

Co founder of YHP, founder of IncuBus Ventures, online marketing consultant & host of one of London's top entrepreneurial events (Flagons Den). Regularly found networking around Tech City, convincing myself I'm working. Working for the future, living for the moment.

Girl Meets Dress, we meet co founder Anna Bance, who’s been busy disrupting retail fashion Bootstrapped

I recently had the chance to interview Anna Bance, founder of Girl Meets Dress. The idea is something which has been successfully done in a number of industries and Anna is looking to ensure that thi Read More...
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Do you need a degree to be an entrepreneur? Be Inspired

No! Of course you don’t! These guys didn’t have a college degree and they did pretty well: Richard Branson Mark Zuckerberg Henry Ford David Karp Larry Ellison Kevin Rose Michael Dell Just Read More...
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How a £1 eBay ad led to a booming business for two brothers – Trade Radiators Bootstrapped

I recently spoke to two brothers, Nic and James Auckland who back in 2004 had the spark that eventually turned into Trade Radiators. Without further ado, read on for the interview: How are you guys t Read More...
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The evolution of Tech City’s latest startup: Blinc Mobile

Blinc-olution Blinc is a photo messaging app which enables you to send a picture to a friend, and see their instant reaction sent back to you…however, read on for their latest NEW features. As B Read More...
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Starting the UK’s first high street bank in 150 years – Anthony Thomson, Metro Bank founder Entrepreneurs

A few years ago I heard about a startup who raised £75m in seed funding and were planning to take on the high street banks. Metro Bank started opening up stores across London and they were hard to mi Read More...
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More than just a bucket list, this is Doolist – Interview with founder Dave Knowles Entrepreneurs

I love new and different experiences and so do a lot of people. Everyone says they want to do this and that, but are you actually doing them? Probably not. I speak to Dave Knowles, who is helping peop Read More...
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The Automotive sector is stirring in Tech City Lifestyle

. We take a look at a couple of those companies including ClickMechanic To say that London’s Tech City has been thriving over the past several years would be an understatement. However within the sw Read More...
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You’re invited to the Build the Startup Challenge final! Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

This Friday see’s the completion of the month long ‘Build the Startup’ challenge! The challenge hosted by Sooqini, Rockstar Youth and YHP has achieved its goal in helping grow startu Read More...
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Follow the Build the Startup Challenge and vote for your winner! Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

The Build the Startup Challenge hosted by Sooqini, Rockstar Youth and YHP is underway! You can follow all the progress and team profiles here. Vote for your favourite team by sharing their profil Read More...
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Enrolio – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team Enrolio:   What is Enrolio? Enrolio is an online video education platform that solves hiring for companies. We’re a Khan Academy, Course Read More...

Bikini Fling – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team Bikini Fling: What is Bikini Fling? Bikini Fling is a swimwear company selling swimwear made from Italian fabric and with a fantastic cut, sold bot Read More...

Nisbett & George – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team Nisbett & George:   What is N&G? N&G create a commercial platform for creative graduate designers to sell & promote their prod Read More...
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Getaway – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team Getaway: What is Getaway? Getaway allows people to take spontaneous weekend breaks. Just swipe-tap-tap to book a holiday and open the app later on Read More...
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HUB42 – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team HUB42: What is HUB42? HUB42 is a London-based creative and business events management agency that designs and delivers personal, tailor-made experi Read More...
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Pic Fit – Build the Startup Challenge Profile Build the Startup Challenge Profiles

Lets take a look at Build the Startup Challenge team Pic Fit: What is Pic Fit? We are a dietitian in your pocket.  Keep a record of the food you eat, set targets, and get personalised advice to help Read More...