The Skincare Enthusiast: How To Come Up With A $19M Idea In A Week - Ahana Banerjee

Building a business is not always about finding an external gap in the market. Ahana Banerjee looked inward to what mattered to her to come up with a business idea while at university.After experiencing severe acne through her teenage years, Ahana deleted her Instagram account and was determined to develop a platform for people to share their experiences with acne without being judged.She developed Clear, a first-of-its-kind app that allows you to track your skincare routine and connect with other users who might be experiencing similar issues. Within two years, it was valued at $19 million.In this episode, Ahana and Alberto discuss the unobvious benefits of having no experience in business, managing rapid growth, and driving innovation out of personal need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Not long ago, Alberto Zandi was a university student trying to figure out his professional path. His first steps were in strategy consulting, but he quickly realized he had an appetite for business. By 22, he founded Emerald Hospitality Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses according to The Sunday Times in 2024. Now, at 28, Alberto employs over 200 people and owns multiple hospitality brands. His hard work and dedication have landed him a place on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list in 2023.In "30 & Thriving," Alberto sits down with fellow Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees to share the real stories behind their successes, challenges, and personal journeys. These conversations aim to humanize success, showcasing the resilience and perseverance needed to thrive. Tune in for authentic insights that inspire and motivate you to pursue your own entrepreneurial dreams.IG: https://www.instagram.com/30tofficial/LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/30tofficial/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.