# Event Details - **Event Name**: Small Business Series: Meet the Founder - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 11:45 am – Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: Explore practical business growth, resilience, visibility, confidence and power of community with female founders in this inspiring event.About this EventJoin Grow London Local in bringing together female founders from across London. This is a brilliant opportunity to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, share insights from your journey and get support with the challenges of running your own small businesses.In this session, hear from our inspiring guest speakers as they explore practical strategies for business growth, building visibility, the power of community and staying resilient while navigating the realities of entrepreneurship.Guest speaker: Martha Keith, founder and CEO of Martha BrookMartha Keith is the founder and CEO of Martha Brook, a personalised stationery and lifestyle brand that has grown into a global ecommerce success. Alongside leading her product business, she launched Business Secrets Club in 2024 to support fellow entrepreneurs with marketing, strategy and building community-led brands, growing the platform to a community of more than 100,000 members in under 18 months.She also serves on the Advisory Council of the British Library, is an Ambassador for the Business & IP Centre and was recently appointed to the UK Government Small Business Growth Forum.At the event, Martha will talk about How to market your brand on a budgetGuest speaker: Tracey Butcher, founder of Founder Mums ClubFounder Mums Club is a UK‑wide community that brings together and supports mums building businesses while balancing family life.As a mum of four, certified coach and mindfulness teacher, Tracey champions ambitious mothers who want to grow with confidence, resilience and genuine connection.Tracey created Founder Mums Club to ensure that no mother has to build a business alone. With regular online and in-person connection events, wellbeing sessions and expert masterclasses, Founder Mums Club provides a supportive, non-judgemental and safe space where mums in business can learn, connect and thrive together.During the event, Tracey will discuss practical hacks: what works (and what doesn’t)when building a business and a community.Guest speaker: Soni Panda, director of Soni Panda x LTDSoni is an entrepreneur, business mentor, serial podcaster, public speaker and personal stylist who believes confidence and authenticity aren't just buzzwords, but the whole strategy.She built her hosiery brand, Soni Panda x LTD, from the ground up, learned every lesson the hard way and turned those experiences into something bigger: mentoring founders, taking the stage to inspire and challenge audiences, sparking real conversations about entrepreneurship, AI, fashion, modern business trends, and showing up in rooms she probably helped build.Whether she's on stage, behind a mic, in a boardroom or helping someone find their edge, Soni brings sharp business thinking, creative flair and the kind of energy that makes people take notes.At the event, Soni will talk about Style, Strategy & Standing Out in Business.Light refreshments are provided. Spaces are limited – reserve your spot today!Date: Monday 22 June 2026Time: 11.45am to 2pmLocation: London & Partners, 169 Union Street, London SE1 0LLTo get the most out of the event, please arrive at 11.45am for a sharp 12pm start.Please note: you will need to bring an original photographic ID to enter the building.Agenda:12pm to 12.15pm: registration12.15pm to 12.30pm: welcome from Grow London Local and speedy founder introductions (be ready for a quick-fire round of introductions – just tell us your name and your business).12.30pm to 12.40pm: guest speaker – Martha Keith, founder and CEO of Martha Brook12.40pm - 12.50pm: guest speaker - Tracey Butcher, founder of Founder Mums Club.12.50pm to 1pm: guest speaker – Soni Panda, director of Soni Panda x LTD.1pm - 1.10pm: Q&A.1.10pm to 1.50pm: networking and refreshments.Event disclaimer: Please note that photos and videos may be taken during this event for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear in any photos or videos, please inform the event host upon arrival.If you have any questions about this or any other Grow London Local event, please contact us on eventenquiries@growlondonlocal.londonUnable to attend? You can still book a free consultation with our business support managers. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/4c5641d0-6e26-11f1-8677-29652fb2f218-rimg-w740-h740-dcc3c3c2-gmir.jpg Image of Martha Keith, founder and CEO of Martha Brook https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4c9064a0-6e26-11f1-9142-23c31cc090e3-rimg-w492-h740-dcc4a895-gmir.jpg Image of Tracey Butcher, founder of Founder Mums Club https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/4cc61aa0-6e26-11f1-87fe-11446d6ef052-rimg-w740-h740-dcd4d6d5-gmir.jpg Image of Soni Panda, director of Soni Panda x LTD - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/small-business-series-meet-the-founder/100001990167949912 - **Event Categories**: business, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes - Location: London & Partners - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: London & Partners - **lat**: 51.5033105 - **long**: -0.0984775 - **full address**: London & Partners, 169 Union Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Small Business Series: Meet the Founder - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b27733f067cf199056f057be99ee118aa1955f4feb9d941fe1195b67256bdc33-rimg-w1200-h436-dcf3eeea-gmir.jpg?v=1779515360 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Small Business Series: Meet the Founder being held? - **A:** Small Business Series: Meet the Founder takes place on Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 11:45 am to Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm at London & Partners, 169 Union Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Small Business Series: Meet the Founder? - **A:** Small Business Series: Meet the Founder is organized by Grow London Local. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Small Business Series: Meet the Founder is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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