Sahar Hashemi is a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur and an internationally recognized thought leader in entrepreneurial mindset. Founder of two disruptive businesses and author of a bestselling book on entrepreneurship, Hashemi is known as a change agent and problem solver in the corporate world. From her initial career in corporate law to co-founding Coffee Republic, the UK’s first American-style coffee chain, and later Skinny Candy, a pioneering sugar-free candy brand, Hashemi possesses a deep understanding of both entrepreneurial and corporate behavior. Over the past decade, she has spoken at over 400 organizations, offering her unique perspective on what blocks entrepreneurial culture in large companies and how to unleash it for innovation and growth.
Sahar Hashemi left her career at a top London law firm to co-found Coffee Republic with her brother, Bobby. In just five years, they grew it into one of the UK’s most recognized brands, with 110 locations and £30 million in revenue. After stepping away from daily management, Hashemi authored *Anyone Can Do It*, a bestseller translated into six languages that demystifies entrepreneurship. She went on to found Skinny Candy, a sugar-free candy brand that redefined the market and was later sold in 2007. Her latest book, *Start-Up Forever*, addresses building an entrepreneurial culture within large companies and was named a Financial Times Best Business Book. Recognized for her impact, Sahar was named a *Pioneer to the Life of the Nation* by Queen Elizabeth II and awarded an OBE for her contributions to the UK economy.
Sahar Hashemi’s conferences are inspiring and practical, focused on fostering an entrepreneurial mindset within organizations and removing the barriers to innovation in corporate environments. With a motivational and engaging style, she encourages audiences to adopt the flexibility and agility of startups, even within established businesses. Hashemi delves into how anyone can cultivate a creative and entrepreneurial approach and transform ideas into successful ventures.
In this talk, Sahar Hashemi covers principles for embedding creativity and innovation within structured corporate environments. Through practical tools and strategies, she demonstrates how anyone in an organization can adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and contribute to positive change, overcoming internal and cultural barriers.
Based on her book *Start-Up Forever*, this talk explores how large companies can adopt a startup culture to remain competitive. Hashemi presents actionable steps and tools for implementing this transformation, sharing personal experiences and case studies that highlight the impact of entrepreneurial culture.
This talk focuses on the importance of passion and perseverance in achieving business success. Hashemi shares her journey from leaving a law career to building a renowned brand and how these values were essential in overcoming challenges along the way.
If you’re looking for an inspiring and practical talk on entrepreneurial mindset, corporate culture, or creativity, you can book Sahar Hashemi through Thinking Heads. As a leading figure in entrepreneurship and corporate innovation, Sahar provides expert insights on unlocking entrepreneurial potential within large organizations. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure her participation in your next event.
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