<p>Roger Wade talks us through his career journey from market stall to VC fund, by way of streetwear and the world’s first pop-up mall. </p> <p>Roger is the founder and former CEO of BOXPARK and current Chairman of venture capital firm BoxFund. After graduating, Roger started Boxfresh, growing it from a market stall to a hugely successful international brand selling in 12 different countries. In 2010, he founded and created the world’s first pop-up mall, BOXPARK Shoreditch. </p> <p>Here, he shares the secrets of his success; the traits, skills and habits he’s honed along the way; and the advice he’d give his younger self.</p> <p>Not one to miss if you’re interested in finding your way, entrepreneurship, growing a business, and the power of adversity – or if you just want to hear a really interesting story.</p> <p>Thanks to Kathryn Eastwood (EY Foundation Director of Income and Employer Partnerships) and Roger Wade.</p> <p>Don&#39;t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review!</p> <p>What are you enjoying (or not)? What question should we consider next? Email the team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected].</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>00:00 - 02:50: Introduction</p> <p>02:50 - 07:11: School &amp; university</p> <p>07:11 – 11:33: Starting out &amp; Boxfresh</p> <p>11:33 – 23:28: Skills, mindset &amp; inspiration</p> <p>23:28 – 29:09: BOXPARK &amp; BoxFund</p> <p>29:09 – 34:08: Entrepreneurship now</p> <p>34:08 – 37:30: Habits for success</p> <p>37:30 – 44:12: Best advice</p>