From Plants to Profits: How I Built a Scalable Business at 16
In this inspiring and practical session, Cameron Reardon-Davies shares the real story behind launching his first business at just 16 and turning it into a six-figure, scalable brand - before successfully exiting and launching his award-winning venture, The Secret Plant House.
Drawing on personal experience and hard-won lessons, Cameron will explore:
- How to spot an idea with growth potential
- Turning passion into profit - even with limited resources
- What it really takes to scale a brand from your bedroom to the high street (and beyond)
- Mistakes made, lessons learned, and what he'd do differently
Attendees will walk away with honest insights, relatable stories, and practical tips for building a brand, growing a business, and navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship - at any age.
Bio
Cameron Reardon-Davies is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, business advisor, and co-founder of The Secret Plant House - a boutique plant shop nestled in the iconic Victorian Ammanford Arcade. Known for its rare and exotic houseplants, the brand has become a vibrant and recognisable name in the industry, with features in John Lewis and a fast-growing wholesale arm.
Cameron’s entrepreneurial journey began at just 16, when he launched Bug Box - a unique business that scaled into a six-figure brand with a franchise in New York. He went on to feature on BBC’s Young Welsh and Pretty Minted and was recognised as a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards.
Today, Cameron is focused on expanding The Secret Plant House, including an exciting new plant and espresso bar concept. Whether he’s growing businesses or nurturing plants, Cameron brings creativity, drive, and real-world experience to everything he does.
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