Ready. Set. Launch. 2026 – The real steps to turning ideas into action.

Ready. Set. Launch. 2026 is an empowering panel event designed to help women move from idea to action through honest founder stories, practical insight, and uplifting conversation.

Whether you're starting a business, exploring a new project, or embarking on a new chapter, this event will provide you with the clarity, confidence, and inspiration you need to begin and stay motivated.

Join us for a powerful evening of storytelling, mindset shifts, actionable advice, and community connection to kickstart your 2026 with purpose.

What to Expect

• Insightful and relatable founder stories
• Guidance on clarity, confidence & taking the first step
• Tools and strategies for navigating self-doubt
• Practical advice on habits, mindset & execution
• Audience Q&A with all panellists
• Networking with a supportive, ambitious community
• Free-flowing drinks & a curated food spread
• Professional event photography included

Meet the Panel

Francesca Edmondson

Founder, Fabled Events

Francesca began her career in luxury wellness events before joining the two-person team behind one of London’s most influential members’ clubs. In early 2025, she launched Fabled - a conversation-led events platform designed to challenge narratives, deepen thinking and bring people together. Today she’s focused on scaling Fabled into a standout cultural brand through thoughtful programming, meaningful storytelling and personal expansion.

Aurélie Pearl

Founder, REDEFINE WMNH

Aurélie Pearl is a London-based storyteller and speaker who challenges the idea that a woman’s best years are behind her once she becomes a mother. As a mom of three young children, she understands the tension between motherhood, identity and personal growth, and speaks to women who reject the narrative that they must choose between family and ambition.

She is the founder of REDEFINE WMNHOOD, a platform for ambitious women shaping the legacy they want to leave behind. Through her words, Aurélie Pearl creates experiences that empower women to reconnect with themselves, embrace possibility and redefine what fulfilment looks like.

Hope Flynn

Founder, So What?

Hope Flynn, 33, is the founder of So What? community, a purpose-driven platform dedicated to empowering people to embrace authenticity, build confidence and rewrite limiting narratives. Passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces, Hope launched the community to help individuals turn “so what?” moments, setbacks, doubts and societal expectations into fuel for growth.

Her work blends honest storytelling, mindset tools, and community connection to inspire personal resilience. Known for her compassionate leadership and relatable voice, Hope continues to uplift others on their journey toward self-acceptance and meaningful change.

Damian Sirso

Founder, Productivity Bears

Damian Sirso is the founder of Productivity Bears, where he’s building a high-performance, collaborative space for young entrepreneurs to learn, fail, grow, and take action without fear. Since launching in 2024, he has hosted over 12 events, bringing together more than 500 attendees to help founders strengthen their business models, build meaningful partnerships, and connect with equally ambitious peers.

Damian’s approach is analytical, straightforward and deeply human - he creates environments where people can openly explore both the wins and the challenges of their business with zero judgment. His mission centres on embracing failure as a non-negotiable part of growth, and he brings a refreshing honesty and clarity to conversations about execution, mindset and taking action.

Event Schedule

6:45 PM
Arrival, registration & welcome drinks

6:45 PM – 7:00 PM
Opening remarks & Introduction with host, Ginet

7:00 PM – 8:20 PM
Panel discussion + guided questions + audience Q&A

8:20 PM – 8:45 PM
Networking, drinks & photography

What’s Included

• Panel discussion & Q&A
• Complimentary wine, drinks & food
• Professional event photography
• Networking and connection

Who It’s For

Anyone who:

• have an idea and want to take action
• need clarity, confidence or direction
• want real stories from founders
• enjoy community, connection & inspiration
• want a meaningful start to their year

Although this event centres women’s experiences, it is open and welcoming to all.

The Venue

The Hearth 16 Lonsdale Rd, London NW6 6RD
A warm, intimate, community-focused space perfect for connection and conversation.

Hosted By

Ginet Esprit
Founder of Empower Coaching Network - creating transformative spaces for women to grow, connect, and build the lives they envision.