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Old Lyonian Josh Kettle Inspires the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs at John Lyon School

Old Lyonian Josh Kettle Inspires the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs at John Lyon School
24 Mar 2025
Written by Bharti Bhikha
Careers News

We were delighted to welcome back Josh Kettle (OL 1997), Founder and Managing Director of ShakeTastic®, for an engaging and interactive Goldhawk Q&A session at the School. Josh’s return was a fantastic opportunity for students to gain first hand insights into the world of business, brand-building, and entrepreneurship.

Interviewed by our Upper Sixth Business students, Josh spoke candidly about his entrepreneurial journey from the inspiration behind ShakeTastic® to the realities of navigating the business landscape. He shared the challenges of starting and scaling a brand, overcoming setbacks, and the key lessons he has learned along the way. His story highlighted the importance of resilience, adaptability, and passion in achieving success.

Josh’s visit not only offered valuable industry knowledge but also inspired students to think ambitiously about their own future pathways. His openness and honesty gave them a realistic yet motivating glimpse into the world of entrepreneurship, sparking curiosity and ambition.

A huge thank you to Josh for giving back to the School Community and inspiring the next generation of business leaders. We look forward to following his continued success and hope to welcome him back in the near future.

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L -R: Yahya B (OL 2013), Gemma Holland, Head of Art,  Neal K (OL 2014),  Brindon B (OL 2011)

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