From backpacker to CEO: How traveling made me a better entrepreneur
Thursday, 10 October – 14:30 – 15:30
Room: Auditorium 6/7
CEO and founder of Hitlist, Gillian Morris, will share her personal story of starting a company that now serves over 2 million users worldwide. After leaving home at age 18, she worked and travelled throughout much of Europe and Asia, building skills that ultimately set her up to be a successful entrepreneur. Hear how dealing with corrupt officials, language barriers, and cultural differences shaped a couchsurfing backpacker into a leader.
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Why attend
- Over 600 attendees from the global youth and student travel industry
- 200+ pre-selected buyers
- Up to 44 pre-scheduled business appointments
- 92% senior management attendees
- 25 seminars and workshops
- Up to 7 networking events