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John Stapleton | Speaker Biography

Consumer brand entrepreneur and category creator
Co-founder of New Covent Garden Soup and Little Dish
Advisor and investor in growth stage impact ventures
John Stapleton is an entrepreneur who transforms innovative ideas into category-leading consumer brands. With over 30 years of experience, he specialises in building and scaling businesses that challenge the status quo while navigating the complex journey from startup to successful exit.

As co-founder of New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish, John pioneered the fresh soup and chilled toddler food categories, respectively, successfully exiting both ventures to larger firms. He currently serves as Chairman of Fischer Farms, a founding partner of Redesdale Food Fund, and an advisor to Mission Ventures.

John helps growth-stage businesses overcome critical challenges by applying his practical knowledge of derisking ventures, building resilient operations, and making strategic decisions amid uncertainty. His approach combines financial acumen with authentic leadership principles, enabling founders to scale faster while avoiding costly mistakes that typically derail promising startups.

Audiences gain actionable insights on turning uncertainty into competitive advantage, implementing effective growth strategies without excessive capital, and developing leadership skills that foster innovation. John's presentations blend practical business wisdom with personal stories from his entrepreneurial journey, including valuable lessons from both successes and failures.

Book John Stapleton for a keynote that delivers honest, memorable insights that resonate with entrepreneurs and corporate innovators seeking transformative business growth.

Want to book John Stapleton for your next event?  

Email john.stapleton@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.

Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to John Stapleton directly.

What topics does John Stapleton specialise in?  

John Stapleton specialises in talking about entrepreneurship, consumer goods, business strategy and more.

What is John Stapleton's speaking style like?  

John captivates audiences with authentic storytelling, sharing valuable lessons from his journey. His engaging style inspires and empowers, making him a sought-after speaker for transformative insights and practical wisdom. AI summary based on real event feedback.

Does John Stapleton offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, John Stapleton offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book John Stapleton?

John Stapleton transforms entrepreneurial challenges into strategic advantages, offering audiences practical wisdom from his 30-year journey building category-leading brands like New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish. Book John for actionable insights on scaling businesses, navigating uncertainty, and developing authentic leadership that will empower your team to achieve transformative growth without costly mistakes.

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