In episode 9 of the BFIS podcast, our Head of School, Rachel Hovington, engages in a captivating conversation with Roger Egan, a serial entrepreneur and innovator. With a focus on fostering creativity, innovation, and individual potential, Rachel delves into Roger’s remarkable journey, from his early days in investment banking to his ventures in insurance, e-commerce and education. Together they explore the essential skills children must develop to succeed not just in the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship but also in a rapidly changing landscape of unpredictable opportunities and challenges.
Resilience
Roger shares his experience as an entrepreneur, including the creation of HeadShield, a groundbreaking insurance product, and the founding of Redmart, a successful online grocery store acquired by Alibaba. His experiences span industries and continents, offering valuable lessons in resilience, persistence, and the pursuit of meaningful impact.
Nurturing life skills
The conversation takes an inspiring turn as Roger discusses his latest venture, Nurture, an education technology platform designed to empower parents in nurturing essential life skills (financial literacy, health, fitness, nutrition, etc.) in their children. Rooted in constructivist learning theory and powered by interactive storytelling, Nurture represents a bold step forward in parental education.
If you are interested in being a beta tester to help co-create Nurture, please join the waitlist on their website: https://www.nurture.is/“
Hands-on Projects
Throughout the episode, Rachel and Roger also explore the importance of project-based learning education, where students are allowed to work on something they are interested in, put their knowledge into action, and their action into knowledge, overcome obstacles, and persevere. Both underscore the significance of cultivating critical skills like resilience and technological literacy. However, they equally stress the indispensable role of integrity in fostering meaningful relationships—not only as a cornerstone of effective leadership but also as a fundamental key to human happiness.
As they conclude their discussion, Rachel reflects on the shared commitment to innovation and collaboration in education, inviting listeners to join the journey of exploration and discovery at BFIS. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode offers invaluable insights and inspiration for shaping the future of learning.
