Leadership, Resilience, and Real-Time Performance with Atherio’s Ben Stocken Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 6:15-9 PM UK TimeLocation: 1 Warwick by Maslow’s Building a business is one of the hardest things you will ever do and one of the most rewarding. This evening is an honest, inspiring conversation for founders at any stage who want a real insight into what it actually takes to build, lead, and keep going. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Maslow’s, this is not a polished keynote or surface-level success story. It is a candid, interview-style conversation with Ben, founder of Atherio, about the realities of entrepreneurship, including the failures, the struggles, the wins, and the journey in between. Why This Event Matters Ben has spent over 20 years advising FTSE 250 companies and fast-growth businesses, and as the founder of Atherio, he knows first-hand the pressure of building something from the ground up. A former England Rugby coach and extreme endurance athlete, including summiting the world’s 10th deadliest mountain and completing the Marathon des Sables, Ben brings a rare perspective on leadership, resilience, and performance under pressure. This conversation will explore:
What Ben learned the hard way as a founder Leadership mistakes, setbacks, and defining moments What success really looks like beyond the highlight reel How founders can lead themselves and their teams through uncertainty
You will leave with practical insight, fresh perspective, and the reassurance that you are not alone on the journey. Event Flow 6:15 PM Doors OpenJoin us for a welcome drink and relaxed networking at Maslow’s. 6:45 PM Interview with BenA candid, heart-to-heart conversation on founding, leadership, and growth. 8:15 PM Community Mix and MingleStay for informal networking and meaningful conversations with fellow founders. 9:00 PM Doors Close Who Should Attend
Founders at any stage, from idea to scale Entrepreneurs navigating challenges or growth Leaders curious about the real journey behind building a business
Come as you are. Learn from lived experience. Leave inspired, grounded, and connected.