From Corporate to Startup Founder: Helen Murphy on Building Opply

​Join us for an insightful Fireside Chat with Helen Murphy, CEO and co-founder of Opply, a B2B tech marketplace revolutionizing procurement for Food & Beverage SMEs through automation.

​Helen has successfully raised $10M in funding for Opply and has received accolades such as Female Tech Founder of the Year and Startup of the Year at the National Startup Awards. With a diverse background that spans leading sales and operations at Procter & Gamble (specializing in e-commerce), consulting for various industries at Bain & Company, running product at Fintech Moneybox, and starting and selling her own consumer goods brand, Helen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.

​In this fireside chat, hosted by Stephanie Melodia, one of the UK’s Top 20 Most Influential Female Founders, Helen will share her entrepreneurial journey, from leading e-commerce and consulting for global companies to founding and scaling Opply. With her deep expertise in operations, product development, and business strategy, Helen offers valuable insights on building successful ventures and navigating the tech startup landscape.

​Key Takeaways:

​• Insights into the challenges and opportunities of scaling a tech platform in the Food & Beverage industry

​• Lessons from raising significant funding and achieving recognition in the startup world

​• Strategies for building and scaling a tech company, leveraging experience across multiple industries

​• Advice on driving growth, navigating product development, and managing operations in a high-growth environment

​Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two accomplished leaders—Helen’s extensive experience in tech and business strategy, and Stephanie’s expertise in marketing and scaling startups. Their conversation will provide valuable insights into entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture ecosystems.