The Speaker: Ivy Xu
From dreaming of running a school as a kid to enabling high schoolers to raise millions in startup capital before they turn 18, Ivy Xu is building schools where learning means launching. After a fintech career in Silicon Valley and dabbling in a few side projects, Ivy founded Prequel in 2020, an AI-first education company helping teens build ambitious projects, from launching apps with 20,000+ users to producing Broadway-bound musicals and raising startup capital. In just one month, Prequel hit six figures in revenue — and 23 months later, Ivy sold the company in a 7-figure exit.
Today, Ivy leads Novatio School and Unbound Academy, two Arizona-based schools powered by Prequel’s original model and a new AI tutor platform that customizes learning for every student. With over 200 students already enrolled and projected revenue topping $2.5M, the schools are setting a new standard for what education can look like.
Join us for a conversation with Ivy as she shares how an early dream became a mission to help students build real-world masterpieces before they even finish high school.
Schedule
18.00: Doors open
18.30: Fireside chat
19.30: Q&A
19.45: Networking
21.00: End of event
About Fireside Lisbon
Every month, Fireside Lisbon hosts a captivating chat in an intimate setting with a successful entrepreneur, diving deep into their journey and uncovering the stories and secrets behind their achievements. Hosted by Tarek Issa, an entrepreneur blending tech, storytelling, and personal branding, Fireside gives you a chance to gain inspiration and real-world insights from leaders who succeeded in their industries. After the chat and a Q&A, the event opens up for networking, providing a perfect setting for professionals to connect, share ideas, and explore new opportunities. Join us at the beautiful Second Home, Lisbon's top co-working space known for its lush greenery and vibrant atmosphere, and be part of a community that's growing in exciting new ways!
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