Join us for a special Audience with Lucie Macleod, founder of Hair Syrup and a member of the Club, to mark International Women's Day.

Lucie is the founder of Hair Syrup, an award-winning UK haircare brand that has grown from a personal solution into a highly successful founder led business with a global community. Known for its prewash hair oils and distinctive, authentic voice, Hair Syrup has become one of the most recognisable challenger brands in the beauty industry.

The business has grown rapidly, surpassing £5 million in annual turnover, with annual revenue forecast to reach around £6.5 million. Hair Syrup was ranked number 13 on The Sunday Times 100 list of the UK's fastest growing private companies, and Lucie was named Young Founder of the Year at The Sunday Times 100 Awards, recognising her impact as one of the UK's leading entrepreneurial voices.

A key driver of this growth has been Lucie’s approach to social media and community building. Through transparent storytelling, education, and consistent engagement, she has built a highly trusted online presence that has translated directly into brand loyalty and commercial success. Her use of social platforms has become a case study in how founder visibility can accelerate growth while deepening customer connection.

Lucie gained national attention through her appearance on Dragons' Den, where she pitched Hair Syrup and shared the reality of building a founder-led consumer brand. Although she did not take investment on the show, the experience became a defining moment in her journey, reinforcing the importance of conviction, resilience, and belief in your vision.

In this intimate conversation, Lucie will speak openly about what it really takes to build and scale a business. From bootstrapping and visibility to leadership, self-belief, and navigating pressure as a female founder. The discussion will explore ambition, reinvention, and the mindset required to sustain growth while staying true to your values.

This International Women's Day special is a celebration of female entrepreneurship, ownership, and modern leadership. The evening will conclude with audience questions and networking.