Passion and persistence: Lessons from an education entrepreneur

What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur in education? And how does one create an educational product or service that is profitable?On this episode of School’s In, hosts Dan Schwartz and Denise Pope welcome Joy Chen, entrepreneur in residence at Stanford Graduate School of Education, to discuss entrepreneurship in education – its challenges, rewards, and impact. Chen covers several topics, including:Her entrepreneurial journey,  and what others can learn from her experienceQuestions entrepreneurs should ask themselves before launching a company or productThe importance of hiring and valuing great people, and how to balance risks and rewardsHow to create an educational product or service that is both profitable and meaningful to societyWhat investors look for in educational startups, and how these factors should shape entrepreneurs’ thinkingJoy Chen is an entrepreneur-in-residence at Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), where she collaborates with GSE professors, researchers, students, technologists, and innovators by leveraging her expertise to explore new ideas and opportunities in the education space. Previously, she worked for top consulting and Fortune 500 companies such as Ernst & Young, Verizon, and Microsoft, where she designed and developed digital learning, knowledge management, and professional development systems. To learn more about her work, visit her profile.School’s In is your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and enlightening conversations in education. Presented by the GSE, School’s In is hosted by GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope. They invite you to join them as they navigate the complexities of post-pandemic education and discuss the latest research in teaching and learning.Stanford GSE is a leader in education research and teaching, known for its commitment to pursuing equitable, accessible, and effective learning for all. To keep up with our research, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads.