Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest growing social apps for women.

I started Great Company because I wanted to connect with people again. Despite being more connected than ever online, many of us have never felt lonelier.

That's how Michelle felt after becoming a mum to her son, Finn. Instead of accepting that loneliness, she decided to build the community she wished she'd had. That's how Peanut was born.

Since launching in 2017, Peanut has grown to over 5 million registered users, offering women a safe space to ask questions, find support and build connections through every stage of life.

In this conversation, Michelle shares:

Her journey from law to dating app companies
Why she left Bumble to start her app, Peanut
What she thinks makes a great leader and entrepreneur
How Peanut grew from an idea into a community of over 5 million women
The one piece of advice she'd give every founder

Michelle is proof that some of the best businesses start by solving problems you've lived yourself.

Michelle Kennedy is Great Company.

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THE CREDITS

Producers: Helen Burke

Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins

Video: Josh Bennett & Emma Gill

Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan

Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti

Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.

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MICHELLE KENNEDY: Becoming a Mum Inspired Me to Build a Community of 5 Million Women | FOUNDERS FRIDAY

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MICHELLE KENNEDY: Becoming a Mum Inspired Me to Build a Community of 5 Million Women | FOUNDERS FRIDAY