Two Founders, Two Exits: A story of entrepreneurship and partnership

Two Founders, Two Exits

An inspiring story of entrepreneurship, partnership, and successful exits from a husband-and-wife team

Join us for an exclusive live conversation with David Gething and Trilby White, Hong Kong-based founders who transitioned from their respective corporate careers to industry disrupting entrepreneurs who built and exited two thriving businesses.

From founding Hong Kong’s leading veterinary healthcare group to creating a game-changing pet retail platform, their journey is packed with strategic decisions, tough lessons, and pivotal moments. They’ll share how they scaled complex businesses, managed partnership dynamics, and prepared for lucrative exits that caught the attention of global giants like Mars and Jebsen.

Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own venture, scaling a business, or considering an exit strategy, their candid stories will inspire you to turn big ideas into reality and guide you through the emotional and strategic challenges along the way.

What will we be covering?

The Leap: Navigating the transition from corporate roles to founding and scaling a successful service business

Scaling Challenges & Milestones: Strategic choices that foster resilience and accelerate growth

Working Together: Managing the partnership dynamics of a high-growth, multi-divisional business

The Exit Strategy: Preparing a business for a successful exit, including valuation, deal structuring, and positioning

Lessons Learned: Handling the emotional and tactical challenges of selling a business

Life After Exit: Leveraging post-exit opportunities and planning for the next chapter