What does it take to challenge traditional industries, transform groundbreaking research into real-world innovation, and build a business capable of shaping the future of energy? In this compelling episode of Entrepreneurship 101, host Daniel Lucas of Universal Podcast Network welcomes Shaun Sweeney, founder of Enleashed, a research-led initiative focused on developing next-generation electricity market architectures. With more than a decade of experience across the energy and technology sectors, including work with Moixa, IBM Research, EnerNOC, and ElectroRoute, Shaun brings a distinctive perspective to entrepreneurship, innovation, electricity markets, and the global energy transition. From his professional journey as an engineer and industry specialist to pursuing doctoral research at Imperial College London, Shaun's story explores the intersection of entrepreneurial ambition, academic research, technological innovation, and the determination to solve complex challenges. How can entrepreneurs turn deep scientific research into meaningful commercial innovation? And what does it take to build a company focused on making electricity markets fairer, more affordable, and better prepared for a low-carbon future? Throughout this conversation, Daniel and Shaun explore the entrepreneurial mindset required to challenge established systems, navigate uncertainty, develop innovative solutions, and create lasting impact.