Fireside with Founders: Recent Episodes
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A behind the curtains look at some of the worlds coolest startups. Taking a dive into the "why" behind the products they've created as well as their journey so far.
In the podcast episode, Iestyn Keyes discusses the future of e-commerce, highlighting the importance of AI and data compliance. The conversation delves into the potential of AI personal shoppers and dynamic pricing based on supply and demand. Iestyn emphasises the need for businesses to focus on the basics of e-commerce, such as product data organisation and customer experience. The discussion also touches on the impact of AI on customer shopping behaviours and the role of technology in driving sustainable consumerism. Overall, the podcast provides insights into the evolving landscape of e-commerce and the strategies businesses can adopt to stay ahead in the market.
[00:02:23] Innovative loyalty program.
[00:06:28] E-commerce evolution and groceries online.
[00:10:09] Replatforming challenges.
[00:13:26] Perception of SaaS platforms.
[00:15:21] International growth in fashion industry.
[00:20:30] AI in e-commerce.
[00:22:37] The impact of AI on strategy.
[00:26:42] Predicting consumer preferences.
[00:30:38] Consistent messaging for customer retention.
[00:35:33] AI and dynamic pricing.
[00:36:29] Balancing supply and demand sustainably.
In this podcast episode, Raphael discusses the exciting trends and opportunities in the space industry. He highlights the shift towards leveraging unique conditions in space, such as microgravity, to develop innovative technologies like growing human organ tissue. The conversation also touches on the increasing government support for the space sector, emphasizing its strategic importance, especially in light of recent geopolitical events. Raphael showcases examples of diverse investments in space technology, ranging from Earth observation to satellite communication advancements. The discussion underscores the growing interest from both private investors and governments, signalling a promising future for the space industry.
[00:01:26] Space-focused venture capital firm.
[00:05:23] Non-technical roles in space sector.
[00:07:24] Space biotech in microgravity.
[00:11:49] Space exploration advancements.
[00:15:32] Investment trends in space industry.
[00:17:12] Government Support in Space Sector.
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Krish, an investment partner at Harmonix Fund, delves into the world of venture capital investment strategies, emphasising the importance of technical domain know-how in sectors like healthcare, life sciences, and deep tech. He highlights the challenges faced by emerging manager funds in proving their concept and generating sustainable returns. Krish provides strategic advice on pitching to VCs, focusing on building relationships and presenting a compelling narrative that resonates with investors. He stresses the significance of due diligence on investors to ensure a fruitful long-term partnership. Krish's raw insights based on personal experiences offer valuable lessons for founders navigating the complex landscape of venture capital funding.
[00:00:32] Venture capital investment strategies.
[00:05:43] Emerging manager funds challenges.
[00:08:05] Pitching to VCs strategically.
[00:11:37] Crafting a Compelling Narrative.
[00:15:30] Due diligence on investors.
[00:16:54] Raw insight into personal experiences.
In this episode, Louis, Head of Product Design at YLD, shares his journey from studying interior architecture to working in recruitment and eventually landing in the digital consultancy industry. He discusses how YLD helps clients with designing products, software engineering, and user-centric focused products. Tune in to learn about Louis's background and his insights into the industry.
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[00:01:14] From interior architect to digital design.
[00:05:38] Prototyping for effective communication.
[00:07:23] Discovering the world of UX.
[00:11:33] Career progression and patience.
[00:15:38] Leadership and Team Dynamics.
[00:19:23] Embracing bottom-up culture in business.
[00:24:27] Challenges of merging companies.
[00:29:03] Navigating business shifts for growth.
[00:30:37] AI and office trends.
[00:33:47] Understanding the impact of AI.
In this episode, Mark shares his journey from being an entrepreneur in the fintech industry to starting up Las Olas, a unique investment fund. He talks about his experience raising capital, taking a company public, and transitioning to angel investing. Mark and his partner decided to professionalize their angel investing, leading to the creation of Las Olas. Tune in to learn more about Mark's entrepreneurial background and the innovative approach of Las Olas in the investment world.Timestamps:
[00:01:26] Entrepreneurial journey and angel investing.
[00:06:41] Importance of company's location.
[00:09:37] Remote vs. in-person dynamics.
[00:10:40] Venture capital essentials.
[00:14:45] Navigating growth for startups.
[00:17:48] Insights into talent selection.
Keith Mank, founder of KB Partners, shares his journey from real estate to venture capital over 28 years in the industry. Starting as an angel investor during the early days of the internet and cell phone technology, he saw a need for more venture capital in Chicago and the Midwest. Despite initial doubts, Keith took the leap into VC in 1996 and hasn't looked back. Tune in to hear about his transition, early lessons learned, and insights gained along the way.Timestamp;
[00:02:01] Early stage venture capital insights.
[00:06:03] The sports and wellness ecosystem.
[00:10:27] Choosing the right investment partner.
[00:13:17] Importance of building relationships.
[00:15:08] Entrepreneurial mindset and perseverance.
In this episode, Neil Keegan, founder of Marlinspike, shares his journey from being a Naval officer to establishing a venture capital firm focused on aerospace and defense technology. He discusses his background, experiences, and the inspiration behind starting Marlinspike. Neil highlights the thrill of supporting bold founders using disruptive technology to revolutionize industries, exemplified by their investment in SpaceX. Join us to explore the exciting world of venture capital and bold entrepreneurship with Neil Keegan on the Investor miniseries.
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[00:03:03] Dual use in investments.
[00:03:45] Military and commercial technology evolution.
[00:08:28] Innovating in Defense Technology.
[00:12:13] Leveraging networks for investments.
[00:19:14] Defense technology trends.
[00:19:47] Wrapping up the conversation.
Links to invested companies:
SpaceX: https://www.spacex.com/
Palantir: https://www.palantir.com/Anduril: https://www.anduril.com/Shield AI: https://shield.ai/
Armada: https://www.armada.ai/
Vatn Systems: https://www.vatnsystems.com/
Marlinspike website: https://marlinspike.us/Marlinspike LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marlinspikeNeil Keegan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-keegan-7a845866/
From mechanical engineering to CTO of Tickitto, Elie shares his journey into the tech space with Rupert. Despite starting in a different field, Elie's passion for programming led him to pivot his career. The discussion touches on challenges faced along the way and the rapid progression in Elie's career. Tune in to hear how Elie's determination and love for technology shaped his professional path.
[00:02:29] Career challenges in tech transition.
[00:05:33] Stand out in interviews.
[00:08:18] Real-world industry experience.
[00:12:29] Importance of timekeeping.
[00:20:17] Challenges of working in startups.
[00:21:28] Hiring self-starters in startups.
[00:27:01] Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
[00:30:55] AI integration in engineering.
In this episode, we speak to Will Turner, Co-Founder of tech wellness company GoJoe. Will discusses his background in law before co-founding a tech business.
We talk about his journey from practising law to working with the British Olympic team, where their passion for sport and tech intersected. The conversation delves into the transition from a legal career to entrepreneurship, highlighting the evolution of his interests and professional trajectory.
TimeStamp;
[00:02:19] Frustrated lawyers with ideas.
[00:06:36] Social accountability.
[00:09:57] Bringing Olympic experience to tech.
[00:13:14] Letting go of tasks.
[00:14:17] Hiring for attitude over aptitude.
[00:18:34] Working with big companies.
[00:23:35] Funding and raising money.
[00:27:30] Product-led growth and automation.
[00:29:03] Consumerizing the product for growth.
Today on the podcast, we had Stewart Reynolds, the COO and co-founder of Shopblocks, a company that builds e-commerce platforms for businesses of all sizes. Stewart shared his journey into entrepreneurship, insights on their hiring process, adapting through investment rounds, and what's next for their business and e-commerce. Tune in for valuable information on hiring practices and business strategies!Timestamps:
[00:02:23] Long-standing friendship turned business venture.
[00:05:57] Identifying your hedgehog moment.
[00:07:42] The birth of Linked Accounts.
[00:13:18] Entrepreneurial motivation.
[00:15:34] Leadership and team building.
[00:18:40] Building companies for humans.
[00:22:41] Recruitment strategies and growth.
[00:25:20] The psychology of recruitment.
[00:29:10] Challenges of managing stakeholders.
[00:32:49] Board composition and dynamics.
[00:37:25] Emerging markets and growth.
[00:38:27] From startup to big conference.
In this episode, Sunil shares his unique journey into product management, from starting as an intern to becoming the first product manager at Hubble. He delves into his experience setting up a table tennis league for companies like WeWork and Monzo, highlighting how these experiences led him to co-found Magic AI. Sunil's passion for table tennis shines through, showcasing his drive to excel both in sports and in the tech industry. Tune in to learn more about Sunil's background and the fascinating intersection of fitness and AI in his work at Magic AI.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suniljindal21/Timestamps:
[00:02:05] Incorporating technology into fitness.
[00:05:55] A challenging journey.
[00:07:55] Learning through entrepreneurial failures.
[00:12:43] Fitness mirror with AI technology.
[00:15:01] Using data for personalized audio.
[00:21:05] Table tennis and stress relief.
[00:25:08] Importance of work-life balance.
[00:28:33] Personalized workout experiences.
[00:30:10] Amazing feedback and endorsements.
In this episode, Christopher Brennan, Co-Founder at Overtone discusses his journey from being a journalist covering tech and data privacy issues in Europe to transitioning into building tech products like language models for content recommendation systems.
Christopher shares insights from his experience working in journalism and academia, highlighting the shift from reporting on AI to actively developing technology in the field.For all of this and loads more, tune in now.
Timestamps;
[00:01:07] Data privacy and AI emergence.
[00:06:35] Algorithms and social media impact.
[00:10:37] AI translating complex language.
[00:12:22] News avoidance in the digital age.
[00:17:28] Misinformation in media outlets.
[00:22:43] AI impact on journalism.
[00:26:16] Information overload and infodemic.
[00:27:40] The economics of online content.
[00:32:12] The future of advertising industry.
[00:35:44] The positives of technology.
In this episode, Christopher Brennan, Co-Founder at Overtone discusses his journey from being a journalist covering tech and data privacy issues in Europe to transitioning into building tech products like language models for content recommendation systems. Christopher shares insights from his experience working in journalism and academia, highlighting the shift from reporting on AI to actively developing technology in the field.For all of this and loads more, tune in now.
[00:01:07] Data privacy and AI emergence.
[00:06:35] Algorithms and social media impact.
[00:10:37] AI translating complex language.
[00:12:22] News avoidance in the digital age.
[00:17:28] Misinformation in media outlets.
[00:22:43] AI impact on journalism.
[00:26:16] Information overload and infodemic.
[00:27:40] The economics of online content.
[00:32:12] The future of advertising industry.
[00:35:44] The positives of technology.
In this week's episode we speak to Steve Dietz, VP of Product Management at HqO.
Steve talks about how he's navigated multiple mergers & acquisitions in the business' that he's worked for, learning to trust your gut and some of the key principals to product success.
[00:03:34] Falling in love with product management.
[00:06:47] Building a business passion.
[00:10:22] Path to product management.
[00:13:32] Startups losing too much money.
[00:17:01] Balancing customer needs with profitability.
[00:19:05] Importance of playing sales role.
[00:25:46] Importance of fieldwork for PMs.
[00:28:34] Learning by doing and failing.
[00:30:57] Learning from failures and experience.
[00:36:43] Successful acquisitions strategies.
[00:39:01] Importance of team collaboration.
[00:42:22] Trusting your gut in decisions.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-dietz-product/
In this episode we are joined by Neil Smith, Co-Founder of mens mental health app Mettle.
We talk all about Neils journey from TV Production to running a tech buisness.
As well as this we talk about the stigma behind mens mental health and what Neil and is team at Mettle are doing to break these barriers.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-smith-2a5ab64/
[00:04:00] Second mountain theory
[00:06:36] Changing perceptions through survival challenges.
[00:07:40] Male mental health awareness.
[00:13:35] Meditation and Breathwork Journeys.
[00:17:44] Breaking barriers in mental health.
[00:20:28] Men's mental health stigma.
[00:25:19] Building strong partnerships.
[00:28:55] Harnessing technology for mental fitness.
[00:30:53] Building Mental Wellness Habits
[00:37:07] Men's mental health crisis.
[00:41:20] A variety of mental health methods.
[00:42:11] Finding joy in simplicity.
In this episode, we talk to Scott Johnston, CPO at Code for America about his journey as a Product Leader.
This one is jam-packed with stories that will inspire you to be at your best. From working with Google, getting fired by Sergey Brin (and re-hired) and surviving cancer, it really has got it all.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottjohnston/
[00:03:23] Impact of product management on users.
[00:06:32] Alleviating poverty and improving services.
[00:09:46] Evolution of file storage.
[00:15:26] Thinking 100 years ahead.
[00:18:31] Leadership and firing at Google.
[00:24:14] Managing Upwards
[00:27:29] Building and cancelling product launch.
[00:30:11] Managing bills and puppy mishap.
[00:36:01] The importance of technology in education.
[00:41:30] Impact of technology on education.
[00:44:28] Surviving cancer and leadership insights.
[00:49:35] Jobs defining personal identity.
This episode features an interview with Tom Holderness, the CTO of Addresscloud. Tom shares insights into his non-traditional journey from academia to entrepreneurship. He discusses his background in geography and geographic information science, highlighting his work in building the next generation of mapping technology. Stay tuned to gain wisdom and insight into the innovative work happening at Addresscloud.
[00:02:26] Geographic data and heatwaves.
[00:03:42] Hub of innovation and collaboration.
[00:08:41] Geocoding advancements in mapping.
[00:11:27] Address Cloud for Insurance Innovation.
[00:16:08] Climate change and insurance risks.
[00:19:45] Thatch roofs and insurance premiums.
[00:23:09] Geospatial data analysis advancements.
[00:26:38] Opening geospatial data access.
[00:30:24] Addressing in Home Deliveries.
[00:33:59] Interdisciplinary working in academia.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomas-holderness-18106047/details/experience/
Exploring diverse career paths into product management, this episode delves into Wayne's journey from sales and operations at Philip Morris to consultancy and finally landing in the product realm. The conversation touches on the varying paths people take to enter product roles, emphasizing the absence of a traditional route compared to other professions.
We cover all things data-related and how you can really use data to help you make important product-based decisions.
Tune in to uncover the unique and non-linear career progression in the dynamic field of product management.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-lopez-6a0641/
[00:01:54] Diverse Paths to Product Management.
[00:06:26] Origin story of Vertify Data.
[00:11:08] Evolution of revenue operations.
[00:14:58] Learning from history for innovation.
[00:20:43] The importance of data-driven decisions.
[00:23:22] Too much data concerns.
[00:28:16] Understanding customers through ethnography.
[00:29:57] Data consolidation in technology.
[00:34:08] Embracing technical skills for product.
In this episode of Fireside with Founders and Leaders, Beth Moore, an executive leader specializing in UCD, UX, UI, CX, and research at Reach Partners, shares her 20 years of industry experience.
Beth discusses her career journey, from knowing her career path at a young age to becoming a creative director. Tune in to gain insights into her mantras, hiring strategies, and valuable tips for building successful teams in the world of CX and UX.
[00:03:08] Architecting toys like a pro.
[00:05:03] Evolution of graphic design technology.
[00:10:56] Evolution from graphic design to user experience.
[00:13:57] Evolution of Internet security.
[00:16:28] Customer return label resolution issue.
[00:21:36] Customer experience discovery sessions.
[00:26:19] Customer-centric culture discussion.
[00:27:46] Focusing on customer stories.
[00:32:06] Approach to team building.
[00:35:18] Hiring Culture Fit.
[00:40:38] The future of AI.
[00:42:45] UX and CX future trends.
In this episode, we talk to Anish Joshi, Co-Founder at Design3 about all things AI, Web3 and the future of Design.
We discuss;
- The Evolution of Design in the Digital Era
- The Intersection of Design and Sustainability
- The Impact of AI on Design Innovation
- Building a Design Think-Tank and Network
- Entrepreneurship in Design and Technology
- Web3 and Its Implications for Designers
[00:01:30] Design in the digital age.
[00:03:29] Bringing design into organizations.
[00:07:21] Design thinking and UX.
[00:12:05] Sustainable digital design.
[00:17:01] The future of design.
[00:19:57] AI for research.
[00:23:01] Time as a limiting factor.
[00:27:04] AI and global market variations.
[00:29:08] Designing for blockchain web three.
[00:32:57] Understanding how blockchain works.
[00:36:10] Inherent design skills.
[00:41:20] Intrapreneurship in companies.
[00:45:08] Sustainability and Web3 in design.
[00:47:53] Global outreach and community network.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anish-joshi-design/
In this episode, we welcome Tom Shurrock Product Director at Beamery
We uncover Toms background in engineering and website development, as well as his "eggs"perience launching an iPhone app😉 .
We delve deep into the world of a T-Shaped Product Manager and what this really means.
Tom talks about the power of embracing collaboration and how you can too.
We talk about the importance of hiring based on skills and not just job titles, as well as the value of continuous learning.
So for all of this and way more - hit play now!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shurrock/
[00:02:35] Building an iPhone app.
[00:04:54] Timing of cooking an egg.
[00:09:03] Impact of working in different sizes
[00:15:26] Collective intelligence.
[00:17:23] Changes in product management.
[00:22:33] T-shaped product management.
[00:24:30] The crossbar of product management.
[00:29:37-00:29:48] Product market feedback.
[00:35:37] Using skills to hire.
[00:36:09] Talent and skills in hiring.
[00:40:37] Skills and AI in recruitment.
[00:45:37] Imposter syndrome.
In this episode of Fireside with Founders and Leaders, Mehmet Ellesin, former Product Director at Bumble, shares insights from his experience working at companies like Amazon, TripAdvisor, and Getr. He discusses the keys to their success, his journey as a product leader, and his approach to building successful teams and products. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Mehmet's extensive background in the industry.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehmetelicin/
[00:02:04] Mehmet's experience at Bumble.
[00:05:32] Technological shift and innovation.
[00:09:08] Closer to the customer.
[00:14:01] The Gen Z challenge.
[00:17:06] Integrating dating with the physical world.
[00:21:45] Gen Z and product empathy.
[00:25:36] User addiction to promotions.
[00:29:33] Going back to the office.
[00:34:14] Travel industry and brand loyalty.
[00:38:15] Product strategies and optimization.
[00:42:58] Product management as storytelling.
[00:49:39] Building a high-performing team.
[00:50:41] Elevating yourself in product management.
In this week's episode we speak to Dave Hornsby, Head of Product at Modyfi, a design platform that helps designers build and craft beautiful designs whilst collaborating.
We explore Daves journey into product as well as looking at some of his time spent in media companies, including SnapChat and ITV.
We talk about, the evolution of imaging platforms and how AI has helped advance platforms including Modify.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hornsby-9350b49/
[00:01:18] Starting career in music.
[00:07:13] Improving collaboration for graphic designers.
[00:11:11] Operating at scale in technology.
[00:12:48] Unlocking human capability in others.
[00:18:45] AI as an enabler.
[00:22:28] Real-time collaboration impact.
[00:29:39] Authentication and transparency in AI.
[00:32:23] The pace of innovation.
[00:35:51] Treat people nicely and understand
In this episode, we speak to Graham Paterson, Co-Founder of Jitty about how he and his co-founders are building a better way to get the homebuying service.
We talk about;
✅ Building a Strong Network✅ Graham's experience working in companies including Deliveroo & Wise✅ Embracing Patience✅ Deep Understanding of Problems✅ The power of building digital products the right way
So sit back with your headphones on and enjoy 🎧
https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahamwpaterson/
[00:00:06] Transitioning from marketing to product.
[00:02:56] Frustrated founder and buying houses.
[00:10:37] Granular home search options.
[00:14:09] Normalising the ability to have an impact.
[00:17:24] Helicopter view in product development.
[00:19:27] Getting out of their way.
[00:23:21] Validating the problem space.
[00:24:30] Mindset switch and problem-solving.
[00:27:34] AI revolutionizing the real estate market.
[00:32:12] Relaxing and enjoying the journey.
In this episode, we had the pleasure of being hosted at Twickenham Stadium by Jon Carman Head of Product for England Rugby we discussed his journey into product management and hiscurrent role as Head of Product at England Rugby.
Jons focus has been on establishing the product function within the organisation, which is a new venture for England Rugby as they invest in digital transformation.
Previously, he worked at Gusto, the Recipe Kit subscription company, where he was part of a significant growth journey. His role involved bridging the gap between customer experience and supply chain logistics.
At England Rugby, Jon brings experience from different organisations and applies it to the unique challenges of the sports industry.
We discuss;
- Jons journey into Product
- Innovations in Rugby and how digital is at the heart
- How the RFU is driving innovation to gain engagement
- Jons career transition from start-up to transformational change
So for all of this and loads more, hit play now.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondavidcarman/
[00:00:00] Twickenham Stadium and product journey.
[00:01:12] Establishing product for the future.
[00:06:51] Focusing on transformational change.
[00:11:52] Using technology to change.
[00:12:31] Unifying digital experiences in rugby.
[00:14:29] Future of fan engagement.
[00:19:05] Using technology to understand players.
[00:21:10] Personalised content and membership options.
[00:24:20] Challenges of transitioning between industries.
[00:28:08] Expanding the product team.
[00:32:23] Findability and user experience.
[00:35:24] Cross-functional teams and transformation.
[00:39:16] Reflecting on achievements.
In this episode, Tessa, a former journalist, shares her unique journey into the world of product management. She discusses her career as a video journalist for Reuters and the valuable skills she acquired in the field. Tune in to learn about Tess's transition from journalism to tech, and how her background in storytelling has influenced her approach to product management.
In this episode of Fireside with Founders and Leaders, host Rupert interviews Alistair Preacher, co-founder and CPO of Unblock. Alistair shares his entrepreneurial journey from consultancy to the corporate world, working on both digital and physical products. The conversation then delves into the world of Web3 and blockchain, exploring its complexities and potential societal benefits. Tune in to unravel the intricacies of this fascinating topic.In this episode we discuss;
- Alastair's route to Product
- Working across physical and digital products at Tesco
- What does it really mean to be Product Focused
- From Corporate to Start-Up and how the role differs
- Why structure is important, even in startups.
- Web3 broken down - what is it?
- How it links with Blockchain technology
- Why all of this matters and how it can help society
So for all of this and LOADS more, tune in now!
[00:00:41] Web3 and blockchain.
[00:06:49] Improving fruit and veg.
[00:08:40] Tesco's blend of digital and physical.
[00:11:33] Freshness perception and customer behavior.
[00:16:43] A higher volume business.
[00:19:33] Professional structures and stakeholder management.
[00:23:00] Finding product market fit.
[00:27:23] Web3 and its applications.
[00:30:12] DeFi and democratizing financial access.
[00:34:03] DeFi strategies and yield farming.
[00:40:40] Use cases for NFTs.
[00:43:21] Trust and volatility in crypto.
[00:46:28] Deep fakes and authenticity.
Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastairpreacher/
In this weeks episode we talk to Janie Ellwood Senior Product Director at the Trainline about her journey from being a Pro Dancer to becoming a Director of Product for one of the UKs most used Apps.
We talk about;
- Starting her Product Career in a StartUp
- Moving to ASOS when still being founder-led
- Taking the Trainline to Europe
- The power of Story-Telling in Product
- The Value of Research and Data - Customer Missions
- The culture of Dog-Fooding
- Moving up the "ladder" internally
- Challenges building new markets & regions into a Product
- Finding "cracks in the door" and getting your foot in them
- Ensuring goals are transparent and people are aligned (OKR's)
So for all of this and LOADS more hit the play button now!
You can connect with Janie on Social Media here;
https://www.linkedin.com/in/janieellwood/
In this weeks episode we speak to Barry Pace - Head of Product at Penfold.
In this episode we explore;
- Barrys journey into Product Management
- How his early career in Project Management defined his journey
- Being able to transition across domains
- How to optimise your first 90 days in a new role in Product
- Continuous interviewing
- Culture in a company is key to the success of the product
- Creating psychological safety
- The importance of finding a great mentor
For all this and loads more hit play now!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryjamespace/
Book reference - Teresa Torres - Continuous Discovery Habits
In this week's episode, we talk to Leon Saunders Calvert, Chief Product Officer at ESG Book.
We discuss;
- Leons Journey into Product
- Working in M&A
- Making Data-Driven decisions
- An insight into what ESG is
- Trends in the market
- Why sustainable finance is important
- His desire to build meaningful products
- Working in a market that is not fully understood
- Where Leon sees the market in ESG evolving
So for all of this and more, hit play now!
In this episode, we kick off season 4 by speaking to Simon Gunning CEO at Campaign Against Living Miserably.
We talk about;
- Simon's career in the corporate world, working for some of the biggest names and brands
- Bringing lots of his learns from that world into his time at CALM
- What CALM are doing to prevent suicide
- Building it like a record label
- The stigma that still exists around suicide and mental health
- Some of the campaigns that CALM have launched
So for all this and loads more hit the play button now.
In this episode, we speak to James Lonergan, Design Operations Lead at BP all about how they have been building a design team to shape the future of energy consumption.
We talk about;
- How James started his career in Design
- Moving into an Ops role
- What an Ops role really involves
- What BP is doing to help shape how we consume energy, including working towards a net zero strategy
- The importance that the design team will play in shaping the strategy
So for all of this and loads more hit the play button now.
James can be found - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslonergan/
In this episode, we talk to Ed Stration, Co-Founder of GeneHub about his journey to starting his business and what they are doing to help people make better decisions around medical treatment.
We discuss;
- Ed's early career - making the switch into something he's passionate about
- Finding his co-founder at Antler
- An idea starting with solving a problem for both of them
- Timing being key
- Being prepared to break things to make them work
- Building a secure way to help people's health and allow them to own their data
- Why they are building GeneHub and how they are doing it.
For all of this and lot's more hit play now!
This week we are having a short break, however, we want to hear from YOU about the topics you want to hear, the guests you want to see & hear from.
Please get in touch (rupert@rmgdigital.io) to let us know.
We will be back in 2 weeks with another awesome guest!
In this episode, we speak to Tom Foster-Carter, CEO and Co-Founder at Lollipop.
This is a jam-packed epsiode where we talk about;
- Being part of Osper - a fintech for children
- Co-Founding Curve and why he left
- Joining Monzo as their COO
- His desire to move into a CEO role and what that transition has been like
- Finding what he's good at and what he really enjoys
- How Lollipop is creating a better online grocery shopping experience
- Enabling consumers to make healthier choices
- The importance of GREAT UX
- Taking tough decisions to start again when going in the wrong direction
- Remembering to celebrate success
- The shocking stats around underrepresented founders in the UK
- What Tom's doing to change the narrative on underrepresentation with All In
So for all this and LOADS more hit play!
You can follow Toms journey online https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomfostercarter/ or https://twitter.com/scaleupdad as well as finding out more about how you can pledge to build a diverse workforce - https://www.allin.works/
In this episode, we talk to Gareth Thomas former Head of Design at Carwow. Gareth helped them scale their design team significantly in his time there working closely with the founders to realise their vision.
We talk to Gareth about;
- His career path and getting into design
- Being a self-taught designer
- Scaling the Design Team at Carwow
- The "dark arts" of Design leadership and getting the balance right
- How Product Design is going through an identity crisis and what can be done about it.
So for all of this and more, check it out now.
You can find Gareth on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-thomas-designer/
In this episode we speak to Barry Shrier Founder of Giant Health, "Europe's largest, most valuable festival of health-tech innovation". Barry is a serial entrepreneur with a knack for launching, scaling and selling business
We talk to Barry about;Launching a wireless telecoms business
Taking steps to address global warming and climate change
What he looks for when he sets up a business
Starting with an exit in mind
Where innovation comes from
Why he got into Healthcare and Healthtech
You can connect with Barry on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryshrier/or via his EA Olga@GiantHealthEvents.com
In this episode, we talk to Richard Alberg, CEO of aptem a SaaS platform with a focus on vocational training. We talk to Richard about;Starting his career in Advertising & Marketing moving by default into the tech spaceFinding something that interests youBeing able to cope with the pressure and the lowsHow to find what you're good at and building a team of others to do the parts you're not good atSuddenly not being the funniest person in the roomHow he set up his own firm to be his first customerTaking pride in delegationWhat Richard looks for as an advisor and investorSo for all of this and lots more, hit play now to check it out!
In this episode, we speak to Nelson Wooton CEO and Co-Founder of SaaScada, a technology business that helps companies deliver core banking services at an accelerated speed.
In our chat we discuss;
- Nelson starting in the tech world in the 90's
- Being a guitarist in a band to building websites
- Going from hands-on roles to leadership
- Building a digital bank in 2 years
- The "Snake Oil Salesmen"
- Building core banking systems at speed and a lower cost
- What he's learned about banking systems and how they work
- Some of Nelsons biggest learns as he's moved from CTO to CEO as well as when building the business
So for all of this and lots more, hit play now!
In this week's episode, we speak to Victor Kula-Szilagyi, Head of Product at SEDNA. SEDNA transforms business processes by connecting work email with your core third-party apps - from tools specific to maritime shipping, where SEDNA got its start, to industry-agnostic tools like SalesforceWe discuss; Victor's career path starting in Design and moving into Product How he made the transition and how you can too Some of the complexity around working on B2B products Victors move from consumer-focused products into the B2B world A look at how the role of design has changed in the last 20 years Designing for the future - time horizons The problems they are solving at SEDNA Helping make changes in industries that have been doing things the same way for yearsFor all of this and lots more, hit play now!
In this episode, we speak to Zandra Moore - Co-Founder and CEO at Panintelligence. We get to discuss Zandra's experience and why/how she got into the tech industry.
Among the topics of conversation we discuss;
- Having a role model to show her what the tech industry was all about
- Working in Software Sales
- Being a female leader in a male-dominated industry
- Seizing the opportunity to become a founder at Paninitelligence
- What they are doing to help companies make better use of data
- The gap between men and women in tech
- Some of the current challenges that are faced today getting women into tech
- What Zandra has been doing to break this cycle
- The importance of networking, including some groups she has set up and is involved in.
So for all of this and lots more, hit play now!
Julia Salasky - CEO at Legl is someone who has been involved in helping shape the future of legal services and how they are accessed by consumers. Her current company (Legl) is helping law firms become more agile by helping them digitise there operational tasks.
In this episode we were fortunate to talk to her about;
- How Julia got into Law
- Getting to work for the UN as one of her dream jobs
- The transition from Law to Tech
- Trying to solve the problem of making legal services more accessible.
- Legal being behind most int tech but them making up that time now and how they are doing it.
- A big push on client/customer experience
- Creating her first, award winning, business (Crowd Justice)
- The UK being ahead of many with the safeguards we have
- Helping law firms become digital with the creation of her business Legl
- Building a great team around her to ensure success
For all of this and more, hit play and enjoy!
In this episode we speak to Tom Lavery, CEO and Founder of sales software company Jiminny. This episode is packed full of insight into building a great sales culture.
We talk about;
- Toms's career running and building high-performing sales teams
- Simplifying the day to day
- The importance of relationships
- How Jiminny is helping sales teams be better
- Knowing your customers
- Making incremental changes to increase performance
- What's in store for 2023 in software sales.
So for all of this and loads more learns, hit play and take a listen.
In this episode, we talk to Rob Sewell, CEO of Smartframe Technologies.
We talk about;
- his vision of where he wanted to go in life, which he had from a very young age
- different lessons he's learnt along the way
- his humble beginnings and different ventures
- having a mindset that has enabled him to succeed
- the power of networking
- some techniques he's used to help him get to where he is now
So for all this and lots more tune in now.
In this episode, we talk to John Readman - Founder of Ask Bosco a software platform that helps companies make better spending decisions for online marketing.
We discuss;
✅Bosco and how the platform works
✅John being part of companies that have scaled and sold on numerous occasions
✅His cycling charity and their ride from London to Australia
✅Starting out in events, leading to sales and marketing
✅The current state of the Retail market and where it might be going
So, sit back and enjoy this episode for all of this and lots more.
In this episode, Rupert talks to Vivi Friedgut CEO and Founder of Blackbullion about her journey where she's failed to fail!
They talk about;
- The importance of sales skills
- What good sales skills look like
- Building relationships and solving problems
- The advance of AI
- An obsession with Financial literacy
- How Blackbullion is helping young people understand the financial decisions they make
- Preparing for the future.
For all of this and LOTS more, hit play and take a listen.
In this episode, Rupert talks to Antony Thompson, former Royal Marine about his journey to becoming a tech founder.
They talk about Antony's time in the marines, along with him founding Loopin with a fellow former marine Ben Williams.
Talking about the challenges that face anyone coming out of the forces as well as what Antony did to overcome these. Including life in the "real world".
As well as this they discuss Loopin's mission to provide managers with the ability to prevent burnout and staff turnover. Discussing the importance of not only hiring right but retaining those people. For all of this and lots more check it out and hit play now!
In this week's episode, we talk to Felix Atkin - Founder of Sharesy about the power of community.
We discuss;
- Sharesy - what the platform is about, where the idea came from and how it's helping people and their community
- The investment choices Felix has taken so far
- The power of community and opportunity for growth
- Getting the right people into a start-up and what to look for when hiring
- The pressure of being a (solo) founder
For all of this and lots more hit play now to check it out!
In this episode, Rupert talks to Mark Stephens, Founding Director at Smart Recruit Online.
They discuss;
- His career so far – moving from Rec Agency to Fixed Price Recruitment Services to Technology.
- The elements that he would do differently – his failures and how he learned from them
- Preparing for a downturn
- How he took his company from a 2 million to an 8 million valuation in 12 months
- The mentality around funding and when to get it What characteristics make a good founder
For all this and more hit play now!
In this episode, we speak to Tommy Toner - Co-Founder and VP of Product at Cuckoo. Cuckoo is looking to change the landscape of the broadband world. By changing a few simple things they are already leading the way as a challenger to some of the major players in this space. We talk about;
How they came together as founders Looking to break the traditional mould Coming up with the Brand The Cukoo Compass (Their Principals) Hiring the right people
So for all this and lot's more hit play now!
In this episode, we talk to entrepreneur, CEO and Co-Founder of GetWelp, James Roycroft about his journey so far in finding his way as a young founder. We talk about;
- The broken system post school
- Starting in recruitment
- Founding a business with his mum
- Everyone only portraying positives and the damage that social media can cause
- Getting his mental health back on track
- Starting his own podcast and getting to speak to world class sports people and TV presenters
- Working out market fit for GetWelp and finding the ideal Co-Founder
So for all this and much more then plug in and enjoy.
In this episode, we talk to Trenton Moss, Partner at Team Sterka and former founder of Webcredible.
We cover;
- The rollercoaster ride of setting up Webcredible
- Finding UX by accident and being driven by a passion for the customer
- How the UX Industry has changed
- The race to the bottom so time to get out
- Turning a loss-making business around
- Being acquired by a larger business
- Why Team Sterka has been set up
- People skills are being overlooked as training points.
- Creating a world where everyone has access to leadership and people skills development
- Writing his book
- Making himself redundant
So for all of this and plenty more, hit play and check it out!
In this episode, we have an in-person interview with Adit Trivedi Co-Founder and CEO at Kaizera (also former Co-Founder of Lingumi).
Over a cold beer we discuss;
- Why he moved on from his last business
- The story behind Kaizera
- Going for a raise
- What he's learnt from doing it once
- What he will do differently this time around
- The importance of a great team
- Helping people find purpose in the work they do
So for all of this and loads more, grab a drink, relax and enjoy!
In this episode, we talk to Co-Founder of WellEasy an online membership marketplace that makes healthy living easy and affordable. We cover;
Being a founder from day 1 of his working career Starting a business during a pandemic Learning as you go Bitcoin drama Launching a business from his parent's garage Starting a second business shortly after Hanging around the right people Working on something that you're passionate about
So for all this and loads more, then hit play now to check it out.
In this weeks episode, we talk to Dan Robins and Nick Russell, Co-Founders of Dualo an insights repository to help showcase the value of research in product teams.
We chat about;
- Their meeting as childhood friends
- Starting out in Design and Product roles
- Both being driven by the challenges they faced working in product teams
- Remote work being powerful provided you use the right tools
- Unlocking value in research to make business decisions
- Finding the right partners
- Working in a lean way before going for funding
- "User Research is broken"
So for all this and more hit the play button now!
After a short summer break, we are back with another inspiring story for this weeks episode. We speak to Charlie Wells - CEO & Founder of Mental Health-Tech company HelloSelf.
In this episode we cover;
- Moving from Science to Advertising in his early career
- Scaling and selling his first business
- The day that changed everything
- 3 Principals that Charlie now lives by
- What the future of Mental Healthcare looks like
So for all this and lots more, chill out, sit back and hit play!
In this weeks episode we are delighted to welcome the amazing Tessa Clarke, CEO and Co-Founder of Olio.
We talk about;
- Their quest to reduce waste to a net-zero
- Failure not being an option
- The importance for her having an amazing Co-Founder
- Their current raise to Series B
- Bias in the start up world
- Why failure isn't an option
- How you can help!
So for all of this and loads more, put the kettle on and check it out!
In this weeks episode we talk to Sam Luckett, Co-Founder of Connectd about their company which connects Investors, Founders and NED's to help get companies off the ground faster!
We also talk about;
- His journey via the corporate world
- Corporates being more entrepreneurial than some might think
- Finding the right Co-Founder
- The hard work that comes with running a business
- What Investors are looking for
- What's next for him and their product
So for all of this and lots more, click play and enojy!
In this weeks episode, we talk to Lloyd Salmons, Co-Founder of PepTalk about his journey from founder, to advisor/investor and back to founder again!
We talk about the following;
- Getting enjoyment out of what you are doing
- Being in the music industry
- founding a business at a young age and nailing it (but it took time)
- Exiting his first business
- Finding a buyer that was right for the company culturally
- Being an adviser and investor - the good and the bad
- Founding Pep Talk to get teams together and help people grow.
So for all this and lots, lots more sit back and tune in!
In this episode, we speak to Levi Epstein Co-Founder at Inflow about his quest to help millions of people who suffer from ADHD.
We talk about;
- Having the right people around you
- Finishing Uni and not knowing what next
- setting up a business whilst still young
- building an affordable platform to solve a real problem
- Coming up with an alternative to medication
So for all this and lots more, sit back and enjoy the episode!
In this episode, we talk to Hussian Hilli, Co-Founder of both Skrap & Byoot about the founding of his two business'
We also talk about;
- being an entrepreneur at a young age
- looking for business disruption
- construction being stuck in the past
- making a positive change
- complexity in the construction industry and how tech can add value
- running 2 different business'
- accolades are great but not the be-all and end-all
So for all this and lots more, tune in and check it out!
In this episode, we talk to Yonatan Malka, Co-Founder & CEO of Reaction about his journey from being a professional athlete to running a Tech business!
In this episode we talk about;
- Helping companies to keep their employees engaged in healthcare
- Building Habits
- His time as a professional athlete, including missing out on an Olympics due to injury
- Working for Nike and learning from the best
- How they validate ideas
- Failing fast and constantly iterating
So for all this and lots more, hit play and enjoy!
In this weeks episode, Mark Taylor, Co-Founder of Biznest talks to us about his journey from working in Construction Management into the Tech Startup scene.
- We look at what inspired him to set up Biznest
- What the platform is all about and how it can help budding entrepreneurs
- Some of their business goals over the next few years
- Those all-important lessons learnt from starting the company
So strap in for another amazing journey!
In this episode we talk to Max Rofagha, founder of DeinDeal(exit in 2015), 2016 Forbes 30 under 30 & Founder of Finimize about building the worlds largest finance community and his journey to do this.
Max talks about setting the company up through his own frustrations in a lack of advice in the market. He also talks about creating the 2nd biggest eCommerce company in Switzerland, along with his exit from the business.
He tells us about the lessons learnt from all of this up to where he is now with Finimize.
We speak to Guillaume Moubeche - CEO and Co-Founder of Lemlist about how they have built their company up from the ground by bootstrapping!
He talks about selling their first business to help focus on Lemlist and grow it organically.
Guillaume also tells us all why he and his Co-Founders said NO to a $30,000,000 investment!
Certainly, one not to miss!
In this weeks episode, we talk to the extraordinary Steph Hamill about how her company are looking to make sure that AI is used in the right way!
We Cover;
- Sensory A.I
- Our Education System
- Diversity
- Bias in today's society
- What does A.I actually mean?
- The Human benefits of A.I
- Using A.I for good
- Business runs the world not Politicians
All this and lots, lots more so sit back, tune in and enjoy the show.
In this weeks episode, we talk to Brand Pinto, CEO and Founder of Insurtech start-up Insuroo.
We get to chat about;
- Starting his career in Sales
- The challenges of cold calling when starting out
- Setting up his first business selling beauty products
- Evolving the customer experience
- The skills shortage of Financial Advisors but clients needs growing
- Starting a business and going back into the corporate world
- The challenges of bootstrapping, including hiring
- VC's reaching out to them
So for all this and lots more, grab a cold one and listen in!
This week we talk to Co-Founder at Braingineers, Max van Kaathoven about his company that uses neurology to help companies understand their customers better.
We take an in-depth look at how Max started the business and look at where they are now. He talks to us about the impact COVID had and influenced some change in the future of what they do.
As Braingineers look to make this type of testing available and accessible to everyone we explore how they will do this.
For all this and lots, lots more hit that play button and listen!
In this weeks episode we speak to Thomas Fairey, Co-Founder of Stakester.
We talk about;
- Starting out in sales
- Having a winning mindset
- Leaving a great job to work for start-up
- Coming up with the idea whilst doing martial arts.
- Building a platform to make gaming more entertaining
- Getting funding and being surprised
- Working on your pitch to get the right investors
- Data is more powerful than ego
- Feedback being a gift
So tune in for all this, some great advice and lots of laughs along the way!
This weeks episode marks the end of season 1 of Fireside with Founders and to top the series off we've got Dean Fankhauser former CEO and Co-Founder of E-commerce platform Nuji. We talk about his entire journey from the conception to the final sale to Fintech super company Klarna.
We discuss;
- Starting a business in his early 20's
- The multiple evolutions of the company
- What it's really like to go through a sale
- Challenges of funding
- What he would do differently if starting again
- The iPhone being thought of as a craze that would fade
- Focusing on unit economics
- Changing the business model for the 3rd time 5 years in
- With more funding comes greater pressure
- Celebrating the wins
- Finding an exit route
Sit back and enjoy the last of this seasons fireside talks.
This week we are joined by Kerim Derhalli - CEO & Founder of Invstr who talks to us about the product they've created to help people learn how to invest and then put this learning into practice.
We talk about;
- Creating the ultimate experience for investors
- Investing in human capital
- Fantasy Finance
- The Invstr Academy
- Financial literacy and the challenges it poses
- Kerims long history in Finance and the move to Tech
- Building multi billion dollar businesses
- His biggest learn in their 9 year history
- The challenges around building a diverse workforce
- The $100,000 challenge
- Being a Dolphin
All of this and lots, lots more. So hit play to hear the full story!
Kaitlin Fritz, COO and Co-Founder at Musemio talks to us about their product which helps brings History and Arts to children aged 7-11 via the power of Virtual Reality
We cover off a number of topics including;
- Making art and culture more accessible
- Using apps to bring that accessibility
- Making at home learning fun!
- How you can stand out from the crowd whilst building a company
- Being a female leader in a female lead team
- Bringing change and being part of the solution to help female leaders to become entrepreneurs
- The technical challenges and growing pains when running a Tech start up.
- Making sure you celebrate the wins!
So for all of this and more then hit play now to listen.
In this weeks episode, we speak to Jordan McRae - CEO and Founder of Mobilus Labs - The man that puts the voice inside your head!
This week we talk about;
- Coming up with an idea through a near-death experience
- Voice playing a major part in the future of tech
- Helping people look up & experience the physical world
- Wanting to become an Astronaut
- Not just being a founder but and inventor
- Starting his first company to help people communicate underwater
- Being part of Entrepreneur First and breaking the mould
- Having the patience and confidence to realise your dreams
- The pain of fundraising during a recession
- Adapting their technology to work with PPE in the medical sector
There's plenty more to hear in the episode, so make sure you check it out now!
In this weeks episode, we get to talk to one of the Sifteds recently recognised, start-up pioneers of 2020. Sam Short, CEO and Co-Founder of Moneyed.
We talk to Sam about;
- Helping people take care of their financial wellbeing as well as mental wellbeing
- Starting her business with her Co-Founder to solve a problem they had
- Going from PHD's in Particle Physics to running a Tech company
- Timing is everything (is there ever a great time to leave your job)
- Managing her own expectations
- Making sure you're solving a problem that people care about
- Having a great network around you to help share challenges.
All this and loads more, so sit back and tune in to hear her story!
This week we talk to James McAulay CEO and Co-Founder of Encore Musicians about his business and how they managed to pivot when all live events were shut down during COVID.
James talks about;
- Having their best-ever month in March 2020 then traffic simply drying up
- Helping musicians earn money during COVID whilst not being able to do event
- Raising money for the NHS
- Bookings increasing with 2021 set to be a bumper year!
- Him being an entrepreneur from a very young age
- The desire to be profitable as a start-up and not drain cash & an understanding of the people you need in your team to help you do this.
All this and lots more so sit back a listen to the journey so far!
This week we are joined by Antton Peña, Founder of Flock where we start by talking about his current business and what they do.
In this episode we also discuss;
- Antton leaving his first startup and starting something new
- Making sure you have a real passion for what you do
- Going from Design to Insurance and the learning curve
- Flocks partnership with one of the worlds leading insurance companies
- Some of the challenges facing the regulators in the airspace world as drone use increases
- The future of drone use and what we might see in our sky soon.
Make sure you listen for all this and more!
In this weeks episode, we are joined by Matt Sawyer, a former employee at companies including Just Eat & Trainline, now Co-Founder and CEO of Kleene.ai.
We talk about Matts time working in his former companies and how that shaped his journey to becoming a founder.
In this episode we also discuss;
- Lowering the barrier to entry to centralise data and surface it back to the business for meaningful use.
- Meeting his co-founder Andrew Thomas at Just Eat whilst they were on their growth journey
- The only slight regret is not starting the business sooner
- Mapping out the business on beer mats whilst in the pub
- Being settled in the rest of your life to allow you to take the plunge and start a business.
- The journey of a bootstrapped startup
- A newfound respect for salespeople
- Hiring remotely during COVID
- A Constant learning process
All this and more so tune in to hear all about it!
Charlotte Melkert, Co-Founder & CEO at Equalture talks about setting up an HR technology company out of frustrations she saw in when running a recruitment business.
We also discuss founding not 1 but 2 companies with her twin sister and the dynamic that's helped them drive the business forward. Charlotte talks about how they set up a tech company with no tech knowledge, but it didn't matter.
In this episode, we discuss how you shouldn't let fear stop you from doing something and how you should keep a crisis mindset to really help your business grow, in good and bad times!
Digby Vollrath, CEO & Co-Founder of Feast It, an online events marketplace, talks about his journey in building an award-winning company over the last 4 years.
We talk about the effect that COVID19 has had on the industry and what they are doing to support their customers and clients in the future. We explore some of the Celebrities that use their platform, from Lewis Hamilton to Angelina Jolie.
In this episode, we discuss world domination and look at how Feast It has a goal of becoming the biggest events company in the world.
All this and much, much more!
In this episode, we are joined by Will Goodwin, Co-Founder and Head of Product to talk about his company Tumelo.
Tumelo is a SaaS-based platform that allows investors to see exactly what they are investing in to ensure they are able to help protect the planet whilst receiving a better service.
Will talks about the leap from academia straight into setting up a business and the challenges that have come up along the way. We talk about them pivoting the business from its early days of being an investment platform and look at where the company is going next.
This week Jackelin Palma, COO at CircaGene talks to us about their revolutionary genetics product and how they are using encryption to ensure that peoples genetic data stays safe.
We also talk about the shocking discrimination that Jackeline faced when looking for work in the UK, as well as talking about her multicultural background and how that drove her to become an entrepreneur.
This epsoide is a real eye-opener. We hope you enjoy!
In this weeks episode, we talk to Bobby Tang, Co-Founder of Screenable, a rec-tech platform that helps candidates stand out and helps companies save time.
Bobby talks about his transition from silicon valley to the UK, as well as his time with Apple and we find out more about the platform. He talks us through what they are doing that others in the market aren't and we take a quick look at the future of the product.
In this weeks episode, Murray Macdonald joins us to talk about why he played a big part in setting up Insurtech company Just.
Murray talks about his struggle trying to change a broken from the inside, how they launched during COVID19 and even secured a new funding round to help them on their way to revolutionising a sector.
In our first episode, we are delighted to welcome Adit Trivedi, Co-Founder and COO at Lingumi. Lingumi is one of the fastest-growing Ed-Tech startups in the UK. Adit talks about some of the challenges they've faced to get where they are now, including battling his own demons to at times. With people being core to Lingumi, Adit shares stories about the people who've helped him along the way and gives some guidance to any future founders out there.