Vision to Venture

Max Jakobs - 'Fundraising isn't the end goal'

On episode ten of Vision to Venture, we have an insightful conversation with DeepMirror's CEO, Max Jakobs!
Tune in to explore the cutting-edge intersection of biotech and AI, as we delve into DeepMirror's fascinating journey and their groundbreaking work in AI-powered drug discovery. Gain valuable insights into the future of healthcare innovation and technology.

Jordan Burgess - "Being a founder is really hard."

Jordan Burgess, co-founder of Humanloop joins us to uncover the secrets behind scaling a cutting-edge AI startup. From overcoming challenges to celebrating breakthroughs, this episode is packed with invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and AI enthusiasts alike.

Mike Jones - 'It doesn't count if you just scale one business.'

Mike Jones, CTO of Love Holidays has not only helped scale Love Holidays to where it is today, but has a wealth of experience in start-ups, launching nine of his own. Listen to Mike's insights on transitioning careers, building startups, and integrating emerging tech. And valuable lessons on innovation, resilience, and standing out in a competitive landscape. 

Xavier Parkhouse-Parker 'Egoless ambition is really important.'

Xavier Parkhouse-Parker, COO at Cambridge Future Tech joins us to discuss everything tech entrepreneurship. Xavier discusses the critical challenges faced by founders, including securing capital and making sales. As well as misconceptions within the startup world;, prioritize authentic connections, and learn to navigate red flags in the investor landscape. Tune in now for invaluable insights into the art of startup success!

Alex Pohlein - 'The team is the core and heart of your business'

In this episode, Alex Pohlein, joins us, the innovative co-founder and CEO of Ticketbro, a cutting-edge booking and ticketing platform revolutionizing the leisure industry. Join us as we discuss the journey from side hustle to startup success, navigating challenges, and finding opportunity.

Kerem Sozugecer - "Don't start a company thinking it will be a billion dollar idea."

Delve into the future of AI-generated audio with Kerem Sozugecer, an expert in natural language processing and synthetic voice technology.
Join Eddie and Kerem as they uncover startup success strategies, seamless research-to-product integration, and the key to user satisfaction.

Dean Aston - 'Talent Aquisition Professionals Have A Hard Wrap'

Uncover the secrets of talent acquisition and HR with Dean Aston. With a background in companies such as Google, EPAM and Babylon, Dean dives into attracting top-tier talent to managing rapid growth. This episode is packed with invaluable strategies for startup success.

Bianca Furtuna - "Women don't openly talk about the struggles of being in Tech."

Dive into the dynamic world of tech and data science with Bianca Furtuna, Head of Data Science at Founders Factory. Bianca delves into the importance of soft skills in software engineering teams, strategies for tech integration in start-ups, and the unique challenges and triumphs of being a woman in tech. Tune in now for insightful discussions and expert advice!

Enoch Kan - "You will get challenged by a lot of people, even sometimes on a very personal level."

Enoch Kan, the Machine Learning Lead at Kognitiv sits down with us to discuss everything ML.
Enoch shares his journey from Software Engineer to Lead ML Engineer. Tune in for insights on navigating ethical dilemmas in tech, strategies for transitioning from academia to industry in ML, and valuable advice whether you're just starting out or diving deeper into the field!

James Wise - "If you haven't failed you probably haven't tried"

James Wise, a partner at Balderton Capital is an expert in everything VC with Balderton having investments in over 250 game-changing businesses!
James shares his expertise on startups and funding, delivering a masterclass for aspiring entrepreneurs hungry for success. Join the conversation as he unravels the secrets behind navigating the dynamic world of venture capital, from securing that critical initial investment to steering a startup towards unprecedented growth.