Co-founder of Brainhub, Matt describes himself as a “serial entrepreneur”. Throughout his career, Matt has developed several startups in Germany, wearing many hats- from a marketer to an IT Engineer and customer support specialist. As a host of the Better Tech Leadership podcast, Matt talks about growing successful businesses and the challenges of being a startup founder and investor.
Claus Höfele has over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, having worked in Germany, Japan, and Australia. He identifies with the settler group in the pioneer-settler-town-planner-framework and is inspired by positive psychology and facilitation. He aspires to continue learning and delivering creative tech solutions that serve a greater purpose.
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In this podcast episode, Matt interviews Sylvain Grande, who emphasizes the crucial role of product management in business growth through a deep understanding of profit and loss (P&L) statements, highlighting how product managers can influence financial outcomes by enhancing customer satisfaction and efficiency. Grande discusses the importance of all team members understanding P&L dynamics, the need for transparency with financial data, and the value of being data-driven and customer-centric to enable flexibility and avoid rigid processes. The conversation also covers the challenges of managing systems, integrating external solutions, and adapting company culture for growth, with insights from Grande’s personal experiences in launching products and navigating team dynamics.
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In this episode, Sandro Pelaez discusses his career journey from engineering to financial services, emphasizing his role in shaping IMTF’s product vision to help institutions tackle regulatory challenges and improve customer experiences. The episode explores the banking industry’s evolution over the past decades, highlighting the impact of regulatory changes and Fintech, and underscores the potential of AI in financial crime prevention through a hybrid approach. Sandro shares his leadership philosophy, focusing on clear vision, team empowerment, and cultural integration, while stressing the importance of agility, stakeholder collaboration, and effective communication in navigating the complexities of the financial sector.
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In this episode, Matt interviews Robert O’Farrell about the intricate interplay of data, technology, cultural considerations, and security within the energy sector. They discuss the challenges large enterprises face, such as outdated forecasting methods and the massive data processing demands, alongside strategies like operating in gray areas and incremental decision-making. The conversation also covers topics like the role of a CTO in fostering a culture of information security, regulatory challenges posed by the EU AI Act, and the need for Europe to adapt its AI regulations to stay competitive.
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In this episode, Matt and Alex Akimov discuss Alex's experiences in fintech, exploring the dynamics of working in startups versus large organizations, with insights from his time at Adyen and Monite. They delve into topics such as strategic scaling, maintaining company culture, API management, and the impact of different work cultures, like the Dutch and US approaches, on innovation. The conversation also covers challenges like GDPR, managing international teams, and the evolving role of a CTO, with references to influential books on leadership and decision-making.
