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Community Unlocked is an audio and video podcast where we, Helena Brandist and Olena Avramenko, have conversations with top-tier community leaders and growth experts. Our goal is to provide you with concrete and actionable advice to help you learn about launching, building, and growing your community. Released every two weeks on TuesdaysLearn more about the podcast and all the episodes: communityunlocked.substack.com

Helena Brandist and Olena Avramenko


    • Jul 10, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES


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    Episode 10: Creating the Future of Learning Communities with Candice Faktor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 46:48


    Join us as Candice Factor, co-founder and co-CEO of Disco, shares her journey in community building and transformative learning. From scaling Wattpad to pioneering new ways of learning with Disco, Candice provides valuable insights into the future of education and the role of community in lifelong learning.

    Empowering Founders: Lessons from TechLeap's Scale-Up Community with Mila Jovićević

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 51:43


    Join us as Mila Jovićević shares her journey from the arts to tech, and how she empowers Dutch tech founders through community building with TechLeap.What You'll Discover:The evolution of Mila's career from the arts and creative sector to entrepreneurial communities.Insights into the private network AIS and its global founder events.The mission and impact of TechLeap in supporting Dutch tech scale-ups.The importance of in-person connections for creating meaningful, non-transactional relationships.Strategies for fostering diversity and inclusion within tech communities.How TechLeap's programs, like the RISE program, provide support for scaling companies.The role of government support in growing entrepreneurial ecosystems.Practical advice for community managers on creating and nurturing successful 

    Episode 8: Empathy in Acton: How to Drive Cross-Functional Success with Max Rothery

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 45:36


    In this episode Helena and Olena sit down with Max Rothery, VP of Community at Finimize. Max shares his journey from film and music to finance, how he built one of the largest finance communities, and his insights on the future of community building.

    Episode 7: Crafting Community Environments with Yana Belova

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 44:24


    This episode of the "Community Unlocked" podcast features Yana Belova, a community builder and global advisor to tech companies. Yana shares her extensive experience in fostering communities within the IT sector, providing insights into the strategies that have propelled companies like Canva, Miro, and Google to success. 

    Episode 6: The Power of Community: Fostering Connection and Retention with Max Pete

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 38:01


    Join us in this episode where Max Pete, a seasoned community manager and strategist, shares his expert insights on creating vibrant communities through deep connections and sustained member engagement. Discover his unique approach to maintaining high retention rates and building meaningful relationships within community spaces.

    Episode 5: The Cross-functional Power of Community with Klara Losert

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 48:22


    Dive into the insightful world of community building with Klara Losert, co-founder and CEO of Talkbase, in this episode of the Community Unlocked Podcast. Klara shares her journey from tech operations to becoming a pioneer in community analytics, highlighting the power of community in the tech industry.

    Episode 4: How to Build an Intentional Community with Milly Tamati

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 44:38


    Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of generalists with the visionary Milly Tamati. With her groundbreaking work at Generalist World, Milly is reshaping how we perceive career paths and community engagement for those with diverse interests and skills.Check out these resources: Generally Curious Podcast Generalist Jobseeker's Guidebook

    Episode 3: Peer Learning as the Cornerstone for Community Building with Mindaugas Petrutis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 39:57


    In this enlightening episode we delve into the intricacies of community building with our guest, Mindaugas Petrutis. With a rich background spanning hospitality, design recruitment, and his transformative role at Coho, Mindaugas shares his insights into cultivating authentic, impactful communities.

    Episode 2: Building FOR and WITH Community with Anamaria Dorgo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 47:41


    In this episode, Anamaria Dorgo, a seasoned community builder, takes us through her  journey of fostering two unique communities. Starting with L&D Shakers, which sprang from a spontaneous idea into a thriving network, to the crafted Butter community, Anamaria provides a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of community development. Through our conversation, we explore the dynamics of community engagement, the importance of authenticity, and the strategies that underpin successful community ecosystems.

    Episode 1: Community is the Glue with Yurii Lazaruk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 35:12


    This episode features an in-depth conversation with Yurii Lazaruk, a highly connected community builder who's always there to spark conversations and foster engagement wherever he goes. With a firm belief that true community involves people taking on each other's problems, Yurii applies his expertise in real life to help people nurture their communities. As fellow community builder puts it - Yurii is also a Community Psychologist, and you can listen to his enlightening sessions on his The Community Life podcast.

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