TechChill Podcast

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During the fireside chat, we will explore a variety of topics related to Web3 and how big brands can leverage it. This will include a discussion of the steps brands can take to enter the Web3 space, the changing approach of brands towards consumers in the context of Web3, and the potential for industries such as transportation, government, health, and real estate to benefit from Web3 technology. In addition to these topics, we will also delve into the regulatory landscape in the EU and discuss the potential implications of GDPR and the recently passed MiCA regulation for brands interested in entering the Web3 space. Speakers:

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Media are a valuable partner in your startup's growth, but navigating the ins and outs of media relations is far from obvious. In this panel, we'll discuss the best practices to work with media to get your story out there, so that you can skip the learning curve. Speakers:

Startups live in ongoing turbulence and uncertainty. Surviving crisis after crisis is part of the entrepreneur's journey. But the war in Ukraine also created a human crisis well beyond what any of us expected. Suddenly at Startup Wise Guys we found ourselves calling our 46 Ukrainian portfolio companies and asking them if they were alive. Bogdan was right before living the startup dream. Having raised a pre-seed round, growing their MRR nicely and 5 Leading Ukrainian retailers as customers. Suddenly he found himself and his company NeoCurrent with nothing. It took courage and drive, to move to the UK and started rebuilding the startup. How do you deal with that? You need to think, this is not the end, it is a new beginning. Speaker:

What I learned after delivering 161 NAFO trucks to Ukraine soldiers. Speaker:

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The session will dive into the impact of MiCA regulation on market events and participants as well as what we can learn from FTX fall and how to be prepared for new game rules. Marine & Karolis will discuss if and in what way will we see the symbiosis of traditional and crypto finance, CyberSec risks in crypto business and customer protection and its impact on financial stability and the banking system. Speaker:

Exploring recent development of large language models. What it means for knowledge workers and are there risks for wider society? Speaker:

In his speech, Martin Gauss will address airBaltic's journey towards tokenization, which has led to successful implementation of NFTs into their customer loyalty program. This achievement has positioned airBaltic as the world's first airline to utilize web3-based solutions in attracting new passengers. This is not a story of a suddenly born miracle, but a continuous and purposeful development of the company's customer experience and loyalty offers, keeping up with the latest digital trends and refreshing the travel industry. A case study and plans for the future. Speaker:

While some claim there are challenges to the widespread adoption of blockchain technology, such as energy consumption and scalability issues, there is no doubt that it has the potential to change the world in various ways. Decentralization, transparency, security, trust and efficiency are all among the promises that blockchain technology offers to deliver. How to navigate the hype vs value? How to invest in blockchain startups? Is blockchain changing the philosophy of internet users? Find out what investors and startups among other ecosystem participants think about these questions and beyond. Don't miss out! Speakers:

In the race to create global technology leaders, Europe needs to spawn solutions to address the funding gap and better connect different start-up ecosystems. This is why in the recent years Europe has boosted investments allowing its start-ups to expand their opportunities by acting as key job creators and talent enablers, providing an answer to the equity-funding gap. Speaker:

Compelling, authentic and emotionally resonant stories are the basis of pretty much everything we believe in. Buying is based on emotions and stories evoke emotions. We remember great stories. They are an incredible tool of persuasion, a real superpower! Stories help others see your point and join in with you to reach your goals both as individuals and teams, in business and personal life. Speaker:

When it comes to building startup ecosystems, many factors come into play. In this session, we will explore several factors that are important to consider when building ecosystems such as cultural elements, building trust, governmental involvement, key metrics to effectively measure progress and the impact of success stories. Speakers:

In this keynote, we'll explore the challenges and opportunities that AI presents for startups, as well as the role that providers could play in enabling AI innovation. We'll discuss the cost of running AI at scale, the need for new hardware, and the pressure on startups to prove their capabilities. This is an exciting time to be a part of the AI revolution, and startups are playing a vital role in shaping its future. Join us for this keynote to learn more. Speaker:

The future is generative and AI will dramatically change creative production as we know it. While automation and generative design technology will save a lot of time for branding teams, who will be able to spend less time on tedious tasks such as creating repetitive logo spacings, patterns, do's and don'ts examples and instead, teams can focus their efforts on landing a bigger impact. Are AI technologies replacing part of the startup team or will it serve as a copilot? Speaker:

Building your first MVP, sales strategy, pitch or even talking to first customers - every founder is experiencing all these things & most of them make decisions based on ‘rational' data, which leads to cognitive biases & failing. Let's talk about hidden cognitive biases which affects founder's wellbeing, company revenue, customer behaviour & even fundraising Speaker:

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, it is playing an increasingly important role in cybersecurity. This panel discussion will delve into the synergies between AI and cybersecurity, the risks associated with their integration, and the opportunities for businesses and organizations. Speakers:

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Military technology has long been taboo among startup investors. However, as security and defence have risen to the forefront, the past year has driven more interest in new technology in the field and signalled more openness from investors to look into companies in the sector, especially dual-use hardware such as drones and cybersecurity. This panel discussion will explore the reasons behind this trend, its potential implications, and the challenges and opportunities for startups and VCs in this sector. Speakers:

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation between a first-time founder and an exited founder as they share their experiences and insights on the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Learn from the challenges and successes of the first-time founder in launching their startup, and gain valuable lessons from the exited founder on what it takes to build and sell a successful company. This engaging panel discussion will provide you with a unique perspective on the different stages of entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice for your own startup journey. Speakers:

What's the impact on your business of understanding yourself better? How do your past experiences shape the leader you are now? When money is tight, why would you spend it on coaching or therapy? Founders talk about their transformative experiences with therapy and coaching and how this impacted their business success. Speakers:

In this talk, Pavel will cover three aspects of unit economics: 1) forecasting profits, 2) optimizing your product, 3) assessing market sustainability.In short, understanding unit economics can help project your business's profitability. It is also helpful in determining the overall soundness of a product, providing evidence to suggest whether it's overpriced or undervalued. Finally, it is particularly adept at analyzing a product's future potential. For this reason, many startup founders and co-founders rely heavily on unit economics in the early stages of business development to measure their overall market sustainability. Speaker:

Is SexTech still taboo? Join Ana Wolsztajn and Farah Kabir, Co-Founder of sexual and intimate wellness challenger brand HANX, for a no-holds-barred discussion about the challenges and triumphs of innovating outside the norm. From challenging outdated attitudes in VC, to using community to bust stigma, get Farah's candid insights into growing the business - and where she finds motivation and resilience to take on the condom corporates. Speaker:

Pretty much every company these days has adopted a value that suggests something along the lines of 'put the customer first' or 'we're a customer-led organization'. But how do you make sure that the well-intentioned words on your walls and intranets are actually meaningful? How do you REALLY be a company that lives for your customers? With more than two decades of experience leading teams that have lived this mantra at Amazon and now Printify, Scott Richardson is here to give you real, practical tips and war stories that can help you put your desire for a customer-obsessed culture into practice. Speaker:

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Get your investment hats on and join us at TechChill's "Race to Invest in CEE" panel, where we'll be diving into the wild world of investing in Central and Eastern Europe! We've got a lively group of investors ready to spill the beans on their strategies for success, and share their most exciting investment stories. It's going to be a fun and informative ride - buckle up! Speakers:

2023 poses challenges to everyone. Having pursued growth (often) at unsustainable costs, the market is now resetting and requiring a shift towards efficient growth and the ability to generate profits. What does it mean for fast-growing companies? How do they adapt to changing market preferences and what can we learn from them? Our panelists, Petr, a founder of Lokalise, and Andrius, a Partner and Deputy CEO at Revolut will share what has enabled their companies to be in a strong position today, despite the market turbulence. They will discuss the organizational challenges they faced, their evolving hiring practices, and what success looks like for them in 2023. Speakers:

Healthcare, being in need of innovations, is one of the most conservative industries out there. Together with technical and regulatory challenges, this brings us to the point where collaborations happen in slow cycles. Health data is perceived as oxygen for cultivating innovations in the industry. Utilizing and opening data can benefit not only the startups and industrial/academic innovators, but also empower patients and healthcare professionals. During the panel discussion, we will share the state-of-art on data use, best practices from Nordic countries, and will dive into the topic of how opening up data and creating cross-border collaboratives can help us erase the borders to be at the forefront of innovations in the healthcare space. Speakers:

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Psychedelics are emerging as a promising treatment option for complex mental health conditions, and startups in the field are leading the charge in disrupting traditional approaches to mental health care. But despite early success, regulatory restrictions challenge the ability to scale beyond the test environment. Find out the latest trends for psychedelics, the learnings from existing trials, and what's on the horizon. Speakers:

Join us for a fireside chat with Kiwie, where we will explore the artist's journey and how technology has enabled their projects and growth. In this session, we will dive into the exciting world of Web3 and how it is revolutionizing the creator economy. From blockchain-based marketplaces to NFTs, we will discuss how these emerging technologies are empowering artists to monetize their work and build sustainable careers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain insights and inspiration from Kiwie's experience and expertise. Speaker:

We have the technologies to leap toward solving the climate crisis. But the key to resolving the challenges we face is scaling them. In this discussion, we'll hear insights from climate tech founders on their approach, lessons learned, and challenges they've faced along the way. Speakers:

Gain insights into the unique lifestyle, sacrifices, and dynamics of being the partner of a startup founder. From late nights to emotional rollercoasters, this conversation offers an authentic look at what it feels like to be behind the scenes of startup creation. Whether you're a founder's partner yourself or simply curious, this panel promises to provide a thought-provoking discussion on the realities of supporting a startup founder, including how high-ambition working couples navigate their relationships. Speakers:

Everyone seems to be talking about AI in games. Even those that have no idea how it will impact their workflows. From, 3D production, to previz all the way to art and writing, all aspects of game development are being up-ended by the benefits that neural networks, computer vision and LLMs provide. And so are everyone's wallets, lowering the barriers to the adoption of game development as a skill. Join Gordon Midwood (CEO of Anything World) and Tiago Correia (VP of Growth at Move.ai) in a rare format, where they are doubling up, back-to-back on what excited them and where they think the space is heading. Speakers:

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There are now hundreds of these cohort-based programs — which usually give mentoring and support over a few weeks or months, plus potentially a cash injection — around the world. But are accelerators really a stepping stone to startup success? And how much equity are founders giving away to join them? What do VC's expect from accelerations and their graduating teams? Speakers:

Climate change is the defining issue of our time, and the entire human species finds itself at a massive turning point today. Innovative solutions, emerging technologies and forward-thinking entrepreneurs and investors can help mitigate the effects climate change will have on Earth tomorrow - and yet, VC funding for climate tech startups has slowed to its lowest pace in nearly three years. Aside from the financing gap, climate tech innovators faces challenges in terms of scaling, attracting and retaining talent, and expanding internationally. What does the future look like for climate tech, in that context? Speaker:

Carbon-free, available, abundant, efficient, and safe - fusion is often called the Holy Grail of energy sources. In a time of climate crisis and global supply tensions, fusion could play a key role in the energy transition. After presenting an overview of fusion and its development, Simon BELKA, Chief Movement Builder at Renaissance Fusion, will explain how this French fusion start-up intends to accelerate the development of fusion energy with an innovative approach. Speaker:

What are the challenges along the journey of building and growing a (deep-) tech company? In this fireside chat, Wandelbots Chief of Staff Martin Wanitschke and Micah Smurthwaite, Partner at Next47 discuss the insights and learnings of what it takes to build a disruptive product, go to market and build a strong and winning culture setting out to change an entire industry. Wandelbots is pioneering to break down the boundaries in robotics that have been built by complex and fragmented programming systems. Wandelbots has developed easy-to-use solutions to speed up automation and empower everyone to work with industrial robots and beyond. Speaker:

In this talk, Mariah Freya, Co-founder of Beducated will dive into the growing sexual wellness market, which is predicted to reach $120bn by 2030. She will discuss how society is slowly changing its attitude towards sex, and why investors may be slow to recognize the potential of this industry. Mariah will highlight the benefits of investing in sexual wellness, as well as the challenges that entrepreneurs may face in navigating this sector. Speaker:

Learn insights from Rando Rannus, General Partner at Siena Secondary Fund, a seasoned founder with an exit and experienced startup mentor, in a thought-provoking fireside chat hosted by Raimonds Kulbergs, founder of BADideas.fund, 3x founder and startup advisor, as they delve into the powerful influence of founder-led investments on the Baltic startup ecosystem. They'll discuss the unique advantages of founders investing in founders and the most promising sectors for Baltic startups. They'll also weigh the merits of seasoned VCs versus experienced founders as investors and share insights on the future of the Baltic tech landscape. Don't miss this fireside chat that uncovers the driving forces behind the region's tech renaissance. Speaker:

The economic downturn has led to a slowdown in startup fundraising — and VC fundraising too. Money pumped into new VC funds in the first half of 2023 is on track to hit its lowest level across a six-month period since 2019. However, opportunities exist for those who can differentiate themselves by focusing on niche investment strategies and offering unique perspectives. What does it take to put together a fund these days and what should every VC be prepared for? Speakers:

Creating a successful product requires more than just a good idea. It requires a comprehensive understanding of the market, user value prop, and the ability to execute effectively. Developing a successful product strategy is essential for any business looking to create a new product or improve an existing one. However, implementing a product strategy can be challenging, as it involves dealing with a high level of uncertainty and risk because no sentient can correctly predict the future especially external factors like wars and pandemics that we can not control. In this presentation, we will explore some tools and techniques to evaluate new opportunities strategically. Speaker:

There has been much speculation that 2022 will be tough for the Baltic VC market to handle - mainly due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the economic fragility of the region, and the lack of constant flow of startup funding. However, numbers show that Baltic startups still have faired well during the past year and new/old funds have kept on emerging. Will 2023 be no different? Where do Baltic VCs see the most potential - early stage or later ones? Expanding or narrowing geographies? What is a good founder in these times? Speakers: