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Ever wondered how a startup from Vienna broke into one of the world’s most heavily regulated tech ecosystems — and scaled to over 1 million POS integrations? Today’s episode dives into the story of Fiskaly, the RegTech that made fiscal compliance software scalable, seamless, and cloud-first.
What You'll Learn:
How to navigate and win in Germany’s complex POS regulation landscape (TSE + BSI)
Why cloud-first, API-driven compliance is the new standard in RegTech
Strategies for scaling SaaS in regulated markets like Spain and Italy
What it takes to secure strategic VC investment while bootstrapping growth
Guest Spotlight:
Oliver Abel, Country Manager Germany at Fiskaly, shares his journey leading the charge into some of Europe’s strictest compliance frameworks — and why unified API architecture is the next big thing for SaaS startups operating across borders.Emotional Close + CTA:
✅ Show Notes
Like what you hear? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! Don’t forget to share this episode with other founders, SaaS builders, and investors scaling through regulation.Guest Name: Oliver Abel, Country Manager Germany at Fiskaly
Blog Post: https://startuprad.io/post/transforming-fiscal-compliance-how-fiskaly-s-cloud-first-approach-is-reshaping-european-pos-regulat
Relevant Resources:
Fiskaly Website
BSI TSE Regulation Overview (Germany)Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: What is Fiscal Compliance Software?
01:32 – Cracking Germany’s TSE & BSI Certification
04:05 – Why Fiskaly Built a Cloud-First POS Compliance Solution
07:28 – Unified API: Scaling Fiscal Compliance Across Europe
11:13 – Strategic Partnerships: Orderbird, SumUp, Ready2Order
15:02 – Growth Capital, Verdane, and Regulated Market Scaling
18:46 – M&A and Building a European RegTech Powerhouse
22:12 – Advice for SaaS Founders Entering Regulated Industries
25:00 – Final Thoughts: RegTech, Regulation, and Startup Impact
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Ever wondered why so many AI projects fall flat—despite great teams and tools? It often comes down to one silent saboteur: your data architecture.
In this episode, we sit down with Stefan Opitz, Founder & COO of Codoflow, to explore how SMEs can build AI-ready infrastructure by rethinking data modeling from the ground up.
What You'll Learn:
Why traditional top-down data modeling fails fast-growing companies
How bottom-up modeling enables real-time transparency and integration
Why data quality and ownership are critical to AI success
How Codoflow brings real-time collaboration to data design—finally killing the spreadsheet
What SMEs must do today to future-proof their data for AI, compliance, and scale
Guest Spotlight:
Stefan Opitz, COO and Co-Founder of Codoflow, brings decades of experience in IT consulting and integration projects. Frustrated with outdated frameworks and documentation, he built Codoflow to provide a pragmatic, design-first, collaborative data modeling platform tailored for mid-sized companies and tech-forward teams.Emotional Close + CTA:
📚 Show Notes
Loved this conversation? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and drop us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review. Share this with a founder, CIO, or investor who cares about making smarter, AI-driven decisions.Guest Name: Stefan Opitz, Founder & COO at Codoflow
Blog Post: https://www.startuprad.io/post/the-complete-guide-to-data-architecture-for-smes-and-ai-integrationRelevant Resources:
Codoflow Website
Why Bottom-Up Data Modeling Beats Traditional Frameworks for SMEs
How Poor Data Quality Undermines AI Training and Business Intelligence
Real-Time Collaboration in Data Architecture
Timestamps:
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00:00 – Introduction
03:20 – Why most data architecture fails SMEs
08:45 – Codoflow's bottom-up modeling approach
14:22 – Data quality, AI, and governance
21:00 – Real-time collaboration and change management
32:10 – The entrepreneur’s journey behind Codoflow
40:50 – Codoflow’s roadmap and AI integration vision
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What if your startup pitch didn’t just inform — but moved people to believe? This episode reveals how the most effective founders use strategic storytelling to build trust, spark action, and secure funding.
What You'll Learn:
Why most pitch decks fail to convert — and how to fix them
How to use emotional storytelling to resonate with investors
How to simplify deep tech for non-technical audiences
Narrative frameworks for Series A, B, and beyond
The psychology behind VC decisions (and what makes them say yes)
Guest Spotlight:
🎤 Ehud Dror, Founder of Tailoring Your Story, is a globally respected startup storytelling strategist. He’s helped dozens of Israeli tech startups — from deep tech to SaaS — secure VC funding and scale their vision using founder-first narratives.Whether you’re pre-seed, scaling, or pitching for your next round, this episode gives you practical frameworks, examples, and narrative power-ups you can apply immediately.
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Show Notes
Like what you hear? Subscribe to Startuprad.io on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite app. Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review — and share this with a founder or investor who needs to hear it.Guest Name: Ehud Dror, Founder at Tailoring Your Story
Blog Post: http://startuprad.io/post/the-startup-storytelling-playbook-craft-narratives-that-win-investors-and-customers
Relevant Resources:
Ehud Dror on LinkedIn
Startuprad.io Blog
Timestamps:
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00:00 – Introduction: Why Storytelling Is Startup Gold
02:05 – The Most Common Narrative Mistake Founders Make
06:00 – Clarity + Momentum: The Secret Formula for Pitches
09:25 – Why Most Pitch Decks Fail to Raise Funding
14:20 – Deep Tech Storytelling: How to Make It Relatable
20:10 – Crafting the Founder “Why” That VCs Remember
26:00 – The Role of Emotion in High-Stakes Pitching
33:15 – One Narrative, Multiple Audiences (VCs, Media, Customers)
38:44 – Startup Storytelling for Series A to IPO
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Startups in the DACH region are heating up — from AI unicorns to VC mega-funds. In this monthly startup news roundup, we unpack the most important trends in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland’s tech ecosystem.
Learn how Parloa became Germany’s second unicorn of the year, how Quantum Systems secured €160M to dominate aerial AI, and how the EIB’s €70B initiative is reshaping venture capital in Europe. We also dive into Lyft’s FreeNow acquisition, biotech patent wars, the MiCA crypto license, and regulatory risks like the EU Data Act.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
What Parloa’s unicorn status reveals about AI-native SaaS
How Europe’s biggest VC fund is changing startup investment
Why fintechs like Vivid are chasing MiCA compliance
Top DACH soonicorns to watch in 2025
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DACH Startup Ecosystem 2025: The Ultimate Hub
https://www.startuprad.io/post/dach-startup-ecosystem-2025-the-ultimate-hubThis Month in DACH Startups: May 2025 Startup News Wrap-Up
https://www.startuprad.io/post/dach-startup-news-may-2025-unicorns-m-a-and-vc-surgeTop AI Startups in the DACH Region in 2025
https://www.startuprad.io/post/top-ai-startups-in-the-dach-region-in-2025🚦German Venture Capital in Q1 2025: Dealflow Quality Rises Amid Exit Anxiety and Fundraising Chill
https://www.startuprad.io/post/german-venture-capital-in-q1-2025-dealflow-quality-rises-amid-exit-anxiety-and-fundraising-chillThis Month in DACH Startups: April 2025 Startup News Wrap-Up
https://www.startuprad.io/post/this-month-in-dach-startups-april-2025-startup-news-wrap-upGermany Startup Policy 2025: Strategies for Founders & Investors
https://www.startuprad.io/post/startup-financing-in-2025-strategies-for-founders-investorsDACH Unicorn Tracker 2025: Trends, Funding, and Opportunities
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What happens when an FBI-trained negotiation coach brings elite sales psychology into the startup world? You get a masterclass in influence, integrity, and investor persuasion.
Today’s episode of Startuprad.io features Matthias Bullmahn, a crisis negotiation expert, former Accenture executive, and storytelling coach — here to show founders how to negotiate like pros and scale without manipulation.
What You'll Learn:
How to apply BATNA to investor negotiations and enterprise sales
The 3 killer words ruining most pitches — and what to say instead
Why founders fail when they ignore buyer psychology and emotional triggers
How to use the Motive Compass to close deals faster
How AI fits (and fails) in human-centric sales strategies
Guest Spotlight:
Matthias Bullmahn is one of Germany’s leading voices in ethical sales psychology, negotiation, and strategic communication. He’s trained with the former heads of the FBI and Scotland Yard, founded a department at Accenture focused on agile transformation, and today advises founders, corporates, and investors on emotionally intelligent deal-making.Now It Is Up To YOU:
If you’re a founder, executive, or investor who values clear strategy over sales fluff, this episode is your playbook.
Subscribe to Startuprad.io on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with someone negotiating their next big deal.🚀Our Sponsor
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📌 Show NotesGuest Name: Matthias Bullmahn, Sales Psychologist & Strategic Communications Expert
Related Blog Posts on Startuprad.io:
🎙️ Mastering Startup Negotiation Tactics: Sales Psychology Meets FBI Playbooks
🧠 BATNA for Founders: Your Ultimate Safety Net in Investor Talks
💬 3 Words That Kill Your Startup Pitch (and What to Say Instead)
📊 Case Study: Ecotech Startup Closes Investor Without Product in Market
Relevant External Resources:
Harvard Negotiation Project
Motive Compass by Dirk Eilert (German)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Matthias & FBI Training
04:54 – BATNA and Deal Power for Founders
08:45 – Ethical Sales Psychology Explained
18:55 – The Motive Compass: What Drives Buyers?
27:40 – AI in Sales: When It Works, When It Fails
39:10 – How to Win Trust in a Distracted Market
47:05 – Final Advice for Founders & Pitch Mistakes -
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Why do Europe’s startups scale slower than their U.S. counterparts? In this raw, revealing episode, Andy Goldstein uncovers what’s really holding back the European venture capital scene—and what we can do about it.
💡 What You'll Learn:How investor education can radically improve VC decision-making
Why German founders hesitate to internationalize—and how to fix it
The mindset shift European investors need to unlock global-scale success
How AI sales tools and founder conviction can drive early-stage growth
👤 Guest Spotlight:Andy Goldstein, Managing Director Europe at VU Venture Partners and Co-Founder of the German Accelerator, is a serial entrepreneur, ecosystem builder, and innovation catalyst. With decades of experience across the U.S. and Europe, he’s reshaping how VCs invest—and how startups scale.
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✅ Show NotesGuest Name: Andy Goldstein, Managing Director Europe, VU Venture Partners
Blog Post: http://startuprad.io/post/the-transatlantic-investment-divide-why-europe-needs-a-new-vc-mindsetRelevant Resources:
VU Venture Partners
German Accelerator
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Andy’s journey from IBM to VC
06:00 – What’s broken in European VC mindsets
12:45 – How VU trains VCs through real investments
20:50 – Sales culture differences: Germany vs. U.S.
28:15 – Startup internationalization: Why Germany lags
35:30 – Traits of the top 1% of founders
42:00 – Final thoughts + podcast wrap-up
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What happens when Europe's top startup operators become VCs — and use AI to disrupt billion-euro legacy sectors?
What You'll Learn:
Today’s episode uncovers how Marton Sarkadi Nagy, Partner at Visionaries Club, is backing founders who are rewriting the playbook for industrial tech innovation.🔧 How applied AI is replacing legacy SaaS and transforming industries like logistics and procurement
📊 Why Europe is perfectly positioned to lead in the application layer of AI
🧠 What defines a "genre-defining founder" in early-stage startups
⚙️ The secret behind Visionaries Club’s unique LP base: unicorn founders + industrial dynasties
🪖 How radical accountability and talent-first scaling are creating B2B breakout startups
Whether you’re a founder raising a seed round, an operator breaking into VC, or an investor looking to understand the future of industrial SaaS, this episode is for you.
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Guest Spotlight:Marton Sarkadi Nagy is a Partner at Visionaries Club, a Berlin-based venture capital firm managing €600M+ in AUM. With a background as the former growth lead at Tier, Marton brings operator DNA to VC. Visionaries Club backs early-stage startups that use AI, SaaS, and cybersecurity to tackle massive industrial problems — with LPs ranging from unicorn founders to multi-generational family businesses.
Now it is up to youLove hearing real-world startup scaling, AI disruption, and VC philosophy?
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📎 Show NotesGuest Name: Marton Sarkadi Nagy, Partner at Visionaries Club
Blog Post: How Europe’s Visionaries Are Using AI to Disrupt Industrial Tech
Relevant Resources:
Visionaries Club
Startuprad.io Unicorn Tracker
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome + Introduction
05:20 – From Tier to Visionaries Club: Marton’s transition from operator to investor
11:40 – Visionaries Club’s unique LP network
18:30 – Radical accountability and founder performance
25:50 – SaaS is dead — how AI agents are reshaping back-office work
34:00 – Europe’s opportunity in applied AI
42:30 – What makes a painkiller startup (vs. a vitamin)
49:00 – Supporting technical founders and Europe’s startup gaps
56:00 – Final thoughts and contact info
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Most startups talk about culture. But very few measure it. Even fewer know how to scale it.
In Part 2 of our interview with Christian Conrad — coach, former Kellogg’s exec, and author of Magical Company Culture — we go deep into the execution side of culture.
Forget team-building retreats. Christian outlines a leadership playbook where trust, behavioral habits, and culture KPIs like eNPS are used to build high-performing, emotionally engaged teams.
🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “100% trust from Day 1” transforms startup teams
How to implement daily engagement boosters like connective listening and feedforward
Why eNPS should be every founder’s culture KPI
How one client scaled eNPS from 6 to 40 in 18 months
The 4DX execution framework applied to startup leadership
🧠 About the Guest:Christian Conrad is the founder of Management Boost and author of Magical Company Culture. His mission? 1 million smiling employees by 2035. He’s coached global corporations and hypergrowth startups alike on measurable, trust-based leadership.
🔥 If you’re a founder, investor, or executive navigating scale, this episode is your culture execution guide.
✅ Subscribe, review, and share this episode to help us build the startup leadership community.
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👉 tide.co/PodcastsdeGuest Name: Christian Conrad (https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianconrad-magneticculture/)
Role: Leadership Coach & Author of Magnetic Company Culture
Blog Post Part 2: Read the Full Blog Here: https://www.startuprad.io/post/the-culture-execution-playbook-for-founders-part-2-of-our-interview-with-christian-conrad
Blog Post Part 1: https://www.startuprad.io/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-building-a-magnetic-company-culture-in-startups
Resources:
Christian’s Website
eNPS Overview (Gallup)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Why Culture Execution Fails
03:15 – Long-Term vs. One-Off Trainings
06:00 – The Trust-First Management Mindset
10:10 – The 4DX Framework for Culture
13:50 – Case Study: eNPS Growth Story
17:22 – Three Founder Habits to Start Today
20:00 – Final Thoughts for Founders
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🎧 OpeningWhat if your company culture was your biggest growth engine? In this episode, we dive deep with leadership coach Christian Conrad to unpack what makes startup cultures not only magnetic but measurable — and how founders can lead with emotional intelligence and trust from Day 1.
📌 What You'll Learn:How to use eNPS to measure engagement and cultural health
Why trust-first leadership beats control-based management
The daily engagement boosters that scale with your team
How to retain top startup talent during the Fachkräftemangel
When to use the Kano model and 4DX to execute cultural transformation
👤 Guest Spotlight:Christian Conrad, founder of Management Boost and author of Magical Company Culture, is on a mission to create 1 million smiling employees by 2035. He has helped startups and corporates alike transform their cultures into scalable engines for growth.
🎯 Your Turn:If you’re building a startup, managing a tech team, or investing in founders — this conversation will shift your thinking on leadership.
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✅ Show Notes:Guest Name: Christian Conrad, Leadership Coach & Author
Blog Post: The Ultimate Guide to Magnetic Company Culture
Relevant Resources:
Magical Company Culture – Book
Christian's Homepage
⏱ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction
05:12 – What Is a Magnetic Company Culture?
13:20 – Measuring Engagement with eNPS
22:05 – Trust-Based Leadership and Emotional ROI
31:47 – Daily Engagement Boosters for Startup Leaders
40:15 – Case Study: Renewable Energy Company Culture Turnaround
48:05 – Closing Advice for Founders
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🔗 Learn more at vanta.com/startupradioWhat does it really take for a green tech startup to secure venture funding in 2025? In this episode, we uncover what makes VCs say yes—and what founders consistently get wrong.
What You'll Learn:How DACH green tech startups are redefining sustainability with scalable business models
Why AI is a tool—but not the product—in climate innovation
The power of vertical SaaS in navigating ESG compliance
What Hi Inov looks for in Series A funding rounds
Where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland stand in the race to net zero
Guest Spotlight:Wolfgang Krause, Managing Partner at Hi Inov, shares exclusive insights from the 2025 Green Tech Software Mapping. He’s an expert in climate tech investment strategy, known for identifying scalable software ventures with deep vertical focus and strong ESG execution.
With regulatory pressure mounting and climate urgency at an all-time high, Wolfgang explains why economic viability beats greenwashing—and how real innovation means operationalizing sustainability across value chains.
Leave A Review:Love what you’re hearing? Follow Startuprad.io, subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review. Sharing is scaling—help founders, VCs, and executives learn from this deep dive into the future of green tech.
📋 Show NotesGuest Name: Wolfgang Krause, Managing Partner at Hi Inov
Blog Post: Green Tech Startups: Investing in the DACH Region’s Climate Innovation BoomRelevant Resources:
Hi Inov Website – https://www.hiinov.com/
Deepki Vertical SaaS Platform – https://www.deepki.com/
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In April 2025, DACH startups raised over €1.3 billion—while one of Europe’s top fintechs spiraled into crisis. This isn’t just another news roundup. This is your investor-grade, startup-founder-relevant, executive-level briefing from the DACH region’s leading podcast.
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What You'll Learn:
The real story behind Trade Republic’s outages and financial trust issues
How Amboss, Noxtua, and n8n are defining applied AI in health and devops
Where VCs are betting big in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Why Germany’s economy is stagnating, yet startup funding is booming
Guest Spotlight:
This episode is hosted by Jörn “Joe” Menninger, the voice behind Startuprad.io and one of Europe’s leading startup podcasters. He breaks down news from Berlin, Munich, Vienna, and Zurich — so you don’t miss a beat.We Love to Hear from You:
Show Notes:
Love data-backed startup insights? Then subscribe to Startuprad.io on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with your co-founder or VC. We break the noise so you don’t have to.Host: Jörn Menninger, Editor-in-Chief at Startuprad.io
Blog Post: https://www.startuprad.io/post/april-2025-dach-startup-wrapup
Relevant Resources:Amboss Funding: Silicon Canals
Noxtua's AI push: TechCrunch
Trade Republic Trouble: Business Insider
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro + Sponsor
03:10 – €1.3B Funding Summary
10:25 – Amboss, Noxtua, n8n: Applied AI Highlights
19:40 – Trade Republic Crisis Breakdown
27:50 – DACH VC Trends: First Momentum, Revent, Oakley
35:30 – Germany’s Economy: IFO + Forecasts
42:00 – Closing + What’s Coming in May
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Did Germany just promise an innovation revolution — while forgetting its startups? In today’s episode, we break down the 2025 SPD-CDU Coalition Agreement and its real implications for founders, investors, and the startup ecosystem.
What You'll Learn:Why startups, venture capital, and growth companies are almost invisible in Germany’s national agenda
The hidden power of the “Finanzierungsvorbehalt”
(funding clause) that could stall innovation plans
What the proposed Gründungszeit could mean for future founders
How Germany risks falling behind France, Spain, and the Nordics in startup policy
The missed opportunity to build a true European NASDAQ alternative
Host:Hosted by Joe Menninger, founder of Startuprad.io — one of Europe’s Top 3 startup podcasts and a trusted voice for tech founders and venture capitalists in DACH.
Joe unpacks critical policies, realistic outcomes, and strategic advice for anyone navigating Germany’s innovation economy.
Rate & Give Us FeedbackAre you scaling a startup, funding innovation, or betting on Europe's tech future?
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Share this episode with founders, investors, and policymakers who need to hear the unfiltered reality.
Episode InfoHost: Joe Menninger, Founder of Startuprad.io
Blog Post:
Full Coalition Analysis for Founders and Investors (Replace with specific link if you have it.)Relevant Resources:
Blog Post: Germany Startup Policy 2025: Strategies for Founders & Investors
Reuters: BioNTech's 0.5% GDP Impact
Tibi Initiative (France Growth Fund)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Context
02:50 – Innovation vs. Startup Support: The Big Gap
07:15 – Why “Gründungszeit” Could Matter
14:30 – Germany’s Risk of Losing Startup Momentum
22:00 – Strategic Advice for Founders and VCs
27:15 – Closing Thoughts: Building Beyond Berlin
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StartupRad.io sits down with psychotherapist Imre Remenyi to explore burnout prevention, leadership, and culture for sustainable startup growth.
Burnout is silently killing startups. Discover how top founders and leaders detect it early, prevent it, and scale sustainable companies.
Are you a startup founder, tech executive, or investor navigating the intense world of high-growth companies? This StartupRad.io episode is your lifeline. Host Jörn 'Joe' Menninger speaks with renowned psychotherapist and consultant Imre Marton Remenyi in a masterclass on burnout prevention for entrepreneurs. You'll get actionable strategies to protect your team and build a business that lasts.
Forget surface-level "work-life balance." We dig into the real psychological, operational, and financial risks that burnout presents — and show you how to fix them. Learn how to identify subtle warning signs, lead with empathy, and create a culture where your people (and your company) can thrive.
Why this episode matters:
For Founders & CEOs:
Avoid founder burnout. Build a resilient leadership team. Handle fundraising and venture pressure without losing your edge.For Tech Executives:
Learn proven techniques for employee retention, increasing productivity, and building a culture of psychological safety.For Investors:
Understand the ROI of employee wellness, founder resilience, and how these impact long-term investment performance.🕒 Key Episode Highlights:
00:00:20 — Meet Imre: From opera singer to psychotherapist
00:03:30 — Burnout paradox: Why your top performers are most at risk
00:06:24 — Leadership's blind spot: How common management fuels burnout
00:15:59 — Real tools: Employee feedback and burnout detection
00:27:23 — Rethinking rest: The myth of work-life balance
00:33:38 — The true cost: Financial and operational impact of burnout
00:39:52 — AI and burnout: Promise, pitfalls, and ethics
00:49:13 — Remenyi’s #1 tip for leaders in high-pressure environments
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Tired of wasting valuable time and resources managing appointments manually? In this must-listen episode, Timify CEO Emanuel Simon reveals how forward-thinking enterprises supercharge their productivity by automating scheduling and optimizing resource allocation.
Timify isn't just another calendar app—it's the "Calendly for grownups," designed specifically to manage complex scheduling scenarios faced by growing businesses and global enterprises.
Why is scheduling so crucial to your success?
Eliminate double bookings, administrative headaches, and underutilized resources. Discover how seamless customer interactions and intelligent workforce management translate directly into increased revenue and streamlined business operations.
You'll discover:
Enterprise-Level Scheduling: Easily handle multiple locations, diverse resources, and complex appointment flows.
AI-Powered Automation: Save countless hours weekly with automated bookings, reminders, rescheduling, and resource allocation.
Proven Growth Strategies: Emanuel shares real-world insights from banks, retail giants, and rapidly scaling startups.
Key Quotes from Emanuel Simon:
"We are the Calendly for grownups."
"Growth isn't linear—it's wavy. Timify helps smooth those waves."
"Stop manually coordinating meetings—automate, optimize, and thrive."
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Entrepreneurs: Scale faster by eliminating scheduling bottlenecks.
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Show Notes:
Guest: Emanuel Simon, CEO of Timify
Learn More: https://www.timify.com/en/
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction & Sponsor Message
2:15 - Meet Emanuel Simon, CEO of Timify
5:30 - "Calendly for grownups": Timify's Unique Advantage
12:00 - Mastering Enterprise Scheduling
18:45 - Automation & AI in Appointment Management
25:00 - Real-World Case Studies & Insights
33:30 - Growth Secrets & Scaling Strategies
40:00 - Key Takeaways & Actionable Advice
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Are you a founder, investor, scaleup exec, or tech enthusiast looking to decode Europe's billion-euro startup engines? You’ve landed in the right place. Startuprad.io brings you the ultimate Unicorn Tracker for Spring 2025, offering you front-row insight into the most dynamic startups and scaleups across the DACH region—Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
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🧠 What you’ll discover in this episode:
👉 https://www.startuprad.io/post/dach-unicorn-tracker-2025-trends-funding-and-opportunities-startuprad-io⏱️ [00:02:20] What is DACH?
We explain the region, its strengths, and why it’s critical for innovation-driven founders and investors alike.⏱️ [00:03:30] Quantum Systems & New Unicorns
Germany’s AI drone unicorn is leading the charge. Is deep tech the next big frontier?⏱️ [00:04:20] Logistics Titans: Forto & Sennder
We uncover why DACH is still Europe's logistics superpower.⏱️ [00:05:53] Mobility Mavericks: Flix, Tier, Volocopter
From record revenues to flameouts—we decode the truth behind urban mobility in 2025.⏱️ [00:06:40] AI & Defense Tech: Agile Robots & Helsing
Robotics meets military innovation. Will Europe lead the AI revolution?⏱️ [00:07:30] Consumer Tech Giants: Check24 & AutoDoc
Quiet billion-euro monsters transforming e-commerce and consumer platforms.⏱️ [00:09:10] Biotech’s Highs & Heartbreaks
Why ADC Therapeutics’ rollercoaster reflects the volatile biotech landscape.⏱️ [00:10:10] Climate Tech’s Gold Rush
Enpal, Climeworks, and 1.5 Degrees are building climate unicorns. Is it time to invest?⏱️ [00:12:30] Fintech & Insurtech Battles
From N26 to Trade Republic, the DACH region remains a fierce battleground for finance innovation.⏱️ [00:14:00] SaaS & Enterprise Software
Celonis is now a decacorn—what’s fueling DACH’s dominance in B2B SaaS?⏱️ [00:24:55] The Unicorn Graveyard
🔍 Why this episode matters:
Wefox, Grover, Infarm, Solaris. What founders can learn from once-high-flying unicorns that fell hard.This is your unfair advantage in understanding how the DACH region creates, scales, and sometimes loses billion-dollar startups. Whether you're:
🚀 A founder looking for inspiration
💸 An investor scanning for your next deal
🧠 A strategist decoding market shifts
...you’ll walk away with actionable insights, real stories, and trend-defining strategies.
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🚀 About This EpisodeAre you a biotech founder ready to scale in Europe—or an investor scouting your next unicorn? Then don’t miss this masterclass with Annick Verween, Head of Biotope, one of Europe’s top biotech startup hubs (Financial Times-ranked).
Hosted by Joe Menninger of Startuprad.io, this candid conversation explores Annick’s unique path from “derailed marine biologist” to biotech investor and community builder.
💡 Why You Should ListenThis isn’t just another interview—it’s a strategic deep dive packed with biotech startup insights, founder advice, and real-world funding tactics:
🧬 Biotech Startup EcosystemsHow hubs like Biotope are bridging the gap between innovation and investment, fostering next-gen biotech ventures.
📈 Scaling Biotech VenturesFrom regulatory minefields to IP protection and operational excellence—learn what it really takes to scale.
🧠 What Investors Really Look ForAnnick unpacks her selection formula: People. Science. IP. And why listening is the #1 founder trait.
🎯 Key Takeaways for Biotech Founders💥 Love the problem—not the tech.
🤝 It’s a people business.
🏗️ Operational excellence is non-negotiable.
🧾 Combine investment and grants for a winning strategy.
💼 For InvestorsAnnick shares how Biotope scouts and selects biotech startups using:
🔍 Deep due diligence on science & IP
🧗 A hands-on "base camp" selection process
⚖️ Balancing bold innovation with calculated risk
💎 Hidden Gems You’ll Hear:Annick’s journey from BASF factory to biotech leader
How EIT Food's Rising Foodstars shaped Europe's agri-food scene
Biotope’s impact in planetary health, sustainable materials & more
Why Zymofix is a biotech success story to watch
Annick’s top productivity hack (and why it’s so effective)
🧠 Final Advice for Founders:“Don’t just focus on VC. Combine grants and investments into a smart, hybrid funding model.” – Annick Verween
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🌐 Blog Post
👤 Annick Verween on LinkedIn
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🎙️ AI-Powered Angel Investing: DACH Secrets Revealed
In this must-listen episode, we sit down with Germany’s Business Angel of the Year, Carsten Kraus, to uncover powerful strategies, AI tools, and investment insights shaping the future of startup funding across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland).Whether you're a founder, investor, or just startup-curious, this conversation is your roadmap to understanding how to secure funding, leverage AI in pitching, and scale with smart capital.
💡 What You'll Learn:
How AI is transforming startup evaluation: Carsten shares how he uses AI to pre-screen pitch decks, surface red flags, and make faster, smarter decisions.
Funding beyond VCs: Learn how bootstrapping, crowdfunding, and strategic partnerships may better serve your startup’s growth path.
DACH-specific insights: Explore regional nuances, challenges, and opportunities in the German-speaking startup ecosystem.
What angel investors really look for: Get inside the mind of an award-winning business angel.
Scaling tips from a serial founder: Learn Carsten’s proven methods for sustainable growth and global expansion.
🎧 Why You Should Listen:
If you're ready to:Pitch smarter using AI insights
Explore VC alternatives that fit your growth stage
Understand DACH region investors
Secure funding and scale efficiently
… then this episode delivers direct insights from one of Europe’s most respected tech investors.
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Get $1,000 off via our exclusive link: https://vanta.com/startupradio🔗 Links & Resources:
Full Blog Post → http://startuprad.io/post/decoding-business-angel-investment-ai-funding-strategies-dach-insights
Guest: Carsten Kraus LinkedIn
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BAND (German Business Angels Network): https://www.business-angels.de/
🕒 Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:15 Carsten’s background
5:40 AI’s role in investing
12:00 Startup pitch red flags
18:30 Funding beyond VC
25:00 DACH startup ecosystem
32:00 Angel investor advice
40:00 Scaling smart
48:00 Future of investing
55:00 Sponsor: Vanta
57:00 Call to Action
58:00 Outro
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Discover how AI is transforming the financial services industry!
🔥 What You’ll Learn
In this episode, fintech futurist Paolo Sironi, IBM’s Global Research Leader for Banking and Capital Markets, joins Startuprad.io to unpack how artificial intelligence is evolving from back-end automation to full-scale transformation—reshaping retail, SME, and investment banking.The AI-Powered Bank: From chatbot to C-suite—how AI is redefining customer service, credit, and even organizational structure.
SME Banking Disrupted: Tailored, data-driven banking solutions are finally reaching small and medium-sized enterprises.
Wealth Management, Reimagined: Robo-advisors, personalized portfolios, and smarter investment strategies.
Embedded Finance Explodes: Banking is now built into the apps you use every day.
The Regulatory Tightrope: How ethical, transparent, and explainable AI is shaping the future of financial compliance.
👉 Download the banking and fintech strategy 2025 cheat sheet here: https://docsend.com/view/qywh6bwwuapnjkre
🎙️ Guest: Paolo Sironi — Fintech author, IBM researcher, and host of The Banker's Bookshelf
🎙️ Host: Jörn "Joe" Menninger — Founder & Editor, Startuprad.io
🧠 Based on: IBM 2025 Banking & Capital Markets Outlook💬 Key Quotes
“Every banker must be an AI risk manager.” – Paolo Sironi
“AI is not about the best tech—it’s about using it best.”
“Transparency builds trust.”
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
02:54 – The Evolution of AI in Banking
11:40 – AI’s Impact on Banking Efficiency
13:56 – AI and SME Banking
18:54 – Capital Markets Transformation
23:43 – Risk Management & Regulation
28:54 – Digital Currencies & CBDCs
30:59 – Embedded Finance Trends
35:45 – Wealth Management with AI
37:31 – Transparency & Ethics
40:04 – Outro
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How do you build a startup that could change the way millions shop online — all before your 20th birthday?
In this episode, Startuprad.io dives into the game-changing IDAN system with Julian Pfeiffer, founder of KeyOne, who started his company at just 15. From the football field at Eintracht Frankfurt to leading one of the most exciting fintech e-commerce innovations in the DACH region — Julian’s journey is one for the books.
We explore how the IDAN (International Delivery Address Number) streamlines online checkout, enhances data privacy, and reduces delivery errors — all while helping merchants boost conversion and cut costs. If you care about startup innovation, e-commerce, or digital payments, this episode is for you.
🎧 What You’ll Learn:
The origin story of KeyOne and Julian’s early entrepreneurial spark
How the IDAN system improves checkout with one secure ID
Why address validation (like What3Words) is key for delivery optimization
Benefits for merchants: lower costs, more new customers, fewer mistakes
Julian’s long-term vision for e-commerce innovation in Europe and beyond
🎙️ Guest: Julian Pfeiffer, Founder of KeyOne
🌐 Website: keyone.me
🎤 Host: Joern Menninger, Startuprad.io🕒 Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
1:34 – Julian’s Entrepreneurial Journey
5:22 – Solving the “Chicken or Egg” Problem
7:12 – How the IDAN System Works
10:56 – The Future of E-Commerce
13:35 – Benefits of IDAN for Customers and Retailers
18:08 – What’s Next for KeyOne: AI, Partnerships & More
21:48 – From Football to Founder: Julian’s Balancing Act
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🎙️ Scaling a Cybersecurity Startup: Lessons from Link11’s Journey (Part 2)
In the second half of our exclusive conversation with Jens Philipp Jung, co-founder and CEO of Link11, we explore what it really takes to scale a cybersecurity startup.Link11 has emerged as a leader in DDoS protection and cloud-based security solutions. Jens opens up about the funding strategy, leadership mindset, and innovation roadmap that helped build one of Germany’s most respected cybersecurity scaleups.
🚀 In this episode:
– Scaling a cybersecurity startup in a competitive global market
– How Link11 approached funding while maintaining founder control
– Innovation in DDoS protection and staying ahead of cyber threats
– Leadership insights from a founder’s perspective
– Tactical advice for aspiring cybersecurity entrepreneurs💡 Who should listen?
Startup founders, tech entrepreneurs, CISOs, cybersecurity professionals, scaleup teams, and investors exploring the cybersecurity space.📌 This is Part 2 of our Link11 feature. If you haven’t heard Part 1 yet, be sure to check it out for the founding story and early growth lessons.
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