47 episodes
Uppersky Podcast Uppersky
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Talking with entrepreneurs, investors, and managers running impact-driven organizations. The main areas our guests are working on are digital innovation, social businesses, food tech, impact investment, deep tech, edu tech and clean energies. We strive to ask the right questions and discover practical insights from our guests so you can apply them in your business and life right after each episode.
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#47: Helping shoppers find their ideal product with 3D configurators | Talk with Matthew Gertner - Founder & CEO @ Salsita Software
Meet Matthew Gertner, the founder of Salsita Software, a digital product agency with over 14 years of experience. They’re now creating their products, including a 3D configurator for e-commerce sites.
In this episode, Matthew shares:
What Salsita Software does
How they’re shifting from offering services to creating products
Tips on hiring developers and product managers
Why User Experience Research is crucial
What Salsita AI and their 3D Configurator are all about
The benefits of conversational UI
His go-to resources for staying updated
Stay connected with Matthew on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewgertner/
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co -
#46: Helping individuals and companies thrive through mentorship | Talk with Lucie Neumanova - Co-founder & CEO @ Femme Palette
Meet Lucie Neumanova! She loves helping people grow through her community, Femme Palette. What began in the Czech Republic is now expanding to Germany and the Netherlands.
In this episode, Lucie takes us back to the start of Femme Palette, discussing how the community has developed and the good they’ve achieved. She opens up about her guiding principles, what she’s learned from organizing events and leading the group, and why mentorship is key to achieving goals faster. She also offers advice on partnering with businesses.
Lucie recommends a few resources that keep her inspired:
https://www.femmepalette.com
https://www.femmepalette.com/resources
https://www.sophiaamoruso.com/
The making of a manager by Julie Zhuo
Never split the difference by Chris Voss
Stay connected with Lucie on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucieneumanova/
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co -
#45: Bootstrapping tech startups and entrepreneurship on your terms | Talk with Melissa Kwan - Co-founder & CEO @ eWebinar and Host @ ProfitLed Podcast
Come join a friendly chat with Melissa Kwan! Melissa is the founder of three startups she’s built without VC funding. Currently, she is leading her startup eWebinar. She also hosts the ProfitLed podcast and creates helpful content on LinkedIn.
In this episode, Melissa shares how she shapes her businesses around the life she wants. Isn’t it interesting how you can do business your way? She talks about different ways to grow a business, both through sales-led growth and product-led growth, and asks you to think about what might be best for your startup.
Do you ever wonder what to focus on when starting your tech business or which business idea might work for you? Melissa provides tips based on her own experiences and asks you to consider why creating online content can be vital. She also shares what she learns from podcasting and discusses the resources and people she finds inspiring.
Why not tune in and maybe find some guidance on navigating your entrepreneurial journey?
Stay connected with Melissa on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissakwan/
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co -
#44: Investing in tech that creates a new infrastructure for society | Talk with Kateryna Kovalenko - Associate @ DEPO Ventures
Let's meet Kateryna Kovalenko! She's passionate about helping new startups grow, and she plays a big part in this as an associate at DEPO Ventures.
In this chat, Kateryna (who likes to be called Kate) tells us all about her excitement for her work and the world of venture capital. She'll let us in on a unique perspective she has in this field, talk about some common slip-ups new startups tend to make, and share tips on how to avoid them. Plus, Kate offers her thoughts on how to make sure a new business idea has what it takes to succeed.
She's also excited to talk about DEPO Ventures' collection of promising startups. To top it off, Kate shares her favorite resources and suggestions for anyone interested in keeping up with the latest in startups and venture capital. Join us to hear all about Kate's journey and insights!
Stay connected with Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-kovalenko/
You can visit DEPO Ventures: https://depoventures.com/
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co -
#43: Communicating deep tech and why science needs translators | Talk with Kateřina Syslová - Marketing Manager @ Tensor Ventures & Creative Director @ Startup Kitchen
Join us for a great chat with Kate Syslova, a passionate communicator and deep tech enthusiast. As the marketing manager of Tensor Ventures and a creative force in the Startup Kitchen community, Kate brings her expertise to the conversation, making the complex world of deep tech startups accessible to all.
In this episode, Kate shares her unique journey of merging her love for science with her knack for communication. She delves into effective ways to discuss intricate topics, common communication pitfalls startups face and how to sidestep them, insights from her recent TEDx talk, and her approach to demystifying deep tech.
Plus, Kate shares her top book and resource recommendations for anyone eager to explore further. And, keeping up with her podcast's tradition, we find out about the strangest food she's ever tasted.
Tune in for a conversation filled with inspiration, learning, and a touch of the unexpected!
Stay connected with Kate on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katerinasyslova/
You can visit Tensor Ventures and Startup Kitchen websites:
https://tensor.ventures/
https://startupkitchen.community/
https://startupkitchen.community/podcasts/
Also, feel free to check out her TEDx talk - why science needs translators: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sc3fp5fjBhw
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co -
#42: Building products with great user experience (UX) | Talk with Tom Garcy - Senior Product Designer & Founder @ Kyugo
Join us for a warm and engaging conversation with Tom Garcy, the creative designer behind Kyugo! As a Senior Product Designer and Founder, Tom is at the forefront of blending beauty with practicality in product design to find that perfect market fit.
In this episode, Tom opens up about his journey in product design, introduces us to the innovative world of Kyugo, and explains how he crafts products that people love. He'll demystify the differences between UI and UX, share the importance of focusing on user experience, reveal the secret sauce of assembling an early-stage startup team, pinpoint common pitfalls tech startup founders face, and offer his top picks for books and resources every aspiring designer and entrepreneur should check out.
Get ready for insights, inspiration, and a dash of fun with Tom. It's an episode you won't want to miss!
Stay connected with Tom on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomgarcy/
You can visit his design studio website:
https://www.tomgarcy.com/
Also, feel free to check out Kyugo:
https://app.kyugo.app/
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Are you interested in learning more about Uppersky? You can find us over here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppersky/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uppersky/
Website: https://www.uppersky.co