Project Kazimierz: Innovation in Central Europe

Summary: This episode guest is David Nothacker. David is a founder and CEO of Sennder – startup from Berlin that takes innovative approach on delivery business, allowing customers to get the package across all Europe the same day. David will tell us his story and his experience in contact with Polish software house and engineering … Continue reading David Nothacker: How to build your Minimum Viable Product (s2ep11) → The post David Nothacker: How to build your Minimum Viable Product (s2ep11) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Today we have Tom Clarke speaking to us all the way from New York. As CEO and founder of u2i, a web technology consulting company based in Krakow, Tom found success after doubling down on his core strength – technology. Now, u2i has over 40 employees and generates millions of dollars in revenue every … Continue reading Tom Clarke: Run a Business That Puts Employees First (s2ep10) → The post Tom Clarke: Run a Business That Puts Employees First (s2ep10) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Sitting down with us today is General Secretary of ASPIRE, Andrew Hallam. As an influential part of a multinational corporation that aims to strengthen businesses in various sectors, and as a leader in the business world in Krakow, Andrew has a unique perspective on how multinationals and startups can work together to create far … Continue reading Andrew Hallam: The Surprising Role Corporations Have in Startup Success (s2ep9) → The post Andrew Hallam: The Surprising Role Corporations Have in Startup Success (s2ep9) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: As the head of Google Campus Warsaw, our guest today has had a critical role in the startup ecosystem in Poland. Rafał Płutecki started business in Poland by providing dial-up internet access to businesses that needed to be connected. Today, he’s connecting young businesses to much more than just a modem. Through the Campus … Continue reading Rafał Plutecki:The Catalyst of Startup Success (S2 Ep8) → The post Rafał Plutecki:The Catalyst of Startup Success (S2 Ep8) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

  Summary: Our guest today, Szymon Niemczura, is the founder and CEO of Kontakt.io, a famous beacon company which started two years ago here in Cracow, and already boasts a staff of 80 people. The rapidly growing Internet of Things is silently enhancing our world, and the amazing work of Szymon and his team is … Continue reading Szymon Niemczura: Growing a Team from 2 to 80 in Two Years (S2Ep7) → The post Szymon Niemczura: Growing a Team from 2 to 80 in Two Years (S2Ep7) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Aspire Conference May 2016: Polish Startups & Their Place in The World Summary: This May, Wojtek Burkot hosted a discussion about Polish startups at the Aspire Conference, in front of a live audience. Join Richard, John Straw, Tim Jackson, Andrzej Targosz, Paulina Mazurek and Joanna Chwastowska as they break apart the challenges facing young Polish … Continue reading Aspire Conference May 2016: Polish Startups & Their Place in The World (S2Ep6) → The post Aspire Conference May 2016: Polish Startups & Their Place in The World (S2Ep6) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Kimon Fountoukidis: Translating Success for Krakow Summary: He went from selling t-shirts door to door to running a global translation services company. Meet Kimon Fountoukidis, CEO of the ARGOS Multilingual and PMR. Kimon moved to Poland 23 years ago and in this time he became a highly successful entrepreneur with an innovative approach to doing … Continue reading Kimon Fountoukidis: Translating Success for Krakow (S2 Ep5) → The post Kimon Fountoukidis: Translating Success for Krakow (S2 Ep5) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Jakub Krzych – A beacon of Innovation – Project Kazimierz S2Ep4 Summary: It’s difficult to spend any time in the startup community in Poland without hearing the name “Estimote”. Today, we sit down with its founder, Jakub (Kuba) Krzych. Estimote’s core technology is beacons, small physical blocks that can be attached anywhere to boost wifi … Continue reading Kuba Krzych: A Beacon of Innovation (S2 Ep4) → The post Kuba Krzych: A Beacon of Innovation (S2 Ep4) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Born in the USA, Paul has been in Kraków for over a decade, and was instrumental in the explosion of Ruby on Rails popularity here, the improvement of management systems with Agile methodology and Kanbanery, as well as helping to get Kraków on the map as the perfect place to come for talent. From … Continue reading Paul Klipp: Making Poland the Place to Go for Talent (S2 Ep3) → The post Paul Klipp: Making Poland the Place to Go for Talent (S2 Ep3) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Rafał Styczeń is a legend in the tech startup scene in Kraków. He helped build a hugely successful telecommunication application when he was a student of computer science at Kraków Technical University. He’s now growing Meble.pl, a furniture ecommerce store that’s proving nothing is safe from software domination, not even our sofas. Rafał brings … Continue reading Rafal Styczen: The Next Chapter in The History of Ecommerce (S2 Ep2) → The post Rafal Styczen: The Next Chapter in The History of Ecommerce (S2 Ep2) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Welcome to a whole new season of Project Kazimierz! A lot has changed in 2 months. Samuel Cook tells us about a tough business decision he had to make, and how he recovered from the fallout. Who’d have guessed that consulting world-class triathlon coaches would eventually lead to arriving in Cracow? Sam talks about … Continue reading Samuel Cook: How to Recover from Setbacks in Business (S2 Ep1) → The post Samuel Cook: How to Recover from Setbacks in Business (S2 Ep1) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Jed Crews has been immersing himself in the tech community in Krakow for many months while studying the prevailing paradigms of our culture. His findings help shed light on our strengths as well as potential weak points, including how we’ve developed over the last generation, and how we compare ourselves to the “Silicon Valley … Continue reading Jed Crews: Inside the Minds of Polish Entrepreneurs (Episode 20) → The post Jed Crews: Inside the Minds of Polish Entrepreneurs (Episode 20) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Project Kazimierz presents Gareth Mitchell and Bill Thompson, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Gareth and Bill discuss podcasting and their BBC show, ‘Click’. Richard joins in to analyze technologies throughout Europe. Sam talks about the Americanization of technology and its effects in the business communities across Europe. Mentions and links: BBC’s Digital Planet … Continue reading Gareth Mitchell and Bill Thompson – How Poland Fits in the European Tech Landscape (Episode 19) → The post Gareth Mitchell and Bill Thompson – How Poland Fits in the European Tech Landscape (Episode 19) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Project Kazimierz presents Michal Borkowski, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. On today’s episode of Project Kazimierz, Richard and Sam talk with Michal Borkowski, co-founder of Brainly. Michal explains the importance of building, growing, and nurturing a community. Richard and Michal break down the competition within the networking platforms. Finally, Sam and Michal look … Continue reading Michał Borkowski: The Best Learning Experience is in the Community (Episode 18) → The post Michał Borkowski: The Best Learning Experience is in the Community (Episode 18) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Project Kazimierz presents Paul Papadimitriou and Ivan Hernandez, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Paul and Ivan, co-founders of Digital Loop, discuss podcasting and its effectiveness in distributing a message. Richard discusses angel investing and entrepreneurship with them. Finally, they look forward to predicting technology trends and how they judge startups to invest in. … Continue reading Paul Papadimitriou & Ivan Hernandez: Podcasting in the Age of New Media (Episode 17) → The post Paul Papadimitriou & Ivan Hernandez: Podcasting in the Age of New Media (Episode 17) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: Project Kazimierz presents Peter Cowley, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Peter discusses angel investing and how he came to be the UK Angel Investor of the Year in 2014. Richard and Peter talk about the different ventures they’ve invested in. They also break down why Peter is much better at it. Finally, Sam […] The post Peter Cowley: Angel Investor of The Year (Episode 16) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: ProjectKazimierz presents Mariusz Trojak, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Mariusz is a professor of economics at Jagiellonian University in Kraków. They discuss economics and the changing economy of Poland pre- and post-war. Richard analyzes the way government can assist or hinder entrepreneurship and business growth. Sam discuss the effect of Communism on Poland … Continue reading Mariusz Trojak: Through The Economic History of Poland (Episode 15) → The post Mariusz Trojak: Through The Economic History of Poland (Episode 15) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: ProjectKazimierz presents Will Bunker, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Will was the founder of One-and-Only.com (currently owned by Match.com). He is a successful entrepreneur and investor. Richard and Will chat about their philosophies around investing. They discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with people that can bring you new ideas and ventures. Finally, … Continue reading Will Bunker: My life is a startup – learn, do & build (Episode 14) → The post Will Bunker: My life is a startup – learn, do & build (Episode 14) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: #ProjectKazimierz presents Wojciech Burkot, with Richard Lucas and Sam Cook. Wojciech discusses his early companies, moving onto Google, and what he’s working on next. They examine the ways in which universities in Poland need to change and adjust to the blossoming tech community surround Krakow. Finally, Wojciech lends a few words of advice for … Continue reading Wojciech Burkot: The Chain Reaction of Startups in Krakow (Episode 13) → The post Wojciech Burkot: The Chain Reaction of Startups in Krakow (Episode 13) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Summary: This week Sam and Richard welcome Mark Bradshaw, British-African farmer who moved to Poland to escape Mugabe’s oppressive policies, and discovered the perfect place for entrepreneurship. Both a fountain of ideas, and a seasoned implementer, Mark talks us through how to choose ideas, build a great team, and build something that matters. Table of … Continue reading Mark Bradshaw: Take On The World (Episode 12) → The post Mark Bradshaw: Take On The World (Episode 12) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.