Let’s Talk About Tech

How to LEAD IN CRISIS - Lukas Zenk | LTAT #38

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Lukas Zenk to explore the art of leadership in times of crisis. From managing a polycrisis to the power of improvisation in business and on stage, they dive into what it takes to stay on course while embracing change.
🔹 How do great leaders navigate uncertainty?
🔹 Can we innovate while also exnovating outdated systems?
🔹 What role does a North Star play in guiding teams through chaos?
Join us for an insightful conversation—plus, an intriguing live experiment to train to exnovate and innovate!
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Guest Speaker: Lukas Zenk ➡️ / http://www.linkedin.com/in/lukaszenk/
Company: www.lightbox.at
University Krems: https://www.donau-uni.ac.at/lukas.zenk
 
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS:
Meta-Competences: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1871187124000531
Improvisation: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsc.2021.100993
 
WORKSHOPS:
Meta-Competences: https://bit.ly/meta-kompetenzen
Business Improvisation and Creativity: https://www.donau-uni.ac.at/de/studium/business-improvisation-und-kreativitaet.html
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Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com

Marketing Expert: The Role of Marketing HAS SHIFTED! - Alexander Oswald | LTAT #37

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Alexander Oswald, President of the Austrian Marketing Association, shares his view on how the role of marketing has shifted in today's fast-paced world.
Host Berthold Baurek-Karlic and Alexander discuss his time at Nokia, a brand that once held a dominant 70% market share in Austria in the phone business, and the reasons that ultimately led to its decline. What lessons can we learn from Nokia's rise and fall, and how does this connect to Europe's ongoing innovation challenges?
 
Guest Speaker: Alexander Oswald ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderoswald/
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#marketing #podcast #businesspodcast #business

The Founding Story of PlanRadar - Sander van de Rijdt | LTAT #36

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic engages in a captivating conversation with Sander van de Rijdt, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of PlanRadar.
Sander, a serial entrepreneur with an impressive track record of founding eight companies, shares his unique insights into the world of entrepreneurship. The discussion delves into Sander's approach to scaling businesses and the strategic decisions involved in bringing investors on board. They explore the evolving market landscape, the shifting significance of profitability in today's tech industry compared to the past and much more.
 
Guest Speaker: Sander van de Rijdt ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/sander-van-de-rijdt-6b0366a3/
PlanRadar: https://www.planradar.com
 
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com

The Future of AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY - Heinrich Prankl | LTAT #35

In this episode of "Let's Talk About Tech," host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Heinrich Prankl, Deputy Head and Head of Research at Josephinum Research. Together, they delve into the fascinating intersection of technology, agriculture and society, exploring why we should embrace rather than fear technological advancements.
 
Guest Speaker: Heinrich Prankl ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/heinrich-prankl-514a82157/
Josephinum Research: https://www.josephinum.at
 
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#entrepreneurialpartners #podcast #agriculture #tech

Combining GDPR and INNOVATION - Beata Mangelberger | LTAT Live Sessions (German)

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, speaks with Beata Mangelberger, CEO of lexetdata and Data Protection Officer, about data protection and GDPR. They discuss how these regulations are helping shape the future of trustworthy innovation in the tech world.
The conversation touches on the role privacy laws play in ensuring secure and ethical tech advancements, as well as how businesses can navigate the complexities of compliance.
 
Guest Speaker: Beata Mangelberger ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/beata-mangelberger-lexetdata/
lexetdata: https://www.lexetdata.at
 
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com 

The Arabian Dream: How to do BUSINESS in the MIDDLE EAST - Karim Helal | LTAT Live Sessions

In this episode of the Venionaire Capital podcast, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Karim Helal, Co-Founder & CEO of ProTenders. Karim shares his journey, including a pivotal moment where he saved a company €24 million without receiving any recognition, which ultimately led him to become an entrepreneur. The conversation dives into his father's legacy as one of the first architects of Dubai, Karim's vision behind ProTenders, the comprehensive platform for the PropTech sector and valuable insights for businesses looking to enter the GCC region.
 
Guest Speaker: Karim Helal ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/khelal/
ProTenders: https://www.protenders.com
 
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
Venionaire Capital:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#podcast #proptech #middleeast

How DECENTRALIZATION is Changing Our Lives - Erol User | LTAT Live Sessions

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Erol User, Founder & CEO of USER CORPORATION, Founder President of BlockchainArmy, banker, political advisor, and author, to discuss the transformative power of decentralization.
Together, they explore how blockchain technology is reshaping industries, empowering individuals, and fostering global unity.
 
Guest Speaker: Erol User ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/euser/
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
Venionaire Capital: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com

GIO - The NEW Marketing Discipline - Uwe Seebacher | LTAT Live Sessions

Uwe Seebacher, a best-selling author, professor, investor, and Advisory Council Member of the Harvard Business Review, shares his fascinating career journey and insights about the new discipline in marketing - GIO.
Together, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic and Uwe Seebacher explore the massive potential of GIO and GEO, diving into how AI-powered tools are reshaping online visibility strategies. With over 80% of people online using AI for their searches, this is a critical moment for companies to harness these technologies for increased visibility and competitive advantage.
 
Guest Speaker: Uwe Seebacher ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/uweseebacher/
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#podcast #gio #digitalmarketing

Mastering BIOTECH with Peter Llewellyn-Davies | LTAT Live Sessions

In the 30th episode of Let's Talk About Tech, our host Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, sits down with Peter Llewellyn-Davies, President of BIOTECH AUSTRIA.
They explore his career as a banker, switching to finance and coming to Biotech by pure coincidence. They further discuss the critical role of psychology and cultural exchange in negotiations, talk about the biotech industry, and highlight the dynamics of value creation and long-term perspective regarding the return of investment in this cutting-edge field.
Peter also shares his unique perspective on the impact of emerging trends like AI, and why he chooses not to follow trends blindly.
 
Guest Speaker: Peter Llewellyn-Davies ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterld/
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
BIOTECH AUSTRIA: https://biotechaustria.org
 
Venionaire Capital:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#podcast #biotech #LetsTalkAboutTech

The Power of SOCIAL IMPACT in BUSINESS - LTAT Lives Sessions

This time on Let's Talk About Tech, we welcomed Georgi Lossmann-Iliev, head of magdas RECYCLING. Georgi shared insights into his work managing mobile phone donations for the Ö3-Wundertüte initiative, highlighting how his team’s efforts promote sustainability. Additionally, as the leader of magdas REINIGUNG, he discussed how these services create social and economic value. Tune in to explore how Georgi’s projects merge innovation, sustainability, and social impact for lasting success.
Guest Speaker: Georgi Lossmann-Iliev ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgi-lossmann-iliev-4b4512158/
Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/
 
magda recycling: https://www.magdas.at/magdas-recycling/
magda Reinigung: https://www.magdas.at/magdas-reinigung/
 
Venionaire Capital:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/
Website: https://www.venionaire.com
 
#podcast #socialbusiness #LetsTalkAboutTech