Do you want to understand how to succeed as an entrepreneur in today’s world? Want to build industry-defining products, services, and businesses and become the person who is capable of achieving vast success? Then this podcast is for you. Kilian Karrasch speaks to some of the most accomplished founders who have built some of the most successful companies in their industry. Subscribe now to get brand new episodes weekly from guests like Franck Denglos, the Ex-CEO of Adidas Italy, Jochen Engert, the Co-Founder of the mobility unicorn Flix, or Bernd Preuschoff, the winner of the “CIO of the Decade” Impact Award 2021 &amp; 2022, who transformed Schwan Cosmetics, Uvex, &amp; Co.

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Most founders never succeed. So what do the top 10% actually do differently? In this episode, Kilian talks with Yani Dragov, founder of Smart Organic, about the mindset shifts, leadership mistakes, and counterintuitive practices that helped him build a nine-figure organic food business.Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast, hosted by founder, investor and podcast host Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear how to grow your businesses, make more money, and leave a legacy, and the many lessons learned by 8, 9 and 10-figure entrepreneurs.Kilian Karrasch’s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>Yani Dragov’s socials: <a href="https://bg.linkedin.com/in/yanidragov" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://bettr-food.com/" rel="nofollow">Bettr Foods</a>, <a href="https://eatloveraw.com/" rel="nofollow">LoveRaw</a> Timeline:01:53 How to Continuously Evolve as a Founder02:32 Key Lessons Learned Building a 150M€ Food Business03:47 The Importance of Delegation04:40 The Traits of Successful Founders06:54 Reinventing the Business Model07:46 Acquiring Distressed Brands08:53 The Importance of Branding10:39 Creating Products that Stand Out11:38 Starting Over: What Would Yani Do?12:52 Tactical Advice for Founders

From Yoga Teacher to €150M Market Cap: The Unlikely Founder Mindset Behind Smart Organic’s Rise

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Traditional insurance models are limited in growth. In this episode with Robert Dietrich, CEO of Hiscox Europe, we discuss what it takes for embedded insurance and AI-driven models to work and dive into a blended cyber-insurance opportunity worth exploring. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, and how you can build new products and business models around them to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Robert Dietrich is the CEO of Hiscox Europe, a specialist global insurer. Under his former leadership, Hiscox Germany quadrupled its growth and expanded into direct-to-consumer, technology, and cyber insurance. Today, Robert continues the transformative growth at Hiscox Europe, leveraging technology to meet the evolving needs of brokers and clients.Follow Robert&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-dietrich-8833a82a" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline: (01:13) - Embedded Insurance - and it&#39;s key success factors(10:06) – Building flexible, customer-centric tech systems for modern insurance(16:16) – How AI can enhance underwriting processes and reduce costs(24:45) – Exploring AI-based cybersecurity solutions with insurance benefits

Championing Embedded Insurance, AI Underwriting, and New Cyber Opportunities - with Robert Dietrich, CEO Europe at Hiscox

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Looking to build new revenue streams in real estate? Discover the latest market dynamics and digital business opportunities and understand how you can use them to your advantage - in this episode with iad Group Portugal CEO Alfredo Valente. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, and how you can build new products and business models around them to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses.<img src="https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif">About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Alfredo Valente is the CEO of Portugal at aid Group, one of the leading real estate networks and service providers. With his innovative approach to the real estate market, Alfredo has been pivotal in integrating digital solutions to enhance property accessibility and investment attractiveness in Portugal. His expertise in navigating the complexities of modern real estate markets makes him a sought-after leader in the industry.Follow Alfredo&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredovalente/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline: (00:55) - Challenges in the real estate market &amp; how to adapt to them(06:20) - The biggest opportunity in the real estate market along the whole value chain(11:20) - Opportunities for education and advisory services in real estate(18:00) - Rent-to-own models &amp; their potential(18:50) - How to leverage data analytics &amp; AI for market insights

Unlocking New Revenue Streams in Real Estate (with Alfredo Valente, CEO Portugal of iad Group)

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The insurance industry is ripe for change. In this engaging episode, Nicolas Pöltl, CEO of BNP Paribas Cardif in Germany, and Kilian Karrasch discuss what the future of insurance looks like and how companies can build it best, and explore one of the biggest untapped business opportunities in the insurance market.  Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, and how you can build new products and business models around them to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest: Nicolas Pöltl is the CEO of BNP Paribas Cardif in Germany. BNP Paribas Cardif is one of the leading bancassurance and personal insurance providers worldwide with a presence in 30 countries. Nicolas has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. His mission at BNP Paribas Cardif in Germany is to leverage data, technology, and agile systems to reinvent traditional insurance models for the 21st century.Follow Nicolas&#39; socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-poeltl/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(2:03) – Shifting the paradigm: the importance of customer experience in insurance(4:53) – Automating the claims process(7:53) – How to lay the right technical foundation(10:28) – Creating a culture of innovation and teamwork(14:38) – Embedded insurance - and what it takes to succeed(16:11) – Exploring the biggest untapped opportunity: insurance opportunities in the German real estate market(22:13) - The future of AI-driven health insurance

Unlock the Future: Uberizing Insurance in the 21st Century (with Nicolas Pöltl, CEO of BNP Paribas Cardif in Germany)

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Learn the single best way to screen and validate 100s of ideas &amp; launch multiple new revenue streams in just 1 year— without breaking the bank. This episode unveils how corporates can use &#34;Innoventuring&#34; to redefine the way they build new ventures. Plus, we discuss 2 travel ideas you should start now.  Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest: Francesco Ferreri is the Director of Innovation at FUNKE ONE, one of Germany&#39;s leading media groups, and the former co-founder of two successful startups. Under Francesco&#39;s leadership, Funke One has incubated multiple new business models prone to contribute significantly to group profits in the coming years.Follow Francesco&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/francescoferreri/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(01:59) - The Secret Sauce to Successful Corporate Venture Building(08:24) - How to Set Up a Successful Corporate Venture Structure(10:37) - Creating Deal Flow - and Choosing the Right Approach(16:28) - How to be Scrappy - a Travel Industry Case Study(23:00) - Optimizing Costs in the Innovation Process(27:24) - Opening the Black-Box: Utilizing Consumer Data for 10x Innovation Results(32:07) - The Importance of Accepting Innovation Failures(37:54) - Danger! Disconnect Between Innovators and Business Units(43:08) - Francesco&#39;s Pitch for a Conversational AI in Business Travel Planning.(49:56) - Kilian&#39;s pitch for Next-Gen Personalization in Travel Travel Idea to Steal: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YDcdAn80gqwGVcs6Dlqmp9QV481DQGl884m5QbfYBJU/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Journey AI - Optimizing Business Travel with AI</a>

How to Screen 100s of Ideas & Build Multiple Revenue Streams in Record Time - with Francesco Ferreri

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Are you maximizing your corporate venture’s potential? Uncover the critical success factors that set corporate ventures apart from traditional startups, learn how to effectively incorporate existing startups to kickstart your venture’s success, and discover how to overcome cultural challenges in the process. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Uwe Frers is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of ADAC’s camping platform PiNCAMP. After successfully building and scaling three travel companies to exit, Uwe started building PiNCAMP as a corporate startup of ADAC SEs into the number one camping vacation marketplace in Europe. Follow Uwe&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/uwefrers/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(01:42) - The unique resources, networks, and branding challenges faced by corporate ventures(06:26) - Crucial branding considerations for corporate ventures(07:27) - Key success factors for corporate ventures(10:34) - The importance of agility, customer focus, and scalability in corporate ventures - and how to make the shift(14:02) - Operating approaches for startups in corporate environments(17:16) - How to master strategic prioritization &amp; resource allocation within corporate ventures(20:41) - The role of leadership in bridging corporate and startup cultures.(23:58) - Boosting corporate ventures through integration - and how to overcome its challenges(28:14) - Building high-performance cultures across merged entities

Corporate Startups: How To Scale Stronger With the Best of Two Worlds - with Uwe Frers

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Stuck in the innovation slow lane? Discover how corporate acquisition of startups can turbocharge your growth. Get first-hand advice on navigating the acquisition process, fostering a culture of innovation, and ensuring startups flourish post-acquisition. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Hannes Blum went from building and scaling the European version of Amazon - JustBooks -, against the backdrop of the DotCom bubble to eventually selling it to Amazon for an estimated 100M+ Euro. These days, he’s a partner at <a href="https://actoncapital.com/" rel="nofollow">Acton Capital</a> where he invests in SaaS and consumer internet startups.Follow Hannes&#39; socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannesblum" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:02:31 - The founding story of JustBooks06:32 - Strategies for PR, online marketing, and engaging the first users08:28 - Lessons on customer-centric product development and continuous iteration15:08 - The strategy behind JustBooks&#39; successful exits20:26 - Why it&#39;s important to build sustainable business practices for potential acquisitions24:11 - How to establish value-driven partnerships with potential acquirers29:04 - How to leverage the acquirer&#39;s expertise for mutual growth - while maintaining business autonomy33:18 - Navigating cultural integration post-integration38:13 - Core leadership principles for successful growth

Accelerating Venture Building Success through Acquisitions - with Hannes Blum

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Curious about launching a successful HR tech B2B venture? Explore disruptive fields in the HR industry, gain insights on navigating regulatory challenges and implementing tech solutions that attract both businesses and top talent through best practices in sales, culture, and customer service. Plus, we discuss a business idea to steal - in the semiconductor industry. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Frederik Fahning is the Managing Director and Co-Founder of <a href="https://www.zenjob.com/en/" rel="nofollow">Zenjob</a> and a member of the Board of Directors at Bitkom. Frederik went from founding Zenjob straight out of university to scaling the company into a young-talent staffing platform that has disrupted the industry and has received more than 100M€ in funding to almost reach unicorn status. Follow Frederik&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederik-fahning-5558b5bb/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:<ul><li>(01:44) - How to Assemble a Winning Team: Lessons on recruiting smarter and more experienced people.</li><li>(03:30) - Crafting a Dual-Focused Business Model: Balancing B2C and B2B needs effectively.</li><li>(04:33) - How to approach and convince first customers about a new HR platform.</li><li>(06:50) - Cultivating Company Culture: Strategies for embedding strong cultural values.</li><li>(10:48) - Strategies for Scaling Your Business: Expanding from a small user base to larger markets.</li><li>(13:01) - Quick Deployment HR Solutions: Offering rapid-response services to gain a competitive edge.</li><li>(15:33) - Building Strong B2B Networks: Leveraging referrals and networking for sales growth.</li><li>(19:20) - Navigating Regulatory Landscapes: Addressing challenges in the gig economy to identify new opportunities</li><li>(26:20) - How to Choose Customer Service Tools That Enhance User Experience</li><li>(35:16) - Business Idea to Steal: Amazon for Semiconductors</li></ul> Business Idea to Steal: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f11G0AC7V5yFGYNpVd8iNHps16xLnv_BLP-GxTu3JOs/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Amazon for Semiconductors</a>

How to Build a 100M Venture in HR Tech - with Frederik Fahning

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Struggling to bridge the gap between corporate innovation and startup agility? Discover the secrets of successful corporate venture building from Christian Lüdtke, a pioneer who transformed the landscape of corporate Germany with the Lean Startup Principle. Learn firsthand about the challenges and triumphs of creating ventures within a corporate structure, the importance of selecting the right team, and how to effectively engage with venture builders. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Christian Lüdtke is co-founder &amp; CEO of the innovation hub <a href="http://bryck.com/" rel="nofollow">BRYCK</a> which empowers startups to build a livable future. Before he co-founded etventure, one of the largest corporate venture builders in Germany that was eventually acquired by EY. He went from building up corporate innovation departments and ventures at Bertelsmann and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt - the largest education publisher at the time - to importing the lean startup principle to Germany and helping hundreds of organizations build innovation units and ventures. These days, he helps entrepreneurs develop the skills they need to successfully build their ventures.Follow Christian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-l%C3%BCdtke-a717a41b/?originalSubdomain=de" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(10:35) - From corporate to startup mentality: how to make the mindset shift happen(16:32) - The importance of CEO support and the right mindset in corporate venture success(20:23) - When is the right time to pursue corporate venture building?(23:47) - How to overcome C-level objections on new business investments(29:39) - Internal development vs. partnering up(32:09) - The critical role of internal IT departments - and how to engage them in your innovation projects(33:09) - How to build the right founding team(36:26) - Sales strategy and customer engagement: Picking up the phone and the importance of direct communication(39:04) - The significance of investor readiness and how to prepare for fundraising rounds

Transform Your Corporate Venture Game: Insider Tips with Christian Lüdtke

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Facing hurdles in transforming your innovative ideas into successful corporate ventures? Here&#39;s the blueprint for crafting ventures responsible for over $5 billion in equity value. Learn the secrets to fine-tuning incentive structures, selecting lucrative new business opportunities, and assembling the dream team for your venture. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Jordan Schlipf is the founder and CEO of <a href="https://rainmaking.io/" rel="nofollow">Rainmaking</a> and Rainmaking Venture Studio. Jordan went from founding several small startups, over launching Startupbootcamp - the world&#39;s largest industry-focused startup accelerator network, to building Rainmaking into one of the leading corporate venture builders in the world that has built companies with a total equity valuation of $5B+ to date.Follow Jordan&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-schlipf-0b855174/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(03:52) - Shift your focus: empowering talented founders for venture success.(07:48) - Why corporates struggle with generating new business ideas - and how to change that (14:07) - The ideal adjacency for new business models(18:01) - The pivotal role of incentives in driving entrepreneurial behavior within ventures(22:48) - The ideal structure of a venture board(29:17) - Why few corporate ventures build successful new businesses.(36:13) - How to balance the investment portfolio and select the right business ventures (39:46) - Entrepreneurial ambitions? A reality check for corporate employees

Billion-Dollar Venture Building Strategies - with Jordan Schlipf

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Struggling to reinvent your company for the digital age? Learn why traditional approaches to innovation often lead to dead ends and how to pivot towards methods that guarantee success. In this episode, we discuss essential strategies and governance structures that have propelled over 100 ventures to success. Welcome to the Digital Transformers Podcast with Kilian Karrasch. On this podcast, you&#39;ll hear about the latest next-generation business opportunities, how to build products and business models around them, and how to create more revenue for your business. Plus, you&#39;ll learn about the many lessons Kilian and his guests have learned on their path to building and running multi-million euro businesses. About the host: Kilian Karrasch is the founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates such as Valora, GEMA, and the International Chamber of Commerce identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models.Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the guest:Jan Sedlacek is the founder of one of the globally leading corporate venture builders - <a href="https://www.stryber.com/" rel="nofollow">Stryber</a> -, which has created over 100 ventures and worked for major companies such as Nestlé, ADQ, Migros, Generali, Vorwerk, and many more.Follow Jan&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jansed" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline:(01:13) - The failure of traditional innovation methods(04:32) - Choosing the right innovation tools and strategies for business model enhancement.(06:35) - How to develop innovation capabilities and mindset within organizations.(09:08) - The impact of corporate gravity on venture success.(11:02) - Deciding between corporate venture building and M&amp;A based on strategic needs.(14:15) - How to establish a corporate venture building strategy with effective governance.(22:11) - Designing governance structures to support venture success.(33:22) - Managing ventures in adjacent areas for operational independence and strategic relevance.(42:17) - Planning for long-term asset leverage in scale-up venture scenarios.(43:43) - Risk mitigation by scaling ventures incognito before leveraging corporate assets.(47:05) - Understanding future governance options for ventures, including integration or management as new business lines. Teaser: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HxwgF-OAVqBGF0926pFY-1Zr57SwCNu3ZGKwlLZ11_4/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">How to Establish Effective Governance Structures for Venture Success</a>

Why Most Innovations Fail: And the Two Methods That Don’t - with Jan Sedlacek

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About the Episode:Embarking on a digital transformation but worried about the pitfalls? This episode is your guiding light. Richard and Joachim, with over 50 years of combined experience, share invaluable insights on setting a clear direction, the importance of sponsorship and choosing the right partners, and learning how to engage and motivate your team for a seamless transition. Check out the full Transformation Guide: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ODK_GBFmsjkwNy6NJ7DrA-uyfLASktWB9VI2P8ymG6Q/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Reflections on Organizational Transformation</a> About the Host:Kilian Karrasch is a founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models. Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the Guests: Richard and Joachim are esteemed figures in the realm of digital transformation, boasting over 50 years of collective experience. As former executives and current advisors to C-level teams, they&#39;ve spearheaded major transformation projects across prominent companies and governmental organizations in Europe.Follow Richard&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-lloyd-williams/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>;Follow Joachim&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joachimschwendenwein/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>&#34; Timeline: (00:50) - Introduction(05:00) - Discussion on the inception of the &#34;Reflections on Organizational Transformation&#34; document.(07:20) - The Importance of collaboration in digital transformation.(09:40) - Organizational transformation vs. mere change.(12:30) - Real-world examples of transformation: Nokia and Hugo Boss.(14:55) - The necessity of transforming organizations and how to recognize existential threats to the business.(17:10) - Discussion on the high failure rate of digital transformations and how to navigate it.(19:45) - The role of clear direction and clarity in successful transformation.(22:30) - The challenge of securing leadership sponsorship and alignment.(25:00) - Selecting the right partners for transformation efforts.(27:50) - Addressing internal dynamics and engaging the team for transformation.(30:15) - Strategies for dealing with different mindsets within the organization towards transformation.(33:00) - Importance of establishing credibility and showing early successes.(35:45) - The continuous process of transformation beyond the initial stages.(38:20) - Closing remarks and anticipation for the next episode on maintaining momentum in transformation.

Digital Transformations: 4 Crucial Steps Every Leader Must Take Before Getting Started

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About the Episode:Is your organization&#39;s digital transformation journey hitting roadblocks? This episode is your guide through the maze. From establishing direction to the nuances of ongoing engagement and value creation to protecting the vision and the team, this conversation sheds light on what it takes to sustain transformation efforts. Check out the full Transformation Guide: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ODK_GBFmsjkwNy6NJ7DrA-uyfLASktWB9VI2P8ymG6Q/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Reflections on Organizational Transformation</a> About the Host: Kilian Karrasch is a founding partner at <a href="https://www.boldheart.io/corporate-venture-building" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he helps ambitious corporates identify, build, and scale successful next-generation digital products and business models. Follow Kilian&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> About the Guests: Michael Rammelsberger and Franziska Jörg are seasoned experts in organizational transformation, each bringing a rich tapestry of experience from the world of retail, consumer goods, and e-commerce. As executives and change leaders, they have spearheaded strategic initiatives and operations overhauls in some of the leading SMEs and stock-listed companies in Europe. Follow Michael&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-rammelsberger/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>; Follow Franziska&#39;s socials: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/franziska-j%C3%B6rg-2170ab10a/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> Timeline: (0:58) - Introduction.(4:36) - Unveiling key principles for successful change.(9:18) - Effective communication strategies across diverse teams.(15:00) - The necessity of engaging stakeholders at all organizational levels(17:26) - How to manage complexity in large-scale transformations.(20:11) - The significance of adding value and achieving early wins.(30:56) - Persistence and adaptability as keys to sustaining efforts.(37:43) - How to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.(45:27) - How to protect transformations and personnel from negative factors.(54:14) - Conclusion

Digital Transformations: 4 Continuous Success Factors You Shouldn't Be Ignoring

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Startup Founders!If you are looking to gain access to markets and capital, a corporate partner can be a game changer. But how do you select the right opportunities and partners and avoid getting stuck in endless processes and &#34;slow-boat mentality&#34;? In this third episode of the Boldheart x PwC Exclusive &#34;Innovation Unbound - The Definite Guide to Corporate and Startup Collaborations&#34;, we dive into the key indicators to look out for and discuss the dos and don&#39;ts from a startup perspective that will help you navigate the field. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word. 🙏 And if you have questions about this episode or would like to discuss how to drive your innovation initiatives, reach out via LinkedIn or email to:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> (Boldheart) for general inquiries about the episode and your questions related to ideation, market research, UI/UX design, MVP building and venture building: <a href="mailto:kilian@boldheart.io" rel="nofollow">kilian@boldheart.io</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannisgrube/" rel="nofollow">Jannis Grube</a> (Pwc) for general inquiries about the PwC Scale program and about finding the right corporate partners to accelerate your startup success journey: <a href="mailto:jannis.grube@pwc.com" rel="nofollow">jannis.grube@pwc.com</a> </li></ul> About the hosts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> is founding partner at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Pkm5bg" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he has helped numerous ambitious corporate clients and high-growth startups identify, build and scale successful digital products and services for their next generation of customers.</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannisgrube/" rel="nofollow">Jannis Grube</a> is co-leader of the <a href="https://pwc.to/3PrHrmZ" rel="nofollow">Scale Program</a> at PwC Germany. He has worked with countless startups to help them collaborate more effectively with corporates.</li></ul>

Boldheart x PwC Exclusive (Episode 3): The Startup's Playbook to Winning Big with Corporate Partnerships

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Corporate Leaders! Do you want to connect to startups? Identify new market opportunities? Learn about best practices to drive speed? Or simply foster a connected culture of innovation? In this second episode of the Boldheart x PwC Exclusive &#34;Innovation Unbound - The Definite Guide to Corporate and Startup Collaborations&#34;, we dive into the prerequisites you need to fulfill from a corporate side to accomplish those goals. Step by step, we talk about the different innovation options (both internally and externally) and take a critical look at what it takes to go from &#34;zero to hero&#34;. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word. 🙏 And if you have questions about this episode or would like to discuss how to drive your innovation initiatives, reach out via LinkedIn or email to:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> (Boldheart) for general inquiries about the episode and your questions related to ideation, market research, UI/UX design, MVP building and venture building: <a href="mailto:kilian@boldheart.io" rel="nofollow">kilian@boldheart.io</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-hofnagel/" rel="nofollow">Stephan Hofnagel</a> (PwC) for general inquiries about the PwC Scale program and about finding the right startups and technology to accelerate your corporate innovation journey: <a href="mailto:stephan.hofnagel@pwc.com" rel="nofollow">stephan.hofnagel@pwc.com</a> </li></ul> About the hosts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> is founding partner at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Pkm5bg" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading Next Generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he has helped numerous ambitious corporate clients and high-growth startups identify, build and scale successful digital products and services for their next generation of customers.</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-hofnagel/" rel="nofollow">Stephan Hofnagel</a> is co-leader of the <a href="https://pwc.to/3PrHrmZ" rel="nofollow">Scale Program</a> at PwC Germany. Stephan has worked with countless major corporates to help them collaborate more effectively with startups.</li></ul>

Boldheart x PwC Exclusive (Episode 2): The Ultimate Corporate Guide to Collaborative Innovation Success

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Have you ever thought of collaborating with a corporate or startup to accelerate your innovation success? In this Boldheart x PwC Exclusive &#34;Innovation Unbound - The Definite Guide to Corporate and Startup Collaborations&#34;, we dive into dos and don&#39;ts and reveal best practices when it comes to kickstarting and accelerating collaborative innovation at any stage. Whether you are a corporate innovator or a startup founder, learn the ideal timing and prerequisite to drive innovation success through:<ul><li>Hackathons,</li><li>Innovation challenges,</li><li>Accelerator and incubator programs,</li><li>Venture clienting,</li><li>Digital units,</li><li>Venture building and more...</li></ul> If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word. 🙏 And if you have questions about this episode or would like to discuss how to drive your innovation initiatives, reach out via LinkedIn or email to:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> (Boldheart) for general inquiries about the episode and your questions related to ideation, market research, UI/UX design, MVP building and venture building: <a href="mailto:kilian@boldheart.io" rel="nofollow">kilian@boldheart.io</a></li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannisgrube/" rel="nofollow">Jannis Grube</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-hofnagel/" rel="nofollow">Stephan Hofnagel</a> (PwC) for general inquiries about the PwC Scale program and collaborative innovation: <a href="mailto:jannis.grube@pwc.com" rel="nofollow">jannis.grube@pwc.com</a> &amp; <a href="mailto:stephan.hofnagel@pwc.com" rel="nofollow">stephan.hofnagel@pwc.com</a> </li></ul> About the hosts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">Kilian Karrasch</a> is founding partner at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Pkm5bg" rel="nofollow">Boldheart</a>, the leading next-generation product &amp; venture builder. Together with his team, he has helped numerous ambitious corporate clients and high-growth startups identify, build and scale successful digital products and services for their next generation of customers.</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannisgrube/" rel="nofollow">Jannis Grube</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-hofnagel/" rel="nofollow">Stephan Hofnagel</a> are the leaders of the <a href="https://pwc.to/3PrHrmZ" rel="nofollow">Scale Program</a> at PwC Germany. Together, they have worked with hundreds of B2B startups, several family businesses and established corporations to foster successful collaborations in the innovation ecosystem. </li></ul>

Boldheart x PwC Exclusive (Episode 1): How to Unlock the Power of Collaborative Innovation Step-by-Step

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My name is Kilian Karrasch and in this episode, I talk to Filip Dames, Founding Partner at Cherry Ventures and former Chief Business Development Officer at Zalando and founder of Zalando-Lounge.Filip went from founding a first small startup to joining Zalando as part of the founding team to helping build it into one the largest fashion retailers in Europe. Now, Filip is Germany&#39;s &#34;Investor of the Year 2022&#34; and has joined the ranks of the FORBES Midas List Europe as one of the most influential investors on the continent.In our podcast episode, we talk about:<ul><li>how to hire the right talent to fuel your innovation ambitions</li><li>how to successfully identify, validate and scale innovations internally</li><li>and some of the hottest trends in the market</li></ul> If you enjoyed this episode, please take a minute to subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word, so I can continue bringing you outstanding guests and conversations. 🙏And if you have questions about this episode or on how to start building digital products or services, you&#39;re welcome to reach out to me.LinkedIn: <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/21ed86a5-bed6-49ff-8982-4fe5bb9f2a6f/ep/be7d5cbb-56a5-47c9-a624-2e9f4d1a77e6/linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/</a> E-Mail: <a href="mailto:kilian@hatch.studio" rel="nofollow">kilian@hatch.studio</a> Filip Dames on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipdames" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/filipdames</a>Cherry Ventures: <a href="http://www.cherry.vc/" rel="nofollow">cherry.vc</a> Timeline:0:00 - Introduction0:27 - Who is Filip Dames?0:48 - Topics of the podcast1:06 - What you wouldn’t expect about Filip1:55 - Reasons for choosing an entrepreneurial path3:13 - How a first business can set you up for success8.20 - Top learnings from internal venture building at Zalando9:39 - The entrepreneurial spirit of trial, error, and iteration11:01 - How to keep the entrepreneurial mindset alive while scaling the company13:58 - How to transition into startup investments16:39 - Core success factors for startups and innovation teams in the beginning17:56 - Who should be your first hire21:10 - The factors to look at when investing in startups24:26 - How to know when to pivot and change direction28:11 - How to identify product-market-fit31:19 - Boundary conditions for innovation success33:14 - How to figure out which internal innovation is the most promising34:30 - Which KPIs are most important for evaluating innovations37:29 - The hottest trends and ideas in the market40:27 - How to get in contact with Filip

S2E21: How to Build and Scale Innovative Ventures - with Filip Dames, Founding Partner at Cherry Ventures and former Chief Business Development Officer at Zalando

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My name is Kilian Karrasch and in this episode, I talk to Michael Müller-Wünsch, CIO of OTTO and responsible for the digital platform business within the Otto Group.During his tenure, Michael successfully transformed Otto from catalog to platform business, and with that led one of the few truly successful digital business model expansions in Europe. Today, the platform business already makes up 30% of OTTO’s business revenue, and Michael, for his successes has been named CIO of the Year.In today’s episode, we talk about:<ul><li>The secret behind Otto’s corporate innovation structure </li><li>How to master technology-driven innovation and successfully identify the next digital business field of your organization?</li><li>How to build a product-driven organization that outcompetes the market - even in a large corporate?</li></ul> Michael&#39;s LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/muewue" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/muewue</a>If you enjoyed this episode, please take a minute to subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word, so I can continue bringing you outstanding guests and conversations. 🙏And if you have questions about this episode or on how to start building digital products or services, you&#39;re welcome to reach out to me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/21ed86a5-bed6-49ff-8982-4fe5bb9f2a6f/ep/be7d5cbb-56a5-47c9-a624-2e9f4d1a77e6/linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/</a> or E-Mail: <a href="mailto:kilian@hatch.studio" rel="nofollow">kilian@hatch.studio</a>.Thanks again for listening to the Digital Transformers podcast. 🚀 Timeline:0:00 - Introduction0:28 - Who is Michael Müller?0:49 - Topics of the Episode2:08 - What does Otto do differently to be continuously successful?5:44 - How is the Innovation Organisation setup at Otto?8:47 - Michael’s recommendation to mid-sized companies or bigger corporations11:31 - The venture clienting model15:33 - How Otto identifies new digital business opportunities24:12 - How to identify the most relevant topics when building a digital platform27:08 - The approach to launching new features28:51 - The OKR cycle setup33:18 - The biggest challenges and trends in the platform business model36:40 - Digital projects Otto is working on right now

S2E20: How to Set Up Corporate Innovation Structures the Right Way - with Michael Müller-Wünsch, CIO of OTTO

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My name is Kilian Karrasch and in this episode, I talk to Rainer Karcher, Global Head of IT Sustainability at Allianz Technology, about: <ul><li>the importance of IT sustainability - and how to properly sell it </li><li>best practices to make your IT more sustainable</li><li>and 3 tips on how to get started</li></ul> If you enjoyed this episode, please take a minute to subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word, so I can continue bringing you outstanding guests and conversations. 🙏And if you have questions about this episode or on how to start building digital products or services, you&#39;re welcome to reach out to me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/21ed86a5-bed6-49ff-8982-4fe5bb9f2a6f/ep/be7d5cbb-56a5-47c9-a624-2e9f4d1a77e6/linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/</a> or E-Mail: <a href="mailto:kilian@hatch.studio" rel="nofollow">kilian@hatch.studio</a>.To get in contact with Rainer: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rainerkarcher" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/rainerkarcher</a>Thanks again for listening to the Digital Transformers podcast. 🚀 Timeline:0:00 - Introduction0:08 - Who is Rainer Karcher?0:30 - Topics of the podcast0:50 - What is IT sustainability and why does it matter?3:24 - The often overlooked impact of digitization on the environment5:56 - The correct way for companies to start becoming more sustainable8:33 - The simple practice every company can do to become more sustainable10:41 - How to communicate the company’s sustainability efforts to shareholders, employees, and customers?13:42 - Why to use persona thinking in internal and external sustainability communication17:39 - Sustainable IT vs. enabling sustainability through IT-services20:15 - How to embed sustainable IT in your organization23:21 - Easy implementations for companies to become more sustainable24:50 - How to balance usability and sustainability27:24 - How to become more sustainable as a producer or manufacturer31:25 - How to track your IT sustainability progress36:18 - The 3 core factors to master IT sustainability39:00 - How to get in touch with Rainer Karcher

S2E19: How to Make Digital Innovation Truly Sustainable? - with Rainer Karcher, Global Head of IT Sustainability at Allianz Technology

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My name is Kilian Karrasch and in this episode, I talk to Johannes Reichert, Head of Global IT and Chief Information Officer at Hilti Group.During his career, Johannes drove the global IT agile transformation and large-scale IT projects, introducing not only an innovative CRM system and top-notch ERP functionalities but also developing a microservice-based infrastructure to enable Digital Products in one of the least digitized industries in the world.In our podcast episode, we talk about:<ul><li>his core learnings on launching microservices at startup speed in the corporate IT department?</li><li>best practices on how to transition a multinational company step-by-step into an agile way of working?</li><li>how to evaluate the degree of agility needed in large-scale IT projects?</li><li>and much more…</li></ul> If you enjoyed this episode, please take a minute to subscribe, like, or share this podcast to spread the word, so I can continue bringing you outstanding guests and conversations. 🙏And if you have questions about this episode or on how to start building digital products or services, you&#39;re welcome to reach out to me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://app.redcircle.com/shows/21ed86a5-bed6-49ff-8982-4fe5bb9f2a6f/ep/be7d5cbb-56a5-47c9-a624-2e9f4d1a77e6/linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="nofollow">linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/</a> or E-Mail: <a href="mailto:kilian@hatch.studio" rel="nofollow">kilian@hatch.studio</a>.Thanks again for listening to the Digital Transformers podcast. 🚀 Timeline: 0:00 - Introduction0:28 – Who is Johannes Reichert?0:50 – Episode overview1:18 – One thing you wouldn’t expect about Johannes1:43 – How Hilti managed to transform one of the least digitized industries5:38 – The startup “ingredients” that corporations need to create innovative digital products8:40 – The right agile mindset that leads to success9:41 – The process behind deciding what systems to innovate11:22 – Core learnings from digitizing Hilti12:37 – Digital unit vs. corporate IT - what is the right setup to innovate?15:55 – Core learnings from the Global IT Transformation at Hilti19:01 – How to do an agile transformation the right way?21:06 – How to select the right transformation methods?22:12 – How to convince your team to use agile methods?25:19 – When does it make sense to work in an agile manner?28:43 – Valuable feedback on agile setups31:30 – How to run an agile IT transformation in a hybrid setting?34:00 – When does agile make sense in large IT-scale projects?36:23 – Best practices for running large scale agile IT projects?38:37 - How to create transparency during agile projects40:30 – How to protect the team from too much interference?

S2E18: How to Turn Your Corporate IT into an Innovation Driver - with Hilti Group CIO Johannes Reichert

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Do you want to understand how to succeed as an entrepreneur or corporate innovator in today’s world? Want to build industry-defining digital products, services, and businesses and become the person who is capable of achieving vast success? Then this podcast is for you. Kilian Karrasch speaks to some of the most accomplished founders and innovation executives who have built and transformed some of the most successful companies in their industry.Subscribe now to get brand new episodes weekly from guests like Franck Denglos, the Ex-CEO of Adidas Italy, Jochen Engert, the Co-Founder of the mobility unicorn Flix, or Bernd Preuschoff, the winner of the “CIO of the Decade” Impact Award 2021 & 2022, who transformed Schwan Cosmetics, Uvex, & Co.