Leading a Start Up in Times of War: Claudia is in Conversation with Anna Believevantseva

Anna Believantseva, Co-founder & COO at Esper Bionics, shares a transformative moment she and her team experienced at their office, when they were setting up the first bionic hands for their users. One of the users, Nika, was born without a hand and had never experienced grasping something with both hands. The first time she used the bionic hand to hold something, it was profoundly moving, not just for her but for all  witnessing it. The emotional impact of that moment, seeing her reaction, her tears of joy and accomplishment, was unforgettable and deeply impactful.It was such a meaningful moment because it encapsulated the essence of Anna's work's impact on real lives. It brought to light the profound difference technology can make, offering something fundamentally life-changing to someone who never thought it possible. It was a poignant reminder of the human side of technological advancements.From this, Anna learned the value of empathy and the emotional connection in her and her team's work. All the years dedicated to refining their product, overcoming obstacles, enduring late nights, and working through countless weekends – all these efforts are validated in the feedback they have witness firsthand. This experience has reinforced the importance of perseverance and the motivation to continue innovating for the sake of transformative impacts on lives.Anna efficiently transforms tech concepts into practical operational plans. She has over eight years of leading experience in operations management, managing teams, finance and legal processes for three international startups. At 29, Anna was listed in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in North America. For over 1,5 years she leads WTech New York Chapter, advocating for women in hardware tech sectors.At Esper Bionics, Anna focuses on streamlining team functions and strategies, enhancing market analysis and secures U.S. partners.Guided by the philosophy to "make things done", Anna’s current focus at Esper Bionics is on enhancing team efficiency and maintaining sharp focus. She ensures that tasks are executed effectively and innovative solutions are consistently delivered.Follow and learn more about my guest today:Websites: Esper BionicsLinkedIN: Anna BelievantsevaTo learn more about SHIFT HAPPENS, click here To learn more about Claudia's business Curated Conversations and her Salons in New York, Zurich and Berlin, click hereYou can also connect with Claudia on Instagram @shifthappens.podcast and LinkedIn at ClaudiaMahlerNYCThis podcast is created, produced and hosted by Claudia Mahler.Social Media support Magdalena Reckendrees