Let’s Talk About Tech

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, CEO of Venionaire Capital Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Dr. Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna, Founder & Partner of exelixis capital, to explore his journey from decoding disruption and the science behind it with his publications on interlinked S-Curves, pioneering Venture Capital, spending more than 15 years combined at Deloitte and PwC to navigating the future of exponential technologies like AI, longevity, and the blockchain economy. Guest Speaker: Dr. Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dobrauz/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.baurek-karlic.at Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

What is the actual key to a long, healthy life? In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic speaks with Johannes Weiss, founder and CEO of Longevity Center Vienna, who reveals why there isn't just one "magic pill," but rather a biological "key" involving your brain, your cells, and your community. We move past the hype of social media supplements to discuss the Root Cause Medicine that is actually moving the needle. Johannes explains how to modulate your nervous system to erase stress and why the next generation of humans might just breeze past the 120-year mark. Guest Speaker: Johannes Weiss ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannes-weiss-8ab828197/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.baurek-karlic.at Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, CEO of Venionaire Capital, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, sits down with Andreas Perotti, Defense Tech expert and entrepreneur. They explore why the "startup community" in defense exploded after 2022 , the reality of the "drone war" in Ukraine , and whether true technological resilience is even possible in a globalized world. Guest Speaker: Andreas Perotti ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreasperotti/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.baurek-karlic.at Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Florian Wagner, CEO and Founder of Emerald Horizon, to explore one of the most ambitious energy innovations currently emerging in Europe. From hedge fund management to building a deep tech company in the energy space, Florian shares how his journey led to the development of Emerald Horizon's core technology ADES which are SMGs (Small Modular Generators) — a potential alternative to traditional SMRs.   Guest Speaker: Florian Wagner ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florian-wagner-emerald/ Emerald Horizon: https://emerald-horizon.com/en/   Moderator: Berthold Bauer-Karlic ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Tech podcast, host Philipp Sakuler sits down with Simon Laubscher, Head of Innovation at Swarovski, to explore how Swarovski continues to innovate and reinvent itself.   Guest Speaker: Simon Laubscher ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-laubscher/ Swarovski: https://www.swarovski.com/de-AT/   Moderator: Philipp Sakuler ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipp-sakuler/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic speaks with Dr. Bernhard Müller, Industry Lead Aerospace & Defense at PwC and former officer of the Austrian Armed Forces. We discuss how defense innovation increasingly emerges from the private sector, why dual-use technologies such as AI, drones, and satellites are reshaping modern defense capabilities, and how governments and startups collaborate to build resilient systems.   Guest Speaker: Bernhard Müller ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernhard-müller-06b015a7/ PwC Legal Austria: https://www.pwclegal.at   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode, host & CEO Berthold Baurek-Karlic speaks with Anja Hintermeier, Head of New Business and Venture Development at Wien Energie, about how cities can innovate their way toward climate neutrality, build new energy revenue streams, and collaborate with startups to stabilize future grids. From venture building inside utilities to decentralized energy systems and grid stability challenges, this episode explores how infrastructure operators are becoming innovation platforms.   Guest Speaker: Anja Hintermeier ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-hintermeier/ Wien Energie: https://www.wienenergie.at/ueber-uns/unternehmen/innovation-forschung/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, moderator Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Anna Wallner, Head of New Media at Die Presse, Austria’s oldest newspaper, founded in 1848. They explore how journalism is evolving in the age of AI, shrinking attention spans, and platform dependency. From podcasts and social media to AI-generated voices, chatbots, and declining search traffic, this conversation dives into the economic, technological, and societal pressures reshaping media today.   Guest Speaker: Anna Wallner ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/media-wallner/ Die Presse: https://www.diepresse.com "Was wichtig ist" Podcast: https://www.diepresse.com/meinung/podcast/waswichtigwird   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, Berthold Baurek-Karlic speaks with Gerhard Kürner, Founder & CEO of 506.ai, about the real blockers behind Europe’s AI gap — from missing sales culture to enterprise adoption challenges. They discuss compliant enterprise AI, productivity myths, the AI J-curve, voice as the next interface, and what it actually takes to deploy AI securely and at scale in corporates.   Guest Speaker: Gerhard Kürner ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerhardkuerner/ 506.ai: https://www.506.ai   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic and guest Patrick-Noël Gregor, Founder & COO of Valoterna, explore a niche but increasingly relevant alternative asset class: natural colored gemstones. Patrick breaks down the fundamentals of a market characterized by extreme scarcity, low correlation, and long-term price appreciation. A strategic exploration for investors evaluating real-world assets, portfolio diversification, and innovation in asset-backed digital products.   Guest Speaker: Patrick-Noël Gregor ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/png-coo-valoterna/ Valoterna: https://valoterna.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   ---   The information provided by Venionaire Capital is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. No part of this communication should be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or investment. Investors should seek advice from a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, we sit down with Andrej Majcen, Group CEO and Co-Founder of Bitcoin Suisse. From buying his first Bitcoin as a student to building a 200+ employee global organization, Andrej’s story is one of conviction, timing, and the relentless pursuit of trust in an industry that had none at the time.   Guest Speaker: Andrej Majcen ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrej-majcen/ Bitcoin Suisse: https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/   NO INVESTMENT ADVICE

Host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Dr. Michael Förtsch, the CEO and founder of Q.ANT, a German deep-tech company pioneering photonic computing – data processing powered by light instead of electricity. 💡 Topics Covered: - From academia to entrepreneurship: Michael’s journey from quantum research to startup success - What is photonic computing — and why it matters - The limitations of binary, digital AI - How Q.ANT’s chips process data at the speed of light - The next big thing in AI: image, audio, and multimodal intelligence   Guest Speaker: Dr. Michael Förtsch ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfoertsch/ Q.ANT: https://qant.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

From competing on the ice to skating through 75 countries (including Antarctica!) and founding Skate the World, Matthias has turned his passion for adventure into a global movement that combines sport, storytelling, and social impact. Recently honored as “Athlete of the Year with a Heart” (Sportler des Jahres mit Herz) in Austria, Matthias continues to inspire through projects like Skate the World Philippines, where he empowers children through sport and education, and as a guest lecturer at Harvard University sharing lessons in creativity and entrepreneurship. Tune in for stories of courage, purpose, and how innovation can change lives, from the ice tracks of Europe to classrooms in the Philippines.   Guest Speaker: Matthias Stelzmüller ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunschofsky/ Skate the World: https://skatethe.world/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech we welcome Hannes Hunschofsky, Managing Director of the Vienna Office of EIT Manufacturing. From his international career in the U.S. and Europe to leading one of the most important European innovation networks for manufacturing, Hannes shares his insights on: - Building ecosystems that connect startups and corporates - The role of collaboration in driving innovation - Challenges for SMEs in Europe - Lobbying, policy, and regulation hurdles and more   Guest Speaker: Hannes Hunschofsky ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunschofsky/ EIT Manufacturing: https://www.eitmanufacturing.eu Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ 

From the halls of Congress to villages in Malawi, Afghanistan, and Japan—Marjorie Margolies has dedicated her life to empowering women and amplifying their voices. She won five Emmy Awards as a journalist, served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and founded Women’s Campaign International. As President of Women’s Campaign International, she shares powerful stories of resilience, leadership, and the ripple effect of change across the globe. Marjorie talks about: - How WCI helps women enter politics and leadership roles worldwide - The challenges women face in both developing and developed countries - The GALS program and why empowering young women starts at home - The ripple effects of small acts of courage and support   Guest Speaker: Marjorie Margolies ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjorie-margolies-1b383718b/ Women's Campaign International: https://www.womenscampaigninternational.org   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ World Venture Forum: https://worldventureforum.info   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/   #women #femaleempowerment #empowerment

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, we sit down with Takahisa Ohira, Head of Asia Region at Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support. From building the Japan–India startup corridor to connecting with European deep-tech innovators, Takahisa shares insider strategies for startups looking to scale into Japan and for Japanese corporates seeking global collaboration. We cover: - Why now is the right time for global startups to enter Japan - Key booming sectors: SaaS, FinTech, healthtech, deep tech & space tech - The role of international conferences like Sushi Tech Tokyo & World Venture Forum - How to navigate cultural and business barriers in Japan - Why strong local partnerships are essential for long-term success   Guest Speaker: Takahisa Ohira ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/takahisaohira/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045 World Venture Forum: https://worldventureforum.info Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ 

In this episode, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Marcel Aberle, founder of Aberle Trendforschung, to explore the hidden forces shaping our future. Marcel shares the most important trends no one is talking about - and how the future might unfold if we’re paying attention. Guest Speaker: Marcel Aberle ➡️ Website: https://www.marcelaberle.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelaberle/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ Website: https://www.baurek-karlic.at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Alex von Frankenberg, former Managing Director of High-Tech Gründerfonds and author of his newest book "Bitcoin - Das ehrliche Geld" (The Honest Money) shares invaluable insights into his journey at High-Tech Gründerfonds, discussing how he helped shape the European startup landscape. The conversation explores Alex's latest book on Bitcoin, where he and moderator Berthold Baurek-Karlic discuss its role as a hedge against inflation and how it’s inspiring individuals to get more involved in blockchain and crypto technologies.   Guest Speaker: Alex von Frankenberg ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/justdoitalex/ Bitcoin - Das ehrliche Geld: https://aprycot.media/shop/bitcoin-das-ehrliche-geld/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045   Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/  

In this episode of "Let's Talk About Tech," host Berthold Baurek-Karlic and Max J. Heinzle, Founder & CEO of 21X, discusses the digital transformation of capital markets and the role of blockchain. With his extensive experience in venture capital and finance, Max explains how blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way financial instruments are traded and managed. Guest Speaker: Max J. Heinzle ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-heinzle/ 21X: https://21x.eu Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/   #web3 #blockchain #crypto

In this episode, our moderator Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Karl Zettl, Co-Founder and CEO of Iknaio Cryptoasset Analytics. Together, they talk about Karl’s journey from growing up in a restaurant business-driven family to leading Iknaio in revolutionizing the world of crypto analytics. Iknaio is transforming crypto tracking with a powerful, Google Maps-like approach to crypto transactions. From tracing assets to uncovering patterns of illicit activities like money laundering, Karl and Berthold discuss the challenges and innovations shaping the future of blockchain transparency.   Guest Speaker: Karl Zettl ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-zettl/ Iknaio: https://www.iknaio.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/   #web3 #blockchain #crypto

Web3 has evolved beyond hype. Now it’s about structure, adoption, and building actual economic layers. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Georg Brameshuber – founder of ValidVent, tax advisor, board member of Blockchain Europe, and regulatory expert – to unpack the friction points and forward motion of the digital asset ecosystem. - The European approach to digital asset regulation (MiCA, whitepaper requirements, etc.) - Is there value to meme coins? - Web3 use cases beyond finance On-chain IP monetization, royalty flows in the creator economy, and where immutable ledgers replace centralized black boxes. - Bridging TradFi and Web3 - Why Bitcoin is foundational but not the full picture. - Where DeFi, DAOs & token design go next   Guest Speaker: Georg Brameshuber ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georg-brameshuber/ Validvent: https://validvent.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, speaks with Marco Karber, founder and CEO of AES – Autonomous Energy Systems, about how he turned rock bottom into a revolutionary green-tech breakthrough. They talk about: - The brutal early days of AES: no money, no team, no plan B - Why they refused to sell the company - even when it was nearly worthless - How AES turns plastic waste into oil and creates a truly circular economy - The real power of small-scale, decentralized pyrolysis reactors - How AES is on track to clean up the world’s dirtiest plastic waste - and so much more   Guest Speaker: Marco Karber ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-karber-a73207148/ AES – Autonomous Energy Systems: https://aestechnik.de/en/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital 🌐 Website: https://www.venionaire.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let's Talk About Tech, we sit down with Susanne Tischmann, Chief Information Officer of ÖAMTC, for a deep dive into the intersection of mobility, technology, and innovation. Hosted by Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, this episode explores Susanne's impressive career path, tackling the traveling salesman problem with real-world data, the vision behind ÖAMTC's venture arm, 120 ventures and more at one of Austria's most essential mobility service providers.   Guest Speaker: Susanne Tischmann ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-tischmann-768b4a60/ ÖAMTC: https://www.oeamtc.at   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: Website: https://www.venionaire.com Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, speaks with Marco Porak, Country General Manager & Director of Technology at IBM Austria and IBM Quantum Ambassador, about how IBM is actively shaping the enterprise tech landscape today. They talk about: - How IBM is delivering real business value through hybrid cloud architecture - Why IBM uses a multi-model AI approach with efficient, scalable models like Granite 3.2 - How IBM is using AI internally to transform HR for over 280,000 employees as “Client Zero” - IBM’s leadership in quantum computing, with operational systems, a global cloud-accessible quantum network, and a roadmap to 2033 - and much more   Guest Speaker: Marco Porak ➡️ / /https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-porak/ IBM: https://www.ibm.com/de-de   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ /https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: Website: https://www.venionaire.com Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

The AI expert in Austria Clemens Wasner, CEO & Founder of EnliteAI, came to our studio to share his thoughts on the current state of Artificial Intelligence. Host Berthold Baurek-Karlic and Clemens talk about his fascinating journey—spanning a decade living in Japan and Beijing, where he witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of AI across industries. Returning to Austria, he became one of the country's early AI pioneers, co-creating the Austrian AI Landscape in 2017 and helping shape the national conversation around artificial intelligence through EnliteAI. They dive into: 🔹 His international career path and cultural insights 🔹 The changing composition of founding teams 🔹 The hardware demands of modern AI 🔹 Value-based pricing 🔹 What’s next for AI adoption and innovation Guest Speaker: Clemens Wasner ➡️ / / / https://www.linkedin.com/in/clemenswasner/ EnliteAI: https://www.enlite.ai Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Q.ANT (Photonic Computing): https://qant.com Venionaire Capital: Website: https://www.venionaire.com Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Tech, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Michael Schramm, CEO & Founder of OwnerChip. They dive into Michael’s background in IT, his deep digital expertise, and how he’s tackling the $3 Trillion Fake Industry with OwnerChip and their solutions.   Guest Speaker: Michael Schramm ➡️ / /https://www.linkedin.com/in/mischramm/ Company: https://www.ownerchip.com   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ /https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ Venionaire Capital: Website: https://www.venionaire.com Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/

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! ------------- 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 -------------- 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

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: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #marketing #podcast #businesspodcast #business

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: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Website: https://www.venionaire.com

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: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #entrepreneurialpartners #podcast #agriculture #tech

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

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

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: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #gio #digitalmarketing

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

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: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #socialbusiness #LetsTalkAboutTech

Our host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Rudolf Kinsky, Managing Director at Kinsky Capital Management GmbH, who looks back at a remarkable 45-year journey in Private Equity and Venture Capital. Together, Berthold and Rudolf discuss his international career path, the findings of former European Central Bank President Mario Draghi’s study, the issues of regulation stifling innovation in Europe, most influential technologies, the need of a capital market's concept and the lack of political understanding when it comes to business and its impact on legislation.   Guest Speaker: Dr. Rudolf Kinsky ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-kinsky-635b17/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Kinsky Capital: http://www.kinskycapital.com   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #LetsTalkAboutTech

Host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Fabian Knirsch, CEO & Co-Founder of sproof, to talk about the world of digital signatures. They explore the critical differences between qualified and unqualified signatures, shedding light on what makes each unique and why it matters. Fabian also shares the unique selling proposition (USP) of sproof, explaining how they're revolutionizing the way we think about secure digital transactions, the concept of the "Fast Lane" and much more.   Guest Speaker: Fabian Knirsch ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabian-knirsch/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   sproof: https://www.sproof.io/en   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #digitalsignature #startup

In this edition of "Let's Talk About Tech", host Berthold Baurek-Karlic is joined by Martin Granig, the visionary CEO & Co-Founder of Monkee, an app that's revolutionizing the way we save. Monkee introduces a fresh concept: Save Now, Buy Later, empowering users to build savings efficiently while accessing "FutureBoost" – a unique feature where your savings grow with every purchase from Monkee's partner network. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the next generation of saving!   Guest Speaker: Martin Granig ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-granig-52775054/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Monkee: https://monkee.rocks/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #savenowbuylater #startup

Host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Barbara Sladek, the visionary founder of Biome Diagnostics, to explore the fascinating world of gut health and microbiome science. Barbara shares the inspiring story behind Biome Diagnostics, her cutting-edge startup that's revolutionizing the way we understand and interact with our gut microbiome. After years of research and development, BiomeDx® has launched its first diagnostic tool in early 2022. BiomeOne® is the world’s first stool-based prediction test for immunotherapy (ICI) response. Learn about the groundbreaking technology and data-driven approaches her team uses to unlock the secrets of the microbiome and its profound impact on our overall health.   Guest Speaker: Barbara Sladek ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-sladek/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045   Biome Diagostics: https://www.biome-dx.com/ MyBioma : https://mybioma.com/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #microbiome #startup

In this exciting episode, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with Bernhard Wenger, Head of Northern Europe at 21shares, to dive into the fascinating world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. From going to London to study and experience financial markets to becoming the Head of Northern Europe at 21Shares, Bernhard has amassed vast experience in the field. For the first time in his career, he feels that he is early in a transformative industry where exciting developments take place. Episode highlights comprise the impact of Bitcoin Spot ETFs, 21Shares and their product strategy, Crypto Regulation, Tokenization, and much more. NO INVESTMENT ADVICE Guest Speaker: Bernhard Wenger ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernhard-wenger-43a87a15/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ / https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   21Shares: https://www.21shares.com/en-eu   Venionaire Web3 Fund: https://www.venionaire.com/funds/venionaireweb3/    Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #crypto #bitcoin

In this episode, our moderator Berthold Baurek Karlic is welcoming Jacqueline Luther-Bichler as our special guest. Jacqueline is an esteemed attorney at law at STADLER VÖLKEL, specializing in marketing law, competition, and intellectual property (IP) law. Join us as Jacqueline shares her fascinating career journey and the path that led her to become an expert in the legal field. She delves into the critical legal aspects that startups need to be aware of and also offers her insights into the latest developments in the legal landscape, focusing on the European Union's regulation regarding artificial intelligence. Guest: Jacqueline Luther-Bichler ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-luther-bichler-394a18153/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/ STADLER VÖLKEL: https://sv.law/ Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #marketing

Our host, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, sits down with Patrik Cesky, Managing Director at aws Gründungsfonds, to delve into his impressive career journey. From his beginnings as an Investment Manager at ARAX Capital Partners to stepping into the role of Interim CEO at one of their portfolio companies, Patrik's path is filled with valuable insights and experiences. In this episode, Patrik and Berthold discuss Patrik's career progression and key milestones, the benefits of hands-on startup experience, the unique blend of startup and venture capital expertise and much more! Guest: Patrik Cesky ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrikcesky/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/  aws Gründungsfonds: https://www.aws.at/foerderbaum/venture-capital-fonds-aws-gruendungsfonds-ii/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #venturecapital

In this installment of Let's Talk About Tech, we sit down with Dusica H. Lukac, Managing Partner of DL Capital Partners. With a profound affinity for deep tech, Dusica shares her remarkable journey from the world of investment banking to becoming an angel investor to becoming Managing Partner of DL Capital Partners that focuses on exit strategies. Discover how Dusica bridges the knowledge gap of founders, implements individual improvements, and facilitates seamless transactions, offering a multi-layered perspective that is invaluable for any tech entrepreneur.   Guest: Dusica H. Lukac ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dusicalukac/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    DL Capital Partners: https://www.dl-capitalpartners.com/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #exitstrategy

In this episode, we are joined by Benjamin Ruschin, Managing Partner at Big Cheese Ventures. Discover how Benjamin carved his way to success in the tech industry and what led him to become a Managing Partner at Big Cheese Ventures. He takes us through the founding and growth of WeAreDevelopers, the one common problem that startups face and people's resentment that can arise when companies begin making revenue.   Guest: Benjamin Ruschin ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benruschin/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Big Cheese Ventures: https://www.bigcheese.io/   Benjamin will be a speaker at the 10th Edition of the World Venture Forum! If you want to join at the last minute, get your ticket here: https://worldventureforum.info/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #sales

In this episode, our host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with the dynamic Kambis Kohansal Vajargah, Head of Startup Services and Deputy Head of Founder Services at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber. Join us as we delve into Kambis' inspiring journey from startup founder to influential political ecosystem shaper. Furthermore, we explore the emergence of the Austrian Startup Hub as a hidden champion among global startup ecosystems and key developments and milestones in Austria's Startup and Investment Ecosystem.   Guest: Kambis Kohansal Vajargah ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kambis-kohansal-vajargah/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/   Austrian Federal Economic Chamber: https://www.wko.at/austrian-economic-chambers   World Venture Forum - 10th Anniversary: https://worldventureforum.info/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #austria

Welcome to another episode of Venionaire Capital's podcast, Let's Talk About Tech! In this episode, we are joined by Dusan Todorovic, the Lead Program Manager of the aws i2 Business Angels Program. During the conversation, Dusan and our host, CEO of Venionaire Capital Berthold Baurek-Karlic, dive deep into the current venture capital market situation, exploring trends, challenges, and opportunities for both start-ups and investors, especially in Austria. They also discuss the exciting upcoming 10th anniversary of the World Venture Forum, highlighting its significance and impact over the past decade.   Guest: Dusan Todorovic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dusan-t/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    aws i2 Business Angels: https://www.aws.at/aws-i2-business-angels/   World Venture Forum: https://worldventureforum.info/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venionaire/ - Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/venionaire/ - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #investing

In this installment, host Berthold Baurek-Karlic sits down with the dynamic Beatrice Schobesberger, former Head of Private Banking at Erste Bank, current financial education coach for women, and influential supervisory and foundation board member. Beatrice brings her extensive experience in private banking to the table, sharing insights from her remarkable career journey. She delves into the evolving landscape of finance, addressing critical topics such as gender and generational dynamics within the industry. As the host of her own podcast "Moneyküre," Beatrice is passionate about empowering women through financial education and investment strategies, and she discusses her mission to bridge the financial literacy gap.   Guest: Beatrice Schobesberger ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatrice-schobesberger-42bb1240/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    Moneyküre: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lmEs6GgNOdKswIEO29t10   World Venture Forum - 10th Anniversary: https://worldventureforum.info/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook:   / venionaire   - Linkedin :   / venionaire   - Website: https://www.venionaire.com   #podcast #finance #women 

Join our host, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, as he sits down with Daniel Cronin, Co-Founder and Board Member of Austrian Startups, to uncover the remarkable story of his transformation from a young marketer with immense stage anxiety to becoming the renowned Pitch Professor for startup pitches. Guest: Daniel Cronin ⤵️ - Website: https://www.daniel-cronin.com/ - Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/ @DanielCroninThePitchProfessor  - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cronindaniel/   Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    World Venture Forum - 10 Year Anniversary: https://worldventureforum.info/   Venionaire Capital: - Facebook: www.facebook.com/venionairecapital - Linkedin : www.linkedin.com/venionairecapital - Website: www.venionaire.com   #podcast #startup #pitching

In this insightful interview, Berthold Baurek-Karlic, CEO of Venionaire Capital, sits down with Johannes Pracher, leader of Startrampe, the innovation initiative by Allgemeine Sparkasse Upper Austria. Together, they delve into Johannes's background and Upper Austria's emergence as a prominent startup hub. The conversation covers the unique opportunities provided by Startrampe, which enables startups from around the globe to thrive in an innovative and supportive environment. Johannes further shares his perspective on what needs to evolve in the startup ecosystem to nurture and accelerate the growth of new ventures. Tune in to learn more about how Startrampe is making strides in fostering entrepreneurial success and what the future holds for the vibrant startup community in Upper Austria!   Guest: Johannes Pracher ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannespracher/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    Startrampe: https://www.sparkasse.at/oberoesterreich/startrampe World Venture Forum - 10th Anniversary: https://worldventureforum.info/   Social & Website Facebook: www.facebook.com/venionairecapital LinkedIn : www.linkedin.com/venionairecapital Website: www.venionaire.com   #startup #podcast #technology

In this episode, Harry Foster. Head of Growth at Homeppl and our CEO Berthold Baurek-Karlic dive into Homeppl's journey and their innovative approach to combating document fraud. Discover the software behind analyzing documents for fraud detection and Homeppl's powerful tool, Fraud Finder.   Guest: Harry Foster ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/digital-marketing-and-seo/ Moderator: Berthold Baurek-Karlic ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/berthold-baurek-karlic-30228045/    Homeppl: https://www.linkedin.com/company/homeppl/ [SPRING SPECIAL VIP TICKETS] World Venture Forum - 10th Anniversary: https://www.eventbrite.at/e/world-venture-forum-2024-10-year-anniversary-tickets-667406329297?aff=oddtdtcreator   #podcast #startup #technology