Talks with Petri

Jaakko Villa talks about co-founding a successful growth company Idean and running it for many years but what happens when the co-founders part ways and his legacy is nowhere to be seen anymore. We also cover how to transform from direct sales to digital sales processes and what is an ethical design agency.

See the episode notes and transcript: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/founder-non-grata/...

Mikko Hypponen talks about how to protect your company against security threats, why ransomware is so common, the future of cyberwars and why you should trust the cloud. He also reveals how he crashed his customer's brand new car.

See the episode notes and transcript: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/if-its-smart-its-vulnerable/.

Guest bio

Mikko Hypponen is a global security expert. He has worked at F-Secure since 1991.

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Ville Virtanen talks about what happens when you are hit by Sandstorm and how to cope with expectations, success and stay relevant over time. This episode is totally out of control so just feel the vibe and tune in.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/darude/.

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Famed for the global platinum-selling smash ‘Sandstorm’, Darude is recognised as one of the most influential artists to emerge from the dance scene...

Sami Benchekroun talks about the three phases of startup growth from bootstrapping to scaling and raising over €20m in funding. We discuss the role of mentorship and finding the right type of investors but also some French puns are involved.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/sami/.

Guest bio

Sami Benchekroun is the Co-Founder and CEO of Morressier, the virtual conference provider and platform for the scientific community...

Hans-Peter “Hape” Siefen talks about building an international brand with a loyal customer base, the role of marketing and sales in organic growth and how Jim Collins has shaped their company. He also reveals some amazing moments with Jack Welch and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/hape/.

Guest bio

Hape is a sales boy who turned into an entrepreneur...

Amir Nashat talks about working with stellar people, how curiosity leads you to amazing results, and what is exciting in the biotech field. He also reveals how he met his childhood hero.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/amir/.

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Amir Nashat is a managing partner in Polaris’ Boston office. He joined Polaris in 2002 and focuses on investments in healthcare...

Pierre Stanislas talks about finding opportunities in unexpected places, how to become insurtech leader and make waves with side projects. He also shares insights into the future of Clubdeck and web3 audio platforms.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/pierre. 

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Pierre Stanislas is the CEO & co-founder of Wilow, and a co-founder of Clubdeck...

Multitalented artist Younee talks about her journey of self-discovery and rebellion in building a successful international career with many levels of accomplishments and renewal after prodigious domestic stardom in Korea. She also reveals how to push your limits and be  vulnerable in front of a live audience.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/younee...

Niels Bosma talks about doing marketing with a technical background, automating your workflows and what happens when friends become co-founders in the same company.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/niels.

Guest bio

Niels Bosma is a passionate growth hacker, product developer and angel investor. He builds growth engines.

His latest venture is Filestar that is revolutionising how people work with their files...

Ukrainian startup founder Alyona Mysko talks about how to prepare and manage during the crisis, the role of individuals in society, and the reality of solopreneurship. She also reveals recruitment tips, and what to do in Moscow.

See the episode notes: https://www.talkswithpetri.com/alyona.

Guest bio

Alyona Mysko is the founder and CEO of Fuelfinance. She has worked in finance for more than 10 years, being an expert in financial planning and risk management...