Preserving the Past in an AI-Accelerated World with Justin Rosenthal
The race toward technological advancement often leaves us disconnected from our shared heritage. In this thought-provoking conversation with Justin Rosenthal, we explore why museums and physical collections remain vital touchstones in our increasingly digital world. Justin shares his fascinating journey from childhood museum visits to pursuing classical studies and archaeology in college, where hands-on work with […]
From Banking Profitability to ScienceTech Innovation: An Investor’s Journey with Konstantin Schwarz
What drives an accomplished physicist with expertise in international banking to pivot toward healthcare, finance, and other science investments? For Konstantin Schwarz, of Nordvik Investments, the answer is refreshingly straightforward: profitability. In this revealing conversation, Schwartz explains how declining bank valuations following the 2008 financial crisis prompted him to shift his focus to more promising sectors, including […]
Beyond Products: How Fashion Brands Connect in a Changing World with Sharon Buntain and Ana Varava
The emotional connection between luxury brands and consumers has never been more critical than in today’s complex global marketplace. Sharon Buntain, who brings experience from iconic houses like Gucci and Montblanc, joins Ana Varava, former editor-in-chief of L’Officiel Ukraine and Austria, to explore how fashion brands are reimagining their activation strategies. What makes a luxury consumer choose one brand over […]
Navigating Healthcare Innovation with Agentic AI and Human Expertise
The worlds of healthcare and artificial intelligence (AI) are colliding in revolutionary ways. In this thought-provoking conversation, Alex Romanovich speaks with Isaac Chapa, CTO and co-founder of Simpl Healthcare, and Mihir Shah from NetWeb Software about how Agentic AI is transforming digital health platforms. We dive into the real-world implementation of AI in clinical settings […]
Bridging East and West: Thom Barnhardt on Central Europe’s Entrepreneurial Edge
Tom Barnhardt of CEE Business Media takes us on a fascinating journey from his roots in Charlotte, North Carolina to becoming a business builder in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). As the force behind Wolves Summit, he’s creating vital bridges between Central European startups and global markets while challenging conventional startup thinking. “Startup sounds too much […]
The Power of Private Equity: Unveiling the Positive Impact on Companies
Introduction Private equity (PE) firms have long been debated, with critics questioning their efficacy and impact on the companies they acquire. However, a recent analysis by Verdad Advisors and Mr. Rasmussen highlighted in this Financial Times Article: “Does private equity improve companies?” delves into this contentious issue, offering fresh insights that challenge prevailing perceptions. While critics have raised concerns […]
