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Summary
In this episode of the Breakthrough Moments podcast, host Harald Roine interviews Vidmantas Sokstinis, CEO and co-founder of Melp, a company revolutionizing employee benefits and engagement. They discuss Vidmantas's journey from the fitness industry to HR tech, the evolution of Melp's vision, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the current fundraising landscape. Vidmantas shares insights on the importance of building a strong co-founder relationship, the decision to outsource versus in-house development, and strategies for sustainable growth and geographic expansion.
Takeaways
* Melp aims to improve employee engagement and retention.
* Personalization in employee experience is crucial.
* The pandemic created unique challenges for startups.
* Fundraising has become more challenging post-pandemic.
* In-house teams often provide better product alignment.
* Complementary co-founders enhance business success.
* Understanding target markets is essential for expansion.
* Building a strong company culture is vital for growth.
* Upselling existing clients can drive revenue retention.
* Networking and sharing experiences are key to growth.
Links
Find Vidmantas on LinkedIn: / vidmantas-siugzdinis
Read more about MELP: melp.com/
Tags
#HRtech, #employeeengagement, #Melp, #VidmantasSokstinis, #startupjourney, #pandemicchallenges, #fundraising, #outsourcing, #cofounders, #businessgrowth