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Fueling startups with smart engineering

In this episode, Stephan delves into strategies for optimising engineering productivity while keeping technical debt in check. He emphasises the importance of fostering collaboration between product and engineering, maintaining a focus on business value, and using key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
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Jumpstarting the data engine for startups

In the fast-paced world of startups, navigating the complexities of data management is critical, yet often misunderstood. Emmanuel Martin-Chave, VP of Data at BlaBlaCar and Operating Partner at Samaipata, brings a wealth of experience in scaling data strategies for high-growth companies. With a background that includes leading data teams at BlaBlaCar and contributing to the development of data-driven cultures across various organisations, Emmanuel is well-versed in the challenges and opportunities that data presents to startups.
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Leveraging the power of PR for startup growth

In the competitive landscape of entrepreneurship, the strategic deployment of public relations is essential for standing out from the crowd. Nadini Sathiyarajan, a communications expert and Operating Partner at Samaipata, brings a robust background from her leadership roles at companies like Spotify and Qonto, and is currently the Global Communications Lead at Sorare—a blockchain-based fantasy sports platform that has raised over $700M. 
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Mastering the art of Sales at early-stage startups

In the competitive landscape of entrepreneurship, understanding the nuances of enterprise sales is crucial for the survival and growth of early-stage startups. Paulo Rodriguez, Head of International at Vanta, brings a background including pivotal roles as a B2B Sales Director at Dropbox and an Enterprise Sales Engineer at Google. His extensive experience bridges the gap between technical expertise and strategic sales execution.
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Scaling up: Insights from a Product Expert, with Laura Rueda

Laura Rueda, Principal PM Manager at Microsoft and a valued Operating Partner at Samaipata, has shaped product strategies at Typeform, Guidewire Software, Solera Global, and Datacite. In Madrid, she stands as a North Star for startups, guiding them through the complexities of product-led growth.
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Think more critically about the role of AI in your startup, with Julien Simon

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