ScaleUp & Up Infobip

In this episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation with David Heinemeier Hansson, also known as DHH. As the creator of Ruby on Rails and co-founder of Basecamp, DHH shares insights on prioritizing profitability over investments, challenging mainstream business models, and the importance of building trust through admitting mistakes.
Join us as we explore the keys to success for scale-up founders, the significance of effective communication, and the potential for affordable products in a subscription-dominated industry.
Don't miss out on this engaging discussion that delves into the core skills needed for entrepreneurship, the power of writing as a communication tool, and the excitement of venturing into the unknown in the world of business.
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Mario Ancic, a former professional tennis player known for his Wimbledon appearances and Davis Cup victory in 2005 with Croatia's national team, has transitioned from the tennis court to Wall Street. Currently serving as Vice President at One Equity Partners, Ancic's journey from sports to finance was discussed in the third episode of the ScaleUp & Up podcast.
In the new episode, Ancic delved into his upbringing in Croatia, highlighting the support he received from his family in both sports and academics. He shared insights into the parallels between his experiences as a professional athlete and his subsequent career in finance, drawing from lessons learned on the court. Additionally, he discussed his education at Columbia University and the trajectory of his finance career, providing context to his current role at One Equity Partners.
Furthermore, the conversation explored Ancic's involvement in supporting businesses like Infobip, shedding light on Croatia's emerging status as a hub for innovative startups in Southeastern Europe. Ancic emphasized the importance of technical expertise in entrepreneurship and discussed the dynamics of investor-founder relationships, underlining the significance of personal connections and mutual commitment to creating value in the investment landscape.

Ivan Ostojic, Chief Business Officer at Infobip, has been immersed in science and technology since childhood. In the second episode of ScaleUp & Up podcast, Ivan discusses his journey from a fascination with technology and molecular biology to becoming a pivotal figure in the tech industry as a "business translator."
His academic pursuits include a doctorate in natural sciences from the University of Basel and a Master’s degree in management, technology, and economics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. These studies melded his background in biomedicine with a keen understanding of emerging technology trends, ultimately leading to leadership roles at McKinsey & Company, where he co-founded and co-led the Global Technology Council.
Ivan emphasizes the significance of grasping both technological and business aspects to drive innovation. He underscores the role of business translators in bridging the gap between technical expertise and business impact, advocating for asking the right questions, iterating on insights, and integrating technical advancements to achieve business objectives. 
Additionally, he sheds light on the CPaaS industry's current state, particularly the emergence of conversational apps and the transformative potential of the conversational era. He elaborates on how businesses can harness these solutions to enhance customer experiences, stressing the importance of true omnichannel communication and the evolving role of AI in consumer interactions.

In the first episode of ScaleUp & Up podcast, we talked with our very own Silvio Kutic, CEO and founder of Infobip - Croatia's first ever tech unicorn.
Silvio gave us an insight into what made him quit his first job after just a couple of hours and pursue his passion for developing communication technologies which later turned into the creation of Infobip - a billion-dollar company and one of the leaders in the CPaaS industry which is actively working with WhatsApp and Uber.
We talked with Silvio about the early days of the company, what it's like to work with a family member and why the company chose to build their first campus in the same village where the company is founded. He shared with us how Infobip scaled its services to millions of end users, as well as his views on the future of SMS, WhatsApp, Message and RCS, as well as AI which is rapidly changing the landspace of communications.