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Simon Schnieders is an entrepreneur, SEO expert, investor, advisor, and mentor for businesses across various verticals. He is the Founder and CEO of Blue Array, UK's most popular & largest specialist SEO agency, a B Corp offering a unique approach 'consulgency®' services (a hybrid of consultancy & agency). Clients include startups, scale-ups and incumbents such as Simply Business, RAC, Funding Circle, Floom & many more.

Simon Schneiders Interview Questions

00:00 - 04:00 Introduction
04:01 - 07:14 Simon's background
07:15 - 11:09 Dealing with personal challenges
11:10 - 17:35 Simon's journey into the world of SEO
17:36 - 20:08 Working with big brands establishing Blue Array
20:09 - 27:11 What is Blue Array's vision for the SEO industry?
27:12 - 36:43 The SEO industry in the current age of AI
36:44 - 42:20 Work done by Blue Array in the field of SEO education
42:21 - 46:33 The concept of consulgency
46:34 - 55:18 How Blue Array leverages AI
55:19 - 59:22 Simon as an angel investor and mentor
59:23 - 01:01:20 Closure

Simon Schneiders Biography

Simon Schnieders is an entrepreneur, SEO expert, investor, advisor, and mentor for businesses across various verticals. He is the Founder and CEO of Blue Array, UK's most popular & largest specialist SEO agency, a B Corp offering a unique approach 'consulgency®' services (a hybrid of consultancy & agency). Clients include startups, scale-ups and incumbents such as Simply Business, RAC, Funding Circle, Floom & many more.

Blue Array also published the Amazon best selling Mastering In-House SEO series, compiling contributions from 26 leading in-house SEO experts on topics ranging from successful case studies, getting tactics and strategy implemented, community building, and much more. Some of the events organised by Blue Array include ReadingSEO & LondonSEOMeetup, the capital's largest monthly SEO meetup. The agency also provides e-learning via the Blue Array Academy, an SEO training course with certification.

As an SEO expert, Simon has led in-house SEO teams at major companies like Zoopla, Mail Online, European Directories, and Yell.com.

Simon is also an angel investor and advisor to companies like ClickMechanic.com, Baked In, SonicJobs, and SafeBuy. He mentors at startup accelerators, including 500 Startups, MassChallenge UK, Wayra, Techhub, and Mayor’s International Business Programme, which is designed to fit very specific international growth ambitions to fast-growing, post-revenue companies in London.

Simon is a BSc in Business and Computing from University of Surrey. Outside of work, he serves as the Trustee of the homeless charity "New Beginnings" in Reading, UK. The organisation is dedicated to the prevention and relief of poverty and financial hardship.

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Anastasia Bondar is the Deputy Minister for Digital Development at the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine. Anastasia became the Deputy Minister in 2021, and at her current role, she is responsible for shaping and implementing state policies of the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy in the areas of digitalization, digital development, digital innovations and informatization in the fields of culture, state language policy, information sovereignty and information security.

Anastasia Bondar Interview Questions

00:00 – 03:46 Introduction
03:43 – 08:30 Professional background
08:31 – 17:21 Anastasia’s shift to government roles
17:22 – 20:05 The unique cultural DNA of Ukraine
20:06 – 28:32 Ukraine bridges the cultural legacy and digital transformation across sectors
28:33 – 31:57 The Ukrainian vision for 2024
31:58 – 41:09 Digitalisation of culture for an integrative and collaborative society
41:10 – 45:20 Cultural projects and initiatives in Ukraine
45:21 – 49:14 Tech initiatives in Ukraine to foster international relationships
49:15 – 51:13 Closure

Anastasia Bondar Biography

Anastasia Bondar, born on May 16, 1981, in Kyiv, is a seasoned professional in the field of digital development, digital transformations, and digitalization. She holds a master's degree in international relations from the Institute of International Relations of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, obtained in 2003.

Anastasia has over 15 years of extensive experience working for both Ukrainian and foreign telecom corporations and investment companies. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in foreign economic activities, business development support, marketing, and operational management.

From 2019 to 2021, she served as the deputy head of the Odesa Regional State Administration for Digital Development. Following this, she assumed the role of Deputy Minister for Digital Development, Digital Transformations, and Digitalization at the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine starting from August 26, 2021.

As part of her activities, she coordinates the efforts of the Ministry of Culture, responsible for shaping and implementing state policies in the fields of culture, state language policy, promoting Ukraine worldwide, state foreign-language broadcasting, information sovereignty of Ukraine (in terms of managing the integral property complex of the Ukrainian National Information Agency “Ukrinform”), information security, among others.

Anastasia Bondar's educational background includes a master's degree in International Relations from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, obtained between 1998 and 2003.

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Chris J. Davis is a technologist and entrepreneur, YouTuber, Designer, Technologist, Writer, Producer & Musician. Chris is the CTO and Co-Founder of Film.io, a decentralised entertainment ecosystem that is democratising the filmmaking and TV industries using DeFi and other blockchain technology. Film.io empowers fans with more influence in the creative process, creators with key access to resources, and investors with more meaningful data. He is also Co-Founder and CTO at Ingredient X, inc.

Chris J. Davis Interview Questions

00:00 – 04:02 Introduction
04:03 – 09:12 Chris’s Background, inspirations and motivations
09:13 – 17:39 Working at the intersection of technology and art
17:40 – 25:30 Managing between the creative, software development, and business roles
25:31 – 37:59 Managing IP and digitalising film making
38:00 – 50:48 A user’s journey through Film.io
50:49 – 01:05:13 How does Film.io build a sustainable community
01:05:14 – 01:08:04 Closure

Chris J. Davis Biography

Chris J. Davis is a technologist and entrepreneur, YouTuber, Designer, Technologist, Writer, Producer & Musician. Chris is the CTO and Co-Founder of Film.io, a decentralised entertainment ecosystem that is democratising the filmmaking and TV industries using DeFi and other blockchain technology. Film.io empowers fans with more influence in the creative process, creators with key access to resources, and investors with more meaningful data. He is also Co-Founder and CTO at Ingredient X, inc.

The platform transforms today’s “Hollywood system” onto the blockchain, where fans, by participating before movies are made, have a voice in rating, reviewing and green-lighting the future of entertainment, developing an innovative metric that pre-validates the potential for a project’s success for creators, studios, networks and investors with transparency and fairness.

Chris is a versatile professional with over two decades of experience in design and engineering. Starting his academic journey in Art, Media Communications, and English at Asbury University, he later explored Music at the University of Louisville.

A pioneer in the early days of WordPress, Chris made significant contributions to its development, creating the first admin dashboard and theme system. His innovations extended beyond WordPress, making him an active member of the Infrastructure team for the Apache Software Foundation.

Chris has also played a vital role in various startups, collaborating with tech giants like Janus Friis. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer of Ingredient X, he focuses on cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, decentralised finance, and non-fungible tokens.
 
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Daryn Smith is the CEO of Huble, a CRM and creative marketing consultancy that supports large and mid-market enterprises with the expertise to implement and augment HubSpot, as well as develop and execute creative marketing, sales strategy and websites.

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00:00 – 03:13 Intro
03:14 – 08:03 Daryn’s background: Motivations and inspirations
08:04 – 13:13 From software development to entrepreneurial trajectory
13:14 – 18:38 How do we empower businesses with technology?
18:39 – 23:33 Facilitating digital transformation of businesses
23:34 – 28:17 Huble: Working and case studies
28:18 – 33:39 Working in the age of AI and digital tools
33:40 – 35:49 The use of AI: FOMO from business leaders
35:50 – 39:38 Creating a culture of innovation at Huble
39:39 – 43:08 Having and working with a global team at Huble
43:09 47:09 HubSpot CRM: Working, ecosystem, and trajectory
47:10 – 49:36 Some important lessons for digital transformation of businesses
49:37 – 50:49 Closure

Daryn Smith Biography

Daryn Smith has over 25 years of experience in the fields of computer science and marketing, having held key roles in multinationals like InMobi and Verizon Business.

He is currently the CEO of Creative Marketing Consultancy Huble. The story of Huble starts when Daryn co-founded MPULL in 2012, later merging it with B2B Marketing Lab to create Huble in 2020. Currently, as the Group Chief Executive at Huble Digital, Daryn oversees a team of 170+ professionals.

As an entrepreneur, he has founded other companies, like ‘On The Bench’ (2018), a multi-side platform for getting and providing support in real time within marketing platforms; and loadtheshow.com (Afro Canvas Media) (2006), the first ad funded music download website launched Worldwide.

Daryn holds a diploma in Brand Management from AAA School of Advertising, and in Web Development from Blue Chip Institute.

Beyond executive duties, Daryn shares insights through the Digital Surfing podcast, emphasising digital transformation and growth.

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Dr. Sobhi Tawil is the Director of the Future of Learning and Innovation team at UNESCO where he currently leads the Futures of Education initiative, a project that, looking towards 2050, envisions possible futures in which education shapes a better world. A prominent figure within Unesco, he has taken different roles within the organisation since 2002, always in the field of education.

A PhD in Education and Development from Graduate Institute for International and Development Studies in Geneva, Dr. Tawil brings about 30 years of experience in teaching, education policy analysis, research and program management.

Dr. Sobhi Tawil Biography

Dr. Sobhi Tawil is a renowned education professional with a distinguished career. A PhD in Education and Development from Graduate Institute for International and Development Studies in Geneva, Dr. Tawil brings about 30 years of experience in teaching, education policy analysis, research and program management.

Currently, he is the Director of the Future of Learning and Innovation team at UNESCO where he currently leads the Futures of Education initiative, a project that, looking towards 2050, envisions possible futures in which education shapes a better world. A prominent figure within Unesco, he has taken different roles within the organisation since 2002, always in the field of education.

He has worked with several institutions and organisations, including the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Graduate Institute for International and Development Studies (Geneva), as well as the Network for International Policies and Cooperation in Education and Training (NORRAG).

As a renowned academic, he is a widely published researcher on issues of education policy in relation to identity-based conflict, social cohesion, and citizenship. He is, for example, the author of books like ‘Education, Conflict and Social Cohesion’ (2004); ‘Education au Maroc: analyse du secteur’ (2010) and the technical report ‘Educational Destruction and Reconstruction in Disrupted Societies: Final report and case studies’ (1997), among others.

His latest work is a paper in the field of large-scale learning assessments. His publication, 'The Promise of Large-Scale Learning Assessments: Acknowledging Limits to Unlock Opportunities,' addresses the more contentious aspects of these standardised assessments.

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Brandon Donnelly is an innovator in technologies like AI, ML, AR, VR, and digital transformation. Brandon holds 11 patents, 4 trademarks, and over 40 transformative projects. He has been recognized as a Global Talent by two governments. Currently, Brandon Donnelly is the founder of Intellect Horizon, a free digital conference with top minds and institutions focused on the transformative capabilities of AI, XR, and Web3. Their upcoming event, Starshot Startups, is an opportunity for early stage entrepreneurs and investors alike.

Brandon Donnelly Interview Questions

00:00 – 03:49 Introduction
03:50 – 06:11 Brandon’s background
06:12 – 08:48 Brandon’s academic focus
08:49 – 13:00 Career Highlights
13:01 – 19:08 What is Intellect Horizon?
19:09 – 26:10 Major panels at the Intellect Horizon
26:11 – 32:56 The relationship between AI and academia
32:57 – 39:31 The philosophy and ethics in AI
39:32 - 42:13 How to engage and participate in Intellect Horizon
42:14 – 43:03 Closure

Brandon Donnelly Biography

Brandon Donnelly is the founder of Intellect Horizon, a forward-thinking company at the forefront of technological innovation. With a career spanning several years, Brandon has demonstrated his expertise in various aspects of the tech industry. He currently leads Intellect Horizon, where he has been driving innovation in AI, ML, AR, VR, and digital transformation since August 2023.

In addition to his role at Intellect Horizon, Brandon also contributes his insights and expertise as an Advisor at MyTechDev, a position he has held full-time since January 2023, accumulating 9 months of service.

Brandon's passion for creating scalable businesses and pioneering groundbreaking advancements is underscored by his impressive track record. He holds 11 patents and has secured 4 trademarks, all emblematic of his commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology. Throughout his career, Brandon has successfully completed over 40 transformative projects, solidifying his reputation as a driving force in the industry.

Brandon's global perspective is evident through his extensive involvement in multinational tech partnerships, showcasing his ability to navigate complex international collaborations. His contributions to the tech field have earned him recognition as a Global Talent by two different governments, a testament to his exceptional skills and impact.

With a background that includes a postgraduate diploma in Strategy and Innovation from the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School, as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Strategic Communication from Regent University, Brandon possesses a strong academic foundation to complement his practical experience.

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