In this episode, Cris Grossmann, the Co-founder and CEO of Beekeeper, talks about the challenges faced by frontline workers and how Beekeeper aims to empower them.
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Beekeeper has raised a total of about €150 million in funding so far. In the EU-Startups Podcast, Cris shares his story from chemical engineering and experience in the pharmaceutical industry to starting Beekeeper.
Cris also talks about the lessons he learned and the challenges he faced while building Beekeeper. He emphasizes the importance of technology in enhancing frontline work experiences while maintaining a human-centric approach. Outside of work, Cris is passionate about sports and spending time with his baby daughter.
Video Version of Episode 54
Audio Version of Episode 54
Takeaways
1. Entrepreneurs should be prepared to pivot and let go of ideas that are not working, while staying focused on solving the problem.
2. Artificial Intelligence will transform the workplace experiences of frontline employees by providing data and insights to improve communication.
3. Maintaining a human-centric approach is crucial in integrating technology solutions for frontline workers.