All Episodes
Episode #26 -“Increasing operational efficiency for brokers with technology” Helen Burke, Founder and CEO of Teambase Ireland
Welcome to the new episode of Innovation Odyssey, with Helen Burke, Founder and CEO of Teambase Ireland, a company transforming the insurance industry through smart, human-focused technology. With over a decade of experience working in the Middle East and a background in tech, Helen shares how she’s on a mission to make insurance brokers’ lives …
Episode #25 -“Using technology and data to re-define the short-term rental insurance market” Andrew Bate, CEO and founder of Safely
Welcome to another chapter of Innovation Odyssey, where Renu explores Andrew Bate’s insights in his insurance journey. Andrew is the CEO and Co-founder of Safely, a company that’s redefining trust in the short-term rental market through data, technology and insurance.With a background spanning McKinsey, London Business School, and years of entrepreneurial experience, Andrew shares how …
Episode #24 – “I connect dots between verticals” Kenny Estes, Chief Geek at 42Geeks, Founder & CEO of Diffuse Inc.
Buckle up for another insightful ride on Innovation Odyssey, where Renu interviews Kenny Estes, Chief Geek at 42Geeks, Founder & CEO of Diffuse Inc., and a self-described “serial boutique fund manager.” Kenny shares his eclectic journey—from high-frequency trading to founding multiple venture and hedge funds – to now curating global trips that bring ambitious tech leaders together to …
Episode #23 – “Enabling insurers to build, design and operate parametric insurance on scale”. Thomas Krapf Co-founder and CEO of Riskwolf
In this episode of Innovation Odyssey, Renu talks to Thomas Krapf, co-founder and CEO of Riskwolf, a technology company revolutionizing parametric insurance. With 25 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry, Thomas shares his journey of building a platform that enables insurers to design, scale, and operate parametric insurance solutions worldwide. He also …
Episode #22 – “On a mission to help people gain more autonomy of their dreams” Emporia Meng, Co-Founder and CEO EMPI DREAM & Managing Director of Sense of Agency
In this episode of Innovation Odyssey Renu interviews Emporia Meng, co-founder of EMPI DREAM, and Managing Director of Sense of Agency, two ventures transforming how people engage with their subconscious and brands, respectively. Emporia shares her journey from growing up in Malaysia and China to co-creating EMPI DREAM, a platform that uses AI to help …
Episode #21 – “AI will lead to a whole lot of new businesses to be started” Nick McEvily, Serial Founder and Fractional Product Leader
In this episode of Innovation Odyssey, host Renu has a conversation with Nick McEvily, serial founder and fractional product leader, as he shares his journey from New York to Mexico City, navigating diverse business landscapes. Nick dives into his expertise in human-centric design and his approach to quickly testing new product ideas across markets. He …
Common thread among global entrepreneurs
Read more
Episode #20 – “AI-powered, astrology-based matchmaking app” Panya Chheng, Founder & CEO of Starra
In this special winter episode of Innovation Odyssey, Renu talks to Panya Chheng, the innovative founder and CEO of Starra, an AI-powered astrology-based matchmaking app. Panya shares his journey from building health tech solutions with Medyear to creating Starra, which uniquely combines astrology with technology to foster meaningful and fulfilling relationships. He also opens up …
Episode #19 – “Seasons of entrepreneurship” Michael John Magdongon, NED & Former CEO, Strabo Financial
In this episode of Innovation Odyssey, host Renu interviews Michael Magdongon, a serial entrepreneur who shares insights also on his newest startup Crosstide, which helps startups jumpstart their business by connecting them to grants and loans from Malta. He also talks about his earlier venture Strabo, a FinTech platform designed to help expats and global citizens manage …
What is the Innovation Odyssey Podcast?
Read moreSeason One Episodes
In the first season, Renu & Michael Waitze interviewed European & US entrepreneurs on the topic of diversity in innovation. Diversity goes beyond gender to include all those who do not belong to mainstream, and innovation is propelled when diverse topics and individuals come into the picture. The 22 episodes of Innovation Undercover walk the listeners through the unique journey of these game-changers.
Listen to season one