Matthias Schaefer’s Post

🚀 Exciting News: The First Cohort of the Ethel Cofie Innovation/Intrapreneur Program is Now Live! 🌟 As we embark on this innovative journey, let's look at the diverse professional backgrounds of our first cohort. We're thrilled to have participants from various key roles, including: -Business Development Manager -Managing Director -Founders -COO -Consultant This diversity enriches the learning experience, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and strategies. 📩 Didn't Get Your Email? If you're enrolled but haven't received your welcome email, please check your junk mail. 🔗 Join the Waitlist: Missed this cohort? No worries! You can join the waitlist for the next session. Stay tuned for more enriching experiences and transformative learning. https://lnkd.in/d3JW9G3P Let’s innovate and transform together! #EthelCofieInnovation #Intrapreneurship #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth

Here is a new paper from me and my coauthors in the Journal of High Tech Management Research. When I was working on it, I had very little idea how important high quality board governance would become to my day-to-day working life in 2023 and going forward. The moderating role of efficacious board leadership in high tech startups

🥁 It’s time for a big drum roll… we are excited to announce First Close Partners as the recipient of NVCA’s 2024 #DEI Impact Award! This award, chosen in collaboration with Venture Forward, recognizes an individual, organization, or firm who has made a significant impact toward advancing a more #diverse, #equitable, and #inclusive (#DEI) #venture ecosystem.    First Close Partners has established itself as an important community and capital source to underrepresented managers. It has made LP commitments to over 100 VC funds, as part of its investment thesis that both seasoned and emerging underrepresented managers have the potential to deliver outsize returns.   First Close Partner’s industry leadership, as well as its support of Venture Forward programs, exemplifies the spirit of the DEI Impact Award, and we are proud to recognize its efforts in driving positive change within the industry. 🤲   Register now to help honor First Close Partners for its role in creating a more inclusive VC ecosystem. ⬇   https://lnkd.in/gRBbtR6d   #VCAwards #diversity #leadership

The entrepreneurial journey is rarely smooth sailing. As CEO of a digital design agency, I've faced my fair share of setbacks and challenges. From economic downturns to unexpected hurdles, each obstacle has tested our resilience and determination. Yet, it's during these moments of adversity that true leadership shines. By staying agile, adapting to change, and rallying our team around a shared vision, we're not just overcoming challenges; we're emerging stronger, more resilient, and more determined than ever to make an impact in the digital design landscape. 💪🏼💼 #resilientleadership #mentorship #techstars #anoda #ceocoach

🚀 Exciting News: The First Cohort of the Ethel Cofie Innovation/Intrapreneur Program is Now Live! 🌟 As we embark on this innovative journey, let's look at the diverse professional backgrounds of our first cohort. We're thrilled to have participants from various key roles, including: -Business Development Manager -Managing Director -Founders -COO -Consultant This diversity enriches the learning experience, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and strategies. 📩 Didn't Get Your Email? If you're enrolled but haven't received your welcome email, please check your junk mail. 🔗 Join the Waitlist: Missed this cohort? No worries! You can join the waitlist for the next session. Stay tuned for more enriching experiences and transformative learning. https://lnkd.in/d3JW9G3P Let’s innovate and transform together! #EthelCofieInnovation #Intrapreneurship #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth

🚀 Exciting News: The First Cohort of the Ethel Cofie Innovation/Intrapreneur Program is Now Live! 🌟 As we embark on this innovative journey, let's look at the diverse professional backgrounds of our first cohort. We're thrilled to have participants from various key roles, including: -Business Development Manager -Managing Director -Founders -COO -Consultant This diversity enriches the learning experience, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and strategies. 📩 Didn't Get Your Email? If you're enrolled but haven't received your welcome email, please check your junk mail. 🔗 Join the Waitlist: Missed this cohort? No worries! You can join the waitlist for the next session. Stay tuned for more enriching experiences and transformative learning. https://lnkd.in/d3JW9G3P Let’s innovate and transform together! #EthelCofieInnovation #Intrapreneurship #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth

🚀 Exciting News: The First Cohort of the Ethel Cofie Innovation/Intrapreneur Program is Now Live! 🌟 As we embark on this innovative journey, let's look at the diverse professional backgrounds of our first cohort. We're thrilled to have participants from various key roles, including: -Business Development Manager -Managing Director -Founders -COO -Consultant This diversity enriches the learning experience, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and strategies. 📩 Didn't Get Your Email? If you're enrolled but haven't received your welcome email, please check your junk mail. 🔗 Join the Waitlist: Missed this cohort? No worries! You can join the waitlist for the next session. Stay tuned for more enriching experiences and transformative learning. https://lnkd.in/d3JW9G3P Let’s innovate and transform together! #EthelCofieInnovation #Intrapreneurship #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth

Thinking about your 2024 growth goals? How about joining a community of scaleup leaders where you can do peer coaching (so you get coached and practice coaching), share notes and Q&A on a dedicated forum, and meet the peers that will drive your career forward? https://lnkd.in/e-WRY2FY

Our team embraced an invigorating challenge aimed at assessing our capabilities in teamwork and innovation. In Mark Twain's words, “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” And start we did, with enthusiasm and determination! 💪 #OperationsTeamChallenge #TeamChallenge #OperationsExcellence #SystechTeam #Collaboration #PensionInnovation #TechInnovation #FundMaster #SoftwareDevelopment #AfricaTech

To achieve extraordinary outcomes, we believe in chasing extraordinary inputs. That's why at Rokt’s GKO in Sydney last week we curated a stellar lineup of world-leading Founders and Funders who graciously shared their insights and experiences on what it takes to not only get ahead but stay ahead. Check out this powerhouse lineup: Canva Co-founder Cliff Obrecht, SEEK and SquarePeg Co-founder Paul Bassat, GuzmanYGomez founder Steven Marks, Atlassian Co-founder Scott Farquhar (via video), Culture Amp founder Didier Elzinga, TDM co-founder and Rokt Board member Tom Cowan, Braze founder and Rokt Board member Bill Magnuson, and Rokt's very own founder and CEO Bruce Buchanan. The combined market cap of the businesses these leaders have founded or funded surpasses an impressive USD $100 billion, solidifying them as unquestionably among Australia's most successful business leaders in the last two decades. However, what truly made the discussions impactful for the audience was the real, relatable and down-to-earth nature of their presence. Some of the key takeaways that resonated for me were: Never Judge a Book by Its Cover: Where you start doesn't determine where you'll finish 🙌 Challenge Accelerates Growth: Our greatest growth often emerges from our darkest days, and success is frequently preceded by some form of pain or agitation to overcome 💥 Imposter Syndrome is Everywhere: It does not discriminate. Acknowledging this fact becomes a powerful source of motivation to confront and overcome it 🕶 💥 High Performance Isn't for Everyone: Doing things no one has done before is hard. Leaders in these environments are continually seeking new ways to improve themselves. It's a never-ending journey, but the best never want it to end 🧠 An invaluable reminder that success stories are often crafted through perseverance, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. #ROKTGKOHighlights #Highperformance