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The Places We'll Go Marketing ShowFrom Uni Side Hustle to Startup Success – Roei SamuelHow do you turn a university side hustle into a successful startup? Roei Samuel, entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of Connectd, did exactly that.Starting with student trips and events, he went on to build Real Sport, a platform that scaled to 9 million users before being acquired. Now, as CEO & Co-Founder of Connectd, Roei helps startups secure funding, scale faster, and build stronger investor relationships.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The real steps to turning a side hustle into a business✅ How to attract investors and secure startup funding✅ The biggest mistakes fo...2025-03-2051 min
Founder's StoryFrom Teenage Tech Dreams to US Takeover: Roei Samuel is Back to Speak on his Master Plan for Connectd by 2025 | S2 Ep. 167In this bonus episode of The Founder’s Story Podcast, host Nadia Atwal catches up with Roei Samuel while he’s in NYC for Connectd’s latest milestone—its official launch in the city. Roei, the founder and CEO of Connectd, shares his entrepreneurial journey from scaling his first tech venture to 8 million monthly users, to leading Connectd in its nationwide US expansion targeted for 2025. Discover how Connectd is revolutionizing startup growth through automated investor reporting and expert talent matching, and learn Roei’s insights on hyperfocus, advisory boards, and leveraging early PR.Episode HighlightsEarly Tech...2025-01-2609 min
Success SecretsHow to Scale a Startup: Lessons from Roei Samuel Success Secrets is back and we are excited to share the amazing conversation we had with Roei Samuel. He is the mastermind behind Real Sport and Connected, and in this episode, he reveals how he turned innovative ideas into impactful businesses. Learn how Roei scaled Real Sport to 8 million monthly users and facilitated over £8.5 million in seed funding with Connected. Get to know his approach to overcoming challenges, leveraging data, and creating opportunities. Prepare to be inspired!Find Roei at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roei-samuel/Find our host L...2025-01-2146 minFounder's StoryBuilding Connectd: How Roei Samuel is Revolutionizing Startup Success Through Data, Transparency, and AccountabilityIn this insightful episode of Founder's Story, host Daniel Robbins sits down with Roei Samuel, the founder and CEO of Connectd, a platform transforming the startup and investor ecosystem by streamlining transparency, accountability, and access to expert networks. Roei shares his journey from the founding and successful exit of his first startup, RealSport, to launching Connected, which empowers startups and investors with real-time data insights and expert access to fuel growth. With a vision to build a frictionless experience for entrepreneurs, investors, and talent, Roei reveals his commitment to reshaping how startups navigate funding and growth in today’s fa...2024-10-3021 min
Behind the SMEFrom Burnout to Breakthrough: Building Connectd with Roei SamuelBehind the SME with Roei, Founder of ConnectdIn this episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Roei, who founded his first successful tech company at just 15 years old, scaling it to 6-million monthly users before being acquired in 2018. Roei shares valuable lessons from his experience, including the critical role of timing in business decisions and the impact of burnout post-acquisition.Roei's next venture, Connectd, looks at his focus on revenue-first growth and avoiding high cash burn, all while building a positive, purpose-driven work culture. He reveals his hiring...2024-10-2447 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelEverything INVESTORS Want From Startups in under 30 MINUTES“One of the issues with investors in the UK is they’re constantly unicorn hunting” Would you agree? 🤔 As an exited founder turned investor, Dominic McGregor knows a lot about the startup ecosystem. He co-founded Social Chain with Steven Bartlett and grew the business to a $300m annual turnover before exiting. Dom joined me on my podcast #BigRiskEnergy to share more on what investors look for in founders, tips for early-stage startups and more.2024-09-1826 min
The Global DiscussionConnecting Innovators and Investors with Roei Samuel Ep 208 - The Global DiscussionRoei Samuel, CEO and Founder of Connectd joins The Global Discussion Host, Simon Hodgkins on this episode. Roei, a seasoned entrepreneur, shared his journey from founding RealSport to creating Connectd, a platform revolutionizing how startups connect with investors and advisors.
From Tech Entrepreneur to Strategic Connector
Roei's entrepreneurial path began with RealSport, a platform that supported content creation in sports and gaming journalism. Under his leadership, RealSport grew to over 9 million monthly users and was eventually acquired by Gfinity in 2018. This success led Roei to the investment world, where he identified a critical gap in...2024-08-2624 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Startup Expert: I Raised $100 MILLION in Startup Funding By Providing VALUEWhat does it take to raise $100 million in startup funding and exit two startups? Gregg Stein, founder and CEO of Triple G Ventures, knows a thing or two. #BigRiskEnergy is back and in this episode, he breaks down the strategies behind his success — from scaling startups to executing successful exits 🔝2024-08-2226 min
People Championing - Powered By UJJIEpisode 4: Nurturing and scaling culture in rapidly expanding businessesIn episode 4 of People Championing, we’re discussing scaling company culture - how founders and people leaders can come together to build and nurture a culture that grows as their teams expand.
Joining the conversation are Roei Samuel - Founder and CEO of Connectd, and Linnea Bywall - Head of People at Alva Labs.
Roei is the founder of Connectd, and has worked closely with UJJI to bring his rapidly expanding sales team up to speed with Connectd’s sales tactics, without compromising on the initial culture that the company was founded on. This has help...2024-06-0541 min
Sales and SportsSeason 2 - Ep. 4 - Roei Samuel: Sales & Career advice from a serial Tech Entrepreneur and InvestorSend us a textTune in to hear from a two-time tech founder who has scaled two multi-million pound businesses. In this conversation with Roei we touch upon early careers, entrepreneurship and the secrets of finding success in business and life. #tech #business #sport #entrprenuership #sales2024-05-2226 min
Startup SensationsThriving Amidst Challenges: A Journey of GrowthS4 Ep1 - Roei Samuel. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Roei Samuel, founder of the successful tech company Connectd and a respected mentor and advisor. In this insightful episode, Roei shares his remarkable journey from overcoming academic obstacles to mastering the world of tech startups.Explore essential traits for successful founders, strategies for maintaining mental and physical wellbeing in high-pressure environments, and insights into the future of entrepreneurship and technological adoption. Roei also discusses his experiences and challenges with international expansion, particularly in the U.S.🎙️ Key Topics:
Essential Traits for Successful Found...2024-05-1438 min
The Founders LoungeHow I Built a $6M ARR SaaS with 80+ Employees in Just 4 Years - Roei Samuel | E85Roei Samuel is a serial entrepreneur who started one of the world's most successful eSports platforms at just 22 years old, growing it to over 8 million monthly users before selling the business for millions. He then founded Connectd, a platform connecting startups with investors and advisors, which he scaled to $6 million in annual recurring revenue and 80+ employees in just a few years.
We talk about:
- Starting one of the world's most successful eSports platforms at 22
- Growing to 8+ million monthly unique users
- On breaking the rules to achieve success
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The Everyday FounderSelling for £2.4m at 25, raising £8m by 30 all whilst managing ADHD | Roei SamuelJames Farnfield talks with Roei Samuel from ConnectdLinkedIn: /in/roei-samuel/From selling a business at 25 for £2.4 million to raising £8m+ with Connectd and expanding into the US market.CONNECT WITH James:- LinkedIn: /in/james-farnfield/SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST:- Spotify:- Apple:OUR SPONSORS:- Done-for-you LinkedIn media company: shakecontent dot com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2545 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBuilding One Of The World's Best Nightclubs | Cameron Leslie, Co-founder of FabricImagine having to bounce back from closing your business TWICE as a founder? Cameron Leslie, Co-founder of Fabric, can relate. Since it’s inception in 1999, Fabric has been home to not only some of the world’s best DJs but also upcoming ones who needed a platform to show their skills, soon becoming a rite of passage for all DJs in Europe. From hosting top talents such as Terry Francis, Craig Richards, Seth Troxler and Skream and Benga to facing the closure because of COVID and licensing issu...2024-02-1447 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHere's What You Need To Do To Grow Your Startup If you’re a founder, you need to know who Dawn Haynes is.With over 30 years experience in business development, customer experience and building high-performing teams, she’s now helping tech startup founders in Central Florida to start and scale their business 📈Dawn came down to the #BigRiskEnergy studios for an insightful episode on what investors look for in startups, why some founders aren’t successful and more 💻#MiamiTech #Founders #Investors #TechStartup #Startups 2024-02-0747 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei Samuel Why You Need To Prioritise Employee Wellbeing As A Founder | Joe Kaul🚨 Reminder for all founders: your workforce is THE most important part of your business After realising the detrimental effect his approach in management was having on his team, Joe Kaul did a 180 and rapidly changed his startup’s culture, putting employee wellbeing as the number one priority As founder of Pulse.io and ONQOR, he’s determined not only to shift how organisations value employees but also how machine learning AI tools can transform the future of marketing 👏 We caught up with Joe in this week’s #BigRiskEnergy...2024-02-0149 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelMeet The Winner of Gordon Ramsay's 2023 BBC Future Food Stars, Andy Albalous1 in 5000. That’s the number of businesses Andy Albalous beat to win Gordon Ramsay’s 2023 Future Food Stars 🥇 After suffering from a life changing knee injury, Andy found himself exploring CBD as a form of healing and found a major gap in the market, leading him to co-found food brand Drops of Heal We caught up with Andy in this week’s #BigRiskEnergy episode on having to pivot his career, breaking the stigma of CBD usage, his experience working closely with Gordon Ramsay and more 2024-01-2443 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBreaking Free: Escaping the Wrong Career Path | Matt SwainHow many of us can say we’re truly passionate about our career?Matt Swain turned his life around after breaking down on the way to work, suddenly realising how unhappy he was with his job.He pivoted into Marketing after figuring our where his passion lies and has since worked with big brands and personas such as Gymshark and Steven Bartlett, to hosting international talks on building your personal brand 🏆Watch as he shares valuable insight on how self belief plays an important role in your pursuit for success, the power social media...2024-01-1756 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow To Equip The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs | Bejay MulengaBejay Mulenga is on a mission to educate and equip the next generation of entrepreneurs and creators with the necessary tools, having started his own entrepreneurial journey at the tender age of 12 with a tuck shop franchise 👏 As co-founder of Blocks2Bags, founder of Supa Network and CEO of The Student View, he’s positioned himself in all the right areas to make this happen. Bejay joins us for this week’s BigRiskEnergy episode, sharing his thoughts on entrepreneurship, inspiring the next generation of founders, navigating work-life balance and more #Entrepreneurship #Founders #Startups #MentalHealth2024-01-1048 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow To Build A Marketing Team At A StartupMeet the marketing genius behind Connectd, Oliver Tarpey.He joined us back in 2021 when the Marketing department was non-existent and we had a tiny office with a few desks and some creaky office chairs 😂. It’s safe to say he’s part of the furniture.After years of curating the podcast behind the scenes, he joins Roei in this episode of #BigRiskEnergy to talk through his transition from agency to startup life, his stint as a semi-pro football coach and how he embraced his neurodiversity 🤝2024-01-0356 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Reality Of Starting A Wealth Management FirmYou’re looking at a man responsible for £4bn worth of assets.After leaving his six-figure salary job, Dan Thompson built out his own wealth management firm Sovereign Wealth, dealing with some of the richest individuals on the planet. Talk about pressure.It wasn’t easy to begin with especially with the curveballs life threw at him, but this is someone who defines #BigRiskEnergy 👏Dan joins us in this week’s episode sharing some great tips on investment and wealth management, his passion for fitness and becoming a first-time founder...2023-12-2733 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelMaking The Transition From Actor to EntrepreneurThe biggest skill you can take from stand-up and acting into a business is handling rejection. Rob Eades knows this all too well. Starting his acting career at 13, he quickly learned that rejection isn't a measure of self-worth, but rather a matter of timing and fit. This week on #BigRiskEnergy, Rob shares how years of acting and comedy not only built his resilience but also prepared him for the world of entrepreneurship. As the force behind Flairbox and Leanstudentchef, he's a living example that thick skin and persistence pave the way to success. 2023-12-2037 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWhy You Need To Start Being Less Humble“Stop trying to emulate other people’s journey”After quitting her job during the height of COVID to immerse herself in her personal brand, Stefanie Sword-William is disrupting the way we see self development.Author and founder of consultancy F*ck Being Humble, she’s empowering individuals to see their self worth and to embrace who they are 🌟Stef joined us in the #BigRiskEnergy studios to speak on why we need to self-promote more as well as offering crucial advice on managing your mental health as a founder 🎙️#Mindset #Self...2023-12-1354 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWill Bitcoin Be The Future of Currency? “The premise of bitcoin just doesn’t sit right with me”There’s no doubt Bitcoin is one of the hottest topics right now.However, Mark Stanton-Bennett isn’t fully convinced. From crypto to AI to the pressures of modern living, this episode of #BigRiskEnergy featuring our Chief Technology Officer covers it all.2023-12-0649 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWill Bitcoin Be The Future of Currency?“The premise of bitcoin just doesn’t sit right with me” There’s no doubt Bitcoin is one of the hottest topics right now. However, Mark Stanton-Bennett isn’t fully convinced. From crypto to AI to the pressures of modern living, this episode of #BigRiskEnergy featuring our Chief Technology Officer covers it all.2023-12-0649 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWhy Founders Lose Out On New ClientsFounders tend to lose out on business because of poor timekeeping or over pitching.When Ken Valledy said this, it was a big eye opener. Not only has he sat in several pitch sessions as the connector between enterprise companies and best-in-class startups, but he’s also author of The Startup Lexicon which helps founders understand the jargon used within the early stage ecosystem 🌍Ken joined us in this episode of #BigRiskEnergy to talk on how founders need to approach pitching, the importance of connecting enterprise companies and startups and transitioning from corporate to becoming a fou...2023-11-291h 06
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow To Transition From Professional Sports to First-Time FounderAfter 21 years playing and coaching in professional rugby with the likes of Saracens and England, James Parkes decided to dive into the world of mental wellness, preventative health and climate action, leading him to found wellbeing app MyDayJames joined us in the #BigRiskEnergy studios to speak about his transition from professional sportsman to first time founder, mental health and more🎙2023-11-2244 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Truth Behind The Battle on Climate ChangeThe future of our climate is bleak. And when this is coming from sustainability leader David MacDonald, you know we’re in for a serious ride. Founder of Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging and pioneer of The Fibre Bottle, his company delivered 1.2 BILLION plastic-free products last year alone but it’s still not enough to tackle one of the biggest issues humanity faces. It requires a collective effort. David joined us in the #BigRiskEnergy studios for a very frank conversation on the world’s climate, sustainability and more 🎙 #Sustainability #EcoFriend...2023-11-1552 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Mental Fitness Expert: How To Rewire Your Brain For Optimum Performance“I was on 65 pills a day” This was the every day reality for Maya Raichoora at age 15 after being diagnosed with an incurable disease. But one day, she decided enough was enough and mastered the art of visualisation which saved her life. Ten years later, she’s helping teams at global brands such as Nike, Lego and Barclays rewire their brains for optimum performance. Maya shared her incredible story in the first episode of the new season of #BigRiskEnergy #MentalFitness #Visualisation #MentalHealthTips #ProductivityHacks2023-11-0849 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe BEST moments of Big Risk Energy 🏆 #BRETurns152 episodes and counting! 🎉 Today we're celebrating a year of Big Risk Energy which makes it the perfect time to look back on some of the BEST moments 🍿#BigRiskEnergy #Startups #Founders #BoardAdvisors #Investors #GrowthMindset2023-11-0150 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow To Live with ADHD As A Founder | Amanda Perry, ADHD Founder & Growth Coach£1 MILLION a year selling £2.50 cupcakes 🧁This was just one of the businesses Amanda Perry founded. Since then, she’s built, scaled and exited four companies!However over the last 3 years, she’s been helping neurodiverse founders by providing them with ADHD-proof business strategies after being diagnosed herself in 2020.Amanda joins us in the latest #BigRiskEnergy episode, talking all things ADHD, the reality of being a founder and more#Founders #ADHD #Neurodiversity2023-10-2548 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWhy You Should Follow Your Passion | Adelina Tkesheliadze, Founder of Sul PontSometimes all it takes is one decision to change our lives forever. This is the story of classical pianist Adelina Tshekeliadze who stuck to her musical roots and founded Sul Pont, a marketplace that empowers connections musicians to businesses Hear from her in the this instalment of #BigRiskEnergy, discussing the dark side of the music industry, the importance of doing what you love and more2023-10-1842 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelFrom 'Hidden Homeless' to Serial Entrepreneur | Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM, Founder of RAFFLMeet one of the youngest ever recipients of a British Empire Medal, Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM At the age of 24, he’s already done so much. Here’s a mere snapshot of his achievements: 👔 Served as Young Mayor of Lambeth 💼 Founded a youth consultancy to help brands such as Rolls-Royce, BBC and Nike 👏 Started the BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra Youth Council 🗣 Been a Youth Advisor to Holly Branson He joins us tomorrow for another episode of #BigRiskEnergy where we’ll be talking through his incredible journey from being part of the 'hidden homeless' to a serial entrepreneur, author and philanthropist 🙌 #FounderStories #EntrepreneurTips #Fou2023-10-111h 07
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow I Cleared £40K Debt And Founded My Business | Maddy Alexander-Grout, Founder of Mad About Money£40,000 debt would scare anyone, but not Maddy Alexander-Grout. She singlehandedly worked her way out of this in just SIX years after a long period battling a spending addiction during university 👏 Now she’s one of the go to money experts on social, amassing a large following from sharing discount codes, budgeting tips, debt support as well as founding her own social media app, Mad About Money 📱 We had the pleasure of hosting her on this week’s #BigRiskEnergy episode where she shared her remarkable story, how she’s shaking up the personal finance industry with Mad About Money, managing her neurodiversit...2023-10-0451 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelDon't Die Building Your Business! | Jay Richards, Co-founder of Imagen InsightsIt’s not everyday we get a Forbes 30 Under 30, LinkedIn Top Voice and Brazilian Jiujutsu competitor on the #BigRiskEnergy podcast. Co-founder of insights agency Imagen Insights, Jay Richards has had a brilliant journey so far as a founder, helping the likes of Puma, Sky, eBay and more He joined us in this week's #BigRiskEnergy speaking on dealing with stress as a founder and building a business, the power of therapy, company culture and more P.S. An important reminder from Jay - "Don't die building your business!"2023-09-2740 min
Scale Your Sales Podcast#208: Roei Samuel – Founder is Master and Servant in the Selling GameIn this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Roei Samuel, the founder and CEO of Connectd. Roei is a serial entrepreneur and investor. His platform, Connectd, has helped over 1,000 organisations and individuals find each other through a data-driven approach and cutting out the middlemen in the investment cycle. In this episode, Roei delves into his personal journey while exploring the tangible advantages of joining his ecosystem and community. We also talk about the concept of neurodiversity and its significance, as well as contemplate the future landscape of the...2023-09-2633 minScale Your Sales Podcast#208: Roei Samuel – Founder is Master and Servant in the Selling GameIn this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Roei Samuel, the founder and CEO of Connectd. Roei is a serial entrepreneur and investor. His platform, Connectd, has helped over 1,000 organisations and individuals find each other through a data-driven approach and cutting out the middlemen in the investment cycle. In this episode, Roei delves into his personal journey while exploring the tangible advantages of joining his ecosystem and community. We also talk about the concept of neurodiversity and its significance, as well as contemplate the future landscape of the...2023-09-2633 minScale Your Sales Podcast#208: Roei Samuel – Founder is Master and Servant in the Selling GameIn this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Roei Samuel, the founder and CEO of Connectd. Roei is a serial entrepreneur and investor. His platform, Connectd, has helped over 1,000 organisations and individuals find each other through a data-driven approach and cutting out the middlemen in the investment cycle. In this episode, Roei delves into his personal journey while exploring the tangible advantages of joining his ecosystem and community. We also talk about the concept of neurodiversity and its significance, as well as contemplate the future landscape of the...2023-09-2633 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow Meditation Can Unlock Your Full Potential | Katie Mantwa-George, Founder of Being Human WellAfter 15 years in the corporate world working for the likes of Amazon and Barclays, Katie Mantwa George decided it was time to chase her own dreams. Three years in and she’s now a certified meditation teacher, an empathy coach and founder of Being Human Well, a startup focused on improving workplace wellbeing, working with a vast array of clients 👏 Katie joins us at the #BigRiskEnergy Studios in the latest episode, discussing the benefits of meditation, how it changed her life for good and why she feels more fulfilled than ever ❤️ #MeditationCoach #SelfImprovement #FounderStories2023-09-2056 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Identity Crisis After Selling A Business | Rachel Murphy, Founder of The GrafterSelling your business can leave you feeling lost as it's such a huge part of your life and identityAt least that’s how Rachel Murphy ChMC FBCS felt after she sold Difrent (now TPXimpact) for £13.3million at the height of lockdown in September 2020Now, she’s helping other founders grow, scale and exit their businesses through her recent venture The Grafter and recently launched 'The Founders Journey' which helps business owners with the mental impact of exiting 🙌Rachel joins Roei Samuel in another intense, honest and open conversation in this episode...2023-09-1350 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow I Founded & Sold Three Businesses Worth £800m | Ben White, Co-Founder of UppWhen it comes to starting and selling businesses, Ben White’s done it all. From founding and exiting 3 companies for a combined total of £800m to co-founding a VC Notion Capital with 5 unicorns in their portfolio, it’s clear he was born for this 💪 You can get lucky once, but you can’t get lucky three times. Ben joins our founder Roei Samuel in one of the most insightful and open conversations we’ve ever had on #BigRiskEnergy 🎙2023-09-0649 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBecoming Managing Director at 26 & The Rise of AI | Oliver Yonchev, Co-Founder of Flight StoryWhen Oliver Yonchev was 16 pursuing a professional footballing career at Barnsley, he would've never have thought 10 years down the line he'd be Managing Director at a globally recognised marketing agency, The Social Chain, helping to take them from startup to a $750m+ revenue business 👏 Now it's 2023, and he's co-founder of Flight Story, a new marketing and comms agency founded alongside well known entrepreneur Steven Bartlett.He joins us in this week's #BigRiskEnergy episode to talk about the perils and capabilities of #AI, #Web3, helping brands stand out from the competition and more #Web3 #AI #FounderStories2023-08-3046 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelMeet One Of The UK's First Social Media Managers | Laura Price, Partner at PagefieldDid you know Laura Price was one of the first social media managers in the UK? 👀 Back in 2010, a time where social media feeds were chronological and filled with pixelated images of friends doing the cinnamon challenge, Laura was already making huge steps in the game leading Honda's European social media strategy Fast forward to 2023, she's now a Partner at Pagefield, an international communications agency decorated with numerous awards Laura joins us in this week's episode of #BigRiskEnergy to share valuable insights into the world of digital communications, her illustrious career and more 🙌 #SocialMediaManager #WomenInMarketing #marketingpsychology2023-08-2333 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelJoining An Early Stage Startup Straight After University | Alex Rose, ConnectdYou can't speak about Connectd without mentioning Alex Rose. He risked it all after leaving university and joining an early stage startup that was made up of only six people sitting around one table, figuring out how to shake up the investor ecosystem. Fast forward to today and he's now Director of Founder Acquisition and Partnerships after helping to grow Connectd ten-fold. Alex joins us in this week's #BigRiskEnergy episode to speak on his time here, the importance of founders needing the ability to sell, startup tips and more #FounderAdvice #StartupTips #InvestorEcosystem2023-08-1639 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelLeaving L'Oreal to Launch a Gen Z Insights Consultancy | Ndubuisi Uchea, CEO of Word On The CurbWho'd have thought a simple camera capturing the raw emotions of university students would be a game-changer for co-founder of Word On The Curb, Ndubuisi Uchea? Initially immersed in the world of science, he now leads a platform that provides brands with first-hand insights into minority, millennial and Gen-Z audiences.In today's episode of #BigRiskEnergy, Ndubuisi shares his unique switch from L'Oreal National Account Manager to becoming a standout figure within the UK youth culture #StartupTips #WordOnTheCurb #GenZ2023-08-0958 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelFrom A Psychology PhD Student to Forbes '30 Under 30' | Claudia Stankler, COO at ConnectdWho knew how life changing an unexpected internship in a tech startup would be for Claudia Stankler. Originally studying towards a PhD in Psychology, she's now COO of #Connectd and recently featured on the Forbes '30 Under 30' after years of relentless hard work and excellence.In this episode of #BigRiskEnergy episode, she shares more about her amazing journey that took her from waitressing to heading up operations at one of the most exciting startups within the investor ecosystem #Forbes30Under30 #FemaleLeaders #TechStartup2023-08-0346 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBuilding The World's First 'Airbnb For Creative Spaces' | Gabriel Isserlis, Founder of TuttiWhilst his friends were taking huge steps in their career, Gabriel Isserlis was sat in his room depressed and just about getting by. But during one of his lowest lows came this life-changing idea which we know today as Tutti - the 'AirBnb of creative spaces' Gabriel joins us in this episode of #BigRiskEnergy to talk on his life-changing journey, from wanting to be an internationally renowned cellist like his dad Steven Isserlis, to founding a self-funded business and becoming a mentor for entrepreneurs2023-07-2656 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelProving The Doubters Wrong - Alice BenhamWhen Alice dropped out of school at 17 to become an entrepreneur, she had so many doubters. Now at the age of 25, she's worked with over 500 clients helping them to level up their marketing strategy and also has her own business 'On Paper' as well as chart-topping podcast 'Starting The Conversation' - safe to say those doubters turned into believers!Alice joins us in the latest #BigRiskEnergy episode where she shares her journey into entrepreneurship, tackling burnout, understanding your purpose and more2023-07-1951 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWhy We Struggle With Implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Aisha SuleimanWe're still a long way from reaching a fully diverse and inclusive environment, but progress is being made thanks to individuals like Aisha Suleiman Founder of The Inclusive Culture, Aisha joins us in the latest episode of #BigRiskEnergy to speak on the challenges in implementing DEI strategies within companies, creating Amazon's Black Employee Resource Group and more #DEI #TheInclusiveCulture #Connectd #DiversityAndInclusion2023-07-1248 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Importance Of Finding Your Purpose - Thomas PantonOnce a teenage international swimming sensation, Thomas Panton has had a colourful journey so farJoin us in this episode of #BigRiskEnergy as I sit down with the founder of Canopey who walks me through his mission in making ethical consumerism easy to adopt, being an elite athlete at a young age, converting to Islam and more2023-07-0551 min
Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelUnlocking Innovation: Harnessing Customers as Your Greatest Assets with Janice B. Gordon | Big Risk Energy Have you ever thought of looking at your customers as your best innovators, rather than just numbers on the board? In this latest instalment of #BigRiskEnergy, we spoke to customer growth expert Janice B. Gordon on applying a human-centred sales strategy, the importance of founders tapping in to their key customers, the dynamics of racism within the UK and more2023-06-2853 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBuilding Bumble's Data & Analytics Architecture | Competing With Tinder, & Hinge - Candice Ren Ep. 34How did you keep ahead of the competition & stay relevant? One word - data. In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I speak with Candice Ren, former head of anayltics at Bumble. We speak about how and why Bumble invested into this area and how she began to tackle this challenge with hundreds of thousands of new users every month! In this conversation we re-visit, Candice's journey to the UK and around the globe, as well as exploring Candice's motivations to starting her own data agency.2023-06-2150 minBig Risk Energy with Roei Samuel'Wake The Tiger' Founder On The Importance Of Following Your Gut | Big Risk EnergyFrom managing the Nike ACG ski and snowboard team to leading the operations team at Boomtown Fair, Graham MacVoy puts his success down to following his gut and being resilient.In this episode of #BigRiskEnergy, I caught up with Graham to speak on his journey so far that covers everything from snowboarding incidents to co-founding Bristol Life Awards 2023 Platinum Winner, Wake The Tiger.2023-06-1357 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelMarketing Strategy, Going from Startup to Scaleup - Latest Trends for 2023 Stephanie Melodia ep 32When marketing and sales can be life and death for an organization's success, it can be a hugely daunting task to assess the right marketing strategies to deploy; particularly when moving from startup to scaleup. In this week's conversation, I sit down with marketing and branding expert Stephanie Melodia to explore the most important aspects founders must consider when scaling. Steph has been ranked as a Top 20 Female Founder, and established her agency Bloom in 2017 with the aim of "delivering refreshing marketing to the most exciting technology businesses changing the face of our world today, for a better tomorrow". We...2023-06-0852 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow and why executive coaching works? Developing a growth mindset with executive coach Tom Ungi Ep. 31Executive coaching is becoming more and more prevalent in corporate life. In this latest candid conversation with industry expert and masters-qualified coach Tom Ungi, we discuss how and why coaching is on the rise across the globe. We discuss the concept of "one conversation at a time" and why Tom decides to share his own personal stories of trauma whilst coaching. The neurological and historic aspects of trauma.2023-05-3151 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelFrom Elite Commando to Entrepreneur: Hear Ben Williams' Fascinating Journey Ep. 30Ben Williams is hands down one of the most interesting individuals I have ever met. His journey to entrepreneurship is fascinating and in this conversation, we delve into Ben's past as a bouncer and how this lifestyle spiraled into destruction; culminating in a nightclub incident marked with huge sadness. We discuss Ben's journey to turning his life around and becoming an Elite Commando in the Royal Marines and why this led him to eventually launching his own company. Today, Ben heads up Loopin - a AI-based platform with EQ-driven real-world training. Loopin's mission is to help 1 million employees boost performance...2023-05-2459 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow I Grew My Side Hustle Into A 6-Figure Business | Myo Master Co-Founder, Lottie Whyte Ep. 29Managing your side hustle during maternity and transitioning this venture into a full-time business! This transition is certainly no easy feat and in this most recent podcast episode, we discuss Lottie Whyte's journey from DIY tools to product market fit. We follow Lottie's and her ex-professional rugby partner's story as they launched Myo Master, in a bid to revolutionise the sports recovery market. In this 45-minute chat, we discuss how and when to transition from a side hustle to full-time venture, how to manage running the business with your partner and why it is so important to...2023-05-1751 minBig Risk Energy with Roei Samuel2023: The Year of Mastering Your Sales Mindset? Tom Lavery, Reveals All - Tech & SaaS Sales Strategy - Tom Lavery Ep. 28When it comes to mastering sales strategies in Tech & SaaS solutions it can be difficult to block out the noise and find the right knowledge to help you succeed in today's hugely competitive landscape. What are the key components you must know for sales in 2023 and how much of sales success is defined by mentality. In this 40-minute conversation between Tom and I, we discuss the answers to these important questions. As well as covering some amazing insights around the world of sales and how this is changing, it was great to discuss Tom's own...2023-05-1042 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelThe Future of Saving Money: Uncover 2023's Best Tip With 'Mr Money Jar'! - Timi Merriman-Johnson Ep. 27This week I am blessed to be joined by the one and only Timi Merriman-Johnson aka MrMoney Jar as we discuss some of the key principles associated with saving money in 2023. Alongside these educational tips, we dive deep into Timi's journey and where his passion comes from in inspiring young people to become more educated in personal finance. We touch upon Timi's own journey into podcast creation as well as his wider digital content which has led to him being featured on the BBC, LadBible and Sky News. Timi is also an ambassador at National Numeracy, an independent UK charity...2023-05-0347 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelUncover the Secret to Driving Innovation in Startups with Professor Stephen Scruton (Oxford & Hult) Ep. 26In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to Economist & Professor Stephen Scruton. As well as Stephen's work at Oxford University & Hult, he is an Angel Investor, Chair & Non-executive Director so well informed to discuss some heavy topics which included, the BOE, recessions, inflation and wage rises. We dive into Stephen's thoughts and experience across his career to uncover his tips for driving innovation within startups and what he looks out for as an investor. Stephen's career is a remarkable one, with so many phenomenal opportunities taken at huge organisations. Today, Stephen uses his...2023-04-2644 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelCreating London's BEST Pizza Restaurant & Takeaway - Story of Pizza Pilgrims Founder, Thom Elliot Ep. 25How did you obtain a rating of London's best pizzeria by industry titans Sorted Food? In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I speak with Thom Elliot, Co-founder of restaurant and takeaway Pizza Pilgrim. Thom and his brother's story is an incredibly inspiring listen for any entrepreneurs. In this conversation we visit, Thom's motivations to starting the company and why he didn't deem this as a risk at all. We also touch upon, his pilgrimage through Italy in a 19mph two seated car?! The 2011/12 street food boom in London and how the pandemic helped launch the "pizza in the...2023-04-1953 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelEx England U19 & Kent Cricketer opens up on his alcohol addiction struggles - Simon Cusden Ep. 24In this episode, I sit down with ex-England U19 & Kent professional cricket player, Simon Cusden. Simon shares his journey to elite sport, and the challenges he faced during and after his professional cricket playing days. Simon shares his personal experience of addiction and recovery, whilst bringing a unique perspective and understanding to the issues that many people face in sport or in the wider world. Touching upon his knowledge around mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, relational, financial, and environmental health. It's fair to say Simon is one of the most genuine and inspiring individuals I have...2023-04-121h 00Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelTop tips for angel investing in startups for 2023 - Andy Ayim MBE, Angel Investment School, ex Zlich Ep. 23Where do you start when it comes to angel investing in startups? What are the key components you must know in 2023? Listen in to this 40-minute conversation between Andy Ayim and I, as we discuss the answers to these important questions. As well as covering some amazing insights around the world of angel investing and it's origins dating back to the 1800s, it was great to discuss Andy's journey into entrepreneurship. We discussed how he has scaled teams and subscription revenues both at Zlich and now at his own business Angel Investing School. Andy also highlighted his pathway to...2023-04-0540 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBanking & finance career tips from UK's Youngest Black Female MBE - Natalie Ojevah MBE Ep. 22In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Natalie Ojevah MBE, the youngest black woman to receive an MBE to discuss career tips in banking & finance and her meteoric rise to Vice President.Natalie's ambition stood out the most, rising from a cashier at a Barclays local branch to Vice President of Eagle Labs Diversity & Inclusion. Her passion for equity and inclusion is remarkable, reinforcing her overarching purpose to proliferate diversity and inclusion within the boards of the largest banks in the world.It was great to hear...2023-03-2946 min
Origin Story with David McIntosh Jr#81 Roei Samuel - ADHD, Comedy and Earning £1,000,000 by 30Roei Samuel is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Connectd. He is a podcast host, Forbes Council Member and Stand Up Comedian.
Roei was included in the BBC's Million By 30, Roei is a leading voice for diversity and inclusion in startups, speaking from his own experience as ADHD being his entrepreneurial superpower.Roei shares how his unique name has impacted his life and career. We also discuss his educational journey and how he managed his ADHD as a child and teenager. Roei talks about his parent's social mobility journey and the impact it...2023-03-281h 22
Man Up / Man Down2x Neurodivergent founder - Roei SamuelWe welcomed Roei Samuel who founded two companies, RealSport which got acquired and then Connectd. RealSport grew to a community of over 8 million monthly unique users across UK, USA & Australia and was acquired in 2018. After spending time as an investor, he realised that many of the frustrations he felt as a founder were also true as an investor and start-up advisor. There was a distinct lack of diversity and accessibility in investment opportunities for start-ups. All the same types of deals were going to the same group of investors - stifling innovation for both the founders and p...2023-03-2345 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow to survive the SVB tech crash - Founder of Otta, Sam Franklin Ep. 21How did Otta survive the SVB tech crash? What makes a great workplace with great people? What are the benefits and downsides of a 4-day work week? What is the employer value proposition? In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I speak with Sam Franklin, Founder of Otta, the leading recruitment agency for tech startups. It was great to discuss how founders build a great culture, hire great people and retain the best talent. Sam highlighted Mission, Values, Flexibility, Transparency and Corporate Responsibility as key areas founders of tech startups need to work...2023-03-2259 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow Simon Squibb gained 250,000,000 views and escaped the Matrix - The Purposeful Project - Ep. 20In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to TikTok extraordinaire Simon Squibb. In this hour-long special episode, we talk about entrepreneurship and risk in detail. We dive into the lens of young enterprise and the challenges Simon faced in his journey from homelessness to millionaire.Simon is the owner of the Purposeful Project & ex-owner of the creative agency, Fluid which was sold to PWC. Today, Simon runs the Purposeful Project, a platform that helps people learn how to start and scale a business for free. Simon's mission is to help 10 million people start a business...2023-03-151h 00Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelRestaurateur Taking Huge Risks - Jamie Barber (Owner of Hush, Haché Burger, Kitchen Italia) Ep. 19In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to Jamie Barber, the entertainment lawyer who left a successful and stable career to join forces with Sir Roger Moore’s son, Jeffrey, to make an impact in London’s dining scene.Hear about his incredible journey, which includes an impressive portfolio of restaurants such as Hush restaurant in Mayfair, Haché Burgers chain, Cabana Brasilian Barbecue group and Kitchen Italia, an Italian casual dining brand.Topics discussed include the strategies he employed as a restaurant owner, battling fears of failure and rejection, his proudest moments and succe...2023-03-0830 min
PauseStopResetPause Stop Reset with Connectd Roei SamuelIn this episode we get to introduce you to the incredible Roei Samuel. He founded two companies, RealSport (acquired) & Connectd. RealSport grew to a community of over 8 million monthly unique users across UK, USA & Australia. After RealSport was acquired in 2018, he moved into the investment space. He's passionate about founders and entrepreneurs and has strong views as to how to make things work in this space. He also has a super power that he talks about in this episode. You can learn more about Roei Samuel and Connectd at https://www...2023-03-0140 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow to build an AI-driven SMMA digital marketing agency - Oliver Bruce (PinPoint Media) Ep. 18Wondering what’s the future of AI? And how this will impact our lives? Or even our jobs?I sat down with Oliver Bruce, founder of PinPoint Media, to discuss neurodiversity, the education system, the inspiring story of Bank of Dave and, of course, building his AI-driven content marketing agency, PinPoint Media, into one of the leading agencies in the UK for AI SMMA and digital marketing media.We also explored what AI will mean for the future of work and how we can harness this technology to supercharge growth. It was a pl...2023-03-0138 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow to start a record label and make money in 2023 - David Dabieh (Founder of Cloud X) Ep. 17Making money in the music industry? A feat not completed by many. In this latest episode, I delve deep into the meaning of art, the importance of authenticity but the limitations of format with Cloud X founder David Dabieh. We discuss how David pivoted the brand in the face of the Covid19 crisis, his deal with Orchard (Sony) and how this helped save the brand in the short term. The move towards diversified revenue streams and the events and festival space are discussed whilst also touching upon important questions around diversity & opportunity within the music...2023-02-2239 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow to balance a side hustle with a full-time job - Millennial Money Founder, Niaz Azad Ep. 16Managing your side hustle whilst working a 9-5?! In this most recent podcast episode, I discuss the challenges and opportunities around this topic with Millennial Money co-founder Niaz Azad, who followed this very path, launching and running his own business whilst maintaining a full-time career. In this 45-minute chat, we discuss how the freelancer, solopreneur jobs market is changing with more and more individuals looking to diversify their revenue streams. Authenticity and The topic of money flow through this conversation; our relationship with it and some of the harrowing stories Niaz has encountered to date. ...2023-02-1557 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow Attenborough changed everything - CanO Water Founder Josh White Ep. 15CanO Water has revolutionised the drinks market in Europe. In this conversation, I sit down with co-founder, Josh White, who pursued the venture after a trip to south east asia where he saw first-hand the effects of plastic pollution. In pursuing this new business at the age of just 22, Josh highlights his appetite for risk and the role his ADHD and creative mindset played in forming the brand.Today, CanO Water retails in some of the largest stores in the UK, including Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s. Josh discusses his breakthrough moment 3 years into running the business an...2023-02-0848 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelWhy I built a place for founders to heal? - Janos Barberis (Founders Taboo ex EY, FinTech HK) Ep. 14Withdrawing £500 and taking a one way ticket to Hong Kong...... Just one of the risks Roei Samuel discusses with serial founder and investor Janos Barberis in this latest episode of Big Risk Energy. There are not many entrepreneurs who have a more connected relationship with founders than Janos. During the chat, Janos recounts his experience building founders taboo. A truly inspirational and personal story that touches upon some hard-hitting topics around stress management, mental health and family.2023-02-0140 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelSafari Conservation To Working With Tyson Fury - Joseph Black’s Founder Story (UniTaskr) Ep. 13From a reusable golf ball seller at 11 to safari ranger at 16, Joseph's journey to founding his current company (UniTaskr) at 19 has been a meteoric rise. In this podcast, Joseph touches upon some incredible stories and how these have shaped his views on entrepreneurship.Joseph also touches upon the dynamic of founding a company with your best friend, working with Tyson Fury and his appetite for future risks.2023-01-2534 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow I developed a portfolio marketing career and leading community - Lottie Unwin Ep. 12Lottie Unwin, founder of leading marketing community, The Copy Club, sits down with Roei in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy. In this conversation, Lottie takes us on her journey through her marketing and founder career, touching upon her formative years in marketing, the training she received at P&G and how this has influenced her career from then onwards. Lottie also discusses the leap of faith she took in moving to Delhi and why she decided to launch her own startup.2023-01-1846 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelHow I built Playstation, Football Manager & GiffGaff's online communities - Vincent Boon Ep. 11Vincent Boon, an online community expert who has helped revolutionise interactivity among customers for huge blue chip brands including: Sony, GiffGaff and Eidos, discusses his foray into gaming technology world in the early and mid 2000’s.Within the conversation, Roei and Vincent reflect on what makes a great online community and what you can do to start developing one within your organisation.2023-01-1151 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelAchieving against the odds: the importance of self-belief - Lissele Pratt Ep. 10Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Lissele Pratt, founder of Capitalixe in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Lissele discussed the leap of faith she took in leaving her job, traveling Asia, and what drove her to start her first company at the age of just 16. In this 35-minute conversation, the discussion spans numerous topics including working with your partner, mentorship, launching as a young founder, and what it means to be listed as a Forbes 30 under 30 winner.2023-01-0436 min
Kickoff Sessions#126 Roei Samuel – Fundamentals of Founders SuccessRoei Samuel has founded two companies, RealSport and Connectd. RealSport grew to a community of over 8 million monthly unique users across the UK, USA, & Australia. After RealSport was acquired in 2018, Roei moved into the investment space. This connected him to an entirely new community, but many of the frustrations he felt as a founder were also true as an investor and start-up advisor. There was a distinct lack of diversity and accessibility in investment opportunities for start-ups. All the same deals were going to the same group of investors, stifling innovation for both the founders and potential investors. Connectd...2023-01-041h 02Big Risk Energy with Roei SamuelGB Olympic Athlete: How I sacrificed everything - Jack Green Ep. 9Roei Samuel caught up with former GB Olympic athlete, Jack Green, in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Jack touches upon his journey into, out of, and back into athletics. In this conversation, Jack details his journey with his own mental health, developing an elite mentality working with renowned coaches in Florida, and how his experience as an olympian has shaped his transition to a new career.2022-12-2843 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelI turned down £500k because it felt wrong – Georgia St John-Smith Ep. 8In this episode of Big Risk Energy, Roei is joined by Georgia St John-Smith founder of Sancti Retreats. In this conversation, Georgia discusses how she took the leap of faith to turn down an investment offer of half a million pounds.Difficult questions are challenged with the meaning of life, what it really means to be a entrepreneur, and her work with CEOs and founders all being discussed. Roei and Georgia also cover the topic of setbacks and the importance of aligning with your values.2022-12-2141 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelI don’t want to just be a number! - Jide Maduako Ep. 7Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Jide Maduako, CEO and founder of Yoke Network in episode number 7 of Big Risk Energy.Jide discusses his Nigerian roots, learning quickly and on the job, the fragmentation within the web3 space, and the opportunities available to startup founders in the UK.2022-12-1449 minBig Risk Energy with Roei Samuel2x Premiership Winner: Hard Work Always Wins - Mike Brown Ep. 6Roei Samuel caught up with former England and Harlequins rugby player, Mike Brown, in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Mike discussed how his determination, work ethic and mentality drove his success as a player, and how his time as an elite sportsman has informed his transition to a new career.2022-12-0740 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelBBC Dragon: Don't Listen To The Haters - Piers Linney Ep. 5Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Piers Linney, former Dragon's Den Dragon in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Piers discussed his working class roots, the risk of quitting a career in the city to start a dotcom business, and how his success hinges on determination and ambition.2022-11-3045 min
CEO JourneyMulti-million £ exit at 26 years old, angel investing and building a Unicorn startup: Roei Samuel | CEO Journey E11Welcome back to the 11th episode of the CEO Journey podcast. It was an absolute honor to be joined by serial entrepreneur and angel investor Roei Samuel.
Roei is currently known as the Founder and CEO of Connectd, a leading community network connecting entrepreneurs with investors and NEDs. The young entrepreneur started his first business at 22 years old RealSport, a fan-orientated content creation platform, and built this up to a point of 4.5 million users. He sold this a few years later for a multi-million-pound exit to Gfinity PLC.
Now aged 30, Roei has invested in 15 startups...2022-11-3039 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelSold Company for £25m: his proudest moments - Nick Telson Ep. 4Nick Telson is a serial entrepreneur, having built and exited DesignMyNight and is currently co-founder of Trumpet. Nick moved into investment and to date has invested in over 50 early-stage companies.Nick joined Roei Samuel on the latest episode of Big Risk Energy to discuss how he left behind a successful corporate career with L'Oréal to launch his own business, and how investors can help founders navigate turbulent times through their networks and their knowledge.2022-11-2343 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelMillionaire Property Mogul: Talk Less, Listen More - Gary Sacks, Ep. 3CEO of City & Docklands Group & Founder of LiFE Ventures, Gary Sacks, spoke with Roei Samuel, Connectd founder and investor, in the latest episode of the Big Risk Energy podcast. Having left apartheid era South Africa for London fresh out of university, Gary is one of the biggest names in UK property, and now in technology as a seed investor into GoodLord & Chip.Gary discussed how he moved from the relative stability of property development to the illiquidity of investing in startup businesses, and his approach to mitigating risk.2022-11-1633 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelLondon VC: I was broken white trash - Dan Bowyer Ep. 2In the latest episode of Big Risk Energy, entrepreneur & investor Roei Samuel speaks to Dan Bowyer, serial investor, and co-founder and partner at SuperSeed VC. Dan discusses how he has moved from his early years spent in the entertainment industry to a successful career founding and investing in B2B software.The episode explores how Dan’s successes - and failures - have been driven by his fundamental positivity towards risk and belief in building better solutions to problems.2022-11-0941 minBig Risk Energy with Roei SamuelEx CMO Depop/Deliveroo: Growth At All Costs - Yoann Pavy Ep. 1Entrepreneur Roei Samuel launches ‘Big Risk Energy' podcast with his first guest, expert marketer Yoann Pavy (ex Deliveroo, Depop and Perkbox). During the 40 minute interview, Yoann explores his journey into the world of marketing, the risks he took to get there and the challenges he has overcome.The catchup dives into Yoann's work with startups and the unicorn businesses he has helped to scale in their formative stages.2022-11-0339 min
The Invisible GiftThe future of working, and the power of diversity with Roei SamuelEpisode Description:On today’s podcast, Andrew is joined by entrepreneur and founder Roei Samuel. In the show, Roei explains why he thinks the future of working is in augmented reality, why the key to building diverse teams is in the hiring process, and the boys discuss restless leg syndrome.Top Quotes:“My neurodiversity helps me think ten steps ahead. That foresight, that quick thinking. For me that’s the gift of ADHD.” - Roei Samuel“Before Covid, I never realised how lonely the world can be. That’s why I’m not sold on...2022-10-1256 min
FinTech Focus TV – Powered by Harrington StarrSecuring Tomorrow's Hub of Innovation | FinTech Focus TV with Roei Samuel, CEO and Founder of ConnectdJoining Toby in the FinTech Focus TV Studio is Roei Samuel, CEO and Founder of Connectd.To all founders out there, no matter where you are in your journey, this episode is for you. Roei provides us with a masterclass on the mentality, approach and drive that lies behind every founding journey.Given current marketplace climates and emerging uncertainty, conservatism creeps in and opportunities become seemingly sparse. But in Roei's conversation with Toby, we're reminded how we can become more opportunistic. From the obvious of ensuring you have an exceptional team by your side, to...2022-09-2137 min
VulnerableHow I built one of the fastest growing eSports companies to exit with ADHD, depression, and anxiety: Roei Samuel, CEO Connectd & Angel InvestorThis episode is powered by Founders Taboo, the Headspace for Founders
Roei is a sufferer of ADHD, depression and anxiety and details in this episode his journey with the conditions.
Roei has founded two companies, RealSport (acquired) & Connectd. RealSport grew to a community of over 7million monthly users across UK, USA & Australia. After RealSport was acquired in 2018, he moved into the investment space.
This connected him to an entirely new community - but many of the frustrations he felt as a Founder were also true as an investor and start-up advisor. There was a...2022-08-291h 17
FounderTech DecodedRoei Samuel @ Founder of Connectd | Using FounderTech to Empower Diverse Founders To Demonstrate More Traction With Less CapitalIn this Episode, we talk to Roei Samuel founder of Connectd about how you can use and leverage FounderTech to now further level the playing field in the venture capital sector. How if everyone in the space is initially more aligned, it will release a lot of liquidity into the early stage space, that will enable more founders to hone in on, navigate and solve valuable market problems.
We explore how the dynamics of this space have often been skewed via the lens of venture firms whose principal decision makers have traditionally often come from th...2022-08-1132 min
Choosing Leadership with Sumit GuptaLeadership Journeys [12] - Roei Samuel - "You should never get too high when you win and never get too low when you lose"This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing.In the interview, Roei opens up about his views on entrepreneurship, leadership, and his relationship with money. We also talk about how our early experiences shape...2022-03-2134 min
Rocket PodRoei Samuel - Angel Investor & Start-up MentorRoei Samuel is the CEO & Co-Founder of Connectd. Connectd’s innovative technology has helped over 1,000 organisations and individuals find each other through a data-driven approach and cutting out the middlemen in the investment cycle.
“I founded Connectd to level the playing field and give everyone a chance to build something, regardless of who they are or how they grew up.”
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The Millennial Entrepreneur#60: How to Gear For Investment; Interview with an Angel Investor – Roei SamuelIn this episode, I spoke with Roei Samuel, angel investor and entrepreneur who successfully exited his previous company after attracting 4.5m usersWe covered:- The journey of how Roei started his company to how it got successfully acquired a few years later- As a start-up, how you can effectively gear yourself up for angel investors- Tips and advice of how to convert interest from an angel investor into money in your bank account---The Millennial Entrepreneur publishes a new episode EVERY WEEK, showcasing...2021-06-3035 min
Wake Up to MoneyMillion By 30: Roei SamuelRoei Samuel talks to Sean Farrington about setting up e-sports business Real Sport which he sold in a multi-million pound deal and about how having ADHD affected his education and career choices.2021-06-0935 min
London Fintech PodcastLFP178 – Connecting Startups, Investors, NEDs/Advisors/Mentors w/Roei Samuel CEO Connectd
Way back in the day LFP002 was with matchi.biz who were creating a marketplace to connect innovative firms with incumbents who needed that innovation so the idea of a connection function or market has been around for some time. As matchi.biz were acquired by KPMG in 2017 they were clearly not only successful at creating such a marketplace but did it so well that like a hoover hoovering itself up they got sucked thru their own portal too.
Can these concepts apply to enabling and empowering entrepreneurs? After all the most useful...2021-05-0644 min
Plugged IntoLessons from successful entrepreneur Roei SamuelIn this episode we speak to Roei Samuels, Founder, investor and mentor. We discuss the key things artists who are looking to start a business need to be looking at and also how to overcome some key barriers that they might be facing. Roei founded RealSport, a fan-oriented sports media and content creation platform with over 9m monthly active users and was acquired in 2018 by Gfinity. He more recently has started a company to help founders connect to investors with Connectd. He has faced all the problems and barriers entrepreneurs have had and we translate...2021-02-1015 min