connecting for FUTURE

In this special episode recorded live at the OMR Festival in Hamburg, we sit down with Marika Auramo, CEO of Vodafone Business, for a powerful conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of B2B.

From her unique leadership mindset to the transformative trends shaping how businesses connect, Marika shares hard-earned insights, fresh perspectives, and practical advice for future leaders navigating a world in flux. We explore the electrifying energy of OMR, the shift toward more human, creative B2B experiences — and the habits that keep Marika grounded at the top.

Plus: a rapid-fire round where we get personal — from...

What does it take to be the best of the best—whether in football, business, or life? 🌟

In this episode of Connecting for Future, we sit down with former Premier League footballer & high-performance expert Paul McVeigh to explore the winning mindset that separates elite performers from the rest. Paul shares first-hand experiences of playing against Cristiano Ronaldo 🐐 and explains what makes him one of the greatest athletes in history.

We also dive into:
🔥 What B2B leaders can learn from football about teamwork, resilience & competition
🏆 The mindset needed to dominate in business & sports
⚡ How...

Connecting for Future – Featuring Benoît Koenig, Co-Founder of Veesion

In this exciting episode of Connecting for Future, we welcome Benoît Koenig, the visionary co-founder of Veesion 🚀, a cutting-edge AI video surveillance solution. Benoît shares his unbelievable journey: how his family had to close several stores in Paris due to shoplifting 🏪💔 and how this inspired him to create a technology that helps retailers tackle theft with intelligence and efficiency.

But that’s not all! Benoît dives deep into:
✨ Practical tips for companies and start-ups on thriving in today’s competitive landscape.
🌍 What Europe needs to do to better...

**Episode #17** In this episode we speak with **Anna-Lena von Hodenburg**, CEO HateAid.

In this episode of Connecting for Future, we dive into the critical intersection of human rights and the digital world. Our guest, Anna-Lena von Hodenburg, CEO of HateAid, sheds light on the growing challenges of online abuse, the erosion of digital rights, and how HateAid is empowering individuals to stand up against hate speech and digital violence.