connecting for FUTURE

We believe that the power of technology can help us overcome current challenges and pave the way for a brighter future! ✨ Join us on the journey of connection and innovation through our podcast "Connecting For Future" 🎙️🎧

Connecting for Future, hosted by Christian Koesling, Global Lead for Defense at Vodafone Business, is your go-to podcast for powerful conversations at the intersection of technology, leadership, and sustainable change.

In each episode, we connect with trailblazers, visionaries, and changemakers who are redefining the way we work, live, and lead in the new normal. Whether it’s about building resilient mindsets, fostering inclusive leadership, or embracing tech for good—this podcast inspires you to take action and drive transformation in your world.

🔍 From Defense to Digital, Public Sector to Purpose-Driven Tech, Christian brings over a decade of global experience and curiosity to every conversation.

Let’s bridge ideas, inspire innovation, and create meaningful impact—together.

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👉 Stay updated with host Christian Koesling on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ckoesling/

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Latest episodes

#21 Command, Connect, Lead: The Future of Leadership with Erick Ocasio

#21 Command, Connect, Lead: The Future of Leadership with Erick Ocasio

17m 46s

When two podcast hosts, old friends, and leaders from very different worlds come together — you get more than conversation. You get soul.

In this high-energy episode of Connecting For Future, host Christian from Vodafone Business sits down with Erick Ocasio and Sarah from US Army Europe and Africa to explore the powerful intersection of leadership, military strategy, and future-ready technology.

Set against a nostalgic soundtrack (yes, we’re talking Boyz II Men), this episode dives deep into experience, trust, technology, and what it really means to lead through complexity — with a tie on and a story to tell.

Whether...

#20 Future Forward with Marika Auramo, CEO Vodafone Business: Redefining Leadership and the B2B Future at OMR 2025

#20 Future Forward with Marika Auramo, CEO Vodafone Business: Redefining Leadership and the B2B Future at OMR 2025

18m 23s

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...

#19 Becoming the Best of the Best – what B2B can learn from Football & Cristiano Ronaldo ⚽ with Paul McVeigh

#19 Becoming the Best of the Best – what B2B can learn from Football & Cristiano Ronaldo ⚽ with Paul McVeigh

44m 7s

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...

#18 Veesion - AI-powered video surveillance 🤖 with Benoît Koenig, Co-Founder @Veesion

#18 Veesion - AI-powered video surveillance 🤖 with Benoît Koenig, Co-Founder @Veesion

26m 27s

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...