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

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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

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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...

#17 HateAid, make the digital world a positive place for everyone with CEO Anna-Lena von Hodenberg

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**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.

#16 from 5G to the anticipated 6G and even 7G technologies with Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dr. h.c. Gerhard Fettweis

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**Episode #16** In this episode we speak with **Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dr. h.c. Gerhard Fettweis**, a distinguished figure in the field of telecommunications. ow innovation and entrepreneurship are shaping the future of technology. Prof. Fettweis shared his insights on the evolution of mobile networks, covering the advancements from 5G to the anticipated 6G and even 7G technologies.

He offered a fascinating glimpse into the future, highlighting how these advancements will revolutionize communication, connectivity, and the digital landscape as a whole.

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