The CTO Show With Mehmet Weekly Recap 6 August 2023

August 06, 2023

Welcome to the 27th edition of the CTO Show with Mehmet Weekly Summary Newsletter.

What is inside?

-     Weekly Insights & Updates

-     Recommended Resources and Tools

-     Episodes Recap

Hello everyone,

I'm thrilled to see our community growing, between LinkedIn and Substack – we're now at 1231 subscribers strong!

Each of you fuels my commitment and inspires my energy. Your support is making 'The CTO Show With Mehmet' a thriving hub for tech enthusiasts, startups, and entrepreneurs. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.

Here's to an exciting week ahead filled with learning, innovation, and growth!

Now, let's dive into this week's updates…

Weekly Insights, Tips & Updates:

1- Startup Highlights: Last week major news of funding came from Africa, the continent promising ecosystem is evolving where Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa are in poll positions as countries; FinTech, Online Deliveries, and HealthTech are the top categories. Worth to mention that according to an article by Top Africa News, Rwanda, Zambia, and Uganda are emerging in attracting Angel Investors.

2- Tip Of The Week: For startups, cybersecurity is a must, not an afterthought. Implement basic measures like two-factor authentication and regular updates, and consider professional services to keep your innovative ideas secure.

3- A Shoutout To Our UAE and Kuwait Audience: I shared yesterday that I was honored to see the podcast in the top 100 again this time in Kuwait ranking at the 20th position while peaking at 46 in UAE under the Entrepreneurship category in the Apple Podcast Top Charts. Thank you!

4- Breaking Record: Last week I broke a record in the number of episodes I recorded in a single week, 10 to be exact.

5- New Community Is Almost Ready: I had to evaluate different platforms and a couple of strategies but I can say we are almost ready to launch toward mid of next week.

6- Masterclasses Starting: We will have the first Mastermind for August soon. More details will follow

Recommended Resources and Tools (Please note: Some of the resources linked in this section are affiliate links):

100DaysOfNoCode Max Haining has put an amazing new curriculum all together where now they are offering his famous NoCode bootcamp with a blend of AI. If you are interested to join the next cohort click the link here , if you want to have a discount coupon reach out directly to me.

InvoiceBerry: is a simple online invoicing software that helps you to create and send invoices and quotes, track expenses and payments and create various reports. The software was developed having small businesses, freelancers, and sole traders in mind, and it is very easy to use.

Softr: Enhance your business or build your MVP with Softr, the seamless platform for building applications without coding. Ideal for startups and SMEs, Explore this awesome platform and get in touch for assistance.

Episodes Recap:

This week, we had 5 interviews on different topics. Let us review what was on the air, remember all episodes are available on YouTube as well:

At the beginning of the week, on episode 183:

Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about data management in AI, as Kevin Marcus, CTO of Versium Analytics, joins us to unravel the mysteries of modern data handling. This episode promises to reshape your understanding of the implications of the end of third-party cookies on brands and the paramount role of high-quality data in the effectiveness of AI. We delve into the nitty-gritty of how poor data can drastically cut down the predictive capabilities of AI models and why robust relationships with the user base are now more critical than ever.

Have you ever wondered how someone goes from running a tour operation in Bali to building a six-figure digital business within a year? We chat with Tina Dahmen, a businesswoman who accomplished just that, in a transformative first year. She shares her insightful strategies on client acquisition, funnel creation, and lead nurturing. She candidly talks about the importance of creating content that speaks to the pain points of potential clients and running live conversion events, a gold mine of valuable insights for any budding entrepreneur.

Imagine a world where demand and supply are perfectly in sync, where AI and machine learning techniques help businesses to increase revenue while minimizing risks. Sounds too good to be true? Not if you ask our guest for today, Ankur Verma, the founder of TrueGradient. Having honed his skills in the trenches of Walmart Labs and Amazon India, Ankur discusses his journey and the creation of TrueGradient - a groundbreaking platform designed to assist companies in the retail, CPG, FMCG, and D2C industries. He sheds light on how his company uses interconnected models to solve complex issues such as replenishment, pricing, and promotion.

Have you ever wondered why some small insurance brokers are lagging behind in technology adoption while larger firms are charging ahead? Join us on a captivating exploration with Caden Braly, co-founder and CEO of AgentsTech, as he unravels the mystery and shares how his company is bridging the technological divide. Listen in to learn about the challenges he's confronted, the rewards reaped from brokers eager to embrace technology, and how his company has increased revenues and efficiency for independent brokers. This episode is a fascinating insight into the world of tech in insurance and the journey of a startup navigating this space.

Watch the episode here:

Join me as I sit down with Kasia Hein-Peters, MD , a seasoned professional in the healthcare industry, to discuss innovation in healthcare and health tech. Our conversation centers around the hurdles corporate companies face when innovating, and how Kasia and her team created a new business model to increase vaccine access in less developed countries. Kasia also gives her insight on how technology and behavioral sciences can be utilized to improve medical adherence to physician recommendations and the significance of partnering with regulatory agencies to ensure product quality.

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Best, Mehmet