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Welcome to the Innovantage podcast, where technology, business, and innovation converge. Join host Max Golikov as we explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence and digital advancements across various industries. Each episode features in-depth conversations with industry leaders and offers practical insights on integrating technology into your business. Subscribe to stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape and discover how AI drives change and inspires new business strategies. Tune in to unlock your competitive edge in the world of technology!
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53 minutes ago
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, Thibaud De Keyzer — CEO of Mobilexpense, Board Advisor at TechWolf, and Strategic Advisor at Fortino Capital — joins us to share a CEO’s playbook for leading AI transformation.
From boardrooms to AI task forces, Thibaud is at the center of how leaders can move beyond buzzwords and turn artificial intelligence into a competitive edge. Under his leadership, Mobilexpense is evolving into an “autonomous enterprise” — where AI doesn’t just optimize operations, but reshapes what leadership and decision-making look like in the digital age.
Discover how to:
➡️ Lead AI from the CEO seat — and why delegation isn’t enough
➡️ Spot real business value in AI projects (and filter out the hype)
➡️ Justify AI investments with ROI, not buzzwords
➡️ Embed AI into company culture and overcome resistance
➡️ Structure AI task forces and governance for sustainable execution
➡️ Stay curious as a CEO and unlearn outdated leadership habits
➡️ Compete in SaaS markets where AI is no longer optional, but essential Thibaud’s perspective brings both the investor’s lens and the operator’s urgency.
Whether you’re a founder, executive, or simply curious about how AI is changing the future of leadership, this episode delivers practical insights on turning vision into execution.
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Innovation isn’t just about adopting new tools — it’s about how leaders choose to guide their companies through change. This conversation is your inside look at how a CEO turns AI into a driver of resilience and growth.

Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Bridging Policy and Innovation with Ausrine Armonaite | Innovantage Podcast #30
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, Max Golikov sits down with Aušrinė Armonaitė — former Lithuanian Minister of Economy & Innovation and now Head of Investor Relations at prop-tech crowdfunding leader InRento.
Disclaimer: Investing involves the risk of losing some or all of the amount invested, so it is recommended to diversify your investments and evaluate them responsibly.
From parliamentary debates to startup boardrooms, Aušrinė has seen first-hand how policy and innovation collide — and how the right leadership can turn crises into catalysts for growth.
Discover how to:
➡️ Build a national innovation ecosystem that attracts investors and empowers startups
➡️ Leverage policy to fuel economic resilience during global disruptions
➡️ Transition from public service to tech leadership — and bring the best of both worlds with you
➡️ Use global perspectives to position Europe in the worldwide innovation race
➡️ Spot the future trends in prop-tech, fintech, and emerging technologies Aušrinė brings a rare dual lens — the policymaker’s grasp of macroeconomic levers and the founder’s agility to execute in fast-moving markets.
Whether you’re scaling a startup, shaping policy, or simply curious about how nations foster innovation, this conversation offers actionable lessons from both sides of the table.
Connect with Our Guest Aušrinė Armonaitė – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ausrine-armonaite
Connect with Max (Host) Max Golikov – https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxim-golikov/
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Innovation doesn’t just happen in labs or boardrooms — it’s shaped by the policies, partnerships, and people who dare to think differently. This episode is your front-row seat to how it all comes together.

Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, Max Golikov sits down with Denis Leysen — Co-Founder at noah., AI adoption strategist, and former enterprise consultant with deep roots in family entrepreneurship. Together, they dive into what it really takes to implement AI in real-world organizations — especially when you're bootstrapping, not burning VC cash.
Discover how to:
➡️ Build AI solutions that SMEs actually want (and can afford)
➡️ Bootstrap a startup in the enterprise space — without losing control or momentum ➡️ Navigate the hidden blockers of enterprise AI adoption
➡️ Learn from legacy: how Denis’s family consultancy journey shaped his leadership mindset
➡️ Embed a data culture across teams and lead sustainable transformation
Denis brings a grounded, practical lens to AI — not the hype, but the hands-on work of building, selling, and embedding innovation in companies that don’t have time (or budget) to waste. Whether you’re a founder, consultant, or digital leader inside a traditional business, this episode is full of real lessons from the frontlines.
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Connect with Max (Host) Max Golikov – / maxim-golikov
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AI is moving fast — but lasting impact comes from mindset, not just models. If you're building innovation from the ground up, this episode is essential listening.

Thursday Jul 17, 2025
AI and Business Model Transformation with Adriana Grüschow | Innovantage Podcast #28
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, host Max Golikov sits down with Adriana Grüschow — Industry Lead Business Development Manager at Zühlke Group and a seasoned expert in smart connected solutions, complex innovation, and sustainability in the industrial sector. Together, they explore what it really takes to bridge hardware with AI — and how IoT is reshaping not just products, but entire business models.
Discover how to:
➡️ Move beyond buzzwords and align AI with real-world business challenges
➡️ Navigate the shift from selling products to delivering services — and why this matters now more than ever
➡️ Scale IoT initiatives from proof of concept to profit-driving solutions
➡️ Understand the impact of the EU Data Act — and why data ownership is the next big frontier
➡️ Lead successful digital transformation in traditional industries Adriana brings rare clarity and cross-disciplinary insight — blending engineering expertise with business strategy to tackle the complex challenges of industrial innovation.
Whether you're building IoT products, leading transformation efforts, or just trying to separate the hype from the opportunity, this conversation is packed with actionable lessons. 🎙 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!
Connect with Our Guest Adriana Grüschow – https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriana-grueschow/
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Tech is changing. Business models are evolving.
If you're serious about leading innovation — this episode is a must-listen.

Thursday Jul 03, 2025
PR, Policy & AI: Europe’s Tech Voice with Remco Janssen | Innovantage Podcast #27
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, host Max Golikov sits down with Remco Janssen — founder of Silicon Canals, one of Europe’s leading tech media outlets, and a tireless advocate for European innovation, startups, and smart tech policy. Together, they unpack how Europe can tell its own story — and why now is a critical moment for startups to get strategic about media, policy, and AI.
Discover how to:
➡️ Avoid the most common PR mistakes startups make — and tell stories that actually get coverage
➡️ Think beyond the funding announcement and build long-term visibility in European media
➡️ Understand how regulation shapes trust — and why it doesn’t have to kill innovation
➡️ Navigate the role of AI in Europe’s economic future — from productivity to policymaking
➡️ Explore what trustworthy AI really means — and where Europe can lead globally
About the guest:
Remco brings a no-nonsense, clear-eyed view of where Europe stands today — and what it’ll take to build a more confident, competitive, and collaborative tech ecosystem across the continent. If you're building in Europe, scaling a startup, or just curious about how PR, policy, and AI intersect — this episode is packed with practical insights and bold perspectives.
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Connect with Remco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/remcojanssen/
Connect with Max (Host) Max Golikov – https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxim-golikov/
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Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, host Max Golikov is joined by Dominique De Cooman — Founder, CTO, and co-CEO of Dropsolid, a leading Digital Experience Company based in Ghent, Belgium. Get ready for an insightful conversation as Dominique takes us through the evolution of Digital Experience Platforms (DXPs) and how AI is shaping the future of digital ecosystems.
Discover how to:
➡️ Understand the shift from traditional CMSs to intelligent, AI-driven Digital Experience Platforms.
➡️ Harness AI for personalized content at scale and drive more effective engagement.
➡️ Integrate open-source solutions like Drupal to enhance flexibility and control in enterprise and government solutions.
➡️ Prepare for the future of AI agents, orchestration layers, and fully autonomous content workflows.
➡️ Navigate the complex balance between openness, sovereignty, and business agility in the digital world.
Dominique shares his incredible journey from leading software engineering projects to transforming Dropsolid into an AI-first digital product company. He dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into digital experiences, the importance of open-source sovereignty, and how future digital ecosystems will be shaped by intelligent agents and orchestration layers. If you're passionate about the future of AI, digital transformation, and how these technologies are revolutionizing digital experiences, this episode is packed with valuable insights that will help you stay ahead of the curve.
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Embrace the future of digital experiences. Tune in now!

Thursday Jun 05, 2025
Leadership, Diversity, and Agentic AI | Innovantage Podcast #25
Thursday Jun 05, 2025
Thursday Jun 05, 2025
In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, host Max Golikov sits down with Stijn Staes — Founder of Stappen met Stijn, trusted transformation counselor, and podcast host — for an eye-opening conversation on leadership, diversity, and the evolving partnership between humans and agentic AI. Whether you’re navigating your first leadership role or
driving transformation at scale, this episode is packed with practical insights and thought-provoking ideas to shape the future of work.
Discover how to:
➡️ Build truly diverse teams — and avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes organizations make.
➡️ Create psychological safety so every voice is heard, valued, and empowered to contribute.
➡️ Lead large-scale organizational change with minimal turnover and maximum trust. ➡️ Identify and nurture hidden talent within your teams, turning career development into a retention superpower.
➡️ Strike the right balance between human intuition and AI-driven insights, ensuring ethical and effective leadership in a tech-driven world.
Stijn shares hard-won lessons from his journey — from youth movement leadership and nursing to guiding executive teams through complex transformations. He reveals practical strategies for fostering psychological safety, building multicultural teams, and making technology serve both people and progress. You’ll also hear candid stories of resistance and resilience during major restructurings, along with Stijn’s take on the leadership trends that will define the next decade. If you’re ready to future-proof your leadership style and build organizations where diversity, ethics, and innovation thrive together, this episode is your next playbook. 🎙 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!
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Stijn Staes – https://www.linkedin.com/in/stijnstaes/
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Lead with empathy. Lead with vision. Lead with purpose. Tune in now!

Thursday May 22, 2025
Unlock Agile Tech Teams with Team Topologies | Innovantage Podcast #24
Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
In this episode of The Innovantage Podcast, host Max Golikov interviews Thiago de Faria, Senior Solutions Architect at AWS and a recognized Team Topologies expert, to discuss how organizations can modernize their architecture, scale engineering teams effectively, and implement AI strategies that actually work. Whether you're a CTO, software architect, DevOps lead, or tech-savvy founder, this episode offers actionable advice on how to transform your tech teams, workflows, and organizational design using proven frameworks like Team Topologies, cloud-native architecture, and grounded AI implementation.
Key Topics Covered
➡️ What is Team Topologies and why it's a game-changer for scaling tech teams.
➡️ How to modernize your cloud architecture to support agility and innovation.
➡️ Avoiding common mistakes in org design and AI adoption.
➡️ How cloud has evolved into a business enabler, not just infrastructure.
➡️ The role of psychological safety, storytelling, and curiosity in tech leadership.
➡️ How to integrate AI/ML meaningfully into enterprise systems.
About Our Guest
Thiago de Faria helps global organizations adopt cloud-native architectures and transform their engineering culture. He’s an advocate for kind, scalable tech teams, a former EMEA Startup Architect Leader, and an expert in bridging business outcomes with modern engineering practices.
Connect with Our Guest Thiago de Faria – https://www.linkedin.com/in/thiagoavadore/
Connect with Max (Host) Max Golikov – https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxim-golikov/
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Modernize with purpose. Lead with empathy. Architect for agility. Tune in now!

About Max, THE HOST
Max Golikov is a business development executive and the dynamic host of the Innovantage podcast. Serving as the Chief Business Development Officer at Sigli, Max has significantly contributed to the fields of digital product development and business strategy. His expertise in leveraging cutting-edge technologies for market expansion has propelled numerous projects to success.
Max's extensive experience includes guiding companies through digital transformations, enhancing their competitive edge in various industries. He holds a degree from Antwerp Management School and has been instrumental in pioneering innovative approaches within the tech industry. As an educator and mentor, Max is dedicated to fostering the next generation of tech leaders.
The Innovantage podcast, under Max's guidance, has become a premier platform for exploring how technology and business intersect to drive growth and innovation. His engaging interviewing style and deep industry knowledge provide listeners with invaluable insights into the latest trends and advancements.