EPISODE
09

Leadership and persistence: Scaling a global brand

► From startup hustle to global muscle: What does it really take to build a billion-dollar brand?

In this episode, we’re joined by Krzysztof Zdanowski, the CEO and Founder of Summa Linguae Technologies. Krzysztof took his company from humble beginnings to becoming one of the leading multilingual data management providers worldwide, with over U$ 30 million in yearly revenue and offices across Europe, America, and Asia. We’ll uncover his journey, the bold decisions that shaped his success, and his unique take on leadership in a global context.

Learn how he navigated cultural differences, embraced AI, and kept the momentum going through tough times. Plus, Krzysztof shares the ups and downs of managing mergers, and his biggest lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make a mark on the world stage.

► Our guest 🌟

Krzysztof Zdanowski 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/krzysztof-zdanowski-3926b322/
Founder & CEO of Summa Linguae Technologies, investor, pilot, and endurance runner passionate about AI and global business strategy.

Timeline

00:00 | Summa Linguae’s first steps
03:52 | Krzysztof’s multicultural background influence on his business
09:00 | The power of networking
11:39 | Milestones and lessons learned
24:37 | Staying on top of time management
29:55 | Local vs. global business insights
31:34 | AI-charging business
38:08 | Building a team and working with investors