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Keep IT Healthy | Podcast by Applover

Keep IT Healthy | Podcast by Applover

By Keep IT Healthy | Podcast by Applover

Welcome to Keep IT Healthy Podcast - a show hosted by people making things happen in technology, aiming to optimize healthcare delivery, health, well-being and fitness. My name is Jan Kamiński, I’m the Co-Founder and CSO of Applover, a company dedicated to improving the quality of life with IT solutions and digital advisory.
Founded in 2016, Applover was recognized by Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking. ISO 13485 certified.
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Why Most Health Apps Fail: The Secret to Engaging and Retaining Users | Adrian Kochsiek, Founder & CEO at ONVY HealthTech Group

Keep IT Healthy | Podcast by ApploverApr 11, 2024

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Why Most Health Apps Fail: The Secret to Engaging and Retaining Users | Adrian Kochsiek, Founder & CEO at ONVY HealthTech Group

Why Most Health Apps Fail: The Secret to Engaging and Retaining Users | Adrian Kochsiek, Founder & CEO at ONVY HealthTech Group

Imagine a world where healthcare preemptively addresses potential illnesses before they escalate into serious conditions. Discover how the seamless fusion of artificial intelligence and wearable tech is redefining our approach to health management. From tracking vitals in real-time to offering personalized health insights, the landscape of healthcare is undergoing a radical transformation. How will society adapt to this new level of personal health monitoring?


In this episode you’ll hear about:

👉🏻 The Evolution of Healthtech through AI and Wearable Technology

👉🏻 Proactive Healthcare versus Reactive Sick Care

👉🏻 Navigating the Healthtech Startup Ecosystem

👉🏻 The Future of Wearable Health Technology

👉🏻 Data Privacy and Security in Healthtech


Our guest is Adrian Kochsiek, Founder & CEO of the ONVY HealthTech Group

Serial HealthTech Entrepreneur / 5+ years @UnternehmerTUM - Europe's leading center for digital innovation and tech business creation / Founder & CEO of ONVY HealthTech Group / Former CEO of MitoCare / Personal Performance Coach for several Top-level Athletes.

You can find Adrian here:

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-kochsiek/

👉🏻 https://www.onvy.health/


Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

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👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Apr 11, 202439:30
How a People-First Startup Is Transforming HealthTech | Marija Skujina, CEO at Plan Your Baby

How a People-First Startup Is Transforming HealthTech | Marija Skujina, CEO at Plan Your Baby

Still focusing only on the “tech” in your HealthTech startup? Discover how the fusion of cutting-edge technology with a deeply patient-centric approach is setting a new standard. From the innovative use of telehealth to make treatments more accessible to tailoring care to meet each patient's unique needs, discover how these approaches are making the fertility journey less daunting. Learn about the future of fertility care, where technology and compassion go hand in hand to support couples in their most vulnerable times.


In this episode you’ll hear about:

1. How Plan Your Baby leverages telehealth to make fertility treatments more accessible and reduce the emotional and financial burden on patients.

2. Insights into the cutting-edge technologies, including time-lapse incubators and AI, used by Plan Your Baby to improve patient outcomes.

3. The importance of psychological support for couples undergoing fertility treatments, highlighting the clinic's integrated approach to mental health.

4. Vision for the future of fertility treatments, with a focus on expanding telehealth services and adopting new technologies to personalize patient care further.

5. The rationale behind Plan Your Baby's expansion to new markets like Dubai and future plans for global growth.

6. How a patient-centric approach, including immediate communication and home services, transforms the experience of fertility care.


Our guest is Marija Skujina, CEO & Founder Plan Your Baby

A globally recognised ESHRE Certified Senior Fertility Nurse Specialist with over 13 years of experience across the private, public and international healthcare sector. Specialising in complex fertility issues, having worked at the ARGC, Marija is now disrupting the traditional fertility sector and Founded Plan Your Baby in 2022. Plan Your Baby successfully won and was recognised in 2023 by FemTech Lab Accelerator as the ‘top company to watch’ and as the winner of Femovate 2023, Plan Your Baby is a Telehealth Clinic offering Fertility treatments and end-to-end monitoring. Marija aims to support maximum successful pregnancies through assistance with conception and minimise the number requiring IVF. In the last year, Plan Your Baby has successfully helped 80% of all clients have healthy and successful pregnancies without IVF and has a global, international presence virtually and HQs in Dubai and London.

You can find Marija here:

👉🏻 https://planyourbaby.co.uk/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/marija-skujina/


Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

Follow and find more inspiration:

👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Mar 28, 202431:49
How synthetic biology reshapes UX, climate and more | Karolina Sulich, Research Assistant at NY Tandon School of Engineering

How synthetic biology reshapes UX, climate and more | Karolina Sulich, Research Assistant at NY Tandon School of Engineering

Discover how the blend of computer science, biology, and engineering is unlocking the door to the future and how scientists are harnessing the power of microorganisms to fight climate change. You might be surprised by the kind of superpower that biology has.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

- Highlights of the cross-disciplinary nature of synthetic biology

- The ethical considerations of synthetic biology

- Carbon capture and enhancing photosynthesis in plants for climate change mitigation

- The role of biology in User Experience


Our guest is Karolina Sulich, Research Assistant at NY Tandon School of Engineering

Karolina is a multifaceted professional with a strong focus on biotechnology, project management, and design. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at NYU Tandon School of Engineering in Elizabeth Hanaff lab (http://idm.engineering.nyu.edu/henafflab/), she is also a Fulbright Scholar and used to work as a Senior Project Manager at A4BEE - IT company focusing on biotech industry (https://a4bee.com). Karolina's expertise includes digital project management, public lectures, and negotiation. Karolina's experience spans academia, NGOs, and startups, with skills in wet lab design and UX/UI. Her work is driven by core values of sustainability, agency, and responsibility.

You can find Karolina here:

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolina-m-sulich-96b2b6152/

Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

Follow and find more inspiration:

👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Mar 14, 202432:43
Bridging Bytes and Biology: IT's Impact on Healthcare | Karolina Marzantowicz, Co-Founder of A4BEE

Bridging Bytes and Biology: IT's Impact on Healthcare | Karolina Marzantowicz, Co-Founder of A4BEE

Get an insider's perspective on creating a tech company that's not just surviving but thriving in today's fast-paced world. From adopting a four-day workweek to fostering a culture of innovation and employee well-being, learn what it takes to build a company that attracts top talent and delivers cutting-edge solutions. Discover how innovations in Biotech are not just enhancing efficiency but also paving the way for personalized medicine and local production capabilities.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

  • How IT innovations are revolutionizing healthcare and biotech sectors.
  • Insights into the hurdles and successes faced when transitioning from a corporate tech role to entrepreneurship.
  • A look into the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing with innovative technology.


Our guest is Karolina Marzantowicz,

Karolina Marzantowicz is a serial innovator who thrives on identifying global growth opportunities and inspiring success in others. With a unique blend of technology, business acumen, and psychology expertise, she leads the charge in fostering curiosity and adaptability in the fast-paced IT landscape, driving organizational agility. Having spent 15 years in global tech leadership roles at IBM, Karolina co-founded two game-changing startups, A4BEE and the acclaimed Modica, recognized in 2023 as the Best Biotech Startup in Central Europe. She has passion for life sciences and biotech, coupled with her belief in technology's sustainable transformative power. Author and co-author of publications, two books, and two patents. She's honed her expertise through academic pursuits at Warsaw University, Boston University, and the London Business School excelling in AI, Quantum, Cryptography and Leadership. Beyond her professional journey, Karolina is a proud mother of three kids.

You can find Karolina here:

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolinamarzantowicz/


Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

Follow and find more inspiration:

👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Feb 29, 202443:48
Could AI become the ultimate sports coach? | Lance Watson, LifeSport Coaching

Could AI become the ultimate sports coach? | Lance Watson, LifeSport Coaching

Coaches are using advanced technologies to track progress and tailor workouts. The integration of data analytics and AI in coaching is not just about numbers but about crafting champions. Is the future of training in data? Is it possible to use technology to shape training while preserving the essence of the coach-athlete relationship?

In this episode you’ll hear about:

- The evolution of triathlon training from manual to digital, highlighting the role of technology.

- The significance of personalized training plans in enhancing athlete performance.

- Insights into the psychological aspects of training that go beyond physical preparation.

- The potential and challenges of integrating AI into coaching practices.

- The balance between data-driven coaching and maintaining a personal touch.


Our guest is Lance Watson

Lance is an Olympic Gold Medal coach and one of only four IRONMAN Master Coaches. Lance has coached at numerous world championships and major Games, including the past four Olympic Games. In 2015 Lance was inducted into the Triathlon Hall of Fame for coaching. He holds a degree in Human Kinetics and a minor in Sport Psychology. He is an NCCP Level IV certified master triathlon coach and a NCCP Level III distance running coach. Lance specializes in coaching athletes of all abilities with busy life schedules, who want the most out of their available training time.

You can find Lance here:

👉🏻 https://www.instagram.com/coach.lance/

👉🏻 https://lifesportcoaching.com/


Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

Follow and find more inspiration:

👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Feb 15, 202447:40
Unlocking the $4 Billion Sports Tech Investment | Rohn Malhotra, SportsTechX

Unlocking the $4 Billion Sports Tech Investment | Rohn Malhotra, SportsTechX

In the fast-paced world of sports tech startups, knowing the rules of the game is crucial. However, the key to real success lies beyond just strategies, in a realm often underestimated by entrepreneurs.


In this episode you’ll hear about:

- Analysis of the investment landscape and how it's shaping the sports tech industry.

- Practical tips and strategies for new startups in the sports tech field.

- Predictions and emerging trends shaping the future of sports technology.

- Exploring the difficulties faced when scaling sports tech startups.

- How sports tech companies can remain agile and responsive to evolving market demands.


Our guest is Rohn Malhotra, co-founder of SportsTechX


Rohn is a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience as a founder and mentor to multiple startups after starting his career as a management consultant. Currently he is the co-founder of Berlin-based SportsTechX, the leading market intelligence company for all things related to sports and innovation. Rohn is also an Investment Director at a SportsTech VC, a regular speaker at conferences, has served as a mentor / judge at prominent startup accelerators and competitions, and is a guest lecturer to MBA programs.


You can find Rohn here:

👉🏻 SportsTechX.com

👉🏻 Ron@SportsTechX.com

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohnmalhotra/


Applover⁠ is an ISO 13485-certified Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by the Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.


Follow and find more inspiration:

👉🏻 https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house/

Feb 01, 202459:41
Fueling for Victory: The Tech Approach to Athlete Performance with Aitor Viribay, Lead Performance Nutritionist at INEOS Grenadiers Cycling Team
Jan 18, 202447:02
André Siegl | Exploring Innovations in Recreational Sports Training
Jan 10, 202447:33
Jaime Cervantes I Unlocking the Humanistic Approach to Leadership
Dec 21, 202338:52
Jaime Cervantes | Beyond Technological Advancements in Healthcare
Dec 12, 202343:10
Gene Gurkoff | How to build a global community that makes an impact, and how many miles can you run... backwards?

Gene Gurkoff | How to build a global community that makes an impact, and how many miles can you run... backwards?

In the world of digital purpose-driven entrepreneurship, our guest stands out as a source of inspiration, especially for the healthcare industry. As a founder and CEO of Charity Miles, he has dedicated his career to helping in the fight for the health of others.
Meet Gene Gurkoff, Founder of
Charity Miles and host of the Charity Miles Podcast
This time appears as a guest on episode 9 of the podcast by Applover.
Applover⁠ is a Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by Financial Times in the 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and 2021, in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking. ISO 13485 certified.

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👇🏻
https://applover.com/blog/

👉🏻 https://www.facebook.com/apploversoftware/

👉🏻 https://www.instagram.com/apploversoftware/


👉🏻 https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house


👉🏻 https://github.com/ApploverSoftware


👉🏻 https://www.behance.net/applover


👉🏻 https://dribbble.com/applover_team

Nov 30, 202352:01
 Andreas Gschaider | Kick Off Your Best Season Yet: A Dive into B42's Winning Strategy
Nov 23, 202345:22
Alberto Conde Mellado, founder of Glucovibes: Unlocking the Power of Data and Personalized Healthcare
Nov 09, 202348:29
Chris Blomfield-Brown Reveals The Secrets of Sports Performance, Core Body Temperature and Biometric Innovation
Oct 26, 202344:55
Uli Fluhme | Unveiling the Passion and Excellence of Uli Fluhme: A Journey from Law and Finance to GFNY
Oct 12, 202351:15
Erin Carson | The journey from strength training for elite athletes to an app, providing training programs
Sep 28, 202301:00:37
Marco Altini | How to create a revolutionary training app, and what does everyone who develops software need to keep in mind?
Aug 31, 202347:21
Swapan Chaudhuri | How can AI help to take care of the environment, and why newspapers will disappear in a few years?
Aug 03, 202359:05
C.Mikael Mattsson | How to run a company that creates algorithms and software to support the development of athletes' careers... between successive endurance rallies in the deserts?
Jul 20, 202301:11:09
Gear Fisher | How to successfully exit your startup, why use video in training athletes and what is a Minimum Delightful Product?

Gear Fisher | How to successfully exit your startup, why use video in training athletes and what is a Minimum Delightful Product?

Jul 06, 202301:11:25
Omar Mendoza | Key benefits of integrating different cultures, business models, market segmentation, and processes

Omar Mendoza | Key benefits of integrating different cultures, business models, market segmentation, and processes

Listen to episode 4 of the podcast by Applover to get to know:

  • What are the non-obvious benefits of integrating different cultures, business models, market segmentation, and processes?
  • How to balance the demands of a C-level manager's role with personal life and leisure activities 🏃
  • What are 'superpowers' that C-level managers consider the most important 🕴🏻
  • What will be the most important directions of the development of digitization of the insurance sector ☝️
  • How will health tech solutions change the insurance sector in the coming years 📲
  • What challenges are we facing in its technological development 🔝
  • How IT solutions may support the values that the company provides to the market 💻
  • How to foster a work environment that promotes creativity and opportunity 👨‍🎓


Listen to Omar Mendoza, experienced C-level manager and Managing Director at HDI Global Mexico, interviewed by Jan Kamiński in episode 4 of the podcast by Applover.

Applover⁠ is a Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016, a team of nearly 160 experts has developed over 200 projects. Applover was recognized by Financial Times in 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as a Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and in 2021 it was distinguished in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

Follow and find the inspiration: 👇🏻 ⁠https://applover.com/blog/⁠ 👉🏻 ⁠https://www.facebook.com/apploversoftware/⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/apploversoftware/⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://github.com/ApploverSoftware⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.behance.net/applover⁠


👉🏻 ⁠https://dribbble.com/applover_team

Jun 22, 202301:00:59
Iñaki de la Parra | Is it possible to become a triathlon champion and successfully develop 7 companies in several countries ... by mistake?
Jun 09, 202301:06:09
Renata Talarek | What does triathlon have to do with mobile applications and taking care of kids' health?
May 25, 202343:02
Piotr Sędzik | Where are the beginnings of Applover and... what has Budapest got to do with it?

Piotr Sędzik | Where are the beginnings of Applover and... what has Budapest got to do with it?

  • What are the 3️⃣ key success factors of a healthcare technology? 📈
  • What is a perfect start of the day for a CEOs of tech companies in 2023 ? 🏃🏼‍♂️🍀
  • How were the first customers in the health tech industry acquired? 🤝 ✈️
  • How to create an optimal working environment for IT talents? 🏓 👐🏻 🤡
  • What are the 3 things that make the technology solutions successful? 👏🏻 👑 🔥
  • Why does Applover specialize in HealthTech? 🧑‍⚕️ 👨🏻‍⚕️ 🚑
  • What healthcare industry can gain from digital advisory? 🔝

Piotr Sędzik, CEO and co-founder of Applover, answers the above questions and... many more, asked by Jan Kamiński in episode 1 of the podcast by Applover.

⁠Applover⁠ is a Full-Stack Digital Agency from Wrocław, Poland. Founded in 2016 currently is a team of nearly 160 experts who have so far developed over 220 projects. Applover was recognized by Financial Times in 'FT 1000' ranking in 2023 and by Deloitte as Rising Star (Fast 50 Tech) in the CEE region in 2019, and in 2020 and in 2021 it was distinguished in the main category of the FAST 50 ranking.

SUBSCRIBE and find the inspiration: 👇🏻

⁠https://applover.com/blog/⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.facebook.com/apploversoftware/⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/apploversoftware/⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/applover-software-house⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://github.com/ApploverSoftware⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://www.behance.net/applover⁠

👉🏻 ⁠https://dribbble.com/applover_team

May 11, 202334:15