About Me

I’ve been launching digital products and websites since I was 13. I’ve also had the incredible opportunity to explore multiple disciplines, from Computer Science to Psychology and many things in between.

I believe that the best innovations combine ideas from far and wide, and therefore I’m an advocate for lifelong learning. Follow your interests. Let your curiosity thrive.

I also believe that there is more to life than screens. Technology is here to help us learn better, to help us live better. But life continues beyond those screens. I’m a believer in Humane Technology, Conscious Capitalism and a supporter of Founders Pledge.

I play football, rock climb, hike and spend plenty of time outdoors.

Here is a little video about me and how I co-founded Chessable

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How I Flintstoned Chessable to Life: More of the Story Behind Our Early Days

As an entrepreneur, there’s a stage in building any startup that isn’t glamorous—it’s the part where you’re working late nights, manually doing things that don’t scale. This approach, known as “Flintstoning,” involves creating the illusion of a fully functional product while executing backend processes manually. At Chessable, we faced this challenge head-on, importing chess courses line by line, gaining invaluable insights into our users’ needs. Discover how this laborious journey laid the groundwork for our success and why embracing the grind can be the key to thriving in the startup world.

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Competing for Attention in a Zero-Sum Game: Lessons from Chessable and the Attention Economy

In today’s digital landscape, capturing users’ attention is a fierce battle, akin to a zero-sum game. With countless apps vying for the same finite resource—our time—how can startups stand out? Discover the power of counter-positioning with unexpected ideas and the concept of the “empty home screen.” By exploring new environments like Web3, entrepreneurs can engage users without competing against hyper-addictive mainstream apps. Join me as I delve into strategies that not only capture attention but also foster genuine, long-lasting connections in an increasingly cluttered world.

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How Chessable Overcame the Cold Start Problem by Focusing on Retention for Sustainable Growth

As an entrepreneur, I’ve learned that overcoming the “cold start problem” is crucial for any startup. When we launched Chessable, we faced the daunting challenge of attracting users without any initial engagement. By prioritizing retention and iterating on our product, we transformed our early adopters into dedicated users who loved the platform. This focus not only helped us refine our offering but also created a sustainable growth model driven by word-of-mouth and user advocacy. Discover how we tackled this challenge and the valuable lessons that continue to shape our journey at Chessable and beyond.

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