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Episode #35: Tech for Nature with Tom Vodopivec from Bird Buddy/Wonder

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In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, we explore the journey of Bird Buddy/Wonder, a Slovenian startup that has successfully blended AI, computer vision, and hardware to create a smart bird feeder loved by over half a million people worldwide. Joining us is Tom Vodopivec, COO at Bird Buddy/Wonder, who brings deep expertise in AI, startups, and venture capital.

We dive into:

  • The Bird Buddy journey, from Kickstarter to $100M in revenue
  • How they approach market validation and product developmen
  • The challenges of scaling a tech company across Slovenia and the USA
  • Market differences, talent education, and international expansion
  • What’s next for Bird Buddy/Wonder and the future of tech-for-nature startups

This episode of the Business & Technology vertical was hosted by Frenk Dragar.

If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, learn more about ASEF on our website and consider donating to support the ASEF's mission and programs!

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Chapters

1. Introduction: Meet Bird Buddy & Tom Vodopivec (00:00:00)

2. The Founding Journey: Smart Validation & Kickstarter Launch (00:02:55)

3. Scaling Up: Product, AI & Learning from Users (00:06:10)

4. R&D Philosophy: Validation, Vision & AI Exploration (00:16:46)

5. Expanding the Vision: The Wonder Line & Strategic Validation (00:20:49)

6. Bridging Slovenia & USA: Talent, Culture & Market Dynamics (00:27:46)

7. Future Outlook & Advice for Ambitious Founders (00:36:57)

39 episodes

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In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, we explore the journey of Bird Buddy/Wonder, a Slovenian startup that has successfully blended AI, computer vision, and hardware to create a smart bird feeder loved by over half a million people worldwide. Joining us is Tom Vodopivec, COO at Bird Buddy/Wonder, who brings deep expertise in AI, startups, and venture capital.

We dive into:

  • The Bird Buddy journey, from Kickstarter to $100M in revenue
  • How they approach market validation and product developmen
  • The challenges of scaling a tech company across Slovenia and the USA
  • Market differences, talent education, and international expansion
  • What’s next for Bird Buddy/Wonder and the future of tech-for-nature startups

This episode of the Business & Technology vertical was hosted by Frenk Dragar.

If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, learn more about ASEF on our website and consider donating to support the ASEF's mission and programs!

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction: Meet Bird Buddy & Tom Vodopivec (00:00:00)

2. The Founding Journey: Smart Validation & Kickstarter Launch (00:02:55)

3. Scaling Up: Product, AI & Learning from Users (00:06:10)

4. R&D Philosophy: Validation, Vision & AI Exploration (00:16:46)

5. Expanding the Vision: The Wonder Line & Strategic Validation (00:20:49)

6. Bridging Slovenia & USA: Talent, Culture & Market Dynamics (00:27:46)

7. Future Outlook & Advice for Ambitious Founders (00:36:57)

39 episodes

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