TechBBQ '25 Episode 8: Why Data is King: Scaling Subscription Businesses with Fenerum

TechBBQ '25 Episode 8: Why Data is King: Scaling Subscription Businesses with Fenerum

Recorded live from the buzzing floor of Tech BBQ 2025, this episode features Malthe, co-founder of Fenerum—a platform redefining how subscription-based businesses manage billing, data, and cashflow.Malthe shares his unconventional journey: from studying law to building and losing a call center business, and ultimately turning that failure into the foundation for something bigger. What started as frustration with managing subscriptions and unreliable financial data became the spark behind Fenerum.We explore: * Why most SaaS companies don’t actually know their real numbers * The hidden dangers of fragmented tools (Stripe, accounting systems, Excel) * How poor data leads to bad decisions—and lost growth * The importance of retention, churn analysis, and cohort insights * Why cashflow—not growth—is what kills most startups * The challenge of scaling fintech products across different markets and regulations Malthe also shares how Fenerum is tackling these problems by combining billing, payments, accounting integrations, and advanced reporting into one unified system—giving founders full control and confidence in their data.This is a must-listen for SaaS founders, operators, and anyone building in fintech or subscription-based business models.

TechBBQ '25 Episode 5: Gamification of finances with Victor Barres

In this TechBBQ 2025 podcast episode, Christian sits down with Victor, a Spain-born industrial engineer and recent Master’s graduate from Lund, Sweden, to talk about the startup idea he’s building: a gamified finance education app designed to make personal finance feel as easy—and as addictive—as the apps people already use every day. Victor shares how his Master’s thesis helped spark the concept, how his personal interest in finance and retail investing turned into a startup path, and why he believes there’s a major gap in financial education—especially for young professionals who are digitally native but still feel overwhelmed by money decisions. They discuss: * The shift from an early “Too Good To Go”-style concept into EdTech for finance * The vision of a “Duolingo-style” experience for money—without the intimidation * How to teach finance in real time, based on the decisions people actually face (rent, subscriptions, saving, investing, big purchases) * The challenge of creating a personalized onboarding experience at scale without being intrusive or requiring bank data * Why reducing friction and keeping attention (UX, UI, flow state) is central to the product * Where Victor is now: early-stage validation, mockups, and TechBBQ networking to find a technical co-founder, build an MVP, and test real user behavior A candid conversation about building an early-stage startup, product design, and how gamification could make financial literacy more accessible for everyone.

TechBBQ '25 Episode 4: Nordics & Africa startup scenes with Charles Kinga

In this TechBBQ 2025 podcast episode, Christian sits down with Charles Kinga, one of the key people behind the Nordic Africa Startup Summit—a new initiative launched at TechBBQ to connect the Nordic startup ecosystem with Africa’s fast-growing tech scene. Charles shares his personal journey of coming to Denmark 25 years ago, studying African Studies at the University of Copenhagen, and discovering early on how digitally connected and tech-savvy many African founders were—long before it became a mainstream narrative. That curiosity evolved into a deep interest in how technology and entrepreneurship can create real opportunity across the continent. Together, they unpack how the Nordic Africa Startup Summit was built in just 100 days—like a startup from scratch—bringing in strong partners, attracting leading voices from African tech, and creating a platform focused on collaboration rather than pitching. The conversation explores: Why Africa is one of the most underestimated growth markets in the world The role of startups in job creation and economic development Why engagement and long-term collaboration matter more than “sending money and looking away” How tech can help build smarter systems and reduce friction (including corruption) through better infrastructure The bigger goal: moving from “talking about Africa” to talking with Africa—and meeting founders as people, not labels If you’re curious about investing, building, or partnering in Africa—or want a grounded perspective on where global opportunity is heading—this episode is for you.

TechBBQ '25 Episode 3: The Art of SaaS War: Why ‘Keep It Simple, Stupid’ Wins with Anders @ Herodesk

What does it really take to win in the brutal world of SaaS—especially when you’re bootstrapped, up against industry giants, and determined to do things your own way? In this episode, Anders from Herodesk shares his unapologetically simple playbook for SaaS success. We dive into the “Keep It Simple, Stupid” (KISS) philosophy that’s powered Herodesk’s explosive growth—from solo founder to a thriving, cashflow-positive business taking on the big names in customer service software. Anders reveals the real-life battles behind building a product that customers love, the hard lessons of hiring, and why simplicity beats complexity every time. Expect candid stories about scaling without investors, the power of founder-led sales, and how Herodesk is using AI to make customer support smarter—not just trendier. If you’re tired of SaaS hype and want to hear how focus, grit, and ruthless simplicity can actually win the war, this episode is for you. This episode was presented in collaboration between: TechBBQ | www.techbbq.dk Finaman.ai | www.finaman.ai Silent Events DK | www.silent.dk

TechBBQ '25 Episode 2: Think Your Google Account Is Safe? Think Again with Nadia from SKYTek

Think your Google account is safe? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Nadia from SkyTek pulls back the curtain on the hidden risks most companies ignore when it comes to Google Workspace and cloud security. Nadia shares her journey from “the dark corners of accounting” to becoming COO at a tech company fighting on the cybersecurity frontlines. She reveals why even the smallest businesses are prime targets for hackers, and why trusting Google (or any big provider) to handle all your security is a dangerous myth. We dig into the overlooked essentials: why DMARC and domain security are now non-negotiable, how AI can make us both smarter and lazier, and what happens when you don’t “lock the digital door.” Nadia gives practical advice for protecting your business—without needing a full-time IT department. Bottom line: If you think Google’s got your back, this episode is your wake-up call. Listen in to learn the steps you need to take today to keep your business safe from tomorrow’s cyber threats. This episode was presented in collaboration between: TechBBQ | www.techbbq.dk Finaman.ai | www.finaman.ai Silent Events DK | www.silent.dk