The first quarter of 2020 has brought an unprecedented challenge for most young startups: the coronavirus crisis, the following economic downturn and the likely prospect of an economic recession to follow. In the last eight weeks, I’ve received an unusually high amount of requests for introductions to investors from startups in my network and our portfolio companies. The biggest outtake is that they are struggling with their current financing round, due to sudden need of cash and/or the prospect of the difficult outlook ahead. …
Since I decided to step up and take the leading role as the CEO at Rockstart, officially starting three years ago, I knew somewhere deep down that I would be in for quite a ride. At the time, I had little management experience and also little experience in effectively setting the long-term goals and vision for a larger organization. Three years down the line, I’ve created what I now refer to as the Yearly Reflection Getaway Holiday, which has helped me in the process of solving many of the unforeseen challenges you’ll undeniable experience as a first-time CEO.
Before taking…
Less than a year ago, Rockstart grew beyond the 20-person mark and we needed better processes and clearer goals in order to become a well-oiled machine. Amongst the four founders, I got the honour to take on the role as CEO of the company. Today we have grown to 35 people.
Growing a company’s headcount with such pace requires efficient on-boarding processes and an ongoing alignment of the team. In order to ensure alignment, I came up with a concept we call the Summer Alignment Camp (a name that no one really liked, but stuck with us after all). Next…
Rune Theill
Passion for technology and innovation. Co-Founder & CEO @Rockstart. Enjoy running, kite surfing and hiking.
