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Ivo Mrena: From a Skateshop to the Top of E-commerce
Ivo Mrena: From a Skateshop to the Top of E-commerce

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Ivo Mrena: From a Skateshop to the Top of E-commerce

Ivo Mrena: From a Skateshop to the Top of E-commerce
Ivo Mrena, CMO of Shoptet and former country manager for Slovakia, has gone through a career journey from fulfilling his childhood dream of owning a skateshop to one of the top po...

2025, the year when Meet&Deal grew up. And what about me?

2025, the year when Meet&Deal grew up. And what about me?
In 2025, the author built up the Meet&Deal project, expanded it to Slovakia, and faced many challenges and lessons along the way. He also took on a new role at BezCykleni and worked an average of 261 hours per month. Looking ahead to 2026, the author wants to continue the expansion of his projects and be more selective in who he collaborates with.

The worst period in my life? Burnout. An expensive but good experience

The worst period in my life? Burnout. An expensive but good experience
In this personal and reflective blog post, the author shares his experience of going through a period of burnout in his life. He discusses the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned about people and personal branding, and the changes he has made in his approach to work and relationships as a result of this difficult experience.

Meet&Deal vol10 report: An event that definitely belongs in the TOP 3

Meet&Deal vol10 report: An event that definitely belongs in the TOP 3
The report highlights the success of the Meet&Deal vol10 Xmas Edition event, with over 200 attendees, a great panel discussion on building communities, a raffle that raised 550k for a good cause, and a fun Secret Santa twist that took networking to the next level. Despite some organizational challenges, the event received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants.

From a Student Template to the Largest E-commerce Conference in Slovakia. Listen to the Interview with Jakub Jarabica

From a Student Template to the Largest E-commerce Conference in Slovakia. Listen to the Interview with Jakub Jarabica
Jakub Jarabica, the leader of one of the most prominent e-commerce companies in Slovakia, Blueweb, shares his journey from a student template to building the largest e-commerce conference in Slovakia, Upterdam. He discusses networking as a necessary skill for introverts, balancing work and personal life, and how e-commerce is not just a business but an environment he wants to build in the long term.

From Advertising to the Sahara. An Interview with Michal Pastier about Creativity and Freedom

From Advertising to the Sahara. An Interview with Michal Pastier about Creativity and Freedom
Michal Pastier, a prominent figure in Slovak marketing and innovation, discusses the role of chaos in business growth, the importance of context in branding, and how he sees entrepreneurship as a form of personal freedom. He talks about his experiences, from co-founding successful companies to writing a bestselling branding book and participating in a grueling rally race in the Sahara desert.

Jakub Čáslava: From a Village Disco to the Most Successful English Learning App

Jakub Čáslava: From a Village Disco to the Most Successful English Learning App
Jakub Čáslava, known as Kubova English, is a creator, teacher, and entrepreneur who has been able to explain even the most complex grammatical concepts in an entertaining way. He went from "drawer" raps and village discos to his own app with an AI avatar, which is now receiving great reviews from users and helping people learn English smartly and without embarrassment.

From the DJ booth to marathons. Yaksha on transformation, community and discipline

From the DJ booth to marathons. Yaksha on transformation, community and discipline
Michal "Yaksha" Novotný is a prominent figure in the Slovak creative and entrepreneurial world, who has transitioned from DJ and streetwear entrepreneur to building a global running community. His story highlights how he navigated major life changes, from the party scene to a focus on health and community through running.

Libor Nádvorník: From Musician to Destiny Project Mailkit

Libor Nádvorník: From Musician to Destiny Project Mailkit
Libor Nádvorník's path led him from a musician to building strategic partnerships and expanding the Czech e-mailing platform Mailkit abroad. He believes networking is about genuine relationships, not just collecting business cards, and that email marketing tools should be selected based on criteria like user-friendliness and integration, not just price.

Meet&Deal continues to expand to Slovakia. What was Upterdam 2025 like?

Meet&Deal continues to expand to Slovakia. What was Upterdam 2025 like?
The author attended the Upterdam 2025 conference in Slovakia and provides a detailed account of the event, including the Meet&Deal partnership, the warm-up dinner, the conference itself, the Upterdam Awards, and the afterparty. The author offers a positive evaluation of the event and looks forward to the next edition in 2026.

Ondřej Klega: Success that Combines Hard Work and Strategic Thinking

Ondřej Klega: Success that Combines Hard Work and Strategic Thinking
Ondřej Klega, CEO of eRockets and an experienced veteran of the Czech e-commerce industry, shares his journey from his first steps in a digital agency to leading a significant investment group focused on e-commerce. His story is an example of how hard work and strategic thinking can lead to success.

Travel diary Egypt: A great place to relax, snorkel and see the sights

Travel diary Egypt: A great place to relax, snorkel and see the sights
Egypt is a great place to relax, go snorkeling and see historic sights like the pyramids. The blog post provides useful tips for visiting Egypt, including getting a visa, using local currency, staying healthy, respecting local customs, getting around, and staying connected. The author recommends a specific hotel in Marsa Alam that is ideal for Czech travelers.

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