156. Allan Martinson on entrepreneurship in the 90s, building Starship Technologies, objectivity in journalism & his investment principles

Allan Martinson is a well-known Estonian entrepreneur and investor with a rich experience in technology and media. Starting his entrepreneurial journey in the early '90s, he founded the Baltic News Service, a pivotal news agency in the Baltic region. 

Allan's entrepreneurship career has spanned across various roles, including key positions at Starship Technologies and Xolo. With over two decades of investment experience, he has significantly contributed to the Baltic tech ecosystem. Allan currently serves as President of Estonian Founders Society.

On this episode we talk about:

• 90s Entrepreneurship and media ventures
• Catching the technology wave of late 90s and early 00s
• Allan’s investment philosophy
• The Starship Technologies story
• Challenges of startup growth
• Future of tech and investments

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