In this episode of the Innovantage Podcast, Max Golikov sits down with Denis Leysen — Co-Founder at noah., AI adoption strategist, and former enterprise consultant with deep roots in family entrepreneurship. Together, they dive into what it really takes to implement AI in real-world organizations — especially when you're bootstrapping, not burning VC cash.
Discover how to:
➡️ Build AI solutions that SMEs actually want (and can afford)
➡️ Bootstrap a startup in the enterprise space — without losing control or momentum ➡️ Navigate the hidden blockers of enterprise AI adoption
➡️ Learn from legacy: how Denis’s family consultancy journey shaped his leadership mindset
➡️ Embed a data culture across teams and lead sustainable transformation
Denis brings a grounded, practical lens to AI — not the hype, but the hands-on work of building, selling, and embedding innovation in companies that don’t have time (or budget) to waste. Whether you’re a founder, consultant, or digital leader inside a traditional business, this episode is full of real lessons from the frontlines.
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Connect with Max (Host) Max Golikov – / maxim-golikov
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AI is moving fast — but lasting impact comes from mindset, not just models. If you're building innovation from the ground up, this episode is essential listening.
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